How to Represent Mental Illness in Games

Explore a detailed overview of mental illness representation in gaming through this 2019 GDC session. Gain insights from Dr. Jennifer Hazel on the importance of the topic and learn practical approaches to implementing realistic portrayals of mental health issues in video games. Delve into discussions on stigma, statistics, public perception, and language surrounding mental illness. Examine specific mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, psychosis, and borderline personality disorder, with references to their depiction in games like God of War. Investigate the portrayal of mental health wards and protocols in gaming. Conclude with a Q&A session to further understand this crucial aspect of game development and storytelling.