These Shows and Movies Put Love and Mental Health In the Spotlight
From ‘Unforgettable’ to ‘It’s Okay To Not Be Okay,’ here are some titles that represent the different facets of mental health
As the world progresses, so do things that humans create. A diverse and evolving writers room makes way for more diverse content, and discerning and critical audiences allow for creators of media, whether TV or movies, to be more mindful and loving in portraying various facets of the human experience—including mental health. Last year, we wrote about 6 shows that positively depict what it’s like to live with a mental illness, from You’re the Worst, to Bojack Horseman, to One Day at a Time. Here, we round up more shows that put love and mental health in the spotlight and portray the experience authentically—all available to stream on Netflix.
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6 Shows and Movies About Love and Mental Health
6 Shows and Movies About Love and Mental Health
By Metro.StyleFebruary 06 2023, 1:42 PM
It’s Okay To Not Be Okay
Metro-fave It’s Okay to Not Be Okay tells the story of Moon Gang-tae and Ko Mun-yeong, a children’s book author who is famous for her dark stories. She is drawn to Gang-tae despite their different personalities, and they eventually help each other overcome past trauma.
Love on the Spectrum
Love on the Spectrum follows seven single young adults on the autism spectrum as they take their first steps into the world of dating. Experts provide our love-seekers with practical skills to help them navigate what can be a confusing experience for anyone, giving them the confidence to begin their journey on the road to finding love.
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