My Mad Fat Diary, a comedy drama, follows the story of Rae Earl, a troubled sixteen year old girl, recently out of a psychiatric unit after a mental breakdown and trying to return to normal life. The series is narrated in diary form by Rae, after her therapist suggests keeping a diary to help put her head round things. It strikes the perfect balance between serious and funny, and features relatable themes like music, fitting in, body confidence issues, making new friends, family struggles, boys and food.
