"Psychiatry is not something to hide"... Park Myung-soo's courageous confession "I also receive counseling"
Broadcaster Park Myung-soo openly shared his experiences with psychiatric counseling, conveying a meaningful message aimed at breaking down prejudices surrounding mental health.
On the 30th, the SBS Power FM "Park Myung-soo's Radio Show" featured psychiatrist Kim Ji-yong as a guest, discussing various aspects of psychiatric treatment and counseling. That day, Park Myung-soo said, "I have also been to the psychiatric department," sharing his first-hand experience.
He recalled, "At first, I thought, 'Is it okay for me to be here?' But as soon as I opened the door, there were 12 people waiting. It was even busier than the internal medicine department," reflecting on the striking scene he witnessed at the time. He added, "Upon learning more, many visit for mild symptoms like a cold of the mind or a cold of the brain," stating that "psychiatric counseling is actually very helpful."
Dr. Kim Ji-yong also noted, "There are still significant misunderstandings and prejudices regarding psychiatry. Just the term 'psychiatric patients' creates a biased atmosphere," adding, "That's why we are striving to communicate more closely with the public through various channels, including YouTube."
Park Myung-soo's confessions did not stop at this broadcast. He had previously revealed in a radio broadcast in 2023 that he was taking psychiatric medication, consistently demonstrating an honest and courageous attitude towards mental health issues.
As Park Myung-soo said, "There's no need to hide going to the psychiatrist," the message comes meaningfully, emphasizing the need for an atmosphere where one can comfortably seek counseling when feeling mentally distressed, just as one would visit a hospital when physically ill.
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