In a viral video on social media, the expert left several stunned after claiming that 'relaxing' by listening to true crime shows is a red flag.
The owner of the statement is Dr. Thelma Tenni, who specializes in family, marriage, and sexual therapy.
In the footage, the expert claimed that if you find yourself unwinding at the end of the day with the latest Netflix series about serial killers or by listening to true crime podcasts, you may require serious trauma counseling.
In the viral video, she said: 'If your idea of relaxing before you go to sleep is to watch three episodes of Law and Order I would encourage you to think about 'why is trauma relaxing to me?'
Accoring to Dr.Thelma Tenni, there is nothing healthy about finding solace in violence.
In a now-viral video, she urges her audience to reflect on why trauma is relaxing for them if they indulge in watching crime depictions before bedtime, such as binge-watching multiple episodes of Law and Order.
Dr. Tenni explains that individuals may find comfort in depictions of crime, harm, and attacks because it feels familiar, especially for those who grew up in high-stress environments.
Additionally, Dr. Tenni encourages people to embrace the discomfort of tranquility and reprogram their nervous system
She added: 'It may be a good time to reprogram your nervous system. Peace may seem unfamiliar and feel boring but you are worth of it'.
The video has garnered over 150,000 likes, with numerous individuals expressing shock at the revelation.
In the comment section, several users admitted to finding it a powerful realization and thanked Dr. Tenni, while some others defended their viewing choices, suggesting that their interest in crime shows stems from a desire for justice rather than trauma.
However, a portion of viewers criticized the claims, stating that crime shows are simply a form of entertainment.
One perosn said: Some of us are curious about human behaviour, abnormal psychology, foresensic investigations and detectives' techniques, the justice system, and watching the bad guys get caught.
A second wrote: Catching the bad guy makes me feel better. Also they also show you how to lookout for certain red flags.
While a third commented: I’m a Clinical Psychologist, and I fall asleep listening to true crime every night.
Someone else said: The main reason I watch true crime is to remind me that no matter how tough my life has been, someone out there has had worse, and to see the people causing all that pain get what they deserve is satisfying.
Another added: Exactly. I watch calming and relaxing shows before I sleep. I also write out things, and situations that stress me out until I feel better in my mind.
Damn. I wondered if it was a bad thing that I like true crime, murder mystery shows usually before bed too and this popped up. It makes sense to me. Somone added.
What do you think about Tenni's statement.
