Light in the darkness : living well after traumaA hidden epidemic affects ten percent of the American population daily and for those it grasps, hope can seem like a distant dream. Light In The Darkness is a feature length documentary dedicated to illuminating an understanding of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). In a message of hope, the film provides an opportunity of support to so many who may be struggling through difficult mental health conditions, and by means of storytelling will offer a platform for education, discussion, and healing of one of the most common diagnoses in our country. By combining the expertise of neurologists, psychologists, and other experts with the experiences of survivors and their families, Light In The Darkness will reintroduce PTSD to the national conversation at a time when trauma and mental health are meant to take center stage. An estimated 7.8% of americans will experience Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) at some point in their lives. PTSD is a disorder where something major and traumatic happens, and after that major event, it creates a change in your life. Most people associate PTSD closely with military service; however, many experiences are capable of causing traumatic reactions through any individual. The symptoms from this occurrence causes ripples throughout a person's life.
