Show Notes:
SHH! Metal health is taboo! When reading Young Adult Literature, have you ever thought to yourself: why does it feel like our beloved characters never get the help they need for their mental health issues? Since depression and possible personality disorders are never addressed, it can often be difficult to understand certain character motivations. This podcast delves into why authors of various YA series, including Rowling’s Harry Potter, neglect the struggles of some of our most favorite characters.

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Hailey Seyfert