Type 2' is changing perceptions about bipolar disorder. It takes you deep into the world that so many people are affected by but a world that so few understand. The very strong message that 'Type 2' delivers so honestly is one that needs to be delivered, understood and heard. This message is understanding, and compliance with treatment and medication.
This play was Directed with amazing vision and sensitivity by veteran Director Eleanor Piotrowski, who has Directed such powerful shows as "The Vagina Monologues", and will reach the audience on a deep emotional level.
Technical Director Sergio Forest has developed a tech design that makes Type 2 a very easy and cost effective show to tour in most any space while giving a wonderful light and sound compliment to the story.
We are looking for sponsors to help this important show to continue touring or to be filmed for educational institutions so that we may further spread this vital message of awareness and understanding of this illness. Help us bring this show to your city.
Most of all, we want to assure anyone who suffers from bipolar disorder, that you are not alone.
Who is affected
•254 Million people affected worldwide
•1 in 200 people have Bipolar Disorder
•At any given time almost 3 million Canadians suffer from serious depression - CMHA Some Staggering Facts •Average age of onset: 23-25 •Average age of correct diagnosis: 40 •Average number of years it takes a bipolar person or their family to seek treatment from the onset of symptoms: 10yrs •This is the highest suicide rate of any psychiatric disorder and more than 20 times higher than the rate of suicide in the general population. About half of all suicides in the U.S. can be attributed to bipolar disorder. • Bipolar people who are not being treated at any given time: approximately 50% •Number one risk factor for relapse into a bipolar episode: Going off your meds. ** From numerous journals/articles, from The Bipolar Foundation, the DBSA, the National Institute of Mental Health THE IMPACT -Stigma attached to mental illness remains a worldwide problem affecting all cultures -The World Health Organization ranks Bipolar Disorder #6 of the causes of disability worldwide -On average untreated Bipolar patients cost their employer $10,000 a year in lost productivity
