Why is the media fascinated with mental health disorders? Why have mental health diagnoses been increasing lately? In his book The Psychopath Test, British journalist and author Jon Ronson explores how the mental health sector has expanded in recent years. He also discusses the media’s sensationalism with people it finds to be “crazy” and why it’s an unfair representation. Keep reading to learn more about how mental health is depicted in the media.
Mental Health in Society & Media: How It’s Sensationalized
