Mental Health

A film about mental health during the holidays and the expectation to appear happy to others. A youth opens up to a close friend about about her experience with depression and realizes that she needs support.

In this Spanish-language film, students share their perspective on importance of youth mental health.

A film about the effects of disordered eating on physical and mental health and an encouraging message about how to take steps towards recovery.

Youth share their struggles, worries, and hopes, and the film reminds the viewer that their mental health matters.

The filmmakers shared, “Even though some people do not show their struggles, that does not mean they do not need help. The focus was to inform students to reach out to their friends and others to ask how they’re feeling.”

A film about how to be an advocate for mental health and what not to say to someone who is struggling.

Explores “smiling depression,” or the ability to function well on the outside while experiencing depression. The film encourages viewers to encourage healthy behaviors in loved ones.

Youth describe the way gender expression impacts their mental health, reminding viewers of the importance of allowing people to express their authentic selves without judgment.

A youth experiencing changes in sleep, loss of appetite, and loss of interest in activities receives a call from a concerned friend, which offers hope.

A Spanish-language film encouraging youth to not stay silent about mental health and to ask for help when needed.