Bridgewater State University presents: Movies for Mental Health (Online)

 

Movies for Mental Health is an arts-based mental health workshop that focuses on empowering young adults, educators, health professionals and community members to gain a better understanding of mental health within their environment.

Knowing that art speaks the language of our interior worlds, we harness film to engage with young people on the vital topic of mental health and mental illness, inspiring them to tell their own stories and explore those of others.

The event also connects students with mental health resources available to them, empowering them to seek support and heal as individuals and communities.

RSVP above, and sign up to join the watch party here: https://bit.ly/bsu-awi-watch-party

Featured Campus and Community Resources:

Bridgewater State University Wellness Center

NAMI Massachusetts

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention – MA Chapter

 Featured National Resources:

Crisis Text Line
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Trans Lifeline
The Trevor Project
Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective (BEAM)
Black Mental Health Alliance

Details

Day:Wednesday
Date:November 9, 2022
Time:6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Venue

Bridgewater State University
131 Summer St
Bridgewatef, MA 02324 United States
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Workshop Evaluation

Click here to download a summary of the post-workshop evaluations.
75 of students not receiving mental health support reported an increased likelihood to reach out
80 of students said that the workshop reduced stigma related to mental health
80 of the students felt the event created awareness of mental health issues.

Interactive Presentation

Films Screened

Films screened and discussed at this workshop

Nov
2019
Mind Matters
Seyi Akinlade & Josef Adamu
Nov
2021
Pathei Mathos
Vitória Vasconcellos
Apr
2019
Visualizing Lies
Justin Michael Jeffers & Devonnie A. Black
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Partners

American Psychiatric Association Foundation We are the non-profit affiliate of the American Psychiatric Association. Our public programs are designed to educate and empower, and are focused on:
  • Eliminating stigma,
  • Improving access to high quality mental health care,
  • Increasing public awareness, and
  • Addressing the chronically unmet needs of underserved populations.

APAF initiatives are designed for schools, the workplace, the justice system, and faith communities. All of our work is centered on on one goal: A mentally healthy nation for all. For more information and complimentary resources, visit apafdn.org.

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Bridgewater State University presents: Movies for Mental Health (Online)