Using the Art of Filmmaking for Lasting Mental HealthUsing the Art of Filmmaking for Lasting Mental Health
Mental Health News Radio
Join Parvinder and Kristin as they talk about her work as a doctor, an actress, and a filmmaker. Hear all about the impact all aspects of her career has on mental health. You will find The Secret Psychiatrist, Dr. Parvinder Shergill, on an...
32:42•31 Jul 2020
Filmmaking and Mental Health: An Artistic Approach
Episode Overview
- Filmmaking offers creative therapy options.
- Mental health challenges in ethnic communities.
- Dr. Shergill's career spans psychiatry and film.
- Importance of creativity in adolescent therapy.
- The intersection of art and mental health.
“"Patients don't want just tablets or to sit in a room with therapy. They need other options." - Dr. Parvinder Shergill”
In this episode of Mental Health News Radio, host Kristin Sunanta-Walker engages in an enlightening discussion with Dr. Parvinder Shergill, a multifaceted professional whose career spans psychiatry, filmmaking, acting, and more. Dr. Shergill shares her unique journey from initially aspiring to work in surgery and obstetrics to finding her passion in mental health and psychiatry. Her career path took a significant turn in 2014, leading her to work extensively with children and adolescents in the UK. Dr.
Shergill highlights the role of creativity in mental health therapy. Through her work as a filmmaker and actress, she has been able to integrate creative methods such as writing workshops, music, drama, and art into therapeutic practices. This approach offers patients, particularly adolescents, alternative ways to express themselves and cope with mental health issues beyond traditional therapy and medication. The conversation also delves into the challenges faced by ethnic communities regarding mental health awareness and acceptance. Dr.
Shergill notes the lack of representation in her field, particularly among British Indian female filmmakers and actresses, which inspired her to push boundaries in both the medical and creative industries. Kristin and Dr. Shergill discuss the importance of bridging the gap between mental health and the arts. Dr. Shergill emphasizes how films often depict characters dealing with anxiety or depression, which can resonate with audiences and foster a greater understanding and empathy toward mental health issues.
Her work in psychiatry and film aims to break down barriers and provide more holistic and accessible mental health care. Listeners are treated to an intimate and vulnerable conversation that showcases Dr. Shergill's dedication to her diverse roles and her commitment to advancing mental health awareness through innovative means. As the episode concludes, Kristin expresses gratitude for Dr. Shergill's insights and encourages listeners to explore creative therapies as part of their mental health journey.
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