The filmmakers shared, “Kate challenges her social anxiety and joins a friend for dinner after being inspired by a social media video she came across. Our video inspires viewers to take action by stepping out of their comfort zone and challenging intrusive thoughts.”
A youth opens up about struggles at home, and her friend empathizes with her situation and suggests seeing a school counselor, as it’s helped her in the past.
A youth displays warning signs of suicide, including anger and isolation, so a friend steps in to provide the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline and offers to connect him with a trusted adult.
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.
A youth reflects on how he realized his friend needed help and discusses his decision to reach out to his friend’s mom about his concerns.
A youth feels pressure from his family to succeed, but a friend helps him feel empowered and connects him with a trusted adult.
This film “looks at the challenges of Mental Health from an LGBTQ+ perspective. [The character] Lee faces struggles and is advised by a friend to attend a GSA meeting where he can make new friends and find comfort.”
Four students talk about what it feels like to “walk in their shoes” in this film, which offers a message that help is always available.
While struggling with thoughts of suicide, a youth receives a text checking in on her, which helps her feel seen.
Youth share their struggles, worries, and hopes, and the film reminds the viewer that their mental health matters.