Black Swan (2010)
Content Area
Rating
R
Length
1hr 48min
Movie Story Line
A psychological horror film of a professional ballerina, pushed by her narcissistic mother, to achieve a perfect performance of Swan Lake.
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Teaching Idea #1

Psychosis
Define "psychosis" and describe some of the experiences, such as hallucinations, that may occur when a person loses touch with reality. What are some triggers, other than schizophrenia, that may induce a psychotic episode? What treatments are available for psychosis?

Teaching Idea #2

Narcissism
Define "narcissism". What is the difference between a healthy self-esteem and a narcissistic personality?