Mentality | Mental Health Documentary

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This film tracks the evolution of mental health treatment through the stories of patients and professionals across the Great Lakes. Over their lifetimes, they have watched America’s mentality about psychiatric illness change and treatment options greatly improve. But in a society that leaves millions of people with mental illness untreated, on the streets, or in prison, how far have we really come since the days of the asylums?

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An explorative journey into the diverse world of mental health. Produced by psychologist Dr. Mukesh Lathia, this documentary aims to shed light on the experiences of individuals grappling with various mental illnesses, whilst advocating for the importance of professional help through therapy and medication in managing these conditions.

While we strongly endorse the use of medication as a crucial component in the treatment of many mental health conditions, we understand and respect that it may not be the most appropriate solution for everyone. Each individual's path to mental wellness is unique and should be treated as such.

We hope this film sparks conversation and reduces stigma surrounding mental health. We believe that understanding and compassion are the first steps towards change, and we invite you to join us in this pursuit.

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Directed & Edited by Garret Morgan
Written by Keith Schnabel
Produced by Mukesh Lathia
Featuring music by Wagner Koop

[mukeshlathia]

As a practicing psychiatrist and the producer of this film, I have always wanted to make a film on mental health educating the community about the stigma surrounding the mental illness and the intricacies of mental health system. Grateful to Garret Morgan for helping me realize this passion project.
It is truly heartwarming to get such insightful feedback from all of you.
Please share this film with your friends, your family, your community.
Thanks, everyone.

[kiralindholm]

I was diagnosed as bi-polar after the birth of my son. That was 24 years ago. I was broken and I couldn't fix myself. My husband left me, even though he knew I was seriously ill he left me alone with our son. I was put on medication which saved my life. I tried to kill myself twice. I gained a lot of weight due to the medication. My mother constantly reminded me of the weight. I felt I wasn't good enough for her because I was fat. My son turned out to be a true gentleman, he graduated from university this summer. I survived but it was a shit show and complete hell. My priority was my son, I stayed alive for him. To all of you out there...know that you are not alone❤️❤️❤️❤️

[nonamedrafter]

Whoever is feeling sad and empty inside or eny other bad feeling i hope your life gets better and you start feeling alive and at peace ❤

[HeavenBoundSaint]

Its nice to see the compassion of the Dr. He actually cares for his patients. Very rare these days.

[JRob]

At times I was afraid to tell people about my mental illness because I felt like nobody understood or cared

[damamae]

I'm a retired biology professor with lifelong depression that has (mostly) been successfully treated with medication and therapy, as well as lifestyle accommodations. In academic circles, mental illness is rarely acknowledged, and seen as a sign of weakness or lack of character. I'm grateful to have made it to 70 and to have had a full and adventurous life. Our country deserves so much better...

[shannonnicollechannel]

I have schizophrenia and disassociative identity disorder. I have been hospitalized endless times. It took a long time but, now that I'm in my later stages of life and beginning to come to terms with the fact that this is just the way life is for me. And trying to find a way to be happy in that. There is hope, for everyone!

[MrTurtluv]

I was diagnosed ten years ago with C-PTSD and BPD from extreme childhood neglect and several types of abuse, including prolonged sexual abuse- I was actually sold and abused in that way by my stepfather. I also have EDS. The comment from Noah, people just using the terms flippantly these days, it’s very hard to listen to.
My mother committed suicide a long time ago. I realize now she had a ton of problems…but it’s still hard to forgive her. Even to this day.
I’ve worked so hard to “keep sane” enough to take care of my children, maintain my marriage, to keep a good job. I worked so hard, in fact, that I repressed everything and pushed it down so far that I was 33 before I unexpectedly just broke down. The dam broke. It was bad.
I get the care I need because I’m still employed, and have double insurance coverage. Otherwise it wouldn’t be possible to afford all the cost involved.
And to think, whether you are born this way, or it’s caused by trauma like mine was, so many good people don’t get helped through no fault of their own.

[antoniagaines]

I’ve been sick since my teen years. I have psychosis. I was on disability for years. I went to school and today I’m healthier and more productive

[Bluesmusicno]

Medicine is free here in Scotland if I had to pay I'd be dead 💀 no one in a rich country should pay for vital medicines

[Thrubirdslookingglass]

Great documentary. Hit home in a lot of ways. We aren’t a problem, we’re people.

[garretemorgan]

It's wonderful to read everyone's unique perspectives here in the comments. Our goal was always to encourage conversation and seeing it happen here means a lot to us. To everyone - thank you. ❤️

[bipolarwanderer]

Kudos to the Psychiatrist! The way he's being real and respectful. 🎉

[stephaniegonsalves]

Feeling overwhelming dread, doomand imminent peril of unknown origin is absolutely terrifying.

[mcbeatsfof]

As a mental health Case Manager, this documentary reminded me of the important work I do in supporting others through their mental diagnosis. I forget to remind my clients that they are not their diagnosis. Thank you for the reminder! The stigma surrounding mental illness is real and I will continue the fight for change. This documentary is wonderful in making that change. Thank you! ❤

[Ryan-wdhn]

Normally I wait until the end of a video to comment, but I haven't say that the compassion and empathy displayed here are just so helpful. A must-watch for everyone!

[ragamuffinukes]

----My mother was diagnosed manic. I attempted suicide 5 times because of the lack of self-worth supported by mother's inability to communicate love & care for me. Her mental illness was swept under the carpet, ending up with the proverbial elephant in the living room that no one talked about but we all knew lived there. Through 37 yrs in AA recovery myself, having my reality validated was 1 of my prime issues, and still is today with 23 yrs intentional sobriety at the young age of 72... Living an active RECOVERY program, I am finally living comfortable living in my skin...

[olives]

diagnosed with mdd w anxious distress, ptsd and severe alcoholism. mental health is no joke. i’m praying for us all.

[taramoja]

Why did I cry off and on thru this whole film? Because I've been begging for help for far too long and can't get it. To those of you who are slipping through the cracks: I am so SO sorry 😞. You are not alone. I truly hope you find the help you need 🙏 ❤️.

[Notta_trick]

In Florida, I was discharged into the streets from 4 different crisis units with no transitional plan. One was a safe house clinical program for sex trafficking victims. Self Harming behaviors are very high among this population yet I was put back on the streets again with PTSD and BPD-avoidant types. I came to Saginaw to visit my son in July 2021 and I never left because I was finally able to get the services and transitional care that I needed here. I am deeply grateful to my support team from Community Mental Health Association. Thank you so much for all of your hard work and human compassion. You do make a difference. Thank you for being patient with me while I seek justice for my trafficking. Sex Trafficking, rape, deepfaked porn, revenge porn, nonconsensual porn is not something that you just get over and move on with your life. In today's world of AI this issue affects us all. A couple of articles that I have read about this issue are now saying what happened to me has happened to millions of women. Because of the scope of Sex Trafficking, it's even being referred to as a human rights violation.