Mental Health & Gun Violence

Virtual

Studies indicate that between 3-5% of all firearm homicides are the result of mental illness. In Minnesota, 79% of gun deaths are suicide by gun. A typical mass murderer is described as isolated, lacking in social support, bears a grudge, is angry and externalizes blame. Yet the vast majority of people diagnosed with psychiatric disorders [...]

Hearing, Helping, Healing our Neighbors with Mental Health Challenges

Augsburg University

Hearing, Helping, Healing our Neighbors with Mental Health Challenges The Fosdick Lecture on Preaching at Augsburg University: Hearing. Helping. Healing our Neighbors with Mental Health Challenges. Senator John Marty and Mindy Greiling will share their personal and legislative experience in addressing mental health concerns. In person or via Zoom. Tuesday, March 7 10:00 - 11:50 [...]