Is My Kid Crazy? Young, Scared and Dealing with Mental Health (Health Documentary)
Synopsis
Twelve-year-old David describes his experience with bipolar disorder, sharing how fear and anger have shaped his childhood and family life.
Synopsis
David, a 12-year-old boy, shares his experience living with bipolar disorder. He describes moments of fear, including hiding in an attic as a child. The film features several young people, including those with anxiety and schizophrenia, as they navigate their mental health challenges. Their stories are interwoven with those of parents, like David's adoptive parent, who discusses the difficulties of raising children with special needs. The director also reflects on his own struggles with rapid cycling bipolar disorder, adding depth to the narrative.
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Why Watch
- Meet David, a 12-year-old navigating bipolar disorder.
- Find out how early signs of mental illness manifest in children.
- See the impact of parenting on families with special needs.
Did You Know
- David is 12 years old and has Rapid Cycling bipolar disorder.
- David's parent has fostered hundreds of children over the years.
- David experienced significant emotional issues as early as four years old.
- David's parent made a verbal commitment to support him through the foster care system until age 19.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What mental health condition does David have?
David has Rapid Cycling bipolar disorder.
At what age did David's mental health issues become evident?
David's mental health issues became evident by the time he was eight years old.
How many children does the adoptive parent currently have?
The adoptive parent is currently parenting six children, four of whom have special needs.
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