Tag Archives: Depression

The societal ruin of the term ‘depression’ and other hurtful comments about mental illness

Posted on March 17, 2016 by Dr. G

We regularly watch TV shows and movies that treat mental illness, and people who have such illnesses, as one big joke.
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Why I tell my kids about my depression

Posted on March 10, 2016 by Dr. G

If we talk about it, depression is no longer the elephant in the room. By naming it and talking about it (according to the girls’ ages and level of understanding), it isn’t me against my family, but us together moving toward health. Continue reading →

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My Depression: no longer under lock and key

Posted on March 1, 2016 by Dr. G

I wrote this book because the stigma about mental illness in our Christian circles is alive and well. How can a believer in Jesus have suicidal ideations? How can a Christian often feel no hope? What about fullness in Christ? Continue reading →

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What are the stats on adoption, trauma and disability?

Posted on February 16, 2016 by Dr. G

It appears that adoptive families are more likely than others to face the challenge of dealing with disabilities among their children. Continue reading →

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Do genes associated with ADHD and depression predispose to success?

Posted on December 9, 2015 by Dr. G

I observed that a disproportionate number of church leaders, especially senior pastors-met the criteria for having ADHD. Continue reading →

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Coming forward

Posted on November 29, 2015 by Dr. G

Prayer for healing often needs to be repeated and sustained over an extended period of time. Continue reading →

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Karen Jackson…A Personal Plea from an Autism Mom

Posted on November 27, 2015 by Dr. G

Karen Jackson shares a personal plea to reach out to those caregivers who seem to have it together. Continue reading →

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4 Reasons Traumatized Kids Need Mentally Healthy Parents

Posted on November 19, 2015 by Dr. G

Children of depressed parents have a higher risk of developing PTSD. Continue reading →

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Why and How Childhood PTSD Is Often Misdiagnosed

Posted on October 22, 2015 by Dr. G

Here are some reasons childhood PTSD is often misdiagnosed. Continue reading →

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Suicide by doctor?

Posted on July 8, 2015 by Dr. G

Helping the mentally ill commit suicide was unthinkable not long ago. Today, it is a growing practice. Continue reading →

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