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Audio-Visual Library
The Mental Health Association of Franklin County is pleased to provide a free mental health lending library, available for use by anyone in Franklin County. Our video and audiotape library covers a wide range of mental health and recovery topics including depression, self-esteem and stress management.
As you look over our listings, you will find selections appropriate for all ages. Our library is an invaluable resource to teachers and guidance counselors, mental health and recovery services' professionals, business personnel, employee assistance professionals, clergy and the general public. Persons with mental illness and their families will also find topics of interest.
Please feel free to contact us about your program needs, ideas and suggestions. We want to be responsive to the mental health educational needs of our community.
To increase the usability of our library and to expand the selection of videos available, we collaborate with the Prevention Council of Central Ohio and the Columbus Health Department Resource Center. The Center is a comprehensive media center with topics on alcohol, drugs, mental health, and health in general. Center staff also perform Internet, literature, magazine and statistical information searches and prepare background on most alcohol, drug and social issue topics.
Request a catalogue of materials
by calling the Columbus Health Department & Prevention Council Community
Health Resource Center at 614-645-0266 (or the Prevention Council at 755-9105).
Videos can be picked up at the Columbus Health Department Community Resource
Center, 240 Parsons Avenue, Columbus, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday
through Friday.
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Video Listings
1999 Strategies
Against Violence Everywhere Awards (1999; Sr. High/Adult) Eight videos
written and performed by teens offer alternatives to violence in realistic
situations. Each video is no longer that four minutes.
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About Job Stress
(1991; Adult; 18 min.) This video addresses common job-related stresses
from all types of jobs including workplace conditions, deadlines, promotions
or added responsibilities on the job due to reduction in the workforce.
Offers practical suggestions on how to control stress and avoid job burnout.
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About Young People
and Self-Esteem (1991; Jr/Sr High/College; 18 min.) This video raises
teens' awareness of their special qualities, and promotes the power of
positive thinking. Contains a mix of lively animation and interviews with
teens and experts that address specific concerns of young people. Topics
include friendships, social development and meaningful relationships at
school and home.
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About Young
People and Stress (1991; Jr/SR High/College; 19 min.) This video shows
that stress does not discriminate by age. Young people are susceptible
to its effects, and may be tempted by unhealthy methods to control it.
This video specifically advises against using drugs or alcohol to "tune
out" problems.
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After the Tears
(1986; SR High/Adult; 20 min.) Teens and adult siblings share their feelings
about having a family member with a mental illness.
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Beating the Blues
(1998; Adult; 30 min.) Tony Dow (Wally Cleaver from TV's Leave It To Beaver)
talks about his personal struggle with depression.
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The Blues: Not
A Normal Part of Aging (1998; Adult; 22 min.) A community education
program on clinical depression in the older adult population. This video
profiles three individuals who share their stories on successful battles
with clinical depression in later life. Speaker's manual available.
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Borderline Syndrome:
A Personality Disorder of Our Time (1988; College/Adult; 74 min.)
A documentary/training video on Borderline featuring experts in the treatment
of this diagnosis. Footage of in-depth conversations with patients is
also included. The video features Drs. James Masterson and John Gunderson,
recognized authorities in the diagnosis and treatment of this disorder.
Also featured is Dr. Marilyn Gewacke, director of one of the few Borderline
Out-Patient Programs in the country.
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The Brain Series
(1988; SR High/Adult; 30 min. each) Three programs from PBS series: Learning
and Memory The Two Brains (right & left hemisphere) Madness.
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Breaking the Dark
Horse - A young woman with manic depression and her family cope
with her illness (1997; Adult; 32 min.) Documentary depicting Mindy
in her life-long struggle with mental illness. Mindy has manic depression
(bipolar disorder) and moves from one extreme of her disorder to the other
quickly. She and her family share their personal story of learning to
live with mental illness and how each has been affected.
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Caring for Ourselves
(1989; Adult; 50 min.) Co-dependence self-help with Melodie Beattie.
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The Challenge of
Hope (1999; Adult; 13 min.) This video discusses effective community-based
treatments for persons with serious mental illness. Produced as part of
the National Mental Health Association's Partners In CARE program. Six
model programs for effective community-based services for persons with
severe and persistent mental illnesses are outlined.
