Join EDS West Connect for a special local showing of Complicated, a powerful new documentary about Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) directed by Oscar-shortlisted filmmaker Andrew Abrahams and co-produced by advocate and TCAPP Board Member Donna Sullivan. This film gives voice to the often-overlooked challenges faced by families living with complex, invisible chronic illness, especially teenagers and young adults.
Featuring leading experts like Dr. Chopra, Dr. Maitland, and Dr. Liu, Complicated dives into the diagnostic struggles, medical trauma, racial and gender biases, and even wrongful child abuse allegations resulting in medical kidnapping that families in the EDS community endure. With raw personal stories and compassionate storytelling, this is the most comprehensive and accurate portrayal of EDS ever captured on screen.
Trigger Warning: The film includes sensitive topics such as medical gaslighting, trauma, and child abuse allegations.
Don’t miss this urgent and eye-opening film that aims to change the system, and let those affected know they are not alone.