2023-08-04 16:06:33
Title: Arab Drama Tackles Mental Health Issues with New TV Series
Subtitle: Psychological Dramas Aim to Shed Light on Mental Illness and Its Effects
Arab drama has taken a significant turn by increasingly addressing mental health issues through gripping storylines and complex characters. With the rising pressure from societal factors, more artworks are emerging that aim to introduce mental illness and explore its effects. These psychological dramas offer viewers a chance to delve into sensitive topics that are often hidden or overlooked by society.
One such series is “Al-Hujrah” (The Chamber), a Syrian production consisting of 13 episodes, categorized as a psychological drama. The plot follows a man who, after experiencing a traumatizing accident, seeks revenge with the help of his alter ego, Wahim. The series stars renowned Syrian actors Muhammad Al-Ahmad, Wissam Fares, Ammar Shalak, Nour Ali, Reem Khoury, and Hadi Bouayash, and is written by Zuhair Al-Mulla and directed by Fadi Wafai.
Muhammad Al-Ahmad, who portrays the main character Dr. Murad in “Al-Hujrah,” explained that the series falls under the genre of suspenseful psychological dramas. He emphasized that while the series touches upon mental illness, it does so in a way that does not solely focus on the psychological and medical aspects. Al-Ahmad stated, “The quality of psychological suspense drama is very exciting for the viewer and useful at the same time because it discusses sensitive and buried issues that we do not discover easily and do not see clearly, despite its great influence on society.”
The inclusion of mental illnesses in Arab dramas doesn’t stop with “Al-Hujrah.” Several other series have tackled various psychological disorders, shedding light on their effects on individuals and their relationships. The Egyptian series “The Night and the One in It” explores the life of a wife who suffers from masochistic sexual tendencies, while “Min Qal” showcases characters dealing with social phobias, panic attacks, and other psychological disorders.
Moreover, actresses such as Mona Zaki and Yousra have embraced roles that depict characters grappling with claustrophobia, phobias, anxiety disorders, and schizophrenia in series like “Newton’s Game,” “Above the Level of Suspicions,” and “Halat Ishq.”
These series pave the way for viewers to gain a deeper understanding of mental illness and its impact on individuals and society. They provoke conversations about these important issues and encourage people to seek help and support.
Dr. Nabil al-Katt, an Egyptian psychiatrist, believes that drama can play a crucial role in solving psychological problems. He explains that exposure to such diseases through the screen can help individuals better understand symptoms and diseases. However, he stresses the importance of consulting with medical experts during the creation of these dramas to ensure accuracy and provide a healthy portrayal.
By shedding light on mental health issues, Arab dramas are contributing to the dialogue surrounding these matters. They are creating opportunities for viewers to gain insight, empathy, and understanding, ultimately helping to break the silence and encourage meaningful discussions about mental health in society.]
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