Instruction
Select a mental health topic from the list below. Research its prevalence, causes, symptoms and treatment options. Identify and view (or read) two examples of this mental illness in the media. Media selections may include, but are not limited to: movies, TV programs, books, songs and art.
In a three-page paper, summarize your research and evaluate the accuracy of the media examples by answering the questions:
Is the mental health condition used as a plot device?
Is the mental health condition used for humor?
Is there unnecessary stigma depicted?
Is help-seeking depicted?
All papers must include a minimum of three sources. You may reference reviews of the selected media.
Mental health topics:
Generalized anxiety disorder
Eating disorders (Anorexia Nervosa, Builimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder)
Attention-Deficity/Hyperactivity Disorder
Bipolar Disorder
Borderline Personality Disorder
Obsessive-Complusive Disorder
Major Depression
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder
Schizophrenia
Suicide
Treatment (therapy and/or medication)
Post-partum Depression and/or Anxiety