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Resources for Catholics Living With Depression

- Resources & FAQ

Mental Health During the Pandemic

Approach Coronavirus As a Challenge to Be Met, Not a Threat to Be Feared. Bethany Teachman (The
   Conversation)
Covid-19 and Your Mental Health (Mayo Clinic)
Four Mental Health Reminders in the Midst of a Pandemic. Andrew Voight. (Relevant.)
How to Avoid Depression During the Coronavirus. Robert Leahy. (Presbyterian St. Lukes/Health Line)
Tips On Depression Management--Coping with Covid-19. (Medical News Today)

Basic Information

Depression (Healthy Catholics)

Depression (Catholic Charities of Camden NJ)
Depression Basics (National Institute of Health)
What Is Depression? (National Alliance on Mental Illness)
Video/For Those Considering Suicide (Wellcast)

Local Organizations

Black Hawk County NAMI
Cedar Valley Mental Health Connections
Iowa Help Line: 1-855-800-1239
Iowa Crisis Chat: (text) 1-855-800-1239

Prayers

Seven Favorite Prayers When You Are Depressed
Litany of Light
Novena for Depression, Anxiety and Mental Illness
Book of Lamentations
Psalms
Reflections on the Psalms of the Suffering Servant

Church Documents

Address to the International Conference of the Pontifical Council for Health Care. Pope John Paul II.
   November 14, 2003.

Hope and Healing--A Pastoral Letter from the Bishops of California (California Catholic Conference)

Helpful Books and Audio

The Catholic Guide to Depression. Dr. Aaron Kheriaty with Fr. John Cihak. (Sophia Press)
Befriend the Darkness, Welcome the Light. Sr. Joyce Rupp OSM. (MP3 Audio/Ave Maria Press)
Beyond Blue--Surviving Depression and Anxiety and Making the Most of Bad Genes. Therese Bourchard (Center Street)
Bursting Out in Praise--Spirituality and Mental Health. Gavin Thomas Murphy (Messenger
   Publications)
The Cognitive Behavior Workbook for Depression--A Step-by-Step Program. William J. Knaus et.al.
   (New Harbinger Publications)
Dark Nights of the Soul--A Guide to Finding Your Way Through Life's Ordeals. Thomas Moore.
   (Avery)
The Depression Workbook (Second Edition). Mary Ellen Copeland and Matthew McCay. (New
   Harbinger)
Dust In the Blood-0-A Theology of Life with Depression. Jessica Coblentz (Liturgical Press)
Fifteen Steps Out of Darkness. Scott Rose et.al. (Orbis Books)

God Is Close to the Brokenhearted--Good News for Those Who Are Depressed. Rachelle Callahan.
   (Franciscan Media)
Healing the Soul--Finding Peace and and Consolation When Life Hurts. Eddie Ensley (Twenty-Third
   Publications)
The Interpersonal Solution to Depression--Changing How You Feel By Changing How Your Relate.
   Thomas Ellis Joiner Jr. et.al. (New Harbinger Publications)
Listening to Depression--How Understanding Your Pain Can Heal Your Life. Lara Honos-Webb (New
   Harbinger)
Little Pieces of Light--Darkness and Personal Growth (revised). Sr. Joyce Rupp OSM. (Paulist Press)
Never Give Up--My Life and God's Mercy. John Janaro (Servant Books)
Not Alone--Reflections on Faith and Depression. Monica Coleman (Inner Prizes)
Prayers for Surviving Depression. Sr. Kathryn Hermes FSP (Pauline Books & Media)
Protect Us From All Anxiety--Meditations for the Depressed. Fr. William Burke. (ACTA Publications)
Reclaim Regret--How God Heals Life's Disappointments. Sr. Kathryn Hermes FSP (Pauline Books &
   Media)
Seeing Beyond Depression. Jean Vanier (Paulist Press)
Surviving Depression--A Catholic Approach. Sr. Kathryn Hermes FSP. (Pauline Books & Media)
Wrestling with God--Finding Hope and Meaning in Our Daily Struggles to Be Human. Fr. Ronald Rolheiser. (Image Books)
Wrestling with Our Inner Angels--Faith, Mental Illness and the Journey to Wholeness. Nancy Kehoe.
   (Jossey-Bass Publishers)
You Can Beat Depression--A Guide to Prevention and Recovery (Fourth Edition). John Preston. (Impact
   Publishers)

Related Resources (General)

