Christianity and Anti-Depressants

By Rod Anderson, CP Cartoonist
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 I remember the very first time I ever had to deal with someone who told me they were struggling with anxiety and depression. I did not understand and could not relate-so, I told them what I thought was the typical "Christian" answer to all problems…they should pray more, read their Bible more and memorize more Scripture.

Instead of lessening the load I was unintentionally adding to it.

The person mentioned their doctor had told them about going on a certain type of anti-depressant to help out with their struggle, and so they asked my opinion.

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