Psychiatrist as Patient: Caring for the Caregiver

The plot

Psychiatrist As Patient: Caring for the Caregiver is a riveting story that sheds light on one doctor's mental health journey from secrecy and sickness to health and hope. Dr. John Budin, an esteemed New York City psychiatrist, associate professor and hospital director, steps out of the mental health closet after thirty-five years in practice: "I am a treating psychiatrist and I am also a psychiatric patient because I have Bipolar Disorder. I am a caregiver and, finally now, a care receiver engaging my true self in this world."

Directed by Stephanie Choriatis

Starring John Budin, Scott Kalish, MD, Elaine Pasqua, Anne Marie Albano, PhD, Michael Pollock

USA

• Age Rating Rated R/Adult (17+)
• Running time 00:11:28 mins



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