Does "Joker" Stigmatize Mental Illness?

"Joker" is the No. 1 R-rated movie of all-time. It features a gripping performance by Joaquin Phoenix that has everyone talking. On this episode, Mike Brose, CEO of Mental Health Association Oklahoma, gives his perspective on the film and helps answer whether or not "Joker" stigmatizes mental illness.

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Mental Health Association Oklahoma created The Mental Health Download podcast to share stories each week about mental illness, homelessness, incarceration and suicide, and how each can impact our lives in a profound way. Mental health affects everyone, yet the social stigma attached to mental health issues keeps so many of our family members, friends, colleagues and neighbors silent. Why are we so afraid to talk about these issues? Each week, our host Adi McCasland invites guests to share how mental illness, suicide, homelessness and incarceration have affected their work or lives.