The sound and wind of the controversy over ‘drug charges’ for Yoo Ah-in

Na Jong-ho, an assistant professor of psychiatry at Yale University, is receiving attention for his remarks about actor Yoo Ah-in.

Yoo Ah-in was recently investigated by the police on charges of ‘habitual use of propofol’. In relation to this, Professor Na Jong-ho shared a story about people addicted to drugs through his SNS on the 29th of last month.

Professor Na Jong-ho said, “I hope Yoo Ah-in comes back like Iron Man,” and added, “So, rather than drug addiction leading to social burying, it becomes an example for people who were addicted to drugs to return a positive influence to society after receiving proper treatment.” Joo Gil, as an addiction psychiatrist, I support him.”

Professor Na Jong-ho compared actor Robert Downey Jr., who appeared in Marvel's 'Iron Man', to Yoo Ah-in. Robert Downey Jr. is a person who was addicted to drugs in the past. After going to prison for drugs, he later underwent rehabilitation treatment and was reborn as the 'famous actor' we know today.

Professor Na Jong-ho hoped that Yoo Ah-in would not just be a 'drug criminal' but would become a person who resonates with society.

The post is currently resonating with many people. As of the 6th, it recorded 746,000 views and was re-spread about 550 times.

There are various reactions to Professor Na Jong-ho’s opinion. Some expressed their agreement, saying, "We should give it one chance," while others opposed it, saying, "They should be severely punished."

Reporter Junho Yoon, Ten Asia delo410@tenasia.co.kr