Scrambled documents filmmaker Randi Cecchines attempt to unravel the complex physical and emotional realities of life with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, which affects up to 10 percent of all women. Symptoms of PCOS may include irregular periods, infertility, excess facial and body hair, skin problems, depression, obesity and an increased risk of infertility.
This 2-disc set is an indispensable and comprehensive guide to taking control of your life with PCOS. This important educational resource provides support and insight for women who have PCOS and the people who care for them. It will help you learn to manage PCOS and move past guilt, shame or embarrassment towards a feeling of well being and empowerment.
Disc 1
o 41-minute documentary following Randis journey through the complexities of life with PCOS from a sense of isolation to community and from confusion to knowledge. Scrambled weaves the filmmakers experiences together with stories of 11 other women and consultations with a range of medical practitioners to reveal the universal themes around healthcare, fertility, relationships, and the complex connections among body, heart and mind.
o Bonus: an additional hour of personal and honest interviews with other women.
Disc 2
o A comprehensive medical overview of PCOS- Dr. Geoffrey Redmond
o Diet and PCOS- Martha McKittrick
o Body Mind Psychotherapy- Karol Ward
o PCOS and Depression- Gail Lemair
o The Biochemistry of PCOS- Travis Johnson
o PCOS and Communication- Spencer and Deborah Ward
o Integrative Medicine- Dr. Milt Hammerly
o Naturopathy and Chinese Medicine- Dr. Robert J. Woodbine
The 41 minute video weaves the filmmaker’s experiences together with stories of 11 other women with PCOS and highlights consultations with various medical practitioners. It is an important educational resource for approaching our bodies without guilt, shame or embarrassment. It approaches the topic with a light and humorous touch and aims to appeal to all audiences.
I am currently producing a new 2 DVD set that will include the original film along with hours of additional, new interviews with medical practitioners and women with PCOS.
New interviews
*Martha McKittrick, RD on diet and PCOS
*Dr. Jeffrey Redmond with a comprehensive overview of PCOS and challenges in the medical establishment
*Dr. Robert Woodbine on naturopathy and Chinese Medicine
*Dr. Milt Hammerly on comprehensive medicine
*Gail Lemaire, PhD on Depression and PCOS