Back from Madness: The Struggle for Sanity

In part of the HBO's America Undercover series, this documentary provides an insider's view of mental illness, and the use of psychotropic drugs to alleviate some of its symptoms. Tracks the odyssey of four psychiatric patients, beginning with their arrival at Massachusetts General Hospital and the affiliated Lindemann Center, revealing their personal struggles and inner strength as they enter the world of psychiatric treatment to seek relief from insanity.

Release Date

September 17, 1996

Status

Released

Original Title

Back from Madness: The Struggle for Sanity

Runtime

54min

Budget

Revenue

Language

English

Production Companies

HBO Films