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Mental Health in Pop Culture
How movies, books, and music address mental health themes.

How RuPaul’s Drag Race Heals Racial Divides, Elevates LGBTQIA+ Voices, and Inspires Us to Thrive
In a world that often teaches us to separate, RuPaul’s Drag Race dares to unite. From the glittering runway to the emotional werkroom confessions, this show is more than a competition—it's a cultural classroom, where race, gender identity, and mental health intersect to teach us something revolutionary: everyone deserves to be seen, heard, and celebrated...
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Baby Reindeer: A Darkly Hilarious Look at Trauma, Power, and Redemption
Netflix's 2024 British black comedy-drama thriller Baby Reindeer is a gripping and unpredictable miniseries that has taken audiences by...
Mar 29

Miss Congeniality: 25 Years Later – A Look at Perfectionism, Societal Judgement, and Women Thriving in a Male-Dominated World
When Miss Congeniality first graced theaters 25 years ago, it became an instant favorite, combining humor, action, and the magnetic...
Mar 21

Meet the Parents: Decoding the Psychological Profile of Jack Byrnes and His Impact on Family Dynamics
In Meet the Parents, Jack Byrnes' overbearing and controlling behavior highlights the impact of unresolved trauma and insecurity on family.
Mar 15


Unveiling the Mind: How A Beautiful Mind Sheds Light on Schizophrenia
When we think about mental health in mainstream media, it’s often portrayed in a one-dimensional way: someone is either "fine" or...
Feb 28

Cal Trask’s Battle for Redemption: Unraveling the Struggles of Identity in East of Eden
In the iconic film East of Eden, directed by Elia Kazan and based on John Steinbeck’s novel, we are introduced to Cal Trask, a character...
Feb 20

The Whale: A Wake-Up Call for Self-Acceptance and the Dangerous Delusion of Escaping Reality
Darren Aronofsky's The Whale is a harrowing exploration of pain, guilt, and self-destruction. With Brendan Fraser’s powerful portrayal of...
Feb 9


Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? Unpacking the Layers of Fear and Identity in Mental Health
When Edward Albee’s iconic play Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? first hit the stage in 1962, it shocked audiences with its raw...
Jan 11

It's a Wonderful Life: A Cinematic Journey Through Mental Health Struggles and Resilience
There are few films that capture the essence of hope, redemption, and the complexities of human existence quite like It’s a Wonderful...
Dec 23, 2024
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