This is a rebroadcasting of an interview that was conducted on Mormon Stories in May of 2011. Natasha Helfer Parker interviews Dustin Jones, a black active latter-day saint, about the unique challenges of growing up Mormon as one who has African ancestry.…
Tag: faith crises
012: Cognitive Dissonance and Faith Transition
The theory of Cognitive Dissonance is a well-established concept in the field of psychology that explains why we all experience discomfort and anxiety when we are exposed to new ideas and beliefs or engage in behavior that conflict with our pre-existing views,…
003: Top Ten Mormon Mental Health Issues Pt. 3 – Sexual Intimacy, Parenting, Faith Crisis and Homosexuality
Part 3 of a 3-part interview with Natasha Helfer Parker – The Mormon Therapist. In this episode we cover some of the top 10 (or 11) mental health issues faced by Mormons, including sexual intimacy, parenting, faith crises, and homosexuality.