by shelbyleppin | Oct 24, 2019 | Mental Health Toolbox, Personal thoughts
This semester I’ve been taking seminary classes online. For those of you who don’t know seminary is a graduate program that prepares individuals for ministry by studying theology and church history. Two of the classes I’ve been taking focus on learning about yourself...
by shelbyleppin | Jun 23, 2019 | Mental Health Toolbox
Shock? Horror? Fear? How do you respond when someone you love is struggling with mental illness? Well here are a few ways not to respond! “They are just crazy!” “What did I do wrong?” “Snap out of it!” “You just have to push through.” “Get over yourself.” “Stop being...
by shelbyleppin | Jun 14, 2019 | Mental Health Toolbox
I’ve done several live videos discussing how to address suicide. However, I wanted to compile this information into a resource that would be easily accessible for quick reference. Here are the definitions used by the National Institute for Mental Health Suicide is...
by shelbyleppin | Jun 7, 2019 | Mental Health Toolbox
Anxiety is the most common mental disorder. It is the overreaction to perceived threats, stress, and problems. There are four main categories for anxiety. Below we’ll explore each of them in detail. More information can be found in the DSM-5 and the National Institute...
by shelbyleppin | May 27, 2019 | Mental Health Toolbox
Depression is a tricky disease. Sometimes it can be caused by an underlying physical problem or by a traumatic event. Sometimes there is no discernible cause of depression. There are a few different types of depression, each with varying symptoms and levels of...
by shelbyleppin | May 20, 2019 | Mental Health Toolbox
Sleep is an incredibly important part of our mental health. When we sleep, our brain is allowed to reset; it processes information, memories, thoughts, and emotions. Nourishing sleep is key to optimal brain health and mental well-being. The following are...
