Film Psychology
Psychology Behind: The Perks of Being a Wallflower
Dissociative amnesia revealed through Perks of Being a Wallflower.
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Psychology Through Creative Arts
Welcome to FilmPsych
Exploring the intricate psychology behind books, films, movies, art pieces, and more
At FilmPsych, we delve deeply into the intricate relationship between psychology and the arts. Our exploration covers the spectrum of cinematic masterpieces, literary works, and artistic expressions, dissecting their impact on the human psyche.
What We Offer
Deep Analysis
In-depth psychological analysis of creative works and their impact on the human mind.
Mental Health Awareness
Raising awareness about psychological disorders through creative mediums and art.
Community Impact
Building understanding and empathy through our partnerships and workshops.
Our Mission
In our blogs, we aim to raise awareness about psychological disorders through creative mediums such as animations, short films, and art. Our primary goal is to destigmatize mental health issues and promote understanding and empathy.
About FilmPsych
Understanding psychology through the lens of creative arts
Our Vision
Welcome to FilmPsych, your go-to space for exploring the intricate psychology behind books, films, movies, art pieces, and more. At FilmPsych, we delve into the depths of creative works to uncover the psychological themes, theories, and insights that lie beneath the surface.
Our Approach
Join us as we analyze narratives and concepts, unearthing psychological themes that resonate within each medium. Our exploration covers the spectrum of cinematic masterpieces, literary works, and artistic expressions, dissecting their impact on the human psyche.
Bridging psychology and creative arts
Board Members
Meet our leadership team driving FilmPsych's mission forward
Nancy Sun
President
Nancy combines her passion for psychology and creative storytelling in order to raise awareness about mental health. She aims to make psychological topics more engaging and accessible through films, art, and educational media. Nancy hopes to inspire empathy, curiosity, and open conversations about mental well-being among youth.
Iris Liu
Volunteer Coordinator
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Kiersten Oh
Volunteer Coordinator
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Aland Kim
Marketing Director
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Staff Volunteers
Our dedicated volunteer team making FilmPsych's vision a reality
Editorial Leads
Ladima Halder
Editorial Lead
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Aimee Pan
Editorial Lead
Aimee Pan is a car enthusiast and mom to a very erratic short-hair Siamese kitten. Whether it be spotting engine cats on the road or cats in her house, she'll never miss it.
Delisha Hasan
Editorial Lead
Delisha is passionate about exploring the connection between psychology and storytelling, particularly in interactive media, literature, and film. She enjoys writing, photography, and examining how artistic representations of mental health are presented. Outside of FilmPsych, Delisha plays the piano in her spare time and maintains a landscape photography account on Instagram.
Writers
Adeeba Arshad
Staff Writer
Adeeba Arshad, writing under the pen name theplatonicwitch, explores the intersections of philosophy, poetry, and emotion in her work. Her debut book, With a Cup of Chai: A Glimpse into My Mind, has been recognized on Amazon. With a background in psychology, Adeeba's writing reflects her ongoing exploration of love, memory, and self-discovery. She is drawn to themes that challenge and inspire, always seeking deeper meaning in the everyday. Her work offers a quiet, introspective space for readers to pause and reflect on their own experiences.
Iqra Bintey Tabassum
Staff Writer
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Nafisa Ahmed
Staff Writer
Nafisa is dedicated to empower and advocate through the art of different media forms. Her favorite hobbies include reading, painting and cooking. She is a big fan of k-dramas and indie music artists like Paris Paloma and Chase Atlantic.
Sofia Ericeira
Staff Writer
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Nainika Tumu
Staff Writer
Nainika is insanely passionate about both psychology and writing - such as blog articles and poetry. Exploring psychology through the lens of various art mediums is a treat for her, as she loves to overanalyze.
Candilla Stanly
Staff Writer
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Keya Shah
Staff Writer
Keya is a Fashion Business and Communication student. You will most likely find her curating Pinterest boards, reading fashion magazines, learning about art history, and drinking coffee 11 out of 10 times. "If I mention more of my interests, I could possibly write a book." Keya specialized in Consumer Psychology and Organisational Psychology and she aims to bring the concepts she learnt to her articles at FilmPsych.
Isabelle Quek
Staff Writer
Isabelle enjoys reading, watching Netflix and listening to music during her free time. Currently, she is reading 1984 by George Orwell. She also loves reading articles from local newspapers as well as The New York Times, or sometimes just listens to news on podcasts. She also loves watching different movies and TV series, is halfway through watching Brooklyn 99, and is rewatching Gilmore Girls. She listens to a wide range of music, from R&B to Kpop to classical music (when studying). Other hobbies include writing about things she loves, taking photos with her digicam, folding origami and cooking! When she grows up, she hopes to be a lawyer or a journalist.
Zuyan Muzzamil
Staff Writer
Zuyan enjoys reading, listening to music, researching about new innovations, and learning new languages. Her diverse interests and curiosity about the world bring a unique perspective to her writing at FilmPsych.
