Author Akunna Aneke - Christian Publisher Xulon Press

Joy isn't gone. It's just sleeping.
In When Joy Sleeps, Dr. Akunna Aneke, a dual-certified Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatric-Mental Health and Family Practice, and a woman of deep faith—offers a gentle, grace-filled guide to navigating depression through both clinical wisdom and biblical truth. With warmth and compassion, this book walks alongside those experiencing emotional darkness, helping them make sense of their pain, reconnect with God, and take small, sacred steps toward healing. Each chapter weaves together psychological insight, scriptural reflection, and devotional encouragement—reminding readers that even in the silence, they are seen, held, and loved. Whether you're wrestling with depression yourself or supporting someone who is, *When Joy Sleeps* offers light for the journey—and hope that joy, though quiet now, is never gone for good, only resting until it rises again.

Dr. Akunna Aneke is a powerhouse of faith, compassion, and clinical excellence. A doctoral-prepared, dual-certified nurse practitioner in both family and psychiatric mental health care; she brings over thirty years of experience to the healing spaces she so passionately creates. Her writing is a rich tapestry of professional wisdom and unwavering spiritual depth, crafted to speak to the heart and soul.
Dr. Akunna is fiercely committed to helping others rediscover purpose, peace, and wholeness through a holistic, Christ-centered lens. She is the proud mother of four beautiful children and the founder of Still Psychiatry, a flourishing mental health practice known for its excellence in compassionate care.
A beloved leader in her profession and community, Dr. Akunna lives her calling daily—bringing light where darkness once prevailed and reminding the world that joy, though it may sleep, can rise again.

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When Joy Sleeps by Akunna Aneke