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Anna Has Had Separation Anxiety Since Her Parents Divorced
“It broke my heart. I just felt like it was my fault.” At a young age Anna’s parents divorced and Anna still struggles with separation #anxiety from her mother. “I track her on my phone. I’ve just got to know where she is at all times.”
This four-part, eight hour series follows the journeys of more than 20 young Americans from all over the country and all walks of life, who have struggled with thoughts and feelings that have troubled—and, at times—overwhelmed them. Hiding in Plain Sight presents an unstinting look at both the seemingly insurmountable obstacles faced by those who live with mental disorders and the hope that many have found after that storm.
The film includes insights from families, providers, and advocates and explores the impact of childhood trauma, stigma, and social media. Curated segments of the film are available to support educators in their classrooms, for professional development, and for sparking conversation within the school community.
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