May is mental health month and this is an opportunity to address the role of churches and the faith community at large in helping people to cope with mental illness. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) recognizes that faith and community leaders are often the first point of contact when people face mental health problems. Their website has a useful resource that provides guidance for faith and community leaders in terms of handling mental health crises. This... Read more
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