Movie “Normal 17 Years Old.” Screening of “We Have ADHD” and a talk show with psychiatrist Sawa “Normal 17-Year-Old: We Have ADHD” Nagoya Screening Committee Press Release: September 30, 2025 The movie “Normal 17 Years Old.” Screening of “We Are ADHD” & Talk Show with Psychiatrist Sawa On Sunday, October 19th, in Nagoya, we will be holding an independent screening of a film on the theme of ADHD, as well as a talk show with psychiatrist Sawa, who has over 100,000 YouTube subscribers and is also the mother of a developmentally unique child who refuses to attend school.
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insufficient, leading to children and their families struggling with the term “normal,” leading to isolation. This event was planned with the hope of changing this situation, even if only a little. The film “Normal 17 Years Old” (Normal 17) “We Are ADHD” tells the story of a high school girl with ADHD who grows as she confronts her true self. After the screening, we will welcome psychiatrist Sawa to share the film and his expert words, providing an opportunity for the community to think together about what “normal” means. I myself experienced my child’s school refusal, and there was a time when I felt lonely and frustrated at home and convinced myself that it was my fault. That is why I want to provide peace of mind to parents and educators who are struggling with the same issues, letting them know that they are not alone, and to spread a society from here in Nagoya where children are respected for who they are. Event details Location Wink Aichi 11th floor (5-minute walk from Nagoya Station) Date and Time October 19, 2025 (Sunday) 13:30-16:30 Participation fee Screening Talk Show 3,500 yen Program 1. Watch a movie about developmental disorders together This is the story of two high school girls with ADHD who grow as they search for their true selves. As you watch, you’ll naturally empathize with the feelings of the children and their families, and gain insights from a variety of perspectives. 2. A talk show where you can find useful tips for everyday life Ms. Sawa, a psychiatrist who sees over 400 parents and children each month, is also the mother of a child with a unique developmental disorder who refuses to go to school. She will use the content of the film to share tips on how to interact with children that you can start using starting tomorrow. 3. Social time where you can feel safe sharing your feelings There will also be time set aside for you to talk about your impressions of the movie and ask questions. Sharing your feelings with like-minded people can help lighten your heart and relieve anxiety. How to participate • Pre-register at Peatix (Application link) • Participation capacity: around 100 people • Application deadline: October 18th (or close when capacity is reached) Movie “Normal 17: We Have ADHD”
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/170523/2/170523-2-f9039a631eb13b43c35c3467b9ce4304-3361×1723.png Movie “Normal 17 Years Old.” –We Are ADHD–” (C)2023-2025 HACHIEN. / TRUST FIELDING A gyaru high school girl with a flashy appearance and behavior. And a serious high school girl with good grades who attends a prestigious school. These two polar opposites share a common problem: ADHD. The film “Normal 17” does not depict what ADHD is, but rather depicts how those deemed to have ADHD and those around them are trapped within the framework of those words and symbols, and suffer from a lack of understanding. While many of us tend to believe we are living “normal” and “common sense,” this is a story of a spiritual journey that makes us reexamine whether the normal world we perceive is really normal. This sentiment is embodied in the title, “Normal.” Guest Profile: Psychiatrist Sawa
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/170523/2/170523-2-f1eea19449b3f295b0f54e99bac7011f-1179×1174.jpg Sawa Kawai, Director of Shiogamaguchi Kokoro Clinic (Nagoya City). Child psychiatrist, designated mental health physician, psychiatrist, and certified psychologist. Born in Mie Prefecture in 1984. Raised by a practicing physician father and a pharmacist mother, she graduated from Nanzan Junior and Senior High School for Girls and Fujita Health University School of Medicine. During her time as a staff physician, she worked with many patients, including those with alcoholism. As a single mother raising two developmentally unique daughters, she opened Shiogamaguchi Kokoro Clinic in 2021 after her eldest daughter stopped going to school and was diagnosed with a developmental disorder, wanting to “support parents and children with similar concerns.” She was inundated with appointments immediately after opening, and currently sees approximately 400 parents and children per month. She has treated over 50,000 patients to date. Many patients and their guardians have shed tears, saying, “Her words as a fellow mother were a lifesaver,” “I have hope for raising my children,” “I feel at ease when I meet with her,” and “She has given me the courage to live.” Her YouTube channel “Psychiatrist Sawa’s Prescription for Happiness” (with over 100,000 subscribers) and her daily morning audio broadcasts on Voicy have also been well-received, drawing support from a wide range of people who say, “Her words have made raising children and life easier.” Her books include the best-selling “What Children Really Think” (Nihon Jitsugyo Publishing) and she oversaw “Children’s Output Encyclopedia” (Sanctuary Publishing). https://amzn.asia/d/00qmq45b Her second book, “What ‘Developmentally Unique Children’ Think” (Nihon Jitsugyo Publishing), was published in August 2025.
https://amzn.asia/d/3izb20F Psychiatrist Sawa’s Prescription for Happiness https://www.youtube.com/@CocoroDr_Sawa [Sponsor] “Normal 17. We Have ADHD” Nagoya Screening Committee (Aoto/Amano) For more information about this release
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