FOR BREAKING NEWS VISIT www.queenscourier.com NOVEMBER 7, 2013 • THE QUEENS COURIER 39 Watch the Complete Series in November Episode 1 What Is Mental Illness? This is the first in a series of programs produced to encourage a better understanding of mental illness. Often using schizophrenia as an example, this program examines what we now know about the nature of mental illness. Leading experts discuss the possible biological, genetic and environmental causes of this disease, its impact, and the effectiveness of modern treatment. Watch Online http://www.qptv.org/mental Episode 2 Community Based Treatment The second part of the series visits Pride of Judea, an outpatient clinic in Douglaston Queens, to make a point about the shift in modern approaches to mental health care. Mental disorders no longer mean a life sentence in an institution. Today’s medications and therapies allow clients to benefit from the support of family and friends while remaining in their communities as they journey toward recovery. Thu., Nov. 7th at 3:00PM on TWC 79 & 1998/RCN 83/ FiOS 35 Fri., Nov. 8th at 10:30AM on TWC 34 & 1995/RCN 82/ FiOS 34 Sat., Nov. 9th at 7:30PM on TWC 34 & 1995/RCN 82/ FiOS 34 Sun., Nov. 10th at 12:00PM on TWC 79 & 1998/RCN 83/ FiOS 35 Mon., Nov. 11th at 3:30PM on TWC 56 & 1996/RCN 84/ FiOS 36 Tues., Nov. 12th at 10:30PM on TWC 56 & 1996/RCN 84/ FiOS 36 Episode 3 Skills For Life This episode follows two recovering patients at Creedmoor as they struggle with serious mental illness and prepare to transition back into their communities. Their efforts help them regain the self respect which results from doing productive work as they learn valuable skills while employed in the “Big Nosh” program. Wed., Nov. 13th at 11:00AM on TWC 56 & 1996/RCN 84/ FiOS 36 Thu., Nov. 14th at 2:30PM on TWC 57 & 1997/RCN 85/ FiOS 37 Fri., Nov. 15th at 4:30PM on TWC 56 & 1996/RCN 84/ FiOS 36 Sat., Nov. 16th at 11:30AM on TWC 57 & 1997/RCN 85/ FiOS 37 Sun., Nov. 17th at 3:30PM on TWC 79 & 1998/RCN 83/ FiOS 35 Mon., Nov. 18th at 1:30PM on TWC 34 & 1995/RCN 82/ FiOS 34 Episode 4 Journeys Occasionally mental illness results in unfortunate consequences. Journeys introduces us to several patients in varying stages of recovery from serious mental disorders. We also explore the unique Living Museum , an “asylum” for artists who have some unique stories and backgrounds. Dr. Janos Marton explains his thinking on how to combat the self-stigmatizing which often accompanies mental illness. Sun., Nov. 17th at 11:30PM on TWC 56 & 1996/RCN 84/ FiOS 36 Mon., Nov. 18th at 5:30PM on TWC 56 & 1996/RCN 84/ FiOS 36 Tues., Nov. 19th at 11:30PM on TWC 56 & 1996/RCN 84/ FiOS 36 Wed., Nov. 20th at 8:30PM on TWC 34 & 1995/RCN 82/ FiOS 34 Thu., Nov. 21st at 7:30PM on TWC 79 & 1998/RCN 83/ FiOS 35 Episode 5 Fri., Nov. 22nd at 4:30PM on TWC 56 & 1996/RCN 84/ FiOS 36 Transitions Transitions explains the processes which enable patients and clients to re-join their communities. Evaluation of their readiness is a team effort, and so is the creation of a plan for continued support, housing and medical care as they move toward independence. Programs such as those at Transitional Services of New York provide the scaffolding for their new lives. Erin, a previous patient, re-visits Creedmoor and reflects on her past, her present occupation as Peer Bridger to other patients, and the future after her recent marriage. Tues., Nov. 19th at 10:00AM on TWC 79 & 1998/RCN 83/ FiOS 35 Wed., Nov. 20th at 11:00AM on TWC 57 & 1997/RCN 85/ FiOS 37 Thu., Nov. 21st at 2:30PM on TWC 56 & 1996/RCN 84/ FiOS 36 Fri., Nov. 22nd at 10:00AM on TWC 57 & 1997/RCN 85/ FiOS 37 Sat., Nov. 23rd at 5:30PM on TWC 79 & 1998/RCN 83/ FiOS 35 Sun., Nov. 24th at 10:30AM on TWC 34 & 1995/RCN 82/ FiOS 34 Episode 6 Profiles Mental illness can strike anyone at any age. This program concerns itself with typical onsets and the related issues for various population groups. Young children may need help dealing with loss and grief. Pre-teens and teens today are at an increased risk of self-destructive behaviors. The extraordinary physical changes that occur as a woman brings a child into the world can also have an effect on mental well-being. Military personnel and others may suffer from post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The aging face possible dementia and depression but an older treatment, now improved, offers help. Mon., Nov. 25th at 11:00AM on TWC 56 & 1996/RCN 84/ FiOS 36 Tues., Nov. 26th at 1:00PM on TWC 79 & 1998/RCN 83/ FiOS 35 Wed., Nov. 27th at 8:30PM on TWC 56 & 1996/RCN 84/ FiOS 36 Thu., Nov. 28th at 5:30PM on TWC 56 & 1996/RCN 84/ FiOS 36 Fri., Nov. 29th at 12:30PM on TWC 79 & 1998/RCN 83/ FiOS 35 Sat., Nov. 30th at 7:00PM on TWC 34 & 1995/RCN 82/ FiOS 34 For more information contact Roslyn Nieves, Community Development Manager: (718) 886-8160 ext. 324 [email protected] qptv.org/mental 41-61 Kissena Boulevard, Suite 2077, Flushing, New York, 11355 FAX (718) 886-8168 | QPTV Information Line (718) 886-4880
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