Bloom--A Touching Animated Film About Depression. Maria Papova. (BrainPickings)
Bloom video. Emily Johnstone. (Vimeo)
Depression Is Anxiety. Dr. David Hanscomb. (Back In Control)
Don't Suffer From Your Depression in Silence. Nikki Webber Allen (Ted Talks)
How to Cope With Anxiety. Olivia Remes (Ted Talks)
This Could Be Why You're Depressed or Anxious. Johann Hari (Ted Talks)

Related Articles (Spiritual)

Beyond the Misconceptions About Depression. Interview with Dr. Aaron Kheriaty (Zenit)
Black Dog Days--How to Deal With Depression. Michael J. Lichens (The Catholic Gentleman)
Catholics and Depression. Interview with Dr. Aaron Kheriaty. (Catholic World Report)
A Catholic Guide to Depression. Jayson Brunelle. (Marian Apostolate)

A Catholic Guide to Depression. (video/Franciscan University)
A (Not-so-Religious) Catholic's Guide to Depression. Karin (Medium.com)
Change, Loss and Grief--Companions on the Journey (Engaging Aging Series). Dr. Ray Mattes. (National
   Religious Retirement Office/USCCB)
Consolation and Desolation in the Ignatian Tradition. Andy Otto. (God In All Things)
The Dangerous Things Christians Say to DEpressed People. Rachel Lam (Sojourners)
The Dangers of Spiritualizing Your Psychological Problems. Mary Farrow (Catholic News Agency)
Depression and Faith--How They Go Together. Greg Popcak (Our Sunday Visitor)

Depression and Su icide--A Catholic Perspective. Dan Lukasik. (Lawyers with Depression)
Depression Plunged Me Into Darkness--God Met Me There. Juanita Campbell Rasmus. (Christianity
   Today)
Encoding Good Memories. (Healthy Catholics)
Finding Comfort in Jesus' Agony in the Garden. Danielle Vaclavik (BustedHalo)
Finding Hope in the Depths of Depression. Diana Gruver (Center for Contemplation and Action)
Faith and Depression--They Go Together. Gregory Popcak (Our Sunday Visitor)
Four Saints to Pray To While Dealing with Depression. Sarah Coffey (Grotto Network)
Five Patron Saints for Mental Illness (Get Fed)
Grieving As A Spiritual Exercise. Fr. Ron Rolheiser (blog)
How Catholics Can Conquer Depression. Dr. Aaron Kheriaty. (Catholic Herald)
How Prayer Affects Your Mental Health. Mary Claire Lagroue (Grotto Network)
How to Tell If You're Stressed or Depressed. Rachel Fairbank. (Lifehacker)
In Search of Mental Wealth. Francis Davis (Thinking Faith)
In Tough Times, Imitate Job. Alice Camille (U.S. Catholic)
Living With Anxiety, Medication and Prayer. Rob Culhane (Thinking Faith)
Coping With Depression During the Holidays. Julia Hogan (Grotto Network 2020)
Mental Health and Aging (Engaging Aging Series). Fr. Miles Sheehan (National Religious Retirement
   Office/USCCB)
My Depression Made Going to Mass Difficult. Samuel Smith (America)

Overcoming Depression. Lisa Klewicki. (Catholic Digest)
Overcoming Mental Health Demons. Rachel O'Conner (God In All Things)
Padre Pio's Depression Prayer. (Aleteia)
Meditation for Those With Depression (Pray As You Go)
Recognize, Reframe, Repeat--How to Cope With Anxiety (St. Anthony Messenger)

Religiously Integrated Cognitive Behavoral Therapy. (National Institutes of Health)
Three Strategies for Coping With Sorrow and Tragedy. Lucy Hone. (Ideas.Ted.com)
To Beat Depression Engage Mind, Body and Soul. Barrett Owen. (EthicsDaily)
What I Wish People Knew About Depression. Theresa Borchard (National Catholic Reporter)
What You Need to Know About Seasonal Depression. Julia Hogan (Grotto Network)

Online Resources

Best Depression Blogs
Beyond Blue Blog
Beyond Blue Facebook Group
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance
Healthline
Healthy Catholics--Promoting Psychological and Spiritual Wellness
National Alliance on Mental Illness
National Alliance on Mental Illness Faith Net
PsychCentral Depression Center
Project Hope and Beyond
Therese Borchard's Blog
Therapists

Catholic-based Psychotherapy (CatholicTherapists.com)

Related Links:
Information for Catholics Living With Depression
Spiritual Challenges of Persons Living With Depression

Disclaimer
This information is not provided by medical professionals and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical help or personal therapy. If you are in need of immediate help, contact a medical
professional, the suicide prevention hotline, or call 911.

[Last Update: 15.26.23]