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Of Two Minds Sparknotes

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My review of Of Two Minds is a very positive one. Of Two Minds is an immensely moving documentary that examines the lives of people with bipolar disorder also known as manic depression. The audience gains a unique understanding of the disorder by viewing the lives of persons who are impacted by this difficult and sometimes misdiagnosed ailment throughout the course of the movie. By showing the contrast between manic and depressive episodes and their considerable effects on the lives of people with bipolar illness, the movie clarifies the extreme manic-depressive dichotomy. The problem of medicine and how some individuals can benefit from it while others may not is one of the major issues covered in the documentary. This is a crucial subject since, for persons with bipolar illness, medication is frequently seen as the primary line of treatment. Several people who have tried various drugs with different effects are portrayed in the movie and are shown as all having very different relationships with their medication. Some stated that the medicine made them lose creativity and made life dull while others stated it only made them happier. This emphasizes the intricacy of the problem and the demand for customized therapies that take into consideration the unique symptoms and requirements of each patient. One source from outside of the film stated …show more content…

Discrimination and stigma may come from this, which may significantly affect the person's capacity to maintain a job and lead a full life. The absence of resources for those with bipolar disorder is also highlighted in the movie, along with the necessity of raising awareness and financing for mental health

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