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Malayalam Actress Lena's Unverified Claims Raise Concerns: Association Of Psychologists Responds
Clinical Psychologists Disputes Actress Lena's Mental Health Claims: The Kerala Region of the Indian Association of Clinical Psychologists has criticised actress Lena's comments on mental health as unscientific and emphasised that she is not a licenced clinical psychologist.
Lena's statements in a media interview, where she suggested that psychiatric drugs could harm the kidneys, liver, and brain, have sparked concerns. Lena put forth several such arguments that have raised questions within the field of clinical psychology.
In response to Lena's statements, the Association of Clinical Psychologists has issued a formal response. The association categorically stated that Lena is not a licenced clinical psychologist, and her perspectives and views do not align with the principles of clinical psychology.
They expressed concern that Lena's misrepresentations may mislead the public and create a false impression of clinical psychology. Dr. Sreelal A, President of the Association, and Dr. Bigi V, General Secretary, highlighted that Lena is not affiliated with their organisation, and accredited psychologists should not be held accountable for her statements.
During the interview, Lena made controversial remarks, including mocking suicidal ideation. She also claimed that eliminating the ego could alleviate migraines and argued that cholesterol-reducing drugs could lead to health issues. Lena's perspective on psychiatric drugs raised concerns, as she asserted that once initiated, they cannot be discontinued without withdrawal syndrome. The actress indicated that her disillusionment with psychology led her to embrace spirituality, where she found answers to the questions that remained unresolved in her earlier pursuit of psychology.
Controversial Beliefs And Social Media Backlash
Furthermore, Lena asserted that she retains memories from a past life where she lived as a Buddhist monk and passed away in Tibet at the age of 63. "This is why, in this lifetime, I have chosen to shave my head and have been drawn to the Himalayas," Lena explained, also noting that she views Mohanlal as her spiritual guide.
Lena's statements have faced substantial backlash on social media. Critics argue that it is inappropriate for someone purporting to possess academic qualifications in clinical psychology to promote such unscientific views. Dr. Jinesh PS, an expert in the field, highlighted in his Facebook post that psychiatric drugs have been a lifeline for countless individuals on the brink of suicide due to depression. He further explained that many people, after achieving stability, have successfully discontinued medication under their doctor's guidance.
