Mental Illness 101
Mental Illness 101 will cover the wide range of symptoms and signs of biologically based brain disorders such as major depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder (manic depression), obsessive-compulsive disorder, and schizoaffective disorder. Efficacy and types of treatment for these disorders will be discussed in the context of a recovery model for mental illness. The goal of this talk is to help you understand these illnesses so you can interact effectively with those in your community who are dealing with these illnesses.
Mental Illness as a Spiritual Journey
As a consumer and a member of the clergy, Rev. Gregg-Schroeder brings the wisdom of her ongoing journey and struggles with depression to offer universal truths about spirituality during difficult times. In sharing the gifts of the shadow, she encourages others to discover opportunities for growth, change and transformation. Using the concept of the "dark night of the soul," as described by St. John of the Cross, Gregg-Schroeder shares how opening up to the "fertile darkness" can bring transformation and a deepened sense of the Divine.
Creating Caring Congregations
Rev. Susan Gregg-Schroeder will offers concrete ways clergy and other faith community leaders can minister to and with persons and families coping with mental illness. Using the video, "Creating Caring Congregations," she will present a five-step program of education, covenant, welcome, support and advocacy.
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