A Counselor's Guide to the Brain and Its Disorders

• How can we tell if a problem is spiritual or physical?
• What does the brain do and what happens when it isn't working properly?
• How can we better understand those with brain injuries?
• When should we refer people to doctors?

• What should we know about psychoactive medications?

These and many other similar questions are addressed in this book.

Studying the brain and its disorders is crucial for all types of counselors. If they don't, counselors who observe unusual behaviors may misinterpret brain dysfunction and think only in spiritual terms. However, this topic has its challenges. Therefore, this book will begin in the theological trenches to clarify assumptions, define the nature of the person, consider possible exceptions to human responsibility, and provide a model for understanding brain dysfunction. In the process, we will discover that there are many more answers than we imagine. It is the author's hope that the content of this book will encourage you to care for others and stimulate your faith.