Four sections of useful information follow an introduction and a fact sheet about mental illness.
By American Psychiatric Association, Division of Public Affairs American Psychiatric Press 1400 K Street NW, Suite 1101 Washington DC 20005 (800) 368-5777.
This guide on mental illness was reviewed by clergy and physicians throughout the country. Four sections of useful information follow an introduction and a fact sheet about mental illness.
“Ideas for Ministry” has 11 steps a faith community can take to be in ministry with persons who have a mental illness, worship ideas, sermon starters, and prayers.
“Further Your Understanding” includes material on reaching out to someone with a mental illness, mental illness terms, and crisis intervention information for clergy.
The “Special Events”“Mental Illness Awareness Camera-Ready Materials.” Local APA contacts, two and a half pages of resources, and a bibliography make up the rest of the guide’s material. Paper – 40 pp.
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