Awareness in the Dark; Let's Get Mental

January. 20,2016

Rating：

5.5

Genre：

Documentary

Keywords：

Mental Health Advocacy

Trailer Synopsis Cast

Filmmaker Gentamu McKinney and medical professionals recall experiences with mental illness and provide insight into the unique mental health struggles faced by the black community.

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