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When movies or TV shows get mental health wrong
A distorted portrayal can have very real consequences. Accuracy, on the other hand, can make for better storytelling.
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The depiction of narcissistic traits in Adolescence's protagonist, Jamie (right), stood out, says the writer.
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Annabelle Chow
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We’ve all had that moment when we’re watching a show and thinking: “That’s not how it works in real life.” And there are also those we watch and think: “This character’s portrayal feels so relatable.”
One recent example that got people talking – in a good way – was the Netflix series Adolescence
