My mom HATED when we turned the overhead lights on. It had to be the lamps only. I always feel the need to turn the ceiling lights off in a short time but it’s because I’m short and can’t reach the bulbs when they go out. (I’m scared of tall ladders living alone).
Some people are probably more sensitive to the mood and atmosphere created by different kinds of lighting. They may find overhead lights too bright and harsh. My brother can’t stand bare bulbs on chandeliers or pendant lights. He always wants shades or something opaque to cover them.