Inside Out 2 examines the emotional complexities of adolescence. This film introduces new emotions and explores challenges of a teenager Riley. Riley learns to navigate new social relationships, identify struggles, and emotional turbulence.

This film highlights substance use disorder specifically with methamphetamine addictions and its effects on families. This film portrays a father-son relationship strained by Nic’s struggle with drug addiction.

This film touches on the experience of psychiatric institutionalization.  Susanna Kaysen explores raising awareness about outdated practices and the need for compassionate, patient-centered care.

Examines the life of Alice  Howland a linguistic professor who is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s at the age of 50. This film explores the emotional, psychological, and social challenges faced by her and her family.  This film highlights the importance of support systems, family dynamics, and the struggle to maintain ones identity.

This film highlights the brilliant mathematician John Nash with his diagnosis of schizophrenia. This film delves deeper into the challenges of living with mental health, the feeling of isolation and experiencing delusions with the support of his wife.

This film follows Charlie a socially awkward teenager with a traumatic past. Charlie learns to navigate friendships, love, and his struggles with mental health.

Split examines a man with DID who manifests 23 distinct personality disorders. This film showcases Kevin who kidnaps 3 girls and goes through psychological elements.

By: Kurt Synder, Linda Wasmer Andrews and Raquel E. Gur

This memoir provides an intimate look at the onset and progression of schizophrenia from the perspective of a young person. It offers valuable insights into the cognitive and emotional challenges faced by individuals with this condition, helping to foster understanding and empathy

By: Lisa Genova

Still Alice is a compelling debut novel about a 50-year-old woman’s sudden descent into early onset Alzheimer’s disease

By: John Moe 

Tackles the serious topic of depression with a blend of humor and candid personal experiences. By incorporating interviews with comedians and public figures, it highlights the often-overlooked connection between humor and mental health struggles

By: Vicki Laveau-Harvie’s 

This memoir delves into the complex dynamics of caring for a mentally ill parent. It sheds light on the challenges faced by adult children in such situations, including the emotional toll and practical difficulties of caregiving.

By: Mark Lukach 

Mark Lukach’s account offers a unique perspective on mental illness from a caregiver’s point of view. This book explores the impact of bipolar disorder on a marriage and family, highlighting the challenges and triumphs of supporting a loved one through mental health crises

By: Anna Mehler Paperny’s

Raw and honest account provides an in-depth look at living with depression. This book explores various treatment approaches, offering readers insight into the complexities of managing this mental health condition.

By: Tiffany Jenkins

This memoir chronicles Jenkins’ harrowing journey from opioid addiction and incarceration to recovery. It provides a raw, honest account of her double life, including her 120-day stint in a Florida jail and her eventual path to sobriety, offering an intimate look at the grip of addiction and the challenging road to recovery

By: Catherine Gray

Offers a humorous and hopeful guide to overcoming alcohol addiction, exploring the author’s personal experiences and providing practical advice for those seeking sobriety. Gray shares insights on the benefits of an alcohol-free lifestyle, challenging societal norms around drinking and offering strategies for navigating social situations without alcohol

By: Judith Grisel

Dr. Grisel, a behavioral neuroscientist and recovering addict, offers insights into how drugs affect the brain and discusses approaches to combat addiction.

By: Dr. Bessel van der Kolk 

Exploring the effects of trauma on the brain, mind, and body

By: Dr. Charles Smith and Dr. Jason Hun

These medical doctors use the disease model of addiction to explain substance use disorder and advocate for ending stigma.

By: Trish Luna

This colorfully illustrated picture book helps children ages 3-12 understand addiction as a disease that is not their fault. It teaches coping skills like identifying and expressing feelings in healthy ways, mindful breathing, and the importance of play and fun.

By: Laura Washington

Based on a true story, this book helps children understand that they’re not alone if they love someone with addiction. It provides a way for adults to talk to children about this difficult topic.

By: Chloe Shantz-Hilkes 

This book collects ten true stories from people who lived with an addicted family member in their youth. It honestly explores the range of emotions experienced and provides insight into how they coped, offering hope and understanding to teens in similar situations.

This podcast creates a safe community to help fight the stigma of suicide. It covers a variety of topics regarding suicide including grief, warning signs, risk factors, contagion, youth and what can be done to help prevent suicide.

This podcast shares information and inspiration for people living with Body Dysmorphic Disorder.

The host has people who have lived with someone with mental illness and their perspective and how they dispel myths regarding mental illness.

Each episode looks at life through the unique lens of people living with depression, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder.

Unfiltered discussion regarding Bipolar and their personal experiences.