okay so just finished watching wreckless driver and can i say. this is SUCH an important episode. We now have confirmed autism representation in Max. There was SO much talk, positivity and support surrounding healing, changing, and arguably most importantly, seeking help in doing so. It's shown that therapy is a long path, but one worth taking. No one is subtle about having been through/currently going through therapy, it isn't made to be a taboo. Alya told Marinette that she can't fix all of Adrien's problems, while making sure she didn't feel entirely useless and reassuring her that she could still be there for Adrien in other ways. Aglae herself has shown us that healing is a long process, but supportive networks are important in helping the process. Adrien showed us that ANYONE can need therapy, even mega popular ex models with dead parents and a foster mother and girlfriend teaming up to hide a massive secret.
there was so much care and support and love tossed about in this episode and it's SO damn important to show this kind of stuff, both in general and especially in shows for kids and teens. in a world full of stigma and hate surrounding mental health and healing, wreckless driver was so refreshing.