How can you tell whether you need psychiatric help or God's help?

Question

What if you know you are kind of demented, but you keep hearing the voice of Jesus, and you know that psychiatrists don't believe in God, and would never believe that Jesus is communicating directly with your brain?

Answer 1

That's a good question. Whoa now my brain hurts. Thanks a lot. You made me think over the weekend lol.

Answer 2

You have a problem. Christ does communicate with you directly through the Holy Spirit. Now the question is: What is this voice saying to you. If it is Biblical, then it is the Holy Spirit, else it is the devil. Without further details I cannot comment any further. You are right about psychiatrist. However, focus groups with a sociologist are different. You might find that most of the people in group and even the sociologist are Christians. there are Christian groups that you can seek help through. contact you locale mental heaalth society----you can remain annonomous.

Answer 3

We all need God's help. If you feel something is wrong, you may need a psychiatrist's help also. A good place to start may be by talking to someone who DOES believe in God. Talk to a minister and get things sorted out in your mind. If you need psychiatric help, please get that also. I am sure there are some who do believe in God. I used to work at a Mental Health Clinic and I never met a medical professional who did, but a competent one will respect your beliefs.

Good luck to you.

Answer 4

To jmmevolve: You cannot test the voices any more than you can test God.

There is nothing wrong with seeking help from both sources simultaneously. Talk with a Christian Counsellor about what you are experiencing. Let them determine how you should proceed. Perhaps you are blessed with the voice of Jesus Christ and suffer mental problems at the same time.

Answer 5

There *are* Christian psychologists and psychotherapists out there and they can help. I don't know if Googling the phrase would help you find someone in your area who could help. Certainly you/we can pray and ask God to lead you to the person who can help you the best. If He's trying to communicate with you he won't mind your seeking confirmation, and if the voice you hear isn't Jesus, trust me, Jesus doesn't want you listening to some voice that *isn't* his.
And btw, don't worry, we're all "kind of demented"--esp. those who think they aren't. You're not alone. The Gospel is madness to those who are not saved, but life to those who find it.

Answer 6

If you are hearing voices, seek help. I believe in God but there is NO Jesus or God broadcast network that your brain can pick up so they will talk to you. God communicates through life lessons and feelings NOT with instruction.

Answer 7

Some in this situation have chosen to undergo a thorough physical examination. A physical problem may lie behind emotional or mental distress. Treating such a problem has in some cases given relief to the emotionally ill person. If no physical problem is found, the physician, upon request, may recommend a mental-health professional. What then? As stated, this is a decision each individual must weigh for himself. Others should not criticize or judge.—Romans 14:4.

Nevertheless, practical wisdom must be exercised and care taken not to forget Bible principles. (Proverbs 3:21; Ecclesiastes 12:13) In the case of physical sickness, patients are faced with a variety of treatment choices, from orthodox medicine to therapies such as naturopathy, acupuncture, and homeopathy. There are also different kinds of mental-health practitioners. Among them are analytic psychotherapists and others, who may delve into the patient’s personal history to try to find reasons for irregular behavior or painful emotions. Behavioral psychotherapists may try to help the patient learn new behavior patterns. Some mental-health practitioners believe that most mental illnesses should be treated with drugs. Reportedly, others recommend diet and vitamins.

Patients and their families should use caution when considering these choices. (Proverbs 14:15) Significantly, Professor Paul McHugh, director of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, said that the mental-health profession “is a rudimentary medical art. It lacks easy access to proof of its proposals even as it deals with disorders of the most complex features of human life—mind and behavior.” This situation leaves the door open to eccentricity and fraud, as well as well-intentioned treatments that may do more harm than good.

It should be mentioned, too, that while psychiatrists and psychologists have professional, postgraduate degrees, many others with no professional qualifications practice without supervision as counselors or therapists. Some individuals have spent a lot of money consulting such unqualified people.

Even with a trained, qualified mental-health professional, there are things to consider. When choosing a medical doctor or surgeon, we have to be sure that he will respect our Bible-based views. Similarly, it would be dangerous to consult a mental-health professional who does not respect our religious and moral views. Many Christians are striving hard, despite mental and emotional confusion, to have “the same mental attitude that Christ Jesus had.” (Romans 15:5) Such are rightly concerned about the attitudes of anyone who might affect their thinking or behavior. Some practitioners view any restrictions imposed by Scriptural beliefs as unnecessary and potentially harmful to mental health. They may approve, even recommend, practices condemned in the Bible, such as homosexuality or marital infidelity.

These ideas are included in what the apostle Paul called “the contradictions of the falsely called ‘knowledge.’ ” (1 Timothy 6:20) They contradict the truth about the Christ and are part of “the philosophy and empty deception” of this world. (Colossians 2:8.) The Bible’s touchstone is clear: “There is no wisdom, nor any discernment, nor any counsel in opposition to Jehovah.” (Proverbs 21:30.)

So a Christian who feels that it is necessary to consult a mental-health professional should scrutinize the qualifications, attitude, and reputation of the practitioner and the possible effect of any treatment recommended. If a distressed Christian cannot do this himself, perhaps a mature, close friend or relative may be able to help.

Science can do much more today than in times past to alleviate suffering. Still, there are many diseases—both physical and mental—that at present are incurable. And Jehovah himself strengthens them to endure until that glorious time when sickness will be no more.—Matthew 24:45; Psalm 41:1-3; Isaiah 33:24.

Answer 8

I think Jesus helps us by sending us ppl who can help us, like doctors or psychiatrists. I would discuss this with a Christian mental health professional- yes, there ARE Christian psychiatrists out there!!!
Put your trust in Jesus and know that He's with you no matter what.

Answer 9

Some psychiatrist do believe in God, they just aren't allowed to talk about religion with clients.If the voice is leading you toward good, listen.If it's telling you to trust him, go to church, or pray I suppose that is what it should be doing. Jesus would not tell you to harm yourself or others. I would talk to your doc anyway.

Answer 10

some Psychiatrists believe in God

Answer 11

Test the voices! To do that you need to have some trust in the psychicatrist to find the solutions you seek. God or Jesus would never desert you in times of trial.