Hiding in the Pews, by Steve Austin
In this book pastor Steve Austin tells his own mental health story, including his suicide attempt, and discusses the importance of mental health awareness in the Church. This book does a great job of informing us about the prevalence of mental illness both across church congregations and leadership, and highlights ways we can do a better job of supporting those who are struggling within the church.
I Love Jesus, But I Want To Die, by Sarah J. Robinson
This is a great book that discusses the topics of depression, suicidal thoughts, and self-harm. She does a great job of using the book to not only tell her own story of battling mental illness but also looks at different aspects of mental health, therapy and medication, and self-care from a Christian perspective.
The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide (3rd Edition), by David J. Miklowitz
This is a great practical resource for anyone who deals with bipolar disorder, loves someone who does, or simply wants to learn more about the illness in depth.
Complex PTSD: From Surviving To Thriving, by Pete Walker
In this book Pete Walker discusses C-PTSD in great detail, and it is a really good resource for learning about where it comes from, symptoms, and coping strategies from a licensed therapist’s perspective.
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