“Frankly Speaking” is a TV drama centered around the life of Song Ki Baek (played by Go Kyung Pyo). This 33-year-old man has spent 8 years working as an anchor at the JBC Broadcasting Office. With extensive experience in the field, he aspires to become the main news anchor.
However, his journey towards this goal hits unexpected obstacles. In the opening episode, Song Ki Baek becomes a victim of violence at the hands of his colleague’s husband. His face is plastered across various media outlets after being assaulted by this man. It’s revealed that Song Ki Baek’s colleague was involved in an affair with a public figure.
Following this incident, Song Ki Baek experiences disinhibition after undergoing a medical examination. While not life-threatening, this condition can disrupt daily activities and relationships. But what exactly is disinhibition? Let’s delve into it below!
1. Changes in Behavior After an Electrocution Incident
Song Ki Baek (Go Kyung Pyo) in the drama Frankly Speaking (instagram.com/jtbcdrama)During an appearance on the entertainment show “Men of the Run,” Song Ki Baek overhears an idol mistreating the staff. When the match begins, he responds to the idol’s actions, deviating from the script. As a result of a confrontation with the show’s host, On Woo Joo, Song Ki Baek is exposed to high-voltage electricity and electrocuted. Upon regaining consciousness, he finds himself unable to control his speech.
2. Diagnosis of Disinhibition
Song Ki Baek (Go Kyung Pyo) in the drama Frankly Speaking (instagram.com/jtbcdrama)On Woo Joo takes responsibility for the incident and arranges for Song Ki Baek to see a doctor. Following an examination, the doctor diagnoses him with disinhibition. This condition arises from lesions in the brain that lead to emotional dysregulation, causing personality changes akin to dementia. Affected individuals struggle to control their emotions, resulting in uninhibited speech and behavior.
3. Understanding Disinhibition in the Medical Context
Song Ki Baek (Go Kyung Pyo) in the drama Frankly Speaking (instagram.com/jtbcdrama)Disinhibition is not a fictional ailment but a real neurological condition. It occurs when the brain loses its ability to regulate inappropriate behavior, often due to brain injuries affecting the frontal lobe. Symptoms may include making inappropriate comments, speaking rudely, and experiencing uncontrollable outbursts of anger. Treatment involves strategies to strengthen self-control and resist impulsive behavior.
Song Ki Baek grapples with the challenges posed by his illness, yet a cure remains elusive. As the series unfolds, viewers are left wondering how he will overcome this obstacle and return to normalcy. To find out, stay tuned for further episodes of “Frankly Speaking” on Netflix!