Mental Mealth

Understanding Mental Health: A Guide for Parishes

Most of us will experience stress, anxiety or depression at some point in our lives. For many this will lead to some kind of medical treatment. For some, their mental health issues will be severe, debilitating, and/or long-term. Despite being common, mental health problems come with social stigma attached. Treatment for mental ill-health is under-funded, and support in the community much less good than it should be. Churches can play a hugely important role in helping to overcome stigma, supporting and standing alongside those with mental health needs, and ensuring that all are included in the life of the church – enabled to contribute insight and wisdom to the Christian community, as well as to receive the support and care that they need.

Alison Webster, Social Responsibility Adviser
alison.webster@oxford.anglican.org
01865 208213