stigma
People with mental illness represent one of the most deeply stigmatized groups in our culture. Learn more about it here.
Shocking Facts On Abuse Against Men
In today's culture, awareness is spreading. There are many cultural issues that were swept under the rug for decades, and starting with my generation, we are yanking the cover off them. LBGT rights and awareness, mental illness, global warming, and of course, abuse.
By Hope Martin3 years ago in Psyche
I am autistic, not an alien
The challenges Being autistic has its challenges. It is a fact that we live in a world led by and meant for neurotypical individuals. When you stand out from the crowd, you tend to be the odd one out. Being different is kind of forbidden; it seems to be a bad thing.
By Neurodivergent_ai3 years ago in Psyche
I Came Out to My Brother Last Night
I am not shy about telling people I live with major depression episodes. But when the worst symptoms hit, I tend to keep my head down and wait until they pass. Rarely does anyone see me during them. Until yesterday. I awoke with the black sludge already pulsing through my brain and veins, and it took all my physical might to slide one leg, then the other, over the side of the bed. Push my feet against the floor. And assemble my bones and muscles to standing position.
By Catherine Kenwell4 years ago in Psyche
What it’s like to be affected by mental illness
Everyone has mental health, and much like physical health, all of us experience difficulty at some point in our lives. I have experienced periods of instability here and there throughout my teenage years, but my experience of mental illness has largely been as someone caring for family members — and this is an experience that is often overlooked.
By Gina Stefan4 years ago in Psyche
Autism - An Intricate Puzzle of Traits That Persist Throughout Life
In my recent posts about neurodiversity, I mentioned autism. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that carries a negative connotation, though many of the typical traits are significantly overlooked. Autistic people may have deficits in social communication and interaction, restricted and repetitive patterns of behaviour or interests, and sensory issues.
By Neurodivergent_ai4 years ago in Psyche
Why High & Low Functioning Labels are Harmful
From an outsider's perspective, functioning labels describe autistic individuals. Many advocates have been coming forward and proclaiming that functioning labels are harmful. These individuals who assert this are not just autistic.
By Juliana Cole4 years ago in Psyche
You Want a HAPPY LIFE, there are 6 things you should never do.
Many times, I considered what it would take for me to be content. It’s so easy to be happy that you can’t believe it at first.. Many times, I tried so hard to be happy that I couldn’t be, and it was frustrating. And it wasn’t until much later that I came to the realization that in order to be truly content, you must sometimes make sacrifices. I wish I could make you happier than you already are, but I can’t.
By lupu alexandra4 years ago in Psyche
I Was Homeless, and She Gaslighted Me
For a while during my 20s, I was homeless. It was not a fun time for yours truly. I went through two horrible divorces and five years’ worth of abuse at the hands of the second wife. I was working — barely — and in perhaps the worst mental state I’d endured since my mid-teenaged years. I really could not tell if I was coming or going, constantly under the fear my second wife would track me down and fulfil her promise of breaking my back if I ever left her.
By Ira Robinson4 years ago in Psyche
Why Do Neurodivergent People Have Quirky Special Interests?. Top Story - June 2022.
Most people have one or two special interests that they focus on intensely. Maybe it’s stamp collecting, bird watching, or spending hours tinkering