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Depression and the Third Culture Kid
Six years ago I entered the office of my primary care doctor and burst into tears. I sobbed until I could not sob anymore. I sobbed until all that was left was a broken soul and no more tears. When...
5 signs that it's time to look for a counsellor
If relationships matter to you, there’s one important principle you need to bear in mind: it takes two to tango. Think about it. A relationship of any kind, and especially a romantic relationship, ...
Every Man's Battle, Revised and Updated 20th Anniversary Edition: Winning the War on Sexual Temptation One Victory at a Time
We live in a world awash with sensual images 24/7. The exponential growth of pornography and internet infidelity has men locked in a battle of spiritual warfare against these temptations, often dro...
Getting Through The Day
This book enables adults who were traumatized as children to learn new strategies to meet the demands of daily living. While focusing on the effects of dissociation and including specific advice fo...
Boys need better access to mental health care. Why aren’t they getting it?
A recent national survey found that a third of boys thought society expects them to “be a man” and “suck it up” when they feel sad or scared. Another third said they believed they should “hide...
Door of Hope: Recognizing and Resolving the Pains of Your Past
Victims of abuse-any abuse-need to know how other people have made it through the recovery process. As a victim of incest herself, Jan Frank understands the myriad emotions that victims struggle wi...
College depression: What parents need to know
The transition to college can be emotionally challenging. Learn the signs of depression and what you can do to help your child cope.
Teen pot smoking raises risk of depression in adulthood, study finds
“Given the large number of adolescents who smoke cannabis, the risk in the population becomes very big,” the study's lead author said.
By: Linda Carroll
Six Remedies for Ministry Burn-Out
Dr. Wall prescribes six remedies to recover your hope and prevent burn-out.
Netflix Is Making It Harder to Be a Missionary
No matter if it’s streaming sports, TV shows, or family updates—it’s hard to do ministry if you’re still tied to your old life.
Worried about changes in your child's mood or behavior?
It can be hard to tell the difference between normal childhood behavior and signs of mental illness. Find out what to look for and when to take action.
Coping with Anxiety: Can Diet Make a Difference?
Coping with anxiety is a challenge. Eating habits may play a role.
By: Craig N. Sawchuk