Latter-day Saints of all ages are susceptible to conditions such as depression, bipolar disorder, thoughts of self-harm, suicide, or the effects of abuse. This collection shares personal stories of struggle, victory, and perspective as people deal with these trials.

Elder Ulisses Soares talks of the need for kindness and acceptance.

A Friend to All

As a young bishop Alan thought a healthy lifestyle coupled with strong religious habits could “fix” depression. After experiencing it for himself he develops a deeper understanding of mental illness.

Alan's Story

Alek struggled during high school and on his mission with depression and anxiety. It was the love of his family that helped him see how he could apply the Atonement of Jesus Christ and find hope.

Alek's Story

When Cole experienced crippling anxiety for the first time he was nearly 20 years old and didn't know how to cope. With the help of loved ones and professionals, he found peace.

Anxiety After My Mission

She began to experience health issues and intense feelings of fear and sadness as a youth. When she finally decided to reach out for help and treatment, she found the courage to keep going and keep trying.

Bethany’s Story

As a counselor, Brent has helped many people learn to live with different challenges, including diagnosed mental illnesses. Listen as Brent shares his insight and suggestions on understanding and supporting a loved one who is struggling.

Brent's Story

At 16, Cassidy began to experience symptoms of bipolar disorder. She hid her struggles, restricted her food intake, and self-harmed as she struggled to understand what was happening and regain control.

Cassidy's Story

Craig is an athlete, business owner, and father with depression and anxiety. He struggled to feel the Spirit and felt out of place at Church. After attempting suicide, he got the help he needed.

Craig’s Story

Emily was an independent young adult when depression changed her life. She lost her faith, questioned love and spent days in bed, crying and sleeping. Emily talks about the process she’s gone through to find relief and hope again.

Emily’s Story

Years after conquering the game of squash, Mormon world champion Leilani Rorani learned that conquering the challenges of life requires a different type of perfection. Visit Leilani's page at www.mormon.org/leilani

I'm a Mormon, World Squash Champion, and Imperfect Mother

Is There a Place for Me?

Jelena developed depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after being assaulted. She noticed personality changes and struggled to maintain relationships. Learn how she began to heal.

Jelena's Story

After joining the Church, her depression weighed more heavily. Jenny describes the challenge she faced in learning to trust God, find the strength to keep going and accept a different perspective on life.

Jenny's Story

Jesslyn was sure that her depression was a result of sin so she tried to serve others and study her scriptures more to make up for it. See how she found hope to hold on through her emotional pain.

Jesslyn's Story

Kayrena felt alone and isolated because of her depression. Learn about the process she continues to go through to find comfort, peace and acceptance.

Kayrena's Story

Kitengie was abused as a child and often felt rejected. When she began experiencing symptoms of bipolar disorder and depression, she found hope and strength in her relationship with Jesus Christ.

Kitengie's Story

Jesus Christ set the ultimate example of selfless service. In this original short film, we meet people discovering the power of living that simple principle.

Lift

Lifting Others

How do you best respond when mental or emotional challenges confront you or those you love?

Like a Broken Vessel

For personal accounts of living with mental illness, answers to common questions, and other resources, visit http://mentalhealth.lds.org

Lisa worried that a diagnosis of bipolar disorder would cause people to see or treat her differently. When she determined to find herself again, she found a source of comfort and learned that she didn’t have to be a victim of her illness.

Lisa's Story

Cambry Kaylor was a promising equestrian vaulter with dreams of competing internationally. At age 18 she suffered an accident while vaulting, leaving her a paraplegic, but that didn’t stop her from achieving her dreams.

Living Beyond “What If?” | Cambry Kaylor

When Heather first recognized the symptoms of her depression, she felt ashamed. She also felt sure that with faith, prayer, and help from Jesus Christ, the depression could be taken away. She learned that prayers are answered in unexpected ways.

Living with Depression

Sister Christina B. Franco discusses the importance of inclusion and respect.

Love in Our Hearts

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