Psychologist reacts to ‘Hi Ren’ music video

Dr Danielle Crane (Clinical Psychologist) reacts to the music video for 'Hi Ren'.
Trigger warning for brief clip of blood at the start, depiction of psychosis and mention of suicide.

Please visit Ren's youtube page to view and like the full video:
   • Ren - Hi Ren (Official Music Video)  

UPDATE: I was very surprised with huge response to my video. I didn’t expect it at all. I can’t reply to each comment individually but I did want to acknowledge your comments and respond to a couple of points.

Firstly, Thank you to everyone who has been welcoming and supportive and to those of you who have provided more info about Ren. I have actually watched a lot of his interviews since filming my reaction, so I know more about his history now.

I really value his work, both as a psychologist and someone who suffers from chronic health problems. I had ME/CFS for 12 years (the condition Ren was misdiagnosed with) and spent a lot of time unable to do things, in pain, taking 90 tablets a day, using a wheelchair or being dismissed by doctors.

I’m now currently recovering from an 8 month flare of recurrent pericarditis, which is why I haven’t been on social media for a while.

I think it’s great that Ren’s sharing his experiences and I hope that he finds some relief soon from his current flare.

There were some issues raised in the comments. First, with me pausing to talk too frequently or being too analytical. My apologies for that. I was primarily making the video for my client, who specifically asked me to stop at regular intervals to record my emotional reaction or psychological understanding. I was doing my best to meet this request.

I generally prefer to sit back and listen to someone’s story fully before responding or offering tentative thoughts. It sounds like most of you would also prefer that approach if I make another video.

Also, apologies for not rewinding slightly after pausing the video. I didn’t realise that was a reaction video rule. It was my first one. I’m still relatively new to YouTube and have a lot to learn!

Finally l thanks to everyone who provided recommendations of other songs to listen to. I appreciate it.


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