LibraryScenariosWhen religious leaders question psychiatric medication
Scenario

When religious leaders question psychiatric medication

My anxiety medication works but I worry it means I do not trust God enough, and my pastor's comments about pharmaceutical dependency make it worse.

Rumi
Online
The coach is replying

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Spiritual authority figures may inadvertently shame congregants for seeking mental health treatment.

Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Faith and physical health — what research shows?”

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.