Today’s episode is part two of our conversation with Becky Mathieu where we’re continuing to discuss children’s mental health. We talk about the relief that comes with receiving the correct diagnosis, while also mentioning the risks in ignoring concerns. In this episode we return back to the gospel; remembering that despite the consequences of the fall God is still sovereign and has a plan for each child.

Includes: Peace despite diagnosis, broken pelvis, the one stone left unturned, the can’t versus won’t approach, thankfulness

Scriptures included: Jeremiah 29:11 , 2 Corinthians 10:5, Proverbs 4:23 , Romans 12:2, Philippians 4:8-9, Isaiah 26:3

Welcome to Holland by Emily Perl Kingsley https://www.dsasc.ca/uploads/8/5/3/9/8539131/welcome_to_holland.pdf

Community Resources:

-Merrymount - https://www.merrymount.on.ca/

-Thames Valley Children’s Centre - https://www.tvcc.on.ca/

-Vanier Children’s Services - https://www.vanier.com/

-Children and Parent Resource Institute (CPRI) https://www.ontario.ca/page/child-and-parent-resource-institute-cpri

-Craigwood Children, Youth and Family Services - https://www.craigwood.ca/

Timeline:

1:50 - Moving forward in the face of fear

3:00 - Relief and peace that getting the correct diagnosis can have

7:00 - The risks in ignoring concerning behaviours or lacking skills

8:45 - Looking at our children’s needs through the truth of the gospel story

11:00 - The hope we can hold onto; God is here

15:00 - The can’t versus won’t approach

16:00 - Why we shouldn’t put our hope in treatment

18:15 - Remembering that we’re compiled of our spirit, soul and body

19:15 - God prepared us in His Word for mental health

23:10 - The importance of a balanced approach in addressing mental health concerns

26:00 - Having a thankful and steadfast heart on Christ

29:25 - Encouragement to seek out resources and ask for help

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