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Child Molestation:
Breaking the Silence (1987; Adult; 20 min.) Good in-service for school
personnel. Through a dramatic presentation, viewers see issues a child
faces in sexual abuse situation. Includes pre-test and sample situations
for discussion.
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Claire's Story:
A Child's Perspective on Childhood Depression (1994; Grades 5-9; Part
I, 20 min., Parts II & III, 30 min.) Thirteen-year-old Claire narrates
her own experience of depression. Claire, who was diagnosed at the age
of 11, addresses the facts and fiction of depression along with an adult
narrator. Includes teacher's guide with reproducible handouts for use
in the classroom, meetings, or to send home to parents.
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Dark Glasses
and Kaleidoscopes: Living with Manic Depression (1997; SR High/Adult;
30 min.) Produced for the National Depressive and Manic Depressive Association,
this video features actor Tony Dow, who played Wally Cleaver on the TV
program, Leave it to Beaver. This video is intended to describe the illness
and provide possible treatments.
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Day After Night: Recognizing Teenage Depression (1999; 26 minutes) Explores teenage depression, its symptoms and treatment options. The true stories of several teens and their battles with clinical depression are featured. The tape also includes insight from family members and friends of depressed teens as well as interviews with mental health professionals. A companion instructional booklet is available. Return to top
Dead Blue:
Surviving Depression (1998; Adult; 55 min.) HBO-produced documentary
that chronicles the lives of three people suffering from depression and
their families. Featured are Mike Wallace, from 60 Minutes, author William
Styron and clinical psychologist Martha Manning who have learned to live
with the illness.
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Depression: A Changing
Perspective...Reaching Out (1994; Adult; 14 min.) Produced by the
National Institutes of Mental Health, this video features celebrities
and public figures who overcame depression through treatment. Also presents
vignettes which reinforce essential information and capture real life
experiences. Included with the video is an educational guide for presenters.
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Depression and
Manic Depression: Real Stories/Real Hope (1998; Adult; 42 min.) This
video was created for National Depression Screening Day '98 and offers
individual vignettes that feature a wide variety of ages, sexes, and ethnic
diversity. Treatment options described include medication, psychotherapy
and self-help groups.
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Depression and
Women: Dispelling the Myths (1995; Adult; 16 min.) Features the inspiring
profiles of five women, ranging in age from 18 to 80, who share their
stories of their successful battles with depression. Produced by Eli Lilly
& Co. for the NMHA's public education campaign on clinical depression.
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Depression in the
Workplace (1988; Adult; 20 min.) Helps supervisors and managers recognize
depression as a possible factor in performance-related problems. Offers
helpful suggestions on how to approach an employee who may be experiencing
depression. (Call 221-1441 to arrange a speaker to accompany this video.)
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Depression: The
Road to Recovery (1992; Adult; approx. 15 min.) Patient education
video on Prozac produced by Eli Lilly and Company.
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Discovering An
Untapped Work Force (1988; Adult; 13 min.) Markets the abilities of
persons with disabilities. Features success stories shared by workers
with disabilities and their employers. Although appropriate for in-service
training session for agencies that work with people with mental illness
and other disabilities, this video is targeted to potential employers.
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Don't Pop Your
Cork on Mondays! (1991; Grades K-4; 13 min.) This video provides children
with an understanding of stress and the importance of developing stress
survival skills in a bright, humorous, animated format.
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Downtime: A Worksite
Guide to Understanding Clinical Depression (1993; Adult; 25 min.)
Narrated by Dick Cavett, this video offers practical advice to employers
on how to recognize depression in the workplace and what to do about it.
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Everybody Needs
a Hand to Hold On To (1995; Adult; 18 min.) Narrated by Walter Cronkite,
was produced by the National Depressive and Manic-Depressive Association
with a grant from Eli Lilly & Co. For those who suffer from a depression-related
disorder, this video provides comfort and hope. The video shows how treatment
can help restore people to productive, satisfying lives.
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Expectations: A
Story About Stress (1985; Grades 3-6; 22 min.) Dramatized story which
illustrates that stress can come from a variety of sources. Shows a young
boy and girl dealing with stress successfully.