Trishalata (Trish) Shrivastava
Staff Writer
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Shreyas Jay
Staff Writer
Shreyas's interests outside of writing include photography, psychology, teaching, and making bouquets. She has a photography account on Instagram where she showcases her creative work.
Shareen Zubedi
Staff Writer
Shareen is passionate about psychology, writing, and literature. Her interests allow her to be a part of this organisation and explore psychological concepts in depth along with exploring mental health in art.
Graphic Designers
Lily Hoffman
Graphic Designer
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Artists
Jyothsna Setti
Staff Artist
Jyothsna's hobbies revolve around crafting, drawing, painting and other artistic activities. Her creative talents and artistic passion contribute to FilmPsych's visual storytelling.
Sochi Pham
Staff Artist
Sochi's love is art and drawing, especially admiring girls' beauty and flowers ( ꈍᴗꈍ). Her artistic passion and attention to beauty brings a unique aesthetic perspective to FilmPsych's visual content.
Tara Lee
Staff Artist
Drawing has always been a relaxing hobby for Tara, especially in game character design. In her free time, she also enjoys playing the cello and cutting her split ends. Her SSBU choice is indubitably Ike.
Sion (Jenny) Kim
Staff Artist
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Our Blogs
Exploring psychology through creative mediums
Film Psychology
Film Psychology
Psychology Behind: Heuristics In Heels, Confessions Of A Shopaholic
Exploring cognitive shortcuts and shopping behaviors through Confessions of a Shopaholic.
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Literary Psychology
Psychology Behind: The Metamorphosis
Exploring depersonalization disorder through Kafka's masterpiece.
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Art Psychology
Psychology Behind: Honor Killings
Understanding trauma and violence through artistic expression.
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Literary Psychology
Psychology Behind: White Nights
Exploring romantic idealization and emotional dependency through Dostoevsky's masterpiece.
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Film Psychology
Psychology Behind: A Silent Voice
An emotional dive into guilt, trauma, and the power of listening through the award-winning anime film.
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Film Psychology
Psychology Behind: The Noise
An inside look at the struggle with anorexia nervosa through film.
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TV Psychology
Psychology Behind: Monk
Understanding Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder through Adrian Monk's character.
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TV Psychology
Psychology Behind: Gilmore Girls
Examining the unhealthy parent-child dynamics and parentification in Stars Hollow.
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TV Psychology
Psychology Behind: Gossip Girl
Exploring identity diffusion through Serena van der Woodsen's character.
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War Film Psychology
Psychology Behind: Saving Private Ryan
PTSD and the emotional toll of war through Spielberg's masterpiece.
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Educational Film Psychology
Psychology Behind: Dead Poets Society
Exploring Freudian theory, conformity, and the struggle for individuality in education.
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Music Psychology
Psychology Behind: Manchild
Analyzing psychological themes in Sabrina Carpenter's feminist critique through music.
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Our Socials
Follow us on social media for news on board openings and new blog articles or animations
Our Partnerships
Collaborating to make a difference in mental health awareness
Global Partner
Global Youth Mission
We are partnered with NPO organization Global Youth Mission to spread our purpose to more people around the world!
Worldwide Reach
Youth Focus
Workshop Partner
Orangewood Foundation
We will be hosting mental health workshops with Orangewood Foundation to support youth in our community.
Workshops
Community Support
Competitions
Showcase your creativity and analytical skills in psychology through creative arts
Exciting Competitions Coming Soon!
We're currently developing an exciting series of competitions that will provide a platform for students, researchers, and enthusiasts to explore the fascinating intersection of psychology and creative arts. Stay tuned for announcements about upcoming contests featuring film analysis, literary critique, artistic expression, and more!
What's In Development
Coming Soon
Film Psychology Analysis Contest
We're developing an exciting competition where participants will analyze films through a psychological lens, exploring themes of mental health, character development, and psychological theories.
Launch Date: TBA
Prizes: TBA
Open to all ages
Coming Soon
Creative Art & Psychology Challenge
An upcoming artistic competition where creators will explore psychological concepts, mental health awareness, and emotional experiences through original artwork.
Launch Date: TBA
Prizes: TBA
Students & Professionals
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How to Stay Informed
- Follow our social media accounts for announcements
- Contact us to join our notification list
- Check back regularly for updates
- Subscribe to our newsletter (coming soon)
What to Expect
- Multiple competition categories
- Exciting prizes and recognition
- Expert judging panels
- Publication opportunities for winners
Our Publications
Explore FilmPsych's published works, from children's books to competition anthologies
Publishing Project In Development
FilmPsych is working on an exciting publishing initiative that will bring meaningful works bridging psychology and creative arts to readers of all ages. We're developing plans for educational children's books, competition anthologies, and research publications. Stay tuned for updates on our upcoming releases!
Children's Books (Coming Soon)
In Development
Educational Psychology Books for Kids
We're developing a series of beautifully illustrated children's books that will help young readers understand and navigate emotions, relationships, and psychological concepts through engaging stories and relatable characters.
