France Telecom is undergoing a major restructuring in which the goal is to cut billions of dollars in expenses. The process has led to an epidemic of suicide. Sheila MacVicar reports.
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In this emotionally-charged drama, Joan Crawford portrays a headstrong nurse who clashes with a crusading psychiatrist (Robert Stack) over the proper care and treatment of a mentally ill patient.
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Pennhurst, a school for the mentally ill and disabled, was closed in 1986 due to overcrowding and abuse of patients. The ruins have stood mostly untouched to
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This short documentary uncovers the place of mental illnesses, such as Bipolar Disorder, within modern religion and the Church of England. Showing the audience
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window into real lives, exploring ways to improve our social relationships, cope with emotional issues, and become more positive, resilient individuals. Hosted by Daniel Gilbert, Harvard psychologist and best-selling author of Stumbling on Happiness. Watch insightful videos, get help and more in...
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PBS' upcoming THIS EMOTIONAL LIFE and Blue Star Families co-sponsored a Veteran’s Day volunteer event hosted by ServiceNation with service members and volunteers stuffing care packages for military families. Blue Star Families' Claire Woodward; Bob Shumaker, featured in the show and former POW; ...
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Lier Mental Hospital -a photo documentary. Short story: From 1926 patients came from all over Norway to this hospital. Lobotomy, LSD, electroshock aswell as other dubious treatments where performed here. The patients wheren’t nesescarily ill WHEN they where admitted. About 30 years ago they clos...
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