S6 EP2 In Support of Women: Interview with Bonnie Gallant
Bonnie Gallant shares the importance women caring for women and the need for the women's conference coming May 2,3.Cultivate Women's Conference Link The Puzzler's PodcastBonnie Gallant is the cofounder of Agora Network Ministries and co-author of The Beautiful Strokes of God.
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S6 EP1 Living with Functional Neurologic Disorder: Karen Kleine Deters
Welcome to season 6 of Hope for the Agora Podcast.Karen Kleine Deters shares her story of journeying with FND -- Functional Neurologic Disorder.Functional neurologic disorder (FND) refers to a neurological condition caused by changes in how brain networks work, rather than changes in the structure of the brain itself, as seen in many other neurological disorders. Physical symptoms of FND are genuine but cannot be explained by changes in the brain structure. The exact cause of FND is unknown.Resources:National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS). Functional Neurological Disorder Information Page. https://www.ninds.nih.gov/health-information/disorders/functional-neurological-disorderStone, J., Carson, A., & Sharpe, M. (2005). Functional symptoms and signs in neurology: assessment and diagnosis. *Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery & Psychiatry, 76*(Suppl I), i2–i12. https://jnnp.bmj.com/content/76/suppl\_1/i2Support & Awareness OrganizationsFND Hope International – https://fndhope.orgThe Functional Neurological Disorder Society (FNDS) – https://www.fndsociety.orgMayo Clinic: Functional Neurological Disorder – https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/conversion-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20355197Podscasts and storiesNeurology Podcast by the American Academy of Neurology (AAN) – https://www.aan.com/podcastFND Portal Podcast (FND Hope International) – https://fndhope.org/fnd-portal-podcast
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S5 EP7 My Story: Our Host Shares his personal mental health journey
Our podcast host, Allen Kleine Deters shares an intimate personal story of his mental health journey as he dealt with a broken marriage, bladder cancer, the challenges of ministry and more….
The quote Allen shares from a course he took, is attributed to Dr. Danjuma Gibson, Professor of Pastoral Theology, Care and Counseling at Calvin Theological Seminary in Grand Rapids, MI.
Allen is the Pastor of Congregational Life at Northend Church in St. Catharines, ON. He focuses on discipleship in everyday life, Life Groups, Pastoral Counselling and Spiritual Direction.
northendchurch.ca
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S5 EP6 A Story: Todd Bymoen shares his journey with Bipolar Disorder
Todd Bymoen has been on a journey for many years with Bipolar Disorder. Listen as he shares this true story of faith, perseverance, and being humbled time and time again.
The challenges have helped to grow his faith and relationship with others by teaching him to be vulnerable and trust God's will for his life.
Todd wrote about his journey in his book 11-09: Shedding Light on My Faith and Mental Health Journey.
Find it on Amazon
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S5 EP 5 Understanding Mood Disorders with Dr. Grant Mullen
Allen speaks with Dr. Grant Mullen, psychotherapist, author and speaker.
Everyone struggles with their moods, but what if those moods seem to get regularly out of hand or control. This encouraging conversation is an encouragement to understand and know the next steps to get support and resources.
Website: drgrantmullen.com.
Change How You Think.
Book: Emotionally Free HERE
Hope for the Agora is a podcast hosting conversations about the stigma of mental health in the church. Agora Network Ministries seeks to bring hope and healing to those suffering with their mental wellness through honest discussions and resources that educate and equip individuals and churches toward mental flourishing as well as create an environment where those struggling find Christ-like support. Find out more at www.agoranetworkministries.com
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