

It is demeaning to those who work as school counselors.

Instead, she creates these tapes explaining why she committed suicide after it is too late. Hannah does not stand up to her bullies at all.
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The series makes bullying seem like a life sentence and an unmanageable problem, which is not accurate. It tells victims that they cannot take control of their situation and take steps towards making a change. This show tells people who are dealing with mental illness or bullying that suicide is their only option. The victim could be suffering from a mental illness that they are unaware of, therefore, he or she may not seek proper treatment. Suicide is not a direct result of bullying or sexual assault, and there may be many reasons someone attempts suicide. The series attempts to simplify suicide, which, in reality, is a very complex issue. Instead of discussing her problems with her parents, Hannah takes her own life. Viewers see main character Hannah Baker as a strong person, only to see her commit suicide on screen. “13 Reasons Why” glamorizes suicide by showing that killing oneself and leaving tape recordings is the only way to successfully show the world a message. While the Netflix series “13 Reasons Why” has become increasingly popular, it has brought potential problems, as well as potential for educating the public.

Most things in life have their pros and cons, and when pop culture tries to shed light on difficult subjects, it usually comes with both good and bad reactions.
