An intimate view of schizophrenia

LOCH SHELDRAKE, NY — Mental health agencies from in and around Sullivan County are co-sponsoring the screening of a powerful documentary film entitled “Out of the Shadow” on Wednesday, October 19 at 6:30 p.m. in the Seelig Theatre at Sullivan County Community College. Directed, produced and photographed by Susan Smiley, this very personal documentary chronicles the filmmaker’s mother, Millie, and her family through Millie’s battle with schizophrenia and her subsequent trials within the public health system. The film illuminates a national plight through one family’s struggle and helps dispel the stigmas and misconceptions surrounding this harrowing illness. Following the screening will be a panel discussion and question and answer session. A light supper will be served.

Mike Fitzpatrick, Executive Director of the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill (NAMI) calls “Out of the Shadow” a “remarkable film about schizophrenia… emotionally powerful, showing that recovery is possible, while at the same time exposing flaws in our mental healthcare system.”

Registration is free, but space is limited.

For more information call 845/794-1029.