Half of Us:
A Campaign for Youth Mental Health
www.halfofus.com/
mtvU & The Jed Foundation go beyond
'March Madness,' Spring Break & the 5th anniversary of Iraq War, dedicating March's programming to college students' mental health.
Billy Corgan interview on the "Half of Us" special
In a feature directed by acclaimed filmmaker Joel Schumacher, The Smashing Pumpkins' lead singer opens up about how success and instant fame unleashed the permanent scars of childhood abuse, which he was raised to ignore. He also extols how accepting personal limitations and utilizing resources can help college students cope with depression and suicidal tendencies.
The programming includes a three-part video interview with Billy Corgan. To my knowledge, this is the first time he has so candidly spoken about his family, his father's drug issues, obsessive-compulsiveness, and even thoughts of suicide. This is a very powerful and revealing glimpse into his life, the life of the band, and what has driven the music to which we so strongly connect.
Watch it on mtvU or online here and read more about the project here.
It's really good stuff, just wish it was a little longer.