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Faces of Anxiety
(1990; Adult; 28 min.) This video follows Gary Tollefson, MD, PhD, as
he sees his patients with anxiety disorders (phobias, panic attacks and
obsessive-compulsive disorders). The viewer learns about a variety of
treatment options - behavior modification, psychotherapy, coping techniques
and medication - and begins to understand that persons with anxiety disorders
can recover and return to normal life activities. (Produced by the American
Psychiatric Association.)
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Faces of Depression
(1995; Adult; 14 min.) This video was produced for the National Mental
Health Association's Campaign on Clinical Depression and features inspirational
stories of struggle and triumph from persons with depression.
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Faces of Depression
(1993; Adult: 12 min.) Real patients share their inspirational stories
of struggle and triumph. Produced as part of the national public education
campaign on clinical depression, sponsored by the NMHA and made possible
through an educational grant from Eli Lilly & Co.
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Families Coping
with Mental Illness (1995; Adult; 22 min.) This video shows 10 people
talking about their experiences with mental illness of a family member.
Provides suggestions and insight into the problems of living with mental
illness. Appropriate for families or mental health professionals.
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Family Lecture
Series (1988; Adult; 2 hrs. each) Home video of Dr. Chris Amenson's
lectures to families of persons with mental illness (taped in California).
Content is excellent.
#1 The Schizophrenic Experience
#2 Causes of Schizophrenia
#3 Treatment and Prognosis for Schizophrenia
#4 Causes and Treatment of Manic-Depression
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Fighting Depression,
You're Not Alone (1997; Middle/Jr./Sr. High/Adult; 25 min.) Children
and their families discuss their experience of depression. Tips on how
to recognize the signs of depression and suggestions on where to seek
help are included.
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Four Lives: Portraits
of Manic Depression (1988; Adult; 60 min.) Hosted by Patty Duke, this
documentary gives personal accounts from four individuals with manic-depression
(bi-polar disorder) and their families.
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Good To Be Home
(1987; Adult; 15 min.) Explains how community support can help people
with chronic mental illness when they come home from the hospital.
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How to Stop the
One You Love from Drinking and Using Drugs (1989; Adult; 56 min.)
Based on the book by Mary Ellen Pinkham and hosted by Mariette Hartley,
uses dramatized situations and information that explains the process of
"intervention."
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Human Development-The
First 2-1/2 Years: Social & Emotional Growth (1991; SR High/Adult/Teen
Parents; 22 min.) Key points about this period for healthy emotional development.
Discussion guide included.
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Humor Your Stress
(1996; Adult; 60 min.) Loretta LaRoche, the master of mirth, shares tips
on using humor to handle stress. Excellent program for group.
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I Like Being
Me: Self-esteem (1990; Grades 5-8; 26 min.) Makes students aware of
the powerful impact their self-esteem has on their ability to behave in
their own best interest. Includes teacher's guide.
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I Love You Like
Crazy - Being a Parent with a Mental Illness (1999; Adult; 27 min.)
Eight mothers and fathers who have mental illness discuss the challenges
they face as parents. Issues of work, fear, stigma, relationships with
children and other family members, with professionals, and with the community
at large are discussed.
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I'm Still Here:
The Truth About Schizophrenia (1997; Adult: 67 min.) This video strips
away the ignorance and fear associated with schizophrenia, reminding us
that, despite the distortions of personality and perception induced by
a chemical imbalance of the brain, many of those living with this illness
lead lives of extraordinary courage and accomplishment. Produced by Janssen
Pharmaceutica, Inc. and Janssen Research Foundation.
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Life After Trauma: What Every Person Should Know (2000; 25 min.) Describes the symptoms and treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Doctors who treat it and people who have lived through it discuss trauma and its aftermath. PTSD is an anxiety disorder that affects about one in 13 Americans at some point during their lifetimes. Return to top
The Many Faces
of Depression - Part I: Recognition & Diagnosis (1991; Adult; 30 min.)
This video features guest experts who examine the latest strategies for
identifying and managing this potentially life-threatening condition that
affects an estimated 17 million Americans.
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The Many Faces
of Depression - Part II: Therapeutic Strategies (1991; Adult; 30 min.)
Guest experts discuss treatment aspects of depression.
