Wednesday, February 23, 2011

Bella Swan

So, of course, my first client is Bella Swan.  Some people say that Bella Swan has single-handly put back women's liberation 500 years; I say that she is just in need of some serious therapy. 

Keep in mind that I am diagnosing her post "New Moon" - so I diagnosing her as an adult.  Thank God, I am not treating her as an adolescent because I would be so busy reporting to the Department of Child and Family Services (DCSF) that I wouldn't have time for anything else!

Axis I: 300.4 Dysthymic Disorder - Early Onset, 307.47 Nightmare Disorder, V15.81 Partner Relational Problem, V61.12 Physical Abuse of Adult
Axis II:  301.83 Borderline Personality Disorder
Axis III: None
Axis IV: Problems w/ primary support group, problems related to the social environment
Axis V: GAF - 55

Mental Health For Fictional Characters

I was watching "Twilight: New Moon Saga" the other evening and I became very concerned about Bella Swan.  She clearly has a plethora of mental health issues, yet is not getting any help!  I began to think about her diagnoses and subsequent treatment options because - unlike Edward and Jacob - I care.  I then thought about all of the other fictional characters out there who need my help, so I began this blog.  Just because you are a fictional character doesn't mean you shouldn't get help.