Father, in Jesus’ name, where it is possible, please protect those who may be prone to mental illness or emotional fragility, from triggers that exacerbate their tendencies to anxiety, stress, and depression. Where possible, please help them to develop strategies that promote their peace and wholeness.
Father, in Jesus’ name, please give diagnosis, treatment, and the understanding of other people, for those who suffer from mental and emotional illnesses. Please help those who are prone to disordered thoughts, perceptions, and emotions, or excessive scrupulosity to find balance and peace.
Please lead these sufferers to optimum health and to peaceful and fulfilled lives lived in love and faith, and the understanding of family, friends, and colleagues.
Please give courage and refreshment to those who care for mentally impaired patients and loved ones. Please surround them with Your light and love.
Blessed Louis Martin, father of St Therese, who despite the holiness and charity that characterised your life, ended your life with loss of your mental faculties, please pray for all who suffer mental and emotional illnesses.
Mother Mary, St Michael and their patron saints and guardian angels, please pray for them.