Summary: A Negative Portrayal Of Mental Illness

In my experience, I have noted more of a negative portrayal of mental illness in the media, compared to a positive one. Often times in shows or movies, individuals with a mental illness are usually considered “monsters” or “dangerous.” In one article, Wahl noted in his 1999 study that the most commonly used theme about mental illness in new papers is centered around the word dangerous, as a way to describe those suffering from a mental disorder (2003).

During the video Out of Sight, Out of Mind, Michael’s brother changes the perspective of the entire situation when the cameraman asks him if he is mad at Michael. By focusing on Michael as the victim, his brother mentions he holds nothing against Michael, as it was rather schizophrenia that