“Seasons of Hope” shows that even when you feel like the world is moving too fast for you to keep up with, you can still find hope. The film is a reminder to slow down and take a breath and encourages mental health understanding and support.
“Look at You Now is a short film relating to looking at how much one can grow and change. It’s a reflection of someone’s mental health journey and how enlightening it is to see a positive change as opposed to giving up.”
“My video submission is based on the focus of how mental health may be hard to speak up about for some people. The focus is on what the end result may be for a person who builds up the courage to reach out for assistance against their mental health struggles.”
“This PSA is for the ‘Mental Health’ prompt. Our PSA follows a high school girl as she struggles with anxiety symptoms. Her friend notices and reaches out to help . The PSA attempts to help destigmatize mental health by showing both how common struggles with mental health are and how to reach out to those who are struggling.”
“My submission is about a video representing someone with mental health problems and how she feels it.”
Mental health comes in many colors, each with a different meaning and a different story. Told through the metaphor of mental health’s symbolic green ribbon, this entry aims to inspire young adults to reach out, break the stigma, and come together to face the challenges life throws at us.
“Beyond the Surface” takes a creative approach to telling the story of someone experiencing a mental health challenge and shares the message that no matter the circumstance you are going through regarding mental health, there is help available.
“To Reach Out” is about a student who is sad, distant, and lonely. Though he’s been isolating socially, he reaches out to explain his mental health struggles. When his friend responds, it helps him get support from a counselor.
A window into the thoughts of a youth experiencing overwhelming stress. After talking with a friend who says that it takes courage to get help, she sees a school counselor who helps her manage her stress.
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.”