Louis Theroux - A Different Brain, BBC (2016)

[Skulls]

I recently became aware of this tv programme and, whilst far from being a fan of LT, the documentary is a sensitive look at survivors’ experiences and those of their families. It shows the benefits and drawbacks of residential rehab.

To watch via iPlayer: bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/b...

[cat3]

Quite gut wrenching seeing the frustrations and powerlessness of both survivors and loved ones. And the courage.....

Much food for thought ; thanks Skulls. x

[tunas]

I stopped watching half way through, I found it a bit depressing unfortunately.

[paxo05]

I think I tried watching that once. My partner says she cried through it, myself it was to close to home to watch.

[Pairofboots]

It was the second time I have seen this, I think. You are right in that he didn't sensationalise it, and was sensitive. It covered so difficult areas from the lad that wasn't held criminally responsible, and suicide, and different perspectives from carer's and survivors. It just scratched the surface, I am sure a whole series couldn't really cover the topic. We probably know more about stars and the universe than the brain.

[Dogsabighelp]

i watched it.i am a fan of l/t he has covered many topics and a great journalist.i loved his story on kkk and scientologists.did you know(i didnt)tom cruise,kirsty alley,john travolta are members there are more many.mindblowing to think of a rational,but there you go.i dont think there was any time he abused his remit and i like his balls/committment go louisxx