Many of these books have author’s notes in the beginning about their content and recommendations for relevant additional resources that should be read before diving in. Here are just a few introspective graphic memoir and novel reads exploring mental health in a variety of ways.Īll of these books deal with heavy topics, so please give yourself space as you explore, read and process. Many of these graphic novels weave aspects of mental health into their storylines amongst other life experiences while others make mental health a focal point. In recent years there have been quite a few titles that feature storylines with characters sharing personal narratives through self-reflection. Thinking, opens a new window by Sam Cavenagh, opens a new window / CC BY-NC 2.0, opens a new window / Resized from original Reflecting on mental health in graphic memoirs and novels is nothing new with titles like Stitches by David Small and Fun Home by Alison Bechdel coming to mind amongst so many others. Graphic novels, particularly graphic memoirs, have so much to offer for exploring mental health topics. One way to delve into mental health themes is to read about different perspectives and experiences. May is Mental Health Awareness Month and there are plenty of graphic novel reads to observe the month.

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Introspective Graphic Novel Reads Exploring Mental Health.

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