Helen has it all—a beautiful daughter, a loving husband, a fullfilling career and a close circle of adoring friends. But when her world is broken down by depression, the very center of her being no longer seems to hold. Helen's profound love for her family which once kept them all so close together now seems to tear them apart. Amid the desperate battle for her life, her love and her sanity, Helen finds herself pulling away from her husband and seeking comfort in the company of a fierce yet fragile, enigmatic and troubled young woman—whose extraordinary spirit and devotion shines a flickering light into Helen's darkness.
People suffering depression is very well portrayed and ECT is shown as having a positive impact, which it can if medication is unsuccessful, however, if currently suffering from depression i would NOT recommend watching. Maybe friends and family to help them understand a little better, but no one truly understands unless you have been there...
Ashley Judd does a phenominal job in this role, and really defines the hardship one has while going through depression. Excellent movie for those families and friends who are trying to understand what one is going through. This is one of the first true insight I have come across. I highly recommend it.