research

Research has shown the following

there is a need for practical help particularly from members of faith communities

education is fundamental

churches should be mental health promoters

stigma and discrimination must be challenged

the privileged position of ministry could be extended to the mental health concerns of community members

carers needs should be addressed with maximum religious and spiritual support

the need for practical expressions of support and friendship

the negative aspects of mental health difficulties need to be addressed

there is a continuous need to challenge stigmatisation and discrimination in society