Tips by Theme or Topic – Mental Health

Tips by Theme or Topic

Introduction

Difficult or Traumatic experiences

Relationship problems and break-ups Death and grief Social media Natural disasters Police violence Bullying Financial/Job Loss Sexual Violence Relationship Abuse COVID-19 Pandemic Climate Change Gun Violence

Mental health conditions

Depression Anxiety disorders Substance use disorder Eating disorders Bipolar disorder Schizophrenia OCD Postpartum depression

Substance misuse

Alcohol Benzodiazpines Opioids Stimulants

Self-injury, Suicide and Overdose

Self-injury Suicide Overdose

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Mental health is expansive, and there are an endless number of challenges that characters and cast members in our stories might be facing. For the purpose of this guide, we’ve divided them into four broad categories:

Difficult or Traumatic Experiences
Mental Health Conditions
Substance Misuse
Self-Injury, Suicide, and Overdose

For each category, you’ll find a basic overview (Snapshot) as well as subsections that delve into specific topics and offer tips for crafting stories with positive impact.

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