Includes bibliographical references.

The death of a child : supporting parents through the tragedy -- The death of a spouse : loving people during their greatest loss -- Depression : supporting your friend in the darkness -- Suicide : intervening before it's too late -- Addiction : offering love and support to those who are trying to quit -- Divorce : helping your friend cope with all of its difficulties -- Financial crisis : overcoming the insecurities of money trouble -- Unemployment : supporting a friend through the emotional roller coaster -- Rebellious child : helping parents lovingly raise a "problem child" -- Terminal illness : walking with your friend through the valley of the shadow of death -- Broken fellowship : overcoming fractures, fights, and feuds -- Church scandal : helping people keep the faith when their church is struggling.