This video describes the feelings of people, who struggle with Bipolar Disorder.
In the first weeks, feeling depressed, and in the following weeks, feeling abnormally euphoric – it's an emotional roller coaster. Bipolar Disorder can often be stigmatized or misdiagnosed. So, what causes bipolar disorder? What is bipolar disorder specifically, and how can it be treated?
Storytelling is vital in making Bipolar Disorder more relatable. Crafting a narrative humanizes the condition, providing insight into its nuances, moreover when dealing with various personal stories. This approach engages the audience emotionally, fostering empathy beyond statistics or clinical descriptions. Through storytelling, the cyclical nature of Bipolar Disorder becomes apparent, offering a dynamic perspective.
The manic phase is symbolized by vibrant tones that depict heightened energy and confidence. A visually stimulating representation is created by using vivid blues, yellows, and oranges.
On the other hand, the depressive phase is represented by dark, greyscale tones that convey profound despair.
Visual diagrams and symbols are crucial in explaining the science of Bipolar Disorder. They illustrate the oscillation between manic highs & depressive lows using dynamic graphs and symbolic imagery.The organic graph differentiates between Bipolar-1, Bipolar-2, and Cyclothymia. When explaining causes, interconnected brain structures and genetic compositions are visually represented by simple shapes. This creative fusion of imagery and scientific concepts enhances accessibility, making the complex science behind Bipolar Disorder more engaging and understandable.
Long Huy Dao – Director, Animation, Illustration
Hans Könnecke – Guitar, Piano, Synthesizer
Pauline Karuga – Violin
Steve Wühr – Sound Design