A Closer Look with Sheila Liaugminas, June 8, 2018

Today’s Topic: Mental Health, Suffering, Suicide

Francie Broghammer: ‘Dying of Despair’; New CDC report on rising suicide rates, causes, responses; how CA bishops respond in ‘Hope and Healing’
Loneliness is plaguing America — celebrities are not immune. 40% of Americans report being lonely; 20% of those say they have no one to turn to. We need to take each opportunity to engage and live in community. Social media contributes to a false sense of togetherness; it’s not a replacement for interaction. “We’re all alone and together.” Small steps are key to build community; no one will ever fault you for reaching out.
Caller: Kathy: Lonely people in nursing homes – why are they “lonely” with so many other people around?!
Religion and mental health issues. Help and change is taking place at the community and parish level. No one person is expected to fix the problem; but each of us can go home and engage – have dinner with your family!

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