Mental illness is common in our society. One in five will be diagnosed in their lifetime and yet it is discussed in hushed tones and only when speaking of “others.” This discretion only amplifies the existence of the problem, leaving those dealing with the illness to also deal with keeping quiet about it. We, as […]
News & Resources
Burke Opens Angelina Mental Health Services
On Thursday, November 20, 2014 we celebrated the grand opening of the Angelina Mental Health Services at 1522 West Frank Street in Lufkin. Our thanks to the Board of East Texas Behavioral Resources, the Burke Board of Trustees and so many of you who made this possible. Over 350 people attended the event. Speakers included State Representative […]
Video: Overcoming major depression
We were thrilled to find this remarkable online resource about mental health. On the web at www.mentalhealthchannel.tv is a growing library of real stories about people that are bravely facing and managing their mental illness. Some of the stories are heartbreaking, but they are ALL hopeful. We will share new episodes on myburke.com from time […]
More Pastors Embrace Talk of Mental Ills
We shared an article a few weeks ago about some pastors’ reluctance to address mental health with their congregants. This article in The New York Times features some pastors that are actively seeking ways to help with the mental health needs of their community. Excerpt below: The pastor’s phone rang in the midnight darkness. A man’s […]
Mental Illness Remains Taboo Topic for Pastors
An important article about another big challenge in treating mental illness. According to a recent Burke survey, 57% of respondents think their church would be a good place to learn about mental illness. This story suggests that some pastors are not ready to meet that need. Excerpt below: NASHVILLE (BP) — One in four Americans […]
Column – “Why I Don’t Kill Myself”
We read a powerful column in the New York Times we wanted to share. It’s written by an author named Kim Addonizio who struggles with depression and addiction, and it provides very good insight into what so many people face every day. Here’s an excerpt: I have a close friend who for many years seriously […]
