Mental Health In Pop Culture | Moody Melon Magazine

Mental Health in Pop Culture

How movies, books, and music address mental health themes.

6 days ago

Romeo and Juliet: The Tragic Beauty of Extreme Love and Hate

William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet is often seen as the epitome of passionate love—the kind that defies all boundaries. Yet, it also...

Dec 3

As Good as It Gets: Melvin’s Path to Finding Peace Amidst Perfectionism

We’ve all heard the phrase "As good as it gets," usually said with a tone of resignation or acceptance. But for Melvin, a character from...

Nov 28

Sweet November: A Heartfelt Journey Through Love, Loss, and Healing

When we think of life-changing films, the ones that stay with us long after the credits roll, Sweet November is one of those movies that...

Nov 25

Never Been Kissed: The Awkward Comedy That Teaches Us About Self-Worth and Mental Health

If you’ve ever found yourself thinking, “I can’t believe I just did that,” while hiding under a desk or avoiding eye contact after a...

Nov 20

Grief, Love, and Self-Care: Lessons from Sleepless in Seattle on Healing

Grief is one of those universal human experiences that doesn’t come with an instruction manual. It sneaks up on you when you least expect...

Nov 12

Nina’s Descent: The Fragile Balance of Perfection in "Black Swan"

In Darren Aronofsky's psychological thriller Black Swan , Nina Sayers, portrayed by Natalie Portman, becomes an unforgettable...

Nov 8

I Am Sam: A Heartfelt Journey Through Love, Parenting, and the Challenges of Autism

In the touching film I Am Sam, Sean Penn delivers a powerful performance as Sam Dawson, a man with an intellectual disability who fights...

Nov 2

Breaking Free: Patrick McMurphy and the Fight for Freedom in "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest"

In Ken Kesey's groundbreaking novel One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, Patrick McMurphy emerges as a vibrant symbol of rebellion against...

Oct 17

Breaking the Silence: Susanna Kaysen's Journey in "Girl, Interrupted"

Girl, Interrupted, a powerful memoir by Susanna Kaysen, invites readers into the tumultuous world of mental health through the lens of a...

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