Kamehameha Schools Hawaii campus and Malama Ola, a KS division focused on student health, safety and well-being, invite the community to a free screening of the documentary Angst: Raising Awareness Around Anxiety at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 16, in the William Charles Lunalilo Center on the KS Hawaii campus in Keaau.
Kamehameha Schools Hawaii campus and Malama Ola, a KS division focused on student health, safety and well-being, invite the community to a free screening of the documentary “Angst: Raising Awareness Around Anxiety” at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 16, in the William Charles Lunalilo Center on the KS Hawaii campus in Keaau.
Doors open at 6 p.m.
Those interested in attending are asked to register at https://tinyurl.com/AngstKS2019.
The film features candid interviews with children and young adults discussing their anxiety and its impact on their lives, along with a special interview with Olympian Michael Phelps. The documentary includes discussions with mental health experts about the causes of anxiety, its sociological effects and resources and tools.
“The safety and well-being of our students is our top priority,” said Dr. Kenneth Fink, director of Malama Ola.
“The screening of this documentary is an opportunity to share with haumana, ohana, kumu and the community valuable information on awareness and prevention.”
Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health concern in children and adolescents.
The National Institute of Mental Health estimates that by the age of 18, 1 in 3 children will have met the criteria for an anxiety disorder. While anxiety disorders are highly treatable, only one-third of those experiencing anxiety receive treatment.
The purpose of the community screening is to educate students, staff and families about this important topic. Parents are encouraged to attend with children ages 10 and older.
For more information or to see a trailer for the film, visit angstmovie.com.