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Mental Illness:
Awareness and Hope (1987; SR High/Adult; 13 min.) Straightforward
facts and information on mental illness from individuals, families and
professionals. Produced by the American Mental Health Fund (now part of
the NMHA).
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The Mind Series
(1988; SR High/Adult; 30 min. each) Condensed versions of highly acclaimed
PBS series. Titles include: "Aging" and "Addiction."
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Mirrors (1988;
Adult/Parents; 12 min.) Self-esteem and your children. Excellent for parents.
Produced by Keebler Co. in cooperation with National PTA.
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Moods and Music
(1990; Adult; 60 min.) Discusses composers with mood disorders. Includes
treatment and medical opinions. Beautiful music and very interesting.
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Moving Back Into
the Light (1993; Teen/Adult; 15 min.) Developed by Eli Lilly & Co.
for the NMHA's national public education campaign on clinical depression.
This video exposes the myths and corrects misconceptions about the illness
and its treatment.
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NARSAD Cutting
Edge Medical Report on Preventing Relapses in Schizophrenia (1997;
Adult; 20 min.) This video explains the latest developments in the treatment
of schizophrenia.
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NARSAD Cutting
Edge Medical Report on Schizophrenia & Depression (1997: Adult; 20
min.) Two segments dealing with the latest developments in the treatment
of schizophrenia and depression. These are discussed separately.
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National Anxiety
Disorders Screening Project: Stories of Hope & Courage (1999; Adult;
15 min.) This video features inspiring profiles of individuals who overcame
the disability and suffering from an anxiety disorder. Marc Summers of
Nickelodeon's "Double Dare" fame is the host. He also has obsessive compulsive
disorder and shares his personal experience.
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Panic Disorder:
Stories of Hope (1993; Adult; 19 min.) This video is hosted by television
personality Willard Scott, who has panic disorder. It features three people
from diverse backgrounds who have successfully fought this illness - and
have found the treatment they needed to overcome their panic attacks.
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The Panic Prison
(1989; Adult; 28 min.) True-life video that captures the experiences of
patients with panic disorder and the doctor who treats them. The viewer
meets real patients and accompanies Dr. Gormon on his regular routines:
interviewing and treating patients, visiting a support group and participating
in ongoing research into the causes and genetic links of panic disorder.
(Produced by the American Psychiatric Association.)
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A Parent's Guide
for Managing Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder - Sharing the Hope (1997;
Adult; 18 min.) Provides information to parents of children and teens
with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Three families share their experiences
in recognizing OCD, coming to grips with the diagnosis, and finding practical
ways to enable their children to lead full, productive lives. Also features
interviews with experts who give updates on the latest advances in treatment.
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Pastoral Counseling:
A Ministry of Mental Health (1995; Adult; 15 min.) Describes pastoral
counseling through vignettes using pastoral counselors and their clients
from various religious denominations. Produced by the American Association
of Pastoral Counselors for the NMHA's Depression Campaign.
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The Power of
Choice Series (1987; SR High/Adult) #1 The Power of Choice (60 min.)
original PBS special with comedian/teen counselor Michael Pritchard as
he tours high schools across the country and shows young people how to
be V.I.P.'s - to use Vision, Initiative, and Perspective to make the kinds
of choices that put them in control of their lives.
(Series #2 through #12 are 30 min. each)
#2 Acting on Your Values
#3 Self-esteem
#4 Coping with Pressures
#5 Drugs and Alcohol, Part I
#6 Drugs and Alcohol, Part II Parents
#7 Drinking and Driving
#8 Sex (not available)
#9 Friendship and Dating
#10 Depression and Suicide
#11 Communicating with
#12 Raising Your Parents
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Primetime (ABC
News) Almost Home-The Lori Schiller Story (1995; Adult; 12 min.) Lori
Schiller, author of The Quiet Room, and in recovery from schizophrenia
shares her personal story in an update of a previous PRIMETIME broadcast.
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Schizophrenia
(The Phil Donahue Show, 1987; Adult; 30 min.) Offers basic information
about a disease that affects nearly a million Americans and their families,
usually striking persons from age 17 to 25. Dr. E. Fuller Torrey, Author
of Surviving Schizophrenia: A Family Manual, reviews the suspected causes,
symptoms and prognosis for recovery and the steps that can be taken by
supportive family members. This program includes information on both the
bio-chemical and behavioral aspects of schizophrenia.
