Ride the Tiger - A Guide Through the Bipolar Brain is a one-hour documentary that tells the stories of individuals who have been diagnosed with bipolar disorder. Formerly known as manic-depressive disorder, bipolar disorder is a brain disorder that results in extreme fluctuations in mood, energy, and activity levels. The extremes in mood are referred to as manias and depressions. The film explores the disorder and current research that is underway to find better treatments for patients.
The film screening will be followed by a Q&A with the audience.
Q&A Moderators:
Melvin McInnis, M.D.
is the Thomas B. and Nancy Upjohn Woodworth Professor of Bipolar Disorder and Depression, Research Director of the Heinz C. Prechter Bipolar Research Program, and an Associate Director of the U-M Frances and Kenneth Eisenberg and Family Depression Center.
Stephanie Prechter
is a mental health advocate who has been involved with suicide prevention outreach on both a local and state level. She is a Michigan-based artist/photographer specializing in storytelling and collaboration in the arts and philanthropy.
This event is free and open to the public. No pre-registration is required.