Soap Operas And News Reports Increase Understanding Of Mental Health, Study Finds | TV News

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With the severe budget cuts to the NHS hitting mental services the hardest, a study has found that Soap Operas and news reports about those same issues can play a significant role in increasing understanding of depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia also helping to encourage people to seek help.

 

Paul Farmer, chief executive of the mental health charity Mind commented:

 

These statistics show just how powerful all forms of media can be in encouraging people to go and see their GP, call a helpline or just get in touch with a friend or a family member with a mental health problem.

 

Media portrayals and reporting, when done well, can be a lifeline. Drama storylines in particular can help people who might be struggling to feel less alone, and they play a vital role in signposting to the help and support that is available. It’s fantastic that we are seeing more media coverage which offers a sensitive, compelling and realistic representation of mental health.”

 

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