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| According to the World Health Organization 121 million people struggle with depression |
Welcome to another podcast episode of "What's an Adventist?"
Early in its history Adventism helped lead the way in health reform and drastically changed the American way of life. Today, although many Americans live healthier lives, many are experiencing emotional and psychological pain. A recent Barna study revealed that over 70 million Americans feel that they are being held back by their past and not living life to their fullest potential. Among other problems Americans face are depression, domestic violence, abuse, addictions and more. Mental health issues are becoming more and more widespread and are affecting countless of people including those in churches everywhere (click on title to hear podcast).
This week Jesse Sias and Abraham Miranda talk about what the Adventist Church is doing to raise awareness regarding mental health and what things are being done to encourage Adventists to get involved in helping those who are hurting inside and outside the church.
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Articles mentioned in this podcast:
70 Million Americans Feel Held Back by Their Past
Adventist Health Leaders Aim to Destigmatize, Treat Mental Health
Urban Evangelism Is Wilson's Call To Adventist World Church
Commentary: 10th Abuse Prevention Emphasis Sabbath is August 27
Commentary: Denomination's first emotional health conference seeks to destigmatize mental illness
