[Content Warning]: Child sexual abuse, suicidal ideation, self-harm

Today, Jan is again joined by Holly & Dylan Crumpler, a mother-son team working to reduce stigma around Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID). Dylan created his award-winning senior thesis film, Petals of a Rose, at Chapman University to realistically depict life with DID, co-writing with his mother Holly, who was diagnosed in 2018. The film has gained international recognition and is used in clinical training, education, and therapy. Available in twelve languages, it recently earned them ISSTD's 2024 Media Award.

In part two, Holly & Dylan reflect on the support from family, the challenges of diagnosis and healing, and the impact of their film on audiences, particularly those living with Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID). The conversation emphasizes the need for awareness and understanding of trauma and its effects, as well as the responsibility of filmmakers to portray these experiences authentically. Holly and Dylan discuss the misrepresentation of (DID) in media and its harmful effects. They share their journey in creating a documentary aimed at raising awareness and providing accurate information about DID. The discussion emphasizes the importance of community engagement, the healing process, and the need for accurate representation in storytelling. They highlight the significance of being believed, seen, and heard in the healing journey, and the collaborative nature of recovery from trauma.

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If you or someone you know is experiencing emotional distress or suicidal ideation, please access the resources below:

National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call/Text 988
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National Alliance for Mental Illness: 1-800-950-6264

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