Mysteries of Mental Illness

Mysteries of Mental Illness | Preview

Preview | 32s

Mysteries of Mental Illness, airing on PBS in June 2021, explores the story of mental illness in science and society. The four-part series traces the evolution of this complex topic from its earliest days to present times. It explores dramatic attempts across generations to unravel the mysteries of mental illness and gives voice to contemporary Americans across a spectrum of experiences.

Aired: 06/22/21 | Rating: NR

Funding for Mysteries of Mental Illness is provided by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, Johnson & Johnson, the American Psychiatric Association Foundation, and Draper, and through the support of PBS viewers.

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• Mysteries of Mental Illness | Preview

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• Dr. Igda Martinez | Decolonizing Mental Health

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• Dr. Hooman Keshavarzi | Decolonizing Mental Health

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• Rosalba Calleros & Alan Alfaro | Decolonizing Mental Health

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