HIV and Mental Health
What Can the Church Do?
By (author) Sue Parry
Paperback (Published)
(January 2026)
ISBN: 9782825419069
Price: $14.00
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HIV and Mental Health: What Can the Church Do? is an invitation to churches and faith communities to engage courageously and compassionately with the profound intersections of HIV, mental health, and psychosocial wellbeing. Drawing on theological reflection and global best practice, this manual affirms the church’s unique vocation as a place of healing, dignity, and hope.
The resource offers a grounded overview of mental health challenges faced by people living with or affected by HIV and addresses stigma—which is often compounded within faith contexts. It highlights the importance of integrating mental health and psychosocial support into HIV responses. Rooted in scripture and theology, the manual combines reflection with practical tools, case examples, and a clear framework for action.
Designed as a practical guide rather than a prescriptive text, it supports congregations to accompany individuals and communities with empathy, wisdom, and care, and to initiate locally meaningful programmes that do no harm.
Preface
Acknowledgements
Cover
Introduction
Mental Health Issues: A Reality from Earliest Times
Part 1: Technical Briefing
What is Mental Health?
The Scope and Scale of the Problem
Determinants of Mental Health
Mental Health and HIV
Christians and Mental Health Challenges
Inter-Agency Standing Committee Intervention Pyramid: MHPSS Intervention Recommendation
Mitigating Determinants to Promote Better Mental Health
Part 2: Living Our Faith
Why Faith Communities Need to Be Involved
World Health Organisation (WHO): Paths to Transformation
Recognize and Affirm Worth
Deepen Values and Commitment to Mental Health across All Sectors
Reshape the Environment
Strengthen Mental Healthcare
Best Practice Examples
Part 3: Theological Resources to Support Practical Application
Conclusion
Toolkit: Mental Health and Psychosocial Support
- By (author) Sue Parry
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