stigma
People with mental illness represent one of the most deeply stigmatized groups in our culture. Learn more about it here.
Why People Fail Us Under Pressure
Life has a way of presenting challenges that reveal the true nature of those around us. These moments, often unexpected and deeply personal, can leave us feeling isolated, questioning why people we trust seem to step away when we need them the most. The hurt that accompanies such disappointments isn’t just about the absence of support; it’s about the breaking of unspoken promises, the betrayal of shared bonds.
By Seymour Sozaabout a year ago in Psyche
Freedom Awaits When You Release Yesterday
Life has a way of teaching us through experience—some moments beautiful, others challenging. And yet, for so many of us, the weight of those challenging moments can linger far longer than we’d like. It’s as if our past becomes a shadow, following us wherever we go. But here’s the truth: that shadow only has power when we keep looking back at it.
By Seymour Sozaabout a year ago in Psyche
Shock Study: Children of Divorced Parents Are at Higher Risk of Having a Stroke
Introduction Divorce can be an emotionally taxing experience for families, but its effects extend far beyond temporary emotional turmoil. A groundbreaking study has revealed that children of divorced parents face a higher risk of developing severe health problems later in life, including an increased likelihood of having a stroke. This discovery underscores the profound impact that early childhood experiences can have on lifelong health. But what exactly ties parental divorce to such a critical health outcome? Let’s dive deeper into this study to understand its findings and implications.
By kavinda ranabahuabout a year ago in Psyche
The Power of Tears
Crying, both natural and necessary, carries an extremely complex emotional and cultural stigma. There’s been much discussion about embracing children’s tears, which is already a significant step forward. Today, thanks to advances in research and positive education, we understand that denying the right to cry and access emotions impacts the fundamental healthy development of a human being.
By Paola Crocomoabout a year ago in Psyche
Does Your Psychological Diagnosis Mean Much Today?
Psychology's delayed reaction to the inhumanity of unitary dominance over collective collaboration has resulted in considerable personal and systemic harms to multiple intersections of race, gender, ability, and social status.
By writemindmattersabout a year ago in Psyche
I am a Machine Running on an Empty Battery
Understanding Burnout The concept of burnout was first described in the 1970s by a German-American psychologist, who described it as "a state of physical and mental exhaustion caused by professional life." In 2015, burnout became a clinical disorder listed in the DSM-10: characterized by an excessive workload, micromanagement, unfair treatment, and a lack of recognition or appreciation. Although burnout is most commonly used in the context of employment, it comes in many forms.
By choreomaniasabout a year ago in Psyche
