Module 2 Frankie and Alice Film Discussion

Each of the movies that are provided (please see film list on next page) portray a disorder that has been discussed in the last set of video lectures, as well as the textbook readings (Chapters 4-6).

For this discussion you will choose one of the movies that we have provided to view and share your feedback on.

Your initial post should specify what disorder was portrayed, the character displaying symptoms of this disorder and what symptoms you observed, how the disorder was depicted in the film, and whether you feel it was realistic or not, and why. Feel free to be creative and express your own opinions in a respectful and mindful manner.

After completing your own evaluation, please choose an evaluation to respond to that has been completed by a classmate of a film that portrays a disorder (different from the one you provided feedback on). It is best if you choose a film that you have seen, so that the feedback you provide has substance and meaning. Comment whether you agree with this student or not, and why. Please, remember to be mindful and courteous when sharing your opinions and feedback.

The following movies portray a disorder that has been discussed in the last set of video lectures, as well as the assigned textbook readings (Chapters 4-6). For this discussion you will choose one of the movies to view and write feedback on.

Film Selections

The following films are available for you to view online for free through the “Course Reserves” link on the left. Please note, these films will play in Google Chrome.

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder:

• The Aviator

http://digitalcampus.swankmp.net.ezproxy.lib.usf.edu/usf272137/watch?token=fa5af5df253482d1c62f417b13d8462cb9aae28cc2af2abe3e293770800be2b9 (Links to an external site.)

Dissociative Identity Disorder:

• Frankie & Alice (DID)

http://digitalcampus.swankmp.net.ezproxy.lib.usf.edu/usf272137/watch?token=8929ab01d867cc45510d41f9eb6e4176149913faaaf6e24acfdc181d4a3a82ac (Links to an external site.)

The following films are approved selections that you can rent or purchase on your own. Check http://www.canistream.it/ (Links to an external site.) to search where you can rent these films online (YouTube, Amazon, etc.).

Generalized Anxiety Disorder:

• The Village
• White Oleander

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder:

• As Good as it Gets
• Matchstick Men

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder:

• American Sniper
• Mystic River
• Frida (PTSD)

Dissociative Identity Disorder:

• Secret Window
• Psycho (1998)

Bipolar Disorder:

• American Hustle
• The Silver Linings Playbook