we invite: exhibition RESTLESS MINDS during f² Fotofestival
period
13.06. - 25.06.2025
opening
SU 15.06.2025, 11:00 
location
different e.V. | Humboldtstraße 47, 44137 Dortmund
AD(H)S is a well-known phenomenon, but women are often diagnosed late. While it is associated with hyperactivity in men, the symptoms in women usually manifest themselves more subtly, for example through inner restlessness or chronic excessive demands. The late diagnosis can have considerable consequences for self-image, career and social relationships.

The multimedia photography exhibition ‘RESTLESS MINDS’ by index.kollektiv e.V. is dedicated to AD(H)S in women in adulthood. In collaboration with ADHS Dortmund e.V., the works on display shed light on individual symptoms, adaptation strategies and social expectations.

The exhibition invites visitors to engage with the stories on display and to look at AD(H)S beyond the usual clichés. Photographs, texts and participatory elements combine documentation with personal experience and make the effects of AD(H)S in everyday life emotionally tangible. ‘RESTLESS MINDS’ challenges stereotypical perceptions and visualises the diversity of symptoms.
 
We are index.kollektiv e.V. - an association of six documentary photographers who are dedicated to social issues.
PHOTOGRAPHERS & CURATORS
Catharina Cerny 
Chayenne Freitag 
Oxana Guryanova 
Carmen Körner 
Cynthia Ruf 
Annelene Warnecke 


opening times 
13.06. – 15.06.: FR - SU 11:00 - 18:00 
19.06. – 25.06.: TH – WE 15:00 - 19:00 
TH 19.06.2025 (holiday) regulary open
free

SUPPORTING PROGRAMME 
SA 14.06.2025, 13:00


Symposium 
SA 21.06.2025, 16:00 
Open discussion with the psychological psychotherapist Ralf Jostes and the chairwoman of ADHS Dortmund e.V., Birte Frenzel.
The focus will be on the particular challenges and experiences of women with AD(H)S in adulthood. Ralf Jostes will contribute his expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD and autism in adults. Together with Birte Frenzel, he will shed light on different perspectives from practice, self-help and everyday life in an open exchange.



Finissage

WE 25.06.2025, 16:00 



project participants: 
Birte (Vorstand ADHS Dortmund e.V. & Projektteilnehmerin)
Maureen (Projektteilnehmerin) 
Cathrin (Projektteilnehmerin)



We are looking forward to see you! 


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"VOLUME 1" exhibition at Kulturort Depot Dortmund e.V. 

currently we are exhibiting our first show together as index.kollektiv 
Vernissage 16.05. 19h 
Guided Tour 26.05. 16h 
Finissage 01.06. 18h 

opening hours: 
Thursday & Friday 17-20h 
Saturdayz & Sunday 15-18h 

at Kulturort Depot Dortmund e.V. 
Immermannstraße 29 
44147 Dortmund

How has the identity of Russian immigrants in Europe changed? What are the advantages or disadvantages of a child growing up on a self-sustainable farm? What do mental illnesses have to do with art?
From 16 May to 1 June, we are exhibiting our work at Kulturort Depot Dortmund e.V. with the title "Volume 1". Our six photographic positions show a wide range and diversity of documentary works. They are focussed on people, examining how individual circumstances and the past influence how we think, feel and live today. What unites the exhibited work is the personal connection to the projects.

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