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Schizophrenics
Anonymous (1995; Adult; 28 min.) On this tape, Joanne Verbanic, founder
of the group from the Mental Health Association in Michigan, explains
her own personal story of recovery from schizophrenia and outlines the
purpose of Schizophrenics Anonymous as a six-step recovery program.
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Schizophrenia:
Gaining More Control Over Your Life (1997; Adult; 26 min.) Some of
the ways to help relieve or minimize symptoms of schizophrenia are discussed.
Hypothetical patient testimonials and scenarios using actors are used
to illustrate before and after treatment using medications. Produced by
Eli Lilly & Company.
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Schizophrenia:
The Hidden Illness (1987; Adult; 20 min.) Information about how community
support and understanding can help persons with schizophrenia adjust to
living in the community.
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Schizophrenia -
Part I: Surviving in the World of Normals (1991; Adult; 58 min.) Frederick
Frese, PhD, gives a personal account of his own diagnosis of schizophrenia
and discusses coping strategies.
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Schizophrenia -
Part II: A Love Story: Living with Someone with Schizophrenia (1991;
Adult; 100 min.) Penny Frese, PhD, shares her personal story of her relationship
with her spouse, psychologist Fred Frese, and describes how she and their
four children have coped with living with a person with schizophrenia.
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Shattered Dreams
(1993; Adult; 23 min.) This video describes the trauma experience by parents
and siblings of loved ones diagnosed with a serious mental illness, such
as schizophrenia, bipolar depression or major depression. Silhouetted
narrators speak the words of family members as they discuss their successes
and failures in coping with and caring for their relative with mental
illness. Can be used as a training tool for mental health professionals
to encourage family and professional collaboration.
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The Sky Is Falling:
Understanding & Treating Anxiety & Panic Disorders (1998; Adult; Approx.
6 hrs.) Videotape of conference held at Riverside Methodist Hospital on
June 4, 1998. Features Mark Pollack, MD and Sally Winston, PsyD. Handouts
available.
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Stress To Your
Advantage (1986; Adult; 30 min.) Condensed version from the Bodywatch
series. Dr. James "Red" Duke; psychologist Judy Rodin, and editor-in-chief
of American Health magazine T. George Harris examine stress and why some
people cope with it better than others do.
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To Paint the Stars:
The Life and Mind of Vincent Van Gogh (1990; Adult; 55 min.) Analysis
of the nature of Van Gogh's mental illness; shows many of Van Gogh's works
and words.
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Taking Back Your
Life: Managing Panic and Other Anxiety Disorders (1998; Adult; Approx.
2 hr.) Videotape of evening community program featuring Sally Winston,
PsyD. Handouts available.
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Taking Control
of Depression (1992; Adult; 15 min.) Ed Asner narrates this patient
education video which provides information about clinical depression.
Produced by Pfizer Pharmaceuticals.
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Teen Suicide: Listen
Up! (1993; Teen; 13 min.) Through a series of scenarios written and
acted by teens concerned with suicide prevention, many of the warning
signs of suicidal behavior are identified and discussed.
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The Touching Tree:
A Story of a Child with OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) (1993;
Adult; 37 min.) Traces a young boy's struggle with OCD in a school setting.
Diagnosis and treatment are discussed by professionals.
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Understanding
and Communicating With aPerson Who Is Hallucinating (1989; Adult;
63 min.) This video focuses on one of the most troublesome symptoms of
schizophrenia-hallucinations. In easy to understand language, Mary Moller,
MSN, RN, CS, explains how the brain functions, describes what happens
during a hallucination, and offers proven techniques for helping a person
through this frightening experience. Especially helpful for professionals,
clients and family members.
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Understanding Depression
(1996; Adult; 15 min.) People with depression and the mental health professionals
discuss causes and treatment. Produced by SmithKline Beecham Pharmaceuticals.
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Understanding Obsessive
Compulsive Disorder (1996; Adult; 11 min.) People with the disorder
and experts discuss symptoms and treatment of obsessive compulsive disorder.
Produced by SmithKline Beecham Pharmaceuticals.
