The Problem With Depiction Of Mental Illnesses In Fiction

In this video, viewers dive into the world of mental disorders, a range of medical conditions that impact mood, thoughts, and behavior. Mental illnesses can affect anyone and vary in severity, ranging from short-term struggles to long-lasting challenges. Terms like Schizophrenia or Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder are likely familiar, but what do these conditions mean? And why do misconceptions about them persist? This video takes a closer look at six of the most misunderstood mental health disorders and clears up some of the common myths that can harm those living with them. For anyone who’s ever wondered whether their mental health is declining or experienced feelings of sadness, anxiety, or fear, this video provides valuable insights into understanding mental health and those affected by it.

The footage is from these videos.

The Complex Problems with Mental Illness in Fiction | A video essay
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6c8o68ghGBM&rco=1

6 Most Misunderstood Mental Disorders You Should Know About
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xOsRqhDC19o

10 Mental Illness Signs You Should Not Ignore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9B-wTp2PZH8&rco=1

The Samaritans
08457 90 90 90 or www.samaratins.org

Campaign Against Miserable Living (for men)
0800 58 58 58 or www.thecalmzone.net

Youthline
0800 376 633 or text to 234 (New Zealand helpline) or youthline.co.nz

Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741 in the United States

Crisis Service Canada
Text at 45645 (Canadian helpline) or call 1833 456 4566

Lifeline Australia
Call 13 11 14

The Trevor Project
Call 1-866-488-7386 or text START to 678678

The South African Depression And Anxiety Group
011 234 4837

South African Schizophrenia & Bipolar Disorders Alliance
011 326 0661.

French La Conception Hospital
(+33) 491 380 000

Norwegian Ungdomstelefonen
(+47) 400 00 777.

Finland:
(09) 615 516 Suomen Mielenterveys

A list of mental health helplines by country:
https://ibpf.org/resource/list-international-suicide-hotlines
www.depressionalliance.org

Academic references for this video/bibliography:
https://tinyurl.com/y6qgcrwe

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