shows, is presented in various forms since the advancement in technology occurs over time with easier access. The media expert suggests the public needs to become more open to learning about mental illness by understanding significant components presented in media platforms, including film and television entertainment. The journal article concerning depictions of the media on mental illness also emphasizes the importance of having broader perceptions in understanding different experiences of others in addressing crucial topics related to mental illness. Since it was found that the movies are also responsible for depicting various experiences of others with mental illness, the accurate portrayal of associated characteristics is significant. Approaches of streaming media platforms Since it became easier for the public to access different media forms, including movies, TV series, or other programs worldwide, the popular streaming service Netflix demonstrates different approaches to mental illness with various portrayals. Amongst the series Netflix provided, the recent study exploring the series 13 Reasons Why found that the representations of mental-health phenomena positively influence the individual’s perceptions in understanding perceived norms regarding mental health problems, such as reaching out to others for support and discussing suicide with people for prevention. 13 Reasons Why is a Netflix original with the plot surrounding a high school female, Hannah Baker, who committed suicide. Controversy around this TV show has arisen for a while ever since it was released, and many articles and postings have been uploaded online, especially around the idea of connecting the female's suicide to a form of anger and revenge. Some argue that there is too much of an emphasis on how Hannah committed suicide, including the gory visuals and details as well as the idea of revenge, and not enough focus on the true reasons behind ending one's life. Other's also emphasize how shows such as "13 Reasons Why" normally just skim over and cover only the surface of these issues, and thus somehow desensitize something as important as suicide. For example, this specific show was accused of not talking much about mental health in its first season (besides the suicide itself). The National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) additionally argues that the depiction of a "planned out suicide" is damaging, as suicides are rarely planned. Television Throughout the world of television mental illnesses have been showcased throughout the years within many programs; for example, the hit television show on the A&E network Hoarders, starts