Release Date: TBA
Ages 6-12
Series Planned
In Development
Mental Health Stories for Young Minds
A planned collection of gentle stories that will teach children about emotions, coping strategies, and mental health awareness through age-appropriate narratives and beautiful illustrations.
Release Date: TBA
Ages 4-10
Multiple Titles
Competition Anthologies (Coming Soon)
In Development
FilmPsych Competition Winner Collections
Once our competitions launch, we plan to publish comprehensive collections featuring the best essays, analyses, and creative works from our contests, showcasing diverse perspectives on psychology in creative arts.
Release Date: TBA
Contest Dependent
Annual Collections
In Development
Student Voices in Psychology & Arts
We're planning to create collections of outstanding student submissions exploring psychological themes in literature, film, and art, giving young voices a platform to share their insights.
Release Date: TBA
Student Focus
Regular Releases
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Get Notified
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Join Notification ListFuture Collaboration
Interested in contributing to our future publications? We'll be looking for writers, illustrators, and creative minds to join our projects.
Express InterestSuggest Ideas
Have ideas for books or publications that bridge psychology and creative arts? We'd love to hear your suggestions for future projects.
Share IdeasBecome a Volunteer
Be part of our mission to bridge psychology and creative arts
Available Positions
Staff Writer
Write insightful articles analyzing psychology in films, books, and other creative works. Share your expertise and help destigmatize mental health.
Strong writing skills
Psychology knowledge
Creative analysis
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Staff Artist
Create original artwork and illustrations that complement our written content and help visualize psychological concepts through art.
Artistic skills
Digital art experience
Creative vision
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Graphic Designer
Design engaging graphics, social media posts, and visual branding materials to enhance our digital presence and reach.
Design software proficiency
Brand consistency
Social media design
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Video Editor
Edit and produce engaging video content for our social media platforms, including TikToks and YouTube shorts about psychology.
Video editing skills
Social media knowledge
Creative storytelling
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Start a FilmPsych Chapter
Lead mental health awareness in your community
What is a FilmPsych Chapter?
Chapters are local student-led branches of FilmPsych that operate in schools or communities. Each chapter spreads awareness about psychology and mental health through blog writing, art workshops, fundraisers, and more. They follow our core mission but have the flexibility to organize their own events, recruit members, and run campaigns that fit their local audience.
Regional Coordinators
Regional Coordinators lead these chapters, serving as a liaison between chapters and the main team. They help with recruiting, onboarding, and checking in with chapters. This is a great leadership opportunity for students passionate about mental health, psychology, and creative media. You'll gain communication, management, and coordination skills.
Who We're Looking For
Students
Organized, reliable high school or college students who are passionate about making a difference in their communities.
Communication Skills
Good communication skills and the ability to work with diverse groups of people effectively.
Passion
Must be passionate about FilmPsych's mission of bridging psychology and creative arts for mental health awareness.
Leadership
Ready to take on leadership responsibilities and coordinate local initiatives in your area.
What You'll Do
As a chapter leader, you'll have the opportunity to:
- Organize blog writing workshops and creative arts sessions
- Plan and execute mental health awareness events
- Coordinate fundraising activities for mental health causes
- Recruit and onboard new chapter members
- Collaborate with the main FilmPsych team
- Develop leadership and project management skills
6-Week Internship Programs
Hands-on experience in psychology and creative arts
About Our Internship Programs
FilmPsych offers comprehensive 6-week internship programs designed to provide hands-on experience in the intersection of psychology and creative arts. Our internships combine practical learning with creative expression, allowing participants to develop professional skills while contributing to meaningful mental health awareness initiatives.
Available Tracks
Editorial Track
Focus on content creation, blog writing, and editorial processes in psychology communication.
- Blog writing and editing
- Content strategy development
- Research and fact-checking
- Psychology communication skills
Art Track
Combine artistic skills with psychological concepts to create meaningful visual content.
- Digital art and illustration
- Animation and motion graphics
- Visual storytelling techniques
- Art therapy concepts
Final Projects
At the end of your internship, you'll complete one of several final projects to showcase your skills:
Blog Creation
Research, write, and publish a comprehensive blog article analyzing psychology in creative media.
Artwork/Animation
Create original artwork or animation that explores psychological concepts and mental health themes.
Children's Book
Design and create an educational children's book that teaches psychology concepts in an age-appropriate way.
Research Project
Conduct research and create a literature review on a specific topic in psychology and creative arts.
Program Timeline
Our internship programs are starting this fall! Applications will be released soon.
Applications Coming Soon
What You'll Gain
- Professional experience in psychology communication and creative arts
- Portfolio pieces to showcase your skills
- Mentorship from experienced FilmPsych team members
- Certificate of completion for your internship
- Networking opportunities with professionals in the field
- Potential for continued involvement with FilmPsych
Stay Updated
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Location
Available Worldwide
Response Time
Within 24 hours
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