BrainStorm the Film

If you are on the #bipolarspectrum — there is hope! Hear from Dr. Gabriel R. Fries, a professor of psychiatry and researcher at UT Health, and one of our medical experts in BrainStorm the Film. Stay tuned for more from Dr. Fries explaining his research and how it can improve life for those managing #bipolar. Thank you so much Dr. Fries for your expertise! #documentary #mentalhealth #bipolar2 #bipolaradvice #BrainStormtheFilm Sara Schley Bonnie Waltch

Today had the greatest honor to meet up with Sara Schley Bonnie Waltch for the upcoming film Brainstorm about Bipolar Disorder. Discussed our research team's efforts University of Illinois Chicago to build the science that could one day turn our smartphones into an early alarm system. But most amazingly I had a chance to illustrate how the idea came about through a personal connection with the piano. Thank you both today for the amazing experience. We really appreciate it🥹🥹

Honored to have Sara’s book, the inspiration for BrainStorm the Film, in this book giveaway with CREST Bipolar Disorder Network! See their post for instructions to enter the giveaway. 5 copies of BrainStorm will be sent anywhere in the world! 📚🌎

Excited to share our 10-minute "sneak peek" preview of the BrainStorm documentary, currently in production! https://lnkd.in/gZnjh3MQ

Inspired by Dr Devika Bhushan!

More from Dr. Devika Bhushan, MD., one of our main documentary characters, on her lived experience with #bipolar. Through BrainStorm we aim to break the stigma, open the conversation about the #bipolarspectrum, and highlight the accomplishments of those managing it. Dr. Bhushan is a pediatrician, public health leader, and writer on a mission to drive health innovation, equity, and resilience! Thank you Dr. Bhushan for sharing your experience and expertise with #BrainStormtheFilm, which comes out in 2025. Head to https://lnkd.in/e3x3JTjC or @BrainstormtheFilm on Instagram for more information. #bipolar #bipolarspectrum #documentary #mentalhealth #worldbipolarday #reels Sara Schley Bonnie Waltch

Major General Gregg F. Martin, one of the main characters in our documentary, speaks about being on the #bipolarspectrum in the U.S. Army. The BrainStorm film tells the story of his diagnosis while building a career and eventual triumph! Thank you Gregg for helping us end the stigma, maximize healing, and save lives for al those on the #bipolarspectrum. Our film comes out in 2025. Head to https://lnkd.in/e3x3JTjC or @Brainstormthefilm on Instagram to learn more. #documentary #mentalhealth #interview #video

We've begun posting previews of our documentary on social media! With BrainStorm, we aim to save lives, end the stigma and maximize healing for all those on the #bipolarspectrum. HERE is a sneak peak with one of our main characters Devika Bhushan, MD! 🎬 Our film explores Dr. Bhushan's symptoms, diagnosis story and eventual triumph with #bipolar while cultivating an amazing career in medicine and public health. Dr. Bhushan is a pediatrician, public health leader, and writer, and we're thrilled to have her experience and perspective in #BrainStormtheFilm. Please head to our Instagram (@brainstormthefilm) and Facebook for more interview previews with Dr. Bhushan, as well as other main characters Sara Schley, Major General Gregg F. Martin, and coming soon, Molly Kawahata! The more people share their struggles and triumphs while managing #bipolar, the more the can #endthestigma and increase resources.

Please join us for a special fundraiser on March 20th at 7pm at Hummingbird Books, featuring a preview of BrainStorm the Film and a brief reading from Sara Schley's memoir BrainStorm. We’re also thrilled to host a Q&A with director/producer Bonnie Waltch, author/producer Sara Schley, and two of our stellar film characters: Gregg F. Martin, and Dr. Andy Nierenberg, Director of the Dauten Family Center for Bipolar Treatment Innovation and a global expert on bipolarity in all its forms. Please register HERE to attend in person in Chesnut Hill, MA, or virtually on Zoom! In person registration: https://lnkd.in/et4tcrkY Zoom registration: https://lnkd.in/ejZs9KCw

I'm thrilled to share that Brainstorm — a documentary that will inspire and educate audiences on the bipolar spectrum — has started filming! As many of you know, Brainstorm combines cutting-edge science and innovation with personal narratives for a groundbreaking portrayal of life on the bipolar spectrum. Check out BTS exclusives from last week's shoot in Houston, where I had the chance to reflect on my journey. We can't wait to share this film with you in 2025! In the meantime, head to brainstormthefilm.com to learn more. Bonnie Waltch Sara Schley Melanie Wallace Gregg F. Martin Andrea B. Vassilev, Psy.D. Molly Kawahata BrainStorm the Film