Sharp Objects
The American psychological thriller follows the story of an emotionally troubled reporter, Camille Preaker (Amy Adams), who returns to her hometown to cover the murders of two young girls. Adapted from Gillian Flynn’s debut novel of the same name, the series is a gripping take on women’s mental health and how they deal with pain. Season 1 is now on Hotstar.
Maniac
A drug trial, a doctor with mother issues and an emotionally complex computer. Netflix’s latest dark comedy series released earlier this month captures the extremes two strangers – Emma Stone and Jonah Hill – are willing to go to exorcise their psychological demons. The 10-episode limited series effectively captures concepts of mental illness and computer-generated therapeutic breakthroughs. All episodes are now on Netflix.
13 Reasons Why
Characters of the controversial teen suicide drama series that looks into serious illnesses of the mind show us why talking openly about these issues is important. Starring Katherine Langford, Dylan Minnette, Alisha Boe, the series follows the events leading up to high school student who takes her own life. Intended to warn viewers about the dangers of suicide, two seasons of the show are streaming on Netflix.
This Is Us
The third season of the family drama continuous to highlight a number of issues the Pearson family is dealing with including coping with loss, depression, insecurities and relationship issues. Starring Milo Ventimiglia, Mandy Moore and Sterling K. Brown among others, the show fantastically captures men’s mental health and sensitively portrays masculine fragility. Catch all three seasons on Hotstar.
Bojack Horseman
A show that resonated with many people dealing with depression is back with its fifth season this month. It’s the story of washed-up 90s TV star BoJack and his struggles with addiction, relationships and trouble maintaining his celebrity status. A satire on the entertainment industry and current events, the Netflix show also features alcoholism and other forms of substance abuse. All five seasons are now on Netflix.
Shameless
The award-winning comedy-drama series that premièred on Romedy Now earlier this year deals with the dysfunctional Gallagher family. It throws light on dealing with an alcoholic parent and how its characters tackle bipolar disorder. The show stars William H. Macy, Emmy Rossum and Cameron Monaghan, among others.
