Suicide prevention and mental health are at the centre of this series. The issues are well covered and researched but it is a pity that when something passes there is no follow-up explanation. Traumatic issues are mostly swept under the carpet - yes, art imitates life here... The only exception was the speech Vivien gave to Dane at 3 AM. It reminded me of the psychologist I spoke to recently. She voluntarily gave up her registration as she could no longer work alongside the growing army of young psychologists who mastered all the theory and certifications but had little or no lived experience. The main pre-requisites to be a therapist are high level of self-awareness and non-judgmental approach to others. Here was an example!
I hope the show sparks a lot of conversations and creates a platform for another step towards better awareness of mental health issues and how to tackle them. People do not need psychologists, they need to be listened to... Let's ask "R U OK?" more often!
I hope the show sparks a lot of conversations and creates a platform for another step towards better awareness of mental health issues and how to tackle them. People do not need psychologists, they need to be listened to... Let's ask "R U OK?" more often!