Why it worked
The video uses a relatable, self-deprecating humor trope common among college students, which encourages high engagement through comments and shares.
Summary
A creator asks a psychology major why they chose their major, and the student jokingly responds by confirming they have a history of mental illness.
Structure
- 1Text overlay introduces the question
- 2Creator asks the question to a friend
- 3Friend provides a humorous, self-deprecating answer
On-screen text
asking a psychology major why they’re studying psychology
Transcript
Do you have a history of mental illness? Yes.