Mental health

Michael Sean Winters rounds up political news and commentary: The mental health crisis made worse by the pandemic; ballot recounts in Arizona; New York to open criminal probe into Trump organization; how to get people to pay attention to President Joe Biden

Perspective: As much as mental instability ought to be recognized and treated for what it is, God can indeed work through and use us as we are, before we even get around to seeking healing or treatment.

Climate change is the background — and increasingly the foreground — of life on Earth. But for a therapist who is themself barely coming to terms with it, counseling a patient about climate anxiety can be challenging.

Book review: Nicole Sotelo was inspired to write her booklet of "reflections, prayers and actions for healing" when a reader noted that forgiveness wasn't covered in her previous work on healing from abuse.

"Before going on medical leave, I tried to overcome my depression and anxiety on my own," Conley said. "I've learned that this is simply not possible. Mental health problems are real health problems. And as with any illness, you cannot fix it yourself; you need the care of others.

Faith Seeking Understanding: Few Catholic leaders or public figures in the United States are talking about 2020's toll on mental health. But the Australian bishops offer an incredible contribution.

Faith Seeking Understanding: Trump's obsession with being perceived as "manly" and "tough" has increased erratic behaviors and irresponsibility that is literally toxic, since it exposes others to a deadly disease.

Soul Seeing: I participate twice a week in a ritual that, for me, is a sacrament — my 50-minute sessions of psychotherapy. I'm there. My therapist is there. Also there is God and God's grace.