What are your thoughts on the portrayal of mental health in movies and series

[SuttonCunningham]

What are your thoughts on the portrayal of mental health in movies and series

[DallasAdams]

Sure! Here are eight different takes on that topic:

[QuinnMcCarty]

"Honestly, I think it’s a mixed bag. Some movies really nail the struggles people face, while others just throw in a mental health issue for drama. It can be frustrating."

[IkerTang]

"I love when films and shows tackle mental health seriously. It helps break the stigma, but sometimes they get it all wrong and just perpetuate stereotypes."

[JohannaLim]

"I feel like there's been a big improvement lately. More creators are being open about mental health, which is awesome. But there’s still a long way to go."

[RonaldCunningham]

"Sometimes it feels like they just use mental health as a plot twist. Like, surprise! The villain has anxiety! It can be a bit cliché and not very realistic."

[MakaylaWall]

"I appreciate when a character’s mental health is portrayed authentically. It makes them relatable and real, but I wish they’d show more of the recovery process too."

[NikoSchultz]

"Honestly, I think some shows do a great job, while others just romanticize it. It’s important to show the real struggles, not just the dramatic moments."

[DrewFitzpatrick]

"I think it’s great that mental health is getting more attention in entertainment. It opens up conversations, but I do wish they’d consult actual experts more often."