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Discover the insightful book "Grace for the Afflicted: A Clinical and Biblical Perspective on Mental Illness" written by Matthew S. Stanford. This trade paperback published by InterVarsity Press in 2017 is an excellent addition to your book collection. With a length of 8.2in, height of 0.8in, and width of 5.5in, this book has 256 pages and weighs 11.2 Oz. Explore the topics of Christian Ministry, Counseling & Recovery, Psychopathology, Mental Health, Prayer & Spiritual Healing, and Pastoral Resources through the lens of the author's knowledge and experience. This book will be a valuable resource for anyone interested in psychology, body, mind & spirit, and religion.

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Why has the church struggled in ministering to those with mental illnesses? Each day men and women diagnosed with mental disorders are told they need to pray more and turn from their sin. Mental illness is equated with demonic possession, weak faith, and generational sin. As both a church leader and a professor of psychology and behavioral sciences, Matthew S. Stanford has seen far too many mentally ill brothers and sisters damaged by well-meaning believers who respond to them out of fear or misinformation rather than grace. Grace for the Afflicted is written to educate Christians about mental illness from both biblical and scientific perspectives. Stanford presents insights into our physical and spiritual nature and discusses the appropriate role of psychology and psychiatry in the life of the believer. Describing common mental disorders, Stanford probes what science says and what the Bible says about each illness. Consistent with DSM-5 diagnoses, this revised and expanded edition is thoroughly updated with new material throughout, including eight new chapters that cover bipolar disorders trauma- and stressor-related disorders dementia cerebrovascular accidents (stroke) traumatic brain injury suicide a holistic approach to recovery mental health and the church

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Publisher
InterVarsity Press
ISBN-10
0830845070
ISBN-13
9780830845071
eBay Product ID (ePID)
235077113

Product Key Features

Book Title
Grace for the Afflicted : a Clinical and Biblical Perspective on Mental Illness
Author
Matthew S. Stanford
Format
Trade Paperback
Language
English
Topic
Christian Ministry / General, Christian Ministry / Counseling & Recovery, Psychopathology / General, Mental Health, Healing / Prayer & Spiritual, Christian Ministry / Pastoral Resources
Publication Year
2017
Genre
Psychology, Body, Mind & Spirit, Religion
Number of Pages
256 Pages

Dimensions

Item Length
8.2in
Item Height
0.8in
Item Width
5.5in
Item Weight
11.2 Oz

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Lc Classification Number
Rc489.S676s73 2017
Edition Description
Revised Edition,Special Edition
Reviews
Having been a pastor for almost four decades and having an undergraduate degree in psychology has created a personal interest in both theology and psychology for many years. I'm well aware of the deep division between these two disciplines. That being said, Dr. Matthew Stanford does a masterful job of showing the truth in how these two seemingly divided groups can find a common and honest intersection. Skillfully done, Dr. Stanford shows how Scripture applies to real life and speaks truth about deep psychological issues. It's written in a way that is understandable and applicable. I believe this book will minister to many in the days ahead., Matt's deep commitment to the gospel, coupled with his preparation as a scholar-practitioner, makes him a trusted voice to me and so many others., Grace for the Afflicted offers the church an account of mental illnesses from a medical and biblical perspective. Stanford speaks a word of hope and grace to those who bear the burden of mental illnesses--patients and families alike. He examines illnesses not often covered in such studies: from traumatic brain injuries caused by accidents, violence, and strokes to personality disorders and dementia. A highly significant addition to the pastor's bookshelf., This book contains detailed information and biblical perspective about various types of disorders. It is an excellent reference to better understand the problem as well as help people with mental illness., When responding to mental illness, our churches often start from a place of ignorance, faulty assumptions, or simple hopelessness. Matthew Stanford uses his knowledge and experience to battle all three. As a fellow believer that the Christian community has much to offer people affected by mental health challenges, I applaud and recommend this book, which offers much-needed education, sound biblical thought, and practical ways to help. It's a must-read for every pastor, ministry leader, and concerned Christian who wants to be informed, wise, sensible, and truly helpful., Jesus began his ministry by blessing the 'poor in spirit' (Mt 5:3), and none are better qualified for that designation than people with mental disorders. Yet they remain profoundly stigmatized to this day, even in the church. There is a tremendous need, therefore, for books like this one. An accessible overview of mental disorders written for the church, it offers a welcome dose of scientifically informed common sense, undergirded with sound, biblically based wisdom. It deserves a wide circulation and will make an excellent gift for friends, family members, and ministers looking for a sympathetic Christian guide to this complex area., I wholeheartedly recommend Grace for the Afflicted for any pastor or church leader who is looking for a reliable resource on understanding mental illness and treatment from a biblical perspective. Dr. Matthew Stanford's extensive background as a neurobiologist is shaped by his vibrant and personal faith in God as our wounded healer who has compassion on his children who suffer.
Table of Content
Section 1: Psychology, Psychiatry, and Faith 1 Fearfully and Wonderfully Made 2 The Adversary 3 The Secular and the Sacred 4 A Cake of Figs Section 2: Mental Disorders 5 A Lost Mind: Schizophrenia Spectrum and Other Psychotic Disorders 6 Tormented: Bipolar and Related Disorders 7 In the Valley of Darkness: Depressive Disorders 8 Overwhelmed: Anxiety Disorders 9 Broken and Crushed: Trauma- and Stressor-Related Disorders 10 Distressed and Destructive: Personality Disorders Section 3: Neurological Disorders 11 Stricken in Years: Dementia 12 Struck Down by Violence: Cerebrovascular Accidents 13 The Golden Bowl: Traumatic Brain Injury Section 4: Caring for Those Who Are Suffering 14 A Fatal Decision: Suicide 15 A Holistic Approach to Recovery 16 Mental Illness and the Church
Copyright Date
2017
Lccn
2017-033982
Dewey Decimal
616.89
Intended Audience
Trade
Dewey Edition
22
Illustrated
Yes

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