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21) Addicted Teens
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Addicted Teens is a documentary series that takes an in-depth look at teen addiction. It provides a personal connection with addicts, abusers, families and those in recovery and talks about the risks of trying drugs, an honest look inside substance abuse and the steps towards recovery. Teens and real experts (recovering addicts) discuss their experiences with drug addiction and ex-addicts provide views of their daily battle with addictive behavior...
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Winner of the Audience Award for Best Documentary at the Los Angeles Film Festival, BE HERE NOW (THE ANDY WHITFIELD STORY) is a love story that follows actor Andy Whitfield, of Spartacus television fame, and his wife, Vashti, as they take on the most heroic role he's ever had to play: fighting a deadly disease. With matching 'Be Here Now' tattoos on their arms, they vow to go on a quest to heal Andy from a cancer diagnosis by embracing life rather...
23) Deej
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After spending his early years in foster care, without access to language, DJ Savarese (“Deej”) found not only a loving family but also a life in words, which he types on a text-to-voice synthesizer. As he dreams of college, he confronts the terrors of his past, society’s obstacles to inclusion and the often-paralyzing beauty of his own senses.In this first-of-its-kind collaboration between a veteran filmmaker and a nonspeaking autistic, Robert...
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Is it ever rational to choose death? On Independence Day at Stern Ranch, 77-year-old solar energy pioneer Bob Stern finds out he's seriously ill - possibly dying. Meanwhile, an elderly in-law is dying on artificial life support. Bob decides to cheat that fate and take his own life. His family tries to stop him. Bob sets up a video camera. Daughter Susan Stern (Barbie Nation) explores "rational suicide," the "right-to-die" and the difficult end-of-life...
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Separate the myths from facts about bereavement, explore the process of mourning and moving on and learn how to be supportive and supportable. Losing someone you love or something you care about can be very painful. There is no right way or wrong way to grieve; however, there are healthy ways to cope with pain as well as ways to help you move on. Grief is a natural response to the loss of a loved one, a divorce or break-up of a relationship, loss...
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How can we feel more positive in the moment? How can we relax and feel more comfortable? How can we express gratitude? A breathtaking visualization of nature's beauty and the precious uniqueness of the human heart. Presented is a life perspective and sensitive training that will reduce stress. Depression is more serious than sadness. If untreated, it can be a recurring disorder. Learning skills to manage stress will help you cope and become more resilient....
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Award Winning Short Film. Learn how the body and brain function, observe how we can dispel the stigma of mental health and see how your mental health impacts a community. This highly sensitive suicide prevention film contrasts how childhood experiences affect perspectives in adulthood. Learn the reasons for addictions, self-loathing and why we cannot get what we think we need while, at the same time, widen the context how we look at ourselves, others...
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Learn the power of positive thinking, compassion and gratitude. An inspiring short film on positive thinking, compassion and gratitude. It can be said that what we put in our mind at bedtime may well affect our attitude in the morning. The importance of a positive self-image can not be overstated. Thinking and acting in a positive manner, especially in time of trouble, will help you with coping, reduce stress, and may bring about a higher outcome....
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Learn the basic rules of the track, the importance of interesting people and how to contribute to peace. Metaphorically, life is like a journey on a train. Our parents and guardians taught us the rules of the tracks. Going through life, we all strive for connection and purpose. Much like the road signs on a highway, we sometimes need assurance we're going in the right direction. Choices abound as we pass the many stops. The longer the ride, the more...
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Learn the importance of walking, bike riding and the importance of an exercise program. No matter your age, it is sometimes challenging to begin an exercise program. Sometimes we need a helpful nudge. Here is your starting point. An outstanding program dealing with depression, coping with loss and acceptance of self. You'll benefit from the encouraging messages, beautiful imagery, soothing narratives and comforting music.
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Prof Tim Sharp believes that people’s eating issues are simply a symptom of their unhappiness and by using the techniques of positive psychology he can help anyone become happier. Because of this Tim believes he can help cure food and weight problems without focusing on food at all.Will this new approach really make any difference to 5 people who have struggled with overeating, under eating, comfort eating and picky eating for decades?.
33) Methadonia
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Methadonia is the borderland between high and straight, where recovering heroin addicts on methadone "maintenance" exist. Passing the time on benzos and other prescription drugs that enhance the methadone, addicts find themselves in Methadonia for years, or decades. Selected for the prestigious New York Film Festival and featured on HBO, this unflinching, intimate film reveals the culture of addiction through the eyes and lives of men and women stuck...
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Explore ways to move through depression, observe a visualization of a positive perspective and remind yourself that you are here for a reason. A sincere, touching, and reassuring film for anyone feeling overwhelmed, bullied, or severely depressed. Sadness is a normal reaction to stressful events. Depression is more serious than sadness. If untreated, it can be a recurring disorder. Learning skills to manage stress will help you cope and become more...
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Learn activities available to help you cope with depression, observe how much is waiting for you and see how fun and recreation can elevate your mood. A short film designed to show the vast amount of activities that are open to you when you choose. Processing problems is very important and so is interaction and exercise. An outstanding program dealing with depression, coping with loss and acceptance of self. You'll benefit from the encouraging...
36) Numerology
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Combine numbers with names and times of birth to gain insight into a person's or company's characteristics and the past, present and future influences which affect them. Understand how to calculate a numerological chart for relationships, business, personal and practical applications. With a detailed explanation of the major numbers used from one to thirty-three and a description of their number meanings. Learn about different styles of numerology...
37) Certain Proof
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With an introduction by Academy-Award winning actor, Chris Cooper, this feature-length documentary is about three children living with significant communication and physical disabilities struggling against the public schools in an emotional battle to prove their worth.. Over the course of two and a half years, CERTAIN PROOF follows the lives of Kayla, Josh and Colin, three children with cerebral palsy. Despite multiple disabilities, they fight to...
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A decade after the award-winning film about autism, Normal People Scare Me, Taylor Cross is at it again in this sequel documentary wherein he interviews former and new cast members and family about attitudes and first-person perspectives/experiences in autism today.. In the NORMAL PEOPLE SCARE ME TOO, Taylor asks such questions as “What’s hard for you?” “What are you really good at?” “What do you want educators, parents and others to know...
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Today’s teens are more exposed to illegal, prescription and over the counter drugs than ever before. Many teens are starting to see drug use as part of the normal teenage experience whether to escape, self-medicate, get instant gratification, or hide feelings of low self-esteem and lack of confidence. This program discusses the ways teens can resist pressure to try drugs, ways they can say “no” to their friends and the dangers and consequences...
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An urgent wake-up call about the national threat posed by Alzheimer's disease. Many know the unique tragedy of this disease, but few know that Alzheimer's is also a major and rapidly growing public health crisis. This high-profile PBS documentary powerfully illuminates the social consequences for America unless a medical breakthrough is discovered for this currently incurable disease.
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