Art is one medium that people use to deal with traumatic experiences from their lives. Doesn't it make sense then that, at least in Japan, people might do the same with manga?
Manga artist Zenzo has authored two online comics in which she charts her own journey of misery and abuse while working in the country’s apparel industry. In July, she posted the first manga, "Two Months Ago I Wanted to Die," to her @zettdot Twitter account. Its overarching message is one that encourages others in similar situations to pay better attention to their own mental well-being.
“If you’re having suicidal thoughts, don't get used to thinking that way," she says via the comic. “Reach out and get help.”