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Understanding Panic
Disorder (1996; Adult: 14 min.) Patients and experts discuss panic
disorder. Includes information on causes and treatment. Produced by SmithKline
Beecham Pharmaceuticals.
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Understanding
Social Anxiety Disorder: It's More Than Just Shyness (1998; Adult;
16 min.) People with social anxiety disorder and their family members
discuss how it has affected them. Experts, including Jerilyn Ross, PhD,
Pres. Of Anxiety Disorders Association of America, discuss the scope of
the problem and effective treatments. Produced by the American Psychiatric
Association, the Anxiety Disorders Association of America and Freedom
from Fear, this video was made possible through an unrestricted educational
grant from SmithKline Beecham.
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A Waiting Work
Force, Ready, Willing and DisABLED (1987; Adult; 25 min.) Dispels
myths of productivity/employability of "special needs" population; produced
by the National Center for Vocation Research in Vocational Education.
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What Do I Tell
My Children? (1989; Adult; 30 min.) This award-winning video is a
sensitive and practical resource on bereavement narrated by Joanne Woodward.
Professionals in the field, including Elisabeth Kobler-Ross, offer advice
for coping. Demystifies and normalizes the grieving process, helps professionals
and parents feel more comfortable talking about the death of a loved one.
Can be used for in-service training for nurses, hospice staff and volunteers,
medical and nursing schools, social workers, clergy, teachers and administrators,
daycare centers and funeral directors.
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What's With
You My Friend? Images of Depression (1990; SR High/Adult; 60 min.)
Combination Speaker/Video Educational Program on depression awareness
designed to meet the needs of different audiences: general/community,
older adults, adolescents/young adults or workplace. (Call 221-1441 to
arrange this program.)
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When Mom and Dad
Break-Up (1989; Children, 4-12 years old; 32 min.) This video should
be viewed by children with an adult. Hosted by Alan Thicke (TV's Growing
Pains) and developed by leading family experts, this video offers reassuring
information to common questions by children who are going through divorce:
"Was it my fault?" "Do Mom and Dad still love me?" "Will I always feel
this bad?" Includes guide for parents.
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When the Music
Stops: The Reality of Serious Mental Illness (1987; SR High/Adult;
20 min.) What mental illness means to the families who are affected by
it. Basic facts and current research on biochemical basis of mental illness.
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When You're Mad!
Mad! Mad! (1992; Grades 5-9; 27 min.) Through a series of angry outbursts
with middle school age youth, this video demonstrates that anger is a
normal emotion. This video offers suggestions on positive ways to express
and deal with anger. Includes a teacher's guide.
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Why Are You So
Angry? (1988; Adult; 35 min.) This video examines anger in various
situations and offers a positive approach to identifying problems and
developing action plans to resolve anger. Comes with a workbook.
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Windows Into the
A.D.D. Mind (1994; Adult; 81 min.) Dr. Amen explains Attention Deficit
Disorder (ADD) in clear, easy-to-understand language. Illustrates the
impact of ADD on relationships, school, work and self-esteem. Provides
practical suggestions to help people with ADD and their families.
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The following videos,
produced by Sandoz Pharmaceuticals, are available on Clozaril, a medication
used in the treatment of schizophrenia:
What to Expect (1993; Adult; 14 min.; overview with comments from family
members and clients)
Clozaril: An Overview (1993; Adult; 28 min.; for clinicians)
Clozaril Efficacy (1993; Adult; 5 min.; before and after profiles of
clients)
Living with Clozaril (1995; Adult; 17 min.; clients share their experiences)
Schizophrenia: Cutting Edge Medical Report (1995; Adult; aired on the
Discovery Channel, gives an update on schizophrenia and Clozaril)
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Audio Tapes
Building on Recovery
(Adult) Tapes from MHAFC-sponsored Building on Recovery: a professional
training conference held May 8 & 9, 1992 with Robert Becker, PhD, Bryan
Robinson, PhD, Carla Wills-Brandon, MA, Ruth Fishel, MEd, and Joy Miller,
MA.
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Come Home to Yourself
(Adult) Tapes from MHAFC-sponsored Come Home to Yourself: A Conference
on Co-Dependency, Adult Children of Alcoholics and Recovery held June
28 & 29, 1991. Features Robert Becker, Bryan Robinson, Carla Wills-Brandon,
Ruth Fishel and Joy Miller.
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Coping for Kids
(1986) is a ready-to-use program to help students ages 8-18 learn to cope
with stress. Includes 28 pre-planned stress control lessons, taped relaxation
exercises on two cassettes, and reproducible worksheets.
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Depression and
Anxiety (1990; Adult) John Preston, PsyD, provides practical advice
on managing these two disorders.
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Depression: Voices
of an Illness (1996; Sr. High/Adult; 60 min.) A radio documentary
produced by National Public Radio and narrated by actor Rod Steiger on
depression. Includes educational guide.
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Learn To Relax:
A 14-Day Program (1983; Adult) Book by John D. Curtis, PhD and Richard
A. Detert with audio cassette relaxation exercises.
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Manic Depression:
Voices of an Illness (1992; Adult; 60 min.) A radio documentary produced
by National Public Radio and narrated by actress Patty Duke on the subject
of manic depression. Includes educational guide.
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Managing Stress,
by Dr. Karl Albrecht (1982; Adult; 20 min.) Discusses common misconceptions
about stress. Presents over 20 stress management techniques, and leads
the listener through a deep relaxation exercise.
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Schizophrenia:
Voices of an Illness (1994; Adult; 60 min.) A radio documentary featuring
11 people who provide first-hand accounts of the illness. Narrated by
Academy Award winning actor, Jason Robards. Includes educational guide.
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Surviving Mental
Illness (1989; Adult) Practical steps for recovery offered by a client/client
to other clients. Discusses self-awareness, and changing thought patterns
to improve everyday situations and gain perspective and personal growth.
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Voices of Strength:
An Inside Look at Children's Mental Health (1997; Adult; 20 min.)
This video highlights the stories of young people who experience mental
health problems and their families. They tell how they found community
resources and supports, built upon their individual and family strengths,
and developed new skills to help them succeed.
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Wellbeing,
video series on depression:
Understanding Depression (1996; Adult; 7 min.) This video discusses
questions someone diagnosed with depression may have including "Why me?"
and "What happens next?"
Treating Depression (1996; 8 1/2 min.) This video discusses antidepressant
medications and psychotherapy. Common misconceptions about medications
are clarified.
Depression & Relationships (1996; Adult; 13 min.) This video discusses
how depression and the negative thinking it causes can put a strain on
relationships - with our friends, spouses, and children. Ways to improve
communication and the benefits of support groups are discussed.
Managing Depression (1996; Adult; 8 min.) This video outlines important
ways to manage depression and stay well. Spotting the early warning signs
of a reoccurring depression and how to lessen its impact are discussed.
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When Doubts
Never Stop: Overcoming Obsessions & Compulsions (1996; Adult; 16 min.)
This community education program contains a video, slides and fact sheets
about obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). Produced by Solvay Pharmaceuticals
and Pharmacia & Upjohn.
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When Once is Not
Enough (1994; Adult) Tapes from MHAFC-sponsored professional training
conference on treatment of obsessive compulsive disorder. This conference
was intended for intermediate and advanced-level clinicians. Features John
H. Greist, MD and Lee Baer, PhD.
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Other
Turtles & Dragons
In The Classroom: A Teacher's Guide to Childhood Depression (1998) This
notebook has background information on childhood depression and features classroom
activity suggestions to integrate mental health education into the curriculum.
A depression checklist is included.
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Additional Programs
A speaker on the following
topics is available to address your group or organization. (A minimum
of three weeks notice is requested.) Please call 221-1441 to arrange.
All programs are fee negotiable for businesses and not-for-profit organizations.
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De-Stress Your Life
- Introductory (or refresher) one-hour program on stress management. Handouts
are included.
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Depression Awareness
- 45-minute combination of video, slides, lecture on recognition of symptoms
of depression - includes handouts. (Women suffer 2:1 over men.) Excellent
for "brown bag" lunch program.
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Depression in the
Workplace - Introductory training on recognizing depression in employees
(45 min. to one hour). Includes 20-minute video and handouts.
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Mental Illness
Awareness - Combination video, slides, lecture on facts about mental illness
(30 to 45 min.). Local treatment centers and resources are given. Good for
"brown bag" lunch. Appropriate for teen/adult general audiences.
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