Dignity 2: The Human Side of Mental Illness

<BODY> <h2>Dignity 2: The Human Side of Mental Illness</h2><br> <Font Color="#FF0000"><I>Honor Award</I> -911 Media Arts</Font><BR> <I>"Highly Recommended. Shows the human side of mental illess, offering the viewer a peek into the difficulties and joys experienced by patients and caregivers alike."</I> -Dr. Debbie Chun, University of Washington<BR> <I>"Recommended. This is perfect viewing for anyone considering a position in the social work field. The program underscores the inner feelings and emotions of living everyday with mental illness. Nicely filmed and edited, this documentary will undoubtedly change your perspective on several issues about mental illness. It shows life within aging facilities existing on meager public funding and donations, and sets the perfect stage for asking questions."</I> -EMRO Review<BR> This sequel to <I>Dignity 1: A Study of Schizophrenia</I> documents the impact and stress on mentally ill residents and staff members when the Mercer Inn, an all-women facility, has to close for budgetary reasons, and most of the women are forced to move in with residents of the Summit Inn. We gain a rare insight of the human side of mental illness, seeing the day-to-day challenges faced by patients and caregivers. Produced by Lorian Tamara Elbert. 08DR SCA 52 min. <A HREF="index.htm" target=_top>Home</a><br> </BODY>