My Disorder Doesn’t Define Me
A youth experiencing bipolar disorder receives help from friends during a difficult period.
Annual Contest
Together We Matter
“I realize I’m not alone anymore, I feel OK again.” Filmmakers urge youth to reach out and share how they’re feeling.
Beautiful Just the Way You Are
A girl who is bullied finds a friend who appreciates her for who she is.
Side Effects
What’s the wrong and right way to reach out to someone who is struggling? This film uses humor to show the viewer how to support a friend or peer.
Monsters of Mental Health
A youth experiences anxiety, personified as a monster, but seeks therapy with a friend’s help. More youth join to share their own diagnosis and the message, “you are not alone.”
Where Did My Braids Go
When a girl stops pursuing her passion for writing, her friends notice this change in behavior and provide support. “In this project we learned how to cope with mental health and how to help a friend in need. We also learned how to take action and speak about mental health.”
Unmask Your Feelings
Encourages teens to “unmask” their feelings when dealing with mental health issues and the effects of social media.
It Repeats
A film that shows the warning signs of suicide in a student and directs the viewer to get help if they notice these signs.
Small Signs
This film encourages the viewer to ask the direct question “Are you thinking of suicide?” The filmmakers shared, “Our film recognizes that seeing a sign doesn’t always indicate thoughts of suicide. However, it encourages people to reach out regardless.”
The Passion in My Life
“Our film is about a boy who has a mental health challenge and gets support from a friend and a trusted adult,” the filmmakers shared.