Anxiety and depression increased by 25% within the first year of the pandemic, according to WHO. The increase has seen a surge in access to therapists, social workers and counselors. All three professions are trained in psychoanalysis and diagnostics. Psychoanalysis is a means of determining an individual’s personality and its development. Many mental health professionals start with talk therapy, which is commonly seen on television and in movies, but others specialize in treatments such as 12-step programs, support groups, rehabilitation centers, and medications.
in the end credits scene of iron man 3where Tony is lying on the couch recounting his encounter with the Mandarin, his best friend in science, Bruce Banner, reminds him that his PhD is not in psychology. The scene mimics talk therapy, with Tony lying on the couch talking while Bruce listens, but eventually interrupts him. MCU The development of characters who suffer from mental health disorders is well done. The diagnosis process is very complicated, but audiences can see how Thor is battling depression or Tony and Bucky He Burns has her PTSD. Diagnosis is complex and presents differently to each person based on life experiences. This is why each mental health diagnosis requires a professional approach.
Wanda Maximoff
Depression is one of the stages of grief outlined by psychologist Elisabeth Kubler-Roth, but Wanda Maximoff suffers from PTSD, not necessarily depression. Healthline describes PTSD as a reaction to experiencing a traumatic event, while depression is a chronic mood disorder, but the symptoms of both illnesses are similar. Wanda experienced the trauma of war, lost her family and was radicalized by rebel groups. Her tenure in the Avengers only exacerbated her trauma, all of which indicate that her severe PTSD was left untreated. Wanda Vision led to the occurrence of Doctor Strange in the Mad Multiverse.
tony stark
Tony Stark hides his PTSD pretty well.After Tony’s parents were murdered, Tony dived into everything wealth could buy to hide his grief until he was caught iron manHowever, Tony’s trauma has increased since he created Iron Man and joined the Avengers. People with PTSD cope by avoiding traumatic events.of iron man 2 and more clearly, iron man 3, Tony spent most of his time creating suits. Ultron was invented because Tony wanted to protect everyone while avoiding the dangers of a rigid AI program.
Bucky Barnes
Discussions about mental health within the MCU usually lead to mentions of Bucky Barnes, who has PTSD. Bucky was given Super He Soldier Serum, fell off a train, and within months of being called up for war he became HYDRA’s formidable assassin. The next time Bucky appears in his MCU movie, he’s buying plums from a street vendor.Plums and other fruits are being studied for potential links to improved cognitive function. Falcon and Winter Soldier In the premiere, Bucky faces his past by making amends to the families of those he killed with the help of a therapist.
Loki
The Mayo Clinic outlines the various symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), including reckless behavior, identity changes, and rage. People with BPD have low self-esteem and are highly suspicious of the intentions of others. In the Disney+ series, Lokieach Loki subspecies feels abandoned by their adoptive family and behaves similarly towards each other with angry outbursts and multiple stings. In, despite their murderous streak, the series’ theme is self-love and acceptance. By the end of the series, Loki sees himself and his family in a whole new way.
Mark/Steven/Jacob
Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) manifests in adulthood in response to traumatic childhood events. An individual can manifest two or more distinct personalities.of moon knight, Mark discovers that he was once Stephen, the Moon Knight of the Egyptian god Khonshu. His two main personalities, Mark and Stephen, are shown, but Jacob is revealed last. Stephen is childlike, while Mark is rather reckless. Mark is a personality that lets Honshu take over. hopefully season 2 moon knight You can see more of Jacob on your screen.
Matt Murdock
Regardless of how depression manifests itself in an individual, one thing is certain: help is always available through various hotlines. There are symptoms of depression, such as feelings of hopelessness. He’s a lawyer, but he’s a single-handed villain, so you can’t expect much from the systems he’s studied.When Wilson Fisk Emerges from the Shadows daredevil, Matt trashes the apartment out of anger. He also adopted the persona of Daredevil because he can’t sleep.
nebula
When Thanos kidnapped Nebula and Gamora from their respective homes, he fought the two for survival, replacing Nebula’s parts with robot parts. guardian of the galaxyBoth Gamora and Nebula have different ways of dealing with childhood trauma. Gamora found stability in Peter Quill and Nebula found friends in Tony Stark. In fact, children who survive abuse go on to become adults with a myriad of mental health issues, from attachment problems to PTSD to substance abuse.
Tena
of Eternals, Thena suffers from the Mahd Wr’ry equivalent of dementia. In Tena’s case, she unleashes her anger and endangers those around her.Dementia affects everyone differently, but when certain brain functions continue to decline, many of the symptoms will be the same. increase. There is no cure for dementia, but Mahd Wr’ry’s cure is a complete reset. People with dementia often rely on caregivers and facilities for assistance with daily living. After the Eternals part ways, Gilgamesh acts as Tena’s caretaker.
Thor
Within a week, Thor loses his family, his best friend, his home, half his people, and two battles with Thanos. I did. In fact, experts believe the relationship between overeating and depression is cyclical. of course, Thor: Love and ThunderThor is able to overcome his depression by exercising and surrounding himself with people who support him.
Norman Osborn
One of Peter Parker’s most formidable foes is the Green Goblin, aka Norman Osborn. As a villain dealing with D.I.D., Norman is at a loss as the Green Goblin haunts him.Sane offers advice to those who are aware of D.I.D. First, remind people to use positive affirmations instead of shame, research what DID is and what it looks like, and have a support system in place.of Spider-Man: No Way HomeNorman reveals that he does not want to be the Green Goblin, but feels he cannot control himself.
