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UclaSemelFriends @uclasemelfriend.bsky.social · 13d

Honored to present "Brainstorm: From Broken to Blessed on the Bipolar Spectrum" the new documentary by Sara Schley and Bonnie Walsh, based on Sara’s memoir “Brainstorm” with Terri Cheney, Michael Gitlin, MD Distinguished Prof Clinical Psychiatry and Director of the Mood Disorders Clinic at UCLA

UclaSemelFriends @uclasemelfriend.bsky.social · 19d

Open Mind program “The Science of Revenge" featuring James Kimmel, Jr., JD, a distinguished author and Yale violence researcher and Psychiatry Professor, alongside Aliza Luft, PhD, an Assistant Professor of Sociology at UCLA.

Thursday, 11/6
5-6pm PT

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UclaSemelFriends @uclasemelfriend.bsky.social · Sep 26

Join us on Wednesday October 8th 5pm PT for a virtual Open Mind program on Addiction with ESPN reporter Lauren Sisler, author of “Shatterproof” and Tim Fong, MD, Addiction Psychiatrist at UCLA. Register www.friendsofsemelinstitute.org/events-reser...

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UclaSemelFriends @uclasemelfriend.bsky.social · Sep 26

Join us on Wednesday October 8th 5pm PT for a virtual Open Mind program on Addiction with ESPN reporter Lauren Sisler, author of “Shatterproof” and Tim Fong, MD, Addiction Psychiatrist at UCLA. Register www.friendsofsemelinstitute.org/events-reser...

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UclaSemelFriends @uclasemelfriend.bsky.social · Sep 14

Join us 9/17 5pm PT for a virtual Open Mind program on Addiction featuring Owen Flanagan, the author of "What is it like to be an Addict - Understanding Substance Abuse". Larissa Mooney, MD UCLA Addiction psychiatrist will join in discussion
Register www.friendsofsemelinstitute.org/events-reser...

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UclaSemelFriends @uclasemelfriend.bsky.social · Sep 8

Thursday September 11th 5pm PT. Don’t miss this film and discussion that animates the inner workings of memory, trauma, and healing-bridging breakthroughs in neuroscience with the emotional depth of lived experience.
Register now at lnkd.in/gUvUniC

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UclaSemelFriends @uclasemelfriend.bsky.social · Aug 28

Join us Wed, Sept 17th 5-6pm PT for a thought-provoking discussion on understanding substance abuse. Owen Flanagan, renowned philosopher specializing in mind, consciousness, & ethics, will be joined by Larissa Mooney, MD, Dir of Addiction Psychiatry at UCLA.

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UclaSemelFriends @uclasemelfriend.bsky.social · Jul 24

Join us for the Songwriters Apothecary Lab on 7/25 & 8/1
7 pm! The brainchild of 5 time Grammy winner Esperanza Spaulding, this is a chance to hear, discuss, and offer feedback on new music that addresses the issues of wellbeing. Free Reserve your place now at lnkd.in/gz5W74hp

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UclaSemelFriends @uclasemelfriend.bsky.social · May 22

Calling all parents! Join us for an insightful discussion on "Raising Calm Kids in a World of Worry" featuring authors Ashley Garber, LMFT, Maria Evans, LMFT. & Benjamin Schneider, MD

🗓️ Wednesday, 6/4 June 5pm PT

🌐 Virtual event

Secure your spot at the event by visiting:
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UclaSemelFriends @uclasemelfriend.bsky.social · May 13

Thursday May 15th 5pm PT

Dr. Blaise Aguirre, author of "I Hate Myself: Overcome Self-Hatred and Realize Why You're Wrong About You” In conversation with Dr. Robin Kissell, Assoc Prof of Psychiatry UCLA

Reserve your spot now at lnkd.in/gkmV7xwz

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UclaSemelFriends @uclasemelfriend.bsky.social · May 13

Exciting opportunity for high school students in the LA area interested in mental health & neuroscience. Applications are now open for the Fall 2025-Spring 2026 cohort of the Teen Advisory Council of UCLA's Friends of the Semel Institute. 9-11th grade students eligible.

Apply now: lnkd.in/gx8KcP

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UclaSemelFriends @uclasemelfriend.bsky.social · May 2

Teen Suicide: A Crisis Captured in Film | Psychology Today www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-...

Teen Suicide: A Crisis Captured in Film

Personal Perspective: Short films by high-school students draw attention to teens' mental health challenges and the value of art in telling difficult and important stories.

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UclaSemelFriends @uclasemelfriend.bsky.social · Apr 28

Join us on Thursday 5/1 5pm PT for a free virtual program with Debra Whitman, PhD, author of “The Second Fifty”and Helen Lavretsky, MD, Professor In-Residence and geriatric psychiatrist at UCLA

www.friendsofsemelinstitute.org/events-reser...

UclaSemelFriends @uclasemelfriend.bsky.social · Apr 14

Life is sweet!

Come walk the red carpet at the 5th annual Open Mind Film Festival!

James Bridges Theater at UCLA
Sunday, April 27th from 1-2:30 PM

Admission is free for this in-person event.

Register now to secure your spot and support these young artists:

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UclaSemelFriends @uclasemelfriend.bsky.social · Apr 11

Open Mind Film Festival at UCLA. Talented high school students from across the country share their stories about mental health. Meet the next generation of filmmakers!
Sunday April 27
1-2:30 PM
James Bridges Theater at UCLA
Reserve now at www.eventbrite.com/e/open-mind-...

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UclaSemelFriends @uclasemelfriend.bsky.social · Apr 10

“Just a Joke", a film by Natalie Yerelekian, will be screened at the Open Mind Film Festival at UCLA. The film delves into the dilemma of a teenage girl facing the tough choice of breaking a promise to her best friend to possibly save her life.

Sunday, 4/27
1- 2:30 PM
UCLA
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UclaSemelFriends @uclasemelfriend.bsky.social · Apr 9

Thank you to Dr. Thomas E. Brown, author of “Social Anxiety: Hidden Fears and Shame in Teens and Adults,” and Dr. Elizabeth Laugeson, Clinical Prof in the Depart of Psychiatry & Biobehavioral Sciences for joining Dr. Brown for an enlightening discussion.

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UclaSemelFriends @uclasemelfriend.bsky.social · Apr 8

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UclaSemelFriends @uclasemelfriend.bsky.social · Apr 7

Join us for the Open Mind Film Festival at UCLA to see evocative films by high school filmmakers from around the country about mental health. “Feeling Good” is a film by Tomas Officer about drugs and addiction
🗓️ Sunday April 27th
⏰1pm-2:30pm
Reserve www.eventbrite.com/e/open-mind-...

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UclaSemelFriends @uclasemelfriend.bsky.social · Apr 1

Join us at the Open Mind Film Festival at UCLA! Experience the powerful narratives of high school filmmakers from around the nation that shed light on mental health issues

🗓️Date: Sunday, April 27th
🕐 Time: 1pm
📍 Location: James Bridges Theater at UCLA
🎟️ Admission: Free. Scan the barcode to register

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UclaSemelFriends @uclasemelfriend.bsky.social · Mar 25

🎥 Calling all high school filmmakers! 🎬

Time is running out to submit your films for the prestigious Open Mind Film Festival at UCLA. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to showcase your talent and creativity!

Just 2 days left! Submit your films now at:
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UclaSemelFriends @uclasemelfriend.bsky.social · Mar 20

Thomas E. Brown, PhD, author of the new book "Social Anxiety - Hidden Fears and Shame in Teens and Adults" will explore the topic of social anxiety with Elizabeth Laugeson, PsyD UCLA Professor & author of "The Science of Making Friends"

Tuesday, April 8, 2025
🕔 5PM - 6 PM PT
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UclaSemelFriends @uclasemelfriend.bsky.social · Mar 10

Excited to host Drew Ramsey, MD, a renowned author and Nutritional Psychiatrist, as he discusses his latest book, "Healing the Modern Brain."with Arpana Church, PhD, Assoc Prof & Co-Director Goodman Luskin Microbiome Center.

📅 Wed March 19th
🕔 5pm-6pm PDT

Secure your spot at:
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UclaSemelFriends @uclasemelfriend.bsky.social · Mar 14

Meet Karen Safaryan, Ph.D., the esteemed recipient of the Friends of Semel Research Award for 2025-2027. As a Project Scientist at UCLA's Department of Neurology, Dr. Safaryan immerses himself in the intricate realm of adaptive decision-making and cognitive flexibility within dynamic environment

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UclaSemelFriends @uclasemelfriend.bsky.social · Mar 13

If you missed this fascinating discussion about “False” with Dr. Joe Pierre and Dr. Aliana Burns, you can watch it here www.friendsofsemelinstitute.org/pastevents/f...

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