Graphic novels about mental illness
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Introspective Graphic Novel Reads Exploring Mental Health
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and there are plenty of graphic novel reads to observe the month. One way to delve into mental health themes is to read about different perspectives and experiences. Graphic novels, particularly graphic memoirs, have so much to offer for exploring mental health topics. 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.
In recent years there have been quite a few titles that feature storylines with characters sharing personal narratives through self-reflection. 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. Here are just a few introspective graphic memoir and novel reads exploring mental health in a variety of ways.
All of these books deal with heavy topics, so please give yourself space as you explore, read and process. 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. Also be sure to check the back of the books as most
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Kids, Tweens, Teens: Graphic Novels for Mental Health
Minds and emotions of all ages need tending to! In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, CBLDF has gathered great graphic novels and illustrated texts for kids ages 3 and up. These stories help young people understand their experiences and the experiences of others, helping keep us all connected. We encourage parents and those who care about kids to be involved in selecting books for your reader based on their emotional maturity and not just their chronological age. If you’re looking for good reads for adults, check out our 12 Grown Up Graphic Novels to Celebrate Mental Health Awareness.
Give yourself a hug, give a shout out to a loved one, give a smile to a neighbor, and give your kiddo a great read!
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Reads for Teens (13 or so and up)
I Kill Giants
By Joe Kelly
Battles, both real and imaginary, internal and external, are fought, won, and woven together in this collected edition of the popular Manga Award-winning miniseries.
Hey Kiddo: How I Lost My Mother, Found My Father, and Dealt with Family Addiction
by Jarrett Krosoczka
The author’s true story of childhood turmoil and finding the help and determination to thrive anyway.
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