World Mental Health Day is observed each year on October 10 with an aim to raise awareness about mental health.
It encourages people to be empathetic towards people suffering from mental health issues while removing any misconceptions related to it.
Here is a list of movies available on Prime Video to understand and cope with mental health issues.
Silver Linings Playbook (2012): The Oscar-winning impactful movie accurately represents what it's like to live with mental health issues such as bipolar disorder.
A Beautiful Mind (2001): It depicts the life of John Nash, a mathematical genius who undergoes a harrowing self-discovery journey before receiving the greatest recognition as a scientist.
Good Will Hunting (1997): Starring Robin Williams and Matt Damon, it tells the story of a gifted young man who has an abusive past growing up. It depicts his fight, hope, and finding meaning in life.
A Star Is Born (2018): Starring Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper, it tells the story of two singer couples. The movie sheds light on addiction and the importance of support and love in addicted individuals' lives.
500 Days of Summer (2009): Directed by Marc Webb, this popular romantic drama aptly highlights mental health issues in a romantic relationship.
Rain Man (1988): The Tom Cruise starrer tells the story of two brothers; the selfish one who wants to inherit the fortune his late father left and an autistic one who lives in his own world.
The King of Staten Island (2020): It showcases intense depression and bipolar disorder with the protagonist struggling in life after the death of his father. It depicts grief, loss, and finally finding hope in life.
The Soloist (2009): It follows a newspaper journalist who discovers a homeless musical genius suffering from mental illness.