Hannah Baker

Although “13 Reasons Why” has not yet officially been renewed for a third season, we know if the time does come, Hannah Baker won’t be back. Hannah’s suicide drives the plot in season one, and in season two she appears in flashbacks. She also appears in scenes with fellow classmate Clay Jensen as he continues to [...]

Editor’s Note: The following post contains spoilers for the TV shows and movies mentioned.  As we get ready for the new year, we wanted to give 2017 a proper send-off with a recap of the best and most controversial portrayals of mental illness in popular culture this year. While there are many different definitions of what [...]

Sometimes the news isn’t as straightforward as it’s made to seem. Juliette Virzi, The Mighty’s Associate Mental Health Editor, explains what to keep in mind if you see this topic or similar stories in your newsfeed. This is The Mighty Takeaway.  On Tuesday, TIME Magazine released its annual top 10 list of fictional characters. Among characters like [...]

Editor’s note: If you experience suicidal thoughts or have lost someone to suicide, the following post could be potentially triggering. You can contact the Crisis Text Line by texting “START” to 741-741. They may tell you to “get over it.” Some may say it’s a just a part of growing up — of finding yourself. [...]

Editor’s note: If you experience suicidal thoughts, the following post could be potentially triggering. You can contact the Crisis Text Line by texting “START” to 741-741. I was watching “13 Reasons Why” and I really shouldn’t have been. I knew I shouldn’t have been. But I was having a terrible week and that day, things were [...]

Editor’s note: If you experience suicidal thoughts, the following post could be potentially triggering. You can contact the Crisis Text Line by texting “START” to 741-741. • What is Bipolar disorder? The hype is whirling around the new Netflix series, “13 Reasons Why.” It is the latest binge-watching event that many people cannot wait to [...]