Not inherently poorly done but some poor takes within. The concept that simply taking some meds, seeing a therapist casually and finding a hobby can "cure" severe mental illness is sloppy at best, and harmful at worst. Whilst support systems, proper treatment, and fulfilling activities can help individuals, its a journey of turmoil. The way it portrays the good these protective factors can do is uplifting but overly so, and therein false advertising.
The female love interests 'mental illness' being…
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