Best mental health drama ever
I don't know why this drama doesn't rate higher. I loved Hospital Playlist and really missed that. This has huge Hospital Playlist feels - the camaraderie between the staff, the going in-depth to understand the context and personal circumstances behind each patient. The staff strive to give patients the best level of care and address their problems not just solve the symptoms.In addition, this show is about mental health. There's so much stigma surrounding this topic in Asia and particularly with psychiatry (as opposed to psychology).It's great to see a show treat the topic sensitively with the dignity it deserves, yet highlights why mental health is also a valid medical condition and should not be ignore or stigmatised.
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Deeply humane but beware it can be triggering
The Korean title for this drama is Morning Also Comes in a Psychiatric Ward and it's much more accurate than the English title. The drama aims to educate people about mental health and encourages viewers to feel empathy for the people who are suffering and struggling to heal (not always successfully). Because of this, the story is a little clunky at times with early episodes dedicated to different mental health conditions such as panic disorder and bipolar disorder.But the narrative really takes off in episode 6 when a beloved character takes his own life and the fallout for the entire cast reverberates through to the end of the drama.
Some of the scenes are devastating and had me sobbing. Anyone with a history of mental illness or who has loved ones who suffered should tread cautiously since this drama could be triggering.
Something I thought was very well done were the visual illustrations of people's illnesses. For example there's a person with panic disorder who finds himself drowning in a bathroom filling with water and a depressed character who sinks into the floor as if it's quicksand.
The romance is secondary to the main plot but it's very sweet and affecting, especially in the final episodes.
I definitely recommend this drama with the caveat that you're going to be in for a lot of emotional pain and that it's not an easy watch.
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a kdrama gem, is it underrated?
I can't believe this drama almost flew past my radar. Watching this empathetic and humane drama is a must.it's a wide window unto the world of mental health, and the multilayered world of mental disease. Watching these stories (some based on true stories) humbled me and made me even more aware and compassionate of the frail nature of our minds.
I think this is Park Bo Young's best work! there is always something very impressive and inspiring to see actors enact realistic desolating moments. She was brillant, her character was imperfectly realistic. female lead characters are often the most important aspect in a show for me, and her evolution was marvellously portrayed.
all characters in fact (Except maybe 1 or 2) were realistic and I grew fond of them and enjoyed following their slices of life.
Young woo jin was also very remarkable in this as well! he gave life to a very unique character!
this show follows different characters during each episode, with the main characters' story arch developing throughout the show. the balance was perfect, not pushing one over the other. the pace was just fast enough, sometimes slow but always enjoying the script. the show is brilliantly orchestrated from scene cuts to dialogue to resolutions.
one of my favourite shows ever.
While I did sense a few cheesy lines, they were so sparse among the overwhelming fresh take of this drama.
hope to see more like this !
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Ignites Interest in Mental Health/Healing
The portrayal of mental illnesses in the film was remarkably relatable, prompting introspection about my own life, it had a somewhat melancholic tone throughout, but by the end, it left me with a sense of satisfaction and a feeling of healing in my own life as well as finding myself more interested in psychiatry.The chemistry between Jung Da Eun and Dong Go Yoon was cute, but it was not enough. Go Yoon's character had an appealing personality, and he came across as intelligent, charming, very well-spoken, and one of the greenest flags.
The secondary relationship between Hwang Yeo Hwan and Min Deu Lae was also well done, addressing a valid issue and providing a satisfying resolution that would make anyone in the character's shoes feel content and happy.
Overall, my only complaint was that I wished it had been longer, I was deeply attached to all the characters, feeling as if I had lived alongside them in their journey
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Disappointed
I was with it up until the nurse became the patient. It all went down hill, romance build ups a bust, trailer misleading. Just a waste of time for me!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!’!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!(500 character limit only way to post review.)Was this review helpful to you?
Hidden Gem on Netflix: Deep Dive into Mental Health.
I like how each episode covers a different mental disorders (overall)
The characters are very likeable, which is something rare for me to like characters in a k-drama especially the MC's.
Park BoYoung is an absolute cutie she looks like a puppy
I have a secret crush for Dong Gonyu, he's a crack but an attractive one skskdfjsdl. And I didn't realize Song Yuchan was played by Jang Dongyoon (the second male lead in School 2015) at first??
I think he became quite unrecognizeable now that he's older hahah (in a good way). I actually like him better now he looks cuter
This drama reminds me of IONTBO (both revolve around mental health and mental disorders). But IONTBO had so many romance (a theme I don't enjoy that much) but this one doesn't, it really focuses more on the patients and how the MC learns to handle them slowly
Really really good and imo it's one of the most undertalked kdrama on netflix. PPL SHOULD WAKE UP AND SEE THESE HIDDEN GEMS ON NETFLIX THERE ARE SO MANY THAT DIDN'T BLOW UP I AM JUST URGH
Mr. Yoon is a sweet uncle <3
Also this is the first time in a kdrama that i don't know who's going to be the male lead! Hahah im on eps 4 and there's still no signs
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YOU MATTER - An Oportuniy to Reflect on Oneself and the World
I highly recommend watching this series, especially if you have been struggling with mental health or don´t know much about the daily lives of those struggling. However, I´d also make sure that you have someone to talk to while watching this series, as the topics are really heavy and serious and may trigger you.I have already acknowledged many of the reviews for "Daily Dose of Sunshine" and I think that most writers share the same opinion: This series offers more than just entertainment. It opens the door to a world that is usually (purposely) hidden from most. A door that shouldn´t be forced shut, but unfortunately is in many areas of the world. Mental Health is a topic that necessarily has to be brought up in schools and any faculties. Educating about how important self-care and empathy are in a world like this seems about time to be implemented in every section of life.
This is also one of the reasons that made me like "Daily Dose of Sunshine" so much. They have portrayed several serious and not so uncommon occuring mental illnesses from both the professional outside, as well as the personal inside. I´m sure the writers and the entire set of people have done their best to give an insight on several topics of high importance, while also offering a slight bit of comic relief with the lore of Dr. Dong. As someone struggling with mental health for more than half of my life, this series made me feel more certain in continuously upgrading and adapting my self-care routines.
I´m truly thankful for everyone who made "Daily Dose of Sunshine" happen. Especially airing it at a time when the temperatures usually drop and the weather shifts, which results in unstable/ affected persons feeling more drained and down, this series is a major gift in entertainment, education, and AWARENESS.
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it touches a lot of toppings regarding mental health
the romance of the show was great but the main part was showing how important is mental health and they have successfully done that by showing lots on mental illnesses and disorders and how they can change our way of thinking and living, i started to enjoy this show at first but afterwards i got literally attached I finished it in one night and I spent weeks thinking about I recommend it first of all just for the fact that you’ll learn lots and second just because it was amazing, and this will definitely be my top 5 dramas.Was this review helpful to you?
Learn to take care of “me”.
What does your mental health look like?Quote: “All of us are standing on the border between normal and abnormal”. Female Lead from A Daily Dose of Sunshine.
Quote: “Psychiatry is for those whose mental immunity has been weaken. Anyone of us can find ourselves in a weakened mental state”. A Daily Dose of Sunshine
The Story
A Daily Dose of Sunshine is about a psychiatric ward nurse with a different approach to psychiatric therapy, being kind and showing empathy. I am just now getting back to finish this drama, which debut at the end of 2023. For my taste, A Daily Dose of Sunshine was stellar. The story centers around the life of a nurse in a Hospital psych ward and the many story arcs of the many patients who pass through its halls. This drama is the closest drama to another stellar Korean Drama, Chocolate (2020). A Daily Dose of Sunshine asks you to take a good look at your mental health. Before it is to late, give “Me” a little attention.
One of the most poignant scenes in the whole drama for me was when and overworked overstressed mom was admitted to the psych ward, because of pseudo-dementia caused by being overworked and over stressed. The head nurse of the psych ward is also overworked and overstressed and is facing a failure as a mom and wife. It was not until the overworked nurse had to sit down and listen to the evaluation of the overworked and overstressed out patient and the overworked and overstressed patient observed the overworked and overstressed nurse at her work that they both got it. They both finally understood their problem. When you view this part, look at the faces of each woman. Priceless. The camera shots in this scene has the patient’s face darkened out at times, so as to allow the viewer to put their face in that image. (Episode five, A Daily Dose of Sunshine).
Every story arc of A Daily Dose of Sunshine was written with great emotions and contained well researched information. The script is stellar and the acting was too. Each arc will touch your heart deeply. A Daily Dose of Sunshine get a high recommendation from me.
Quote: “Mom, why were you late?” Little daughter. “I had so many sick people at the hospital.” Mom. “But mom, I am sick too, and you are a nurse. Why wouldn’t you nurse me too?” Little daughter on A Daily Dose of Sunshine.
Quote: “That person who was always smiling . . . His smile was pitiful to me. And so my heart ached. Hurting words have a way of hurting you, no matter the occasion”. Lead Female tries to calm her heart. A Daily Dose of Sunshine
Quote: “Life’s problems are like a public train, the longer the time of travel the more passengers you take on”. Me
Actors Corner
Yeon Woo Jin (Good Doctor), Park Bo Young (Strong Girl Bong Soon), and Jang Dong-Yoon (Flowers in the Sand). All gave great performances.
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The most complete mental health kdrama
The most complete mental health kdrama to date as it covers mental illnesses in great detail using multiple case studies. The storyline is well designed to portray the complications of each kind of mental illness in different situations, there's even plenty of visual representations for a better understanding of the symptoms. The pacing of the drama though is quite slow for a Netflix's originals, some of the parts did feel deliberately extended to serve its longer runtime, causing the impact on its storytelling to vary. Still, this drama holds a very important role for mental health awareness just when this society is so demanding and full of expectations, our mental stability could also be swinging at the borderline too without even knowing.Was this review helpful to you?
Ethereal
When I say this drama altered the trajectory of my life I truly mean it. Everything has been done in such a diligent and loving way, every person working on this show did so out of nothing but care. That compassion flows through the show, the project handles such delicate themes beautifully. Every episode works to break down the stigma around patients struggling with mental health disorders.There are no words adequate to describe the beauty of the show.
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It was a wind of fresh air. What a comforting K-Drama!
It started out intriguing, and I became addicted to it easily. I cried while watching some episodes.Episode 6 was sad, it was hard to watch. It showed us how lonely someone can be.
I had another episode that left me torn, episode 7 was just a masterpiece! I do not have any complaints about this series.
This drama is a must-watch for those who have a lot of prejudice about mental health. It is okay not to be okay, it's okay to look for help. Remember, everything will be better.
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