Jordan D. Tong

Category: Anxiety & Depression

  • The Use of Anti-Depressants

    I have written in the past on the topic of anxiety and depression and have touched on the use of medication. However, I want to discuss the issue a little further, giving my thoughts on what I believe is a proper Christian perspective of the use of anti-depressants. I hope to answer such questions as:…

  • Anxiety and Depression – Class Audio

    Today I was blessed to be able to lead a class at my church discussing the topic of anxiety and depression from a Christian worldview. If you have read my previous blog posts on these topics (found here: anxiety part 1, anxiety part 2, depression), then you will have a good idea of the nature…

  • Dealing with Depression: A Christian Approach

    Depression is a crushing problem for many, plunging them into a despair and hurt few can understand. Robert Burton spoke of depression rightly when he said: “They are in great pain and horror of mind, distraction of soul, restlessness, full of continual fears, cares, torment, anxieties, they can neither drink, eat, nor sleep…”[1] Abraham Lincoln…

  • A Tragic Suicide Story

    Here are the opening lines of a recent article at CNN. “Funny, happy people do not kill themselves. It doesn’t make sense.” That’s usually what people say. “They were such a bright light … the life of the party.” I know, because I used to say these things about my brother, Evan. Now I know…

  • The Proper Role of Emotions in the Christian Life

    We live in a sensation driven culture. We are fascinated and driven by the experiences of our senses. Moral values and religious principles often take a back seat to what feels good or what I enjoy. Due to Enlightenment thinking, we have relegated non-physical claims, especially religious ones, to the realm of personal opinion. The…

  • Understanding Anxiety Disorder Part 2 – Causes and Cures

    In “Anxiety – Part 1” we discussed the distinction between soul and brain and the biology of anxiety disorder. In this post, we will examine the causes, both physical and spiritual, of anxiety disorder and the treatment options. Causes of Anxiety Although anxiety has physical and neurological aspects to it, it is my conviction that…

  • Understanding Anxiety and Anxiety Disorder – Part 1

    One of the fastest growing forms of medical treatment in the 21st century is psychiatry. Treatment for diagnoses such as ADHD, anxiety disorder, and depression have seen a dramatic increase in recent years. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, over 26% of the adult population suffers from a diagnosable mental disorder.[1] However, not…