Mental Health
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Parks and Recreation

While Parks and Rec touches on mental health themes, it doesn’t dive deep. The portrayal often leans toward light-hearted and comedic rather than realistic or educational.

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The Office

The Office is a beloved classic that revolutionized TV comedy with its quirky characters and relatable office antics, it flounders in how it presents mental health topics.

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Party Down

Party Down had some clever attempts to depict the struggles of creative folks chasing their dreams, the overarching theme of hopelessness in Henry's life left us feeling a bit downbeat.

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Fleabag

Fleabag scores big in many areas, combining humor with heart-wrenching moments. It's clear that while Fleabag captures the struggle of dealing with mental health, it sometimes leans towards misrepresentation and glamorization.

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Atypical

The show doesn’t just focus on Sam; it highlights how his journey affects everyone around him and how their mental health plays a role. It's refreshing to see such a nuanced view that promotes understanding and empathy, breaking down stereotypes and stigma in the process.

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Palm Springs

Palm Springs takes the classic Groundhog Day trope and spins it into a fun, thought-provoking film with plenty of laughs and a touch of existential reflection. While it touches on some mental health themes, it primarily uses them as a tool for storytelling rather than diving deep into the issues themselves.

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Girlboss

Girlboss follows the unconventional journey of Sophia Amoruso as she builds her fashion empire, Nasty Gal. With its witty humor and relatable struggles, this series shines a light on both the fun and the mental rollercoaster of starting your own business.

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