by Larry Richman | Sep 14, 2023
September is suicide awareness month. This video below shares some ideas of what you can do or say to support someone facing mental health challenges or thoughts of suicide and help them feel God’s love. Always take seriously the warning signs of suicide and any...
by Larry Richman | Feb 22, 2023
In the Church video, “The Wounded Shall Be Healed,” Elder Neil L. Anderson explains that althought the wounds in this life can come from any number of trials, we should patiently move forward, and the Savior’s healing power will bring light, peace, and hope. Jesus...
by Larry Richman | Jan 23, 2023
Many people face a variety of challenges. Parents, leaders, ministering brothers and sisters, and friends have the opportunity to provide help. As you minister to the needs of others, you can help them experience joy and fulfillment. As people seek solutions to their...
by Larry Richman | Dec 16, 2022
The video “Social Media is Destroying Your Kids” has great advice for parents about the dangers of social media, video games, and other interactive platforms. The first half of the video will scare you to death and make you not want your children to use...
by Larry Richman | Sep 19, 2022
September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Over 800,000 people die by suicide worldwide every year. In the United States, suicide rates have surged to the highest levels in nearly 30 years, with increases in every age group. The Church provides many...
by Larry Richman | May 24, 2021
May is Mental Health Month. Leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have often taught about the importance of mental health. Below are some of the resources provided by the Church about mental and emotional health. Whether you are just discovering...
by Larry Richman | Mar 8, 2021
Many members face a variety of challenges. Parents, leaders, ministering brothers and sisters, and friends have the opportunity to provide help. As you minister to the needs of others, you can help them experience joy and fulfillment. As people seek solutions to their...
by Larry Richman | Nov 2, 2020
How can I help someone understand my needs? It’s possible to be surrounded by people and still feel alone. Sometimes our minds play tricks on us, making us feel less connected to our loved ones and God than we really are. The page “I feel so alone. How can I...
by Larry Richman | Sep 3, 2020
This month’s Church magazines offer several articles about mental health and suicide prevention. A 3-Step Guide to Maintaining Your Mental Health The Savior Knows Your Pain Connection Helped Me Combat Depression Including Your Spouse in Your Mental Health For...
by Larry Richman | Aug 28, 2020
The Church has updated the Life Help resources available online and in the Gospel Library. Everyone needs help sometimes. Life is like that. In fact, God planned it to be that way. Mortality presents each of us with a wide variety of experiences and some are easier to...
by Larry Richman | May 8, 2020
The Church just sent the following email to ward and stake leaders: As you strive to love and serve those around you, you or those you minister to, may experience heightened stress, anxiety, and uncertainty during difficult times like the COVID-19 pandemic. While...
by Larry Richman | Feb 24, 2020
The Mental Health page in the Life Help section of the Church’s website has been updated with some general principles and new videos. This resource has also now been published to the Life Help section of the Gospel Library App. Whether you are just discovering...
by Larry Richman | Nov 11, 2019
Watch the Church video “Like a Broken Vessel.” One in four people in the world will be affected by mental illness at some point in their lives. More than 16 million U.S. adults had at least one major depressive episode in the past year. In...
by Larry Richman | Mar 21, 2019
Two Latter-day Saints have created 90&9, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to “help youth and young adults become mentally, emotionally, and physically healthy through the performing arts and uplifting media.” They produce full-scale productions and...
