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An Emptiness in My Heart: Coping with mental illness in a foreign land

A Dominican mother comes to Boston to establish a new life for her family, but becomes overwhelmed by the changes, both externally and internally. This is the story of her journey through mental illness in a foreign land, her struggle to reconnect with her family, finally getting the help she needed, and her urge to help other immigrants in a similar situation. About: This video is the part of series of short-form documentaries telling the stories of immigrant families affected by mental illness. The project is supported by the Rosalynn Carter Fellowship for Mental Health Journalism (http://www.cartercenter.org/news/pr/m... My goal in telling these stories accurately and emphatically, and by allowing viewers to see mental illness through the lenses of different immigrant cultures, is to reduce the stigma that is associated with it and to encourage diverse groups of viewers to seek effective treatment when needed for themselves or for their loved ones. (Please note: English Caption and Spanish Translation is available under "CC-Closed Captions" button) -Nick Ciorogan