5 Korean Dramas That Talk About Mental Health Issues

Korean dramas have generated a wave of awareness about mental health and its effects. Even though it is still considered taboo, watching TV shows and movies can be an excellent way to raise awareness of mental health issues among oneself and others. Many South Korean dramas have addressed the issue over the years through the characters, starting a discussion on mental health problems and disorders. Here are 5 must-watch Korean dramas that spoke about mental health issues with strong characters and intriguing storylines:

1. It's Okay To Not Be Okay

One of the best dramas that offered a thorough examination of the consequences of mental health, this drama follows the ups and downs of those who struggle with coming to terms with their pasts through the story of a psychiatrist and a writer who deals with a terrible past. In addition to having an intriguing plot, this drama is renowned for how it portrays the problem of mental health and numerous sorts of mental diseases. If you still haven't watched ‘It's Okay to Not Be Okay’ then you should mark it on your watchlist.

2. Kill Me, Heal Me

‘Kill Me, Heal Me’ k-drama is Cha Do Hyun who suffers from dissociative identity disorder as a result of a terrible childhood incident and goes through a recovery process in the drama. He now has seven personas due to this. Despite receiving therapy and treatment for years, his problems do not get better. ‘Kill Me Heal Me’ highlights how challenging it is to get past mental obstacles, yet through full determination and perseverance in overcoming his problems, this drama is unquestionably one not to miss.

3. Extraordinary Attorney Woo

Park Eun-bin is playing the role of an intelligent autistic lawyer who faces the challenges of dealing with autism in the courtroom. The protagonist of the story is a talented young person who has Asperger's syndrome. She secured employment at Hanbada, one of the best law firms in South Korea, as a young attorney. She encounters people who genuinely care about her and support her while she battles prejudice from her coworkers and clients.

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4. SKY Castle

‘SKY Castle’ has Yum Jung Ah, Lee Tae Ran, Yoon Se Ah, and Oh Na Ra in the lead roles. This drama raised awareness of the pressure and emotional hardship that young students in South Korea must endure due to the fierce competition. The drama sparked national debates on how to deal with the issues students face. It increased awareness of and focus on pupils who, particularly in South Korea, are under pressure to perform well academically. The constant pressure given to students to perform well and study hard might lead to breakdowns and mental depression in some cases.

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5. Our Blues

‘Our Blues’ was one of the most anticipated Korean dramas of 2022. The drama showcases the struggles of mental health, such as autism, depression, broken family relationships, accidental pregnancy and other mental health issues.

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