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Mental Health in Modern Times:
In today's fast-paced and interconnected world, the topic of mental health has gained unprecedented attention. As we navigate the demands of modern life, the prevalence of anxiety and stress has surged, affecting people of all ages and backgrounds. To address these pressing challenges, it is essential to equip ourselves with effective strategies and techniques for maintaining mental well-being in the digital age. This article aims to provide valuable insights and practical approaches to tackle the issues of anxiety and stress, with a special focus on self-care and mental resilience.
By Ana Lúcia Rua3 years ago in Psyche
Skin picking disorder
Skin-picking is something that is not uncommon and from time-to-time people tend to pick their skins. But it seems to become a problem when it is severe and cannot stop from picking their skin, and it becomes a disorder. "Dermatillomania, also known as excoriation disorder (per the DSM-5) or skin-picking disorder, is a psychological condition that manifests as repetitive, compulsive skin picking. It is one of a category of disorders known as body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs) that are currently classified in the DSM-5 under Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders" (Psychology Today, 2017).
By Mahpara Mukhtar3 years ago in Psyche
Selective mutism
"Selective mutism is a rare childhood anxiety disorder in which a child experiences a trigger response and is unable to speak in certain situations or to certain people" (Psychology today, 2023). Even though it can be perceived as being extremely timid, it is not a sort of shyness. It's also not a deliberate omission of speech, unlike what some would think.
By Mahpara Mukhtar3 years ago in Psyche
HUMANITY
Light is fluttering across my closed eyelids. The glow from the sunrise makes its way through the skin, gently nudging my eyelids to open. I slowly open my eyes from a heavy sleep and telepathically greet the sun's morning light coming into the room. There is a slight breeze this morning, and the abstract shadows created by the summer leaves from the tree outside the window wave frantically across my face. Glimpses of sharp, bright morning light flashes into my eyes.
By Melissa Muhs3 years ago in Psyche
Shattered Reflections
My name is Tom, and I carry within me the indelible imprints of a childhood that shaped my adult mental health. As I reflect on the impact of those experiences, I realize that the shattered fragments of my past have been instrumental in shaping the person I am today. This is the story of my journey—a journey of self-rediscovery and resilience.
By Erian Illustrisimo3 years ago in Psyche
Body dysmorphia
Sometimes we all feel as though we do not fit right into our bodies. Or just that we feel our bodies are not good enough and start to worry too much about the way our body appears. "Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), or body dysmorphia, is a mental health condition where a person spends a lot of time worrying about flaws in their appearance" (NHS, 2021). A person with BDD could obsess about seemingly little physical imperfections or stress about apparent faults that other people don't see.
By Mahpara Mukhtar3 years ago in Psyche
The History Behind the First Suicide Hotline
We all have bad days-days where nothing seems to go right and everything feels bleak. But what happens when those bad days turn into something more? What happens when you're so overwhelmed that you feel like you can't go on anymore?
By Chelsea Rose3 years ago in Psyche
Neurodevelopmental disorders
"Neurodevelopmental disorders (NDs) are types of disorder that influence how the brain functions and alters neurological development, causing difficulties in social, cognitive, and emotional functioning" (Blain, 2022). The common types of neurodevelopmental disorders include - ADHD and Autism.
By Mahpara Mukhtar3 years ago in Psyche
Dissociative disorders
"Dissociative disorders are mental health conditions that involve feelings of being detached from reality, being outside of your own body or experiencing memory loss (amnesia)" (Cleveland Clinic, 2023). Some dissociative illnesses have a very brief lifespan, maybe as a result of a traumatic life experience, and they go away on their own within a few weeks or months. Others have a significantly longer lifespan.
By Mahpara Mukhtar3 years ago in Psyche
