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Depression and suicide aren't just a worldwide epidemic, they also hit home. With over 350 million people suffering from depression and an estimated one million Americans attempting suicide each year, most of us have been affected by this terrible plague - or perhaps struggle with it ourselves. How can we help those who feel they have no hope? In this moving fictional account, a caring bystander tries to convince a suicidal young man that his life has value and he has much to live for. Through their conversation, you will discover why we all have great worth, everyone has a reason.

Wer an einer Depression erkrankt ist, leidet. Die Stimmung ist gedrückt, die Sorgen nehmen überhand, man fühlt sich den Anforderungen des Alltags nicht mehr gewachsen. So schwer eine Depression auch zu ertragen ist, die Heilungschancen sind sehr hoch. Christian Firus beschreibt prägnant und einfühlsam, was Betroffene selbst tun können, um ihre Depression zu lindern. Seine Empfehlung: Gut für sich selbst zu sorgen und seine Bedürfnisse, Werte und Grenzen ernst zu nehmen, ist der erste und wichtigste Schritt raus aus der Depression.

A compassionate, shame-free guide for your darkest days “A one-of-a-kind book . . . to read for yourself or give to a struggling friend or loved one without the fear that depression and suicidal thoughts will be minimized, medicalized or over-spiritualized.”—Kay Warren, cofounder of...

Sexual abuse knows no religious or social boundaries. The Wounded Heart is an intensely personal and specific look at this form of abuse. Dr. Allender explores the secret lament of the soul damaged by sexual abuse and lays hold of the hope buried there by the One whose unstained image we all bear. Includes information about false memory issues.

In Companions in the Darkness, Diana Gruver looks back into church history and finds depression in the lives of some of our most beloved saints, including Martin Luther, Charles Spurgeon, Mother Teresa, and Martin Luther King, Jr. Without trying to diagnose these figures from a distance, Gruver tells their stories in fresh ways, taking from each a particular lesson that can encourage or guide those who suffer today. Drawing on her own experience with depression, Gruver offers a wealth of practical wisdom both for those in the darkness and those who care for them.

God cares deeply about you and your mental health. Author and mental health advocate Chris Morris has battled depression and suicidality his entire adult life. Even coming to Christ didn't change this, which is something many fellow Christians don't seem to understand. He still had to face the grief of unrelenting illness, the shame of struggling, and the pain of poor guidance. In this compassionate and engaging book, Chris shares how he overcame these challenges and invites you to do the same—no matter your diagnosis.

Stress, Müdigkeit, Schlaflosigkeit, Antriebslosigkeit - Warnzeichen von Körper und Seele. Wann sprechen wir von Erschöpfung, wann von Depression, wann von Burnout? Was passiert dabei in unserem Körper, im Nervensystem, in unserer Seele? Wie finden wir aus einer Lebenskrise wieder zurück in einen normalen Alltag, und welche Ressourcen können uns dabei unterstützen? Christian Frautschi, Therapeut aus Männedorf am Zürichsee, hat schon viele Menschen auf ihrem Weg heraus aus Krisen und Krankheit begleitet.

As a board-certified neuropsychologist, Dr. Michelle Bengtson sees the devastation of depression. Early on, she practiced the most effective treatments and prescribed them for her clients. But when she experienced depression herself, she found that the treatments she had recommended were lacking. Her experience showed her the missing component in treating depression.

Every forty seconds, someone takes his or her life. Anxiety, depression, and suicide are at all-time highs—and they're stealing our sons, daughters, friends, and spouses. With tender passion and bold hope, Jacob Coyne, founder of Stay Here, infuses life into the dark corners of mental health. Giving hurting souls a reason to live, he shows not only how Jesus brings life to the full, but also how anyone—regardless of their past or pain—can find healing.

Everyone experiences times of sadness, trials, and pain. But what happens when grief and depression seem so overwhelming that we feel like giving up? As the founder of World Challenge, Inc., David Wilkerson worked with troubled people of every type: students, parents, alcoholics, delinquents, businessmen, pastors, teachers, and drug addicts. In this hopeful and encouraging book, Wilkerson examines the universal problem of discouragement. He shows listeners how to let God heal their wounds, restore their faith, and give them genuine, lasting peace.

In Tomorrow Needs You, Naeem Fazal opens a new chapter—one where fear no longer dictates our lives. He guides you through an inspiring narrative that not only acknowledges the challenges of our world but also celebrates its beauty. By following Jesus' example, Fazal paints a vivid picture of a life enriched by hope and perseverance amidst adversity.

Der Verlust eines geliebten Menschen gleicht einem Sturz in ein bodenloses Loch: Ob es Sie selbst betrifft oder eine nahestehende Person, die erste Reaktion ist meist Hilflosigkeit. Doch tatsächlich lässt sich auch der Trauerprozess gesund und sinnstiftend gestalten und wie das selbst in schweren Momenten gelingt, zeigt Ihnen dieses Buch. Trauer ist unvermeidbar, Trauer ist intensiv, Trauer ist in jedem Fall einzigartig und trotzdem gilt: Der Trauerprozess – so individuell er auch gelebt und empfunden wird – folgt letztlich ähnlichen und gut erforschten Mustern.

In Healing Depression for Life, Dr. Gregory Jantz offers a new way forward. Drawing on the innovative whole-person approach that has made his treatment center one of the top 10 depression treatment facilities in the US, Dr. Jantz reveals the treatments, practices, and lifestyle changes that can provide lasting relief from depression - by addressing its chemical, emotional, physical, intellectual, relational, and spiritual causes.

With great compassion and clear, actionable strategies, So Much to Live For shows you what to do, what to say, and how to intervene if you suspect a friend or loved one is considering suicide. You'll learn the signs and symptoms, understand the causes, and build the courage to step up and speak out.

There is hope! You can overcome depression and anxiety. Do you suffer from depression or anxiety? In this concise, easy-to-listen-to audiobook, youll discover a wealth of information that will help you break free! Dr. Colbert has taken the confusion away from depression and anxiety and made them simple and easy to understand.

Wrong thinking produces wrong emotions, wrong reactions, wrong behavior - and unhappiness! Learning to deal with your thoughts is the first step on the road to healthy thinking. How to handle one's thoughts properly is what this book is all about! It explains the life-changing method the authors call misbelief therapy, and it can work for you.