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Taking Our Meds Faithfully: A Christian Perspective on Psychiatric Medication

Finding Jesus in the Storm

Psychiatric medication doesn’t cure mental illness. However, using it wisely as part of a holistic approach to addressing mental health challenges can provide relief from some of the most debilitating symptoms. Medication just might be what someone needs to begin cultivating a greater level of mental health.

In this talk, Ryan discusses:

  • How embodiment informs a Christian perspective on psychiatric medication
  • Using medication to alleviate suffering
  • Viewing medication as a means, not an end

Additional Resources

This talk was given on March 10, 2024, to a mental health support group at Grace Bible Church in Escondido, California.

About Ryan

Ryan writes for weary pilgrims learning to follow Jesus through the wilderness. He served as a lead pastor at a church in Southern California for 8+ years. Before that, he worked as a software engineer for a decade. Today, he lives with his family in Escondido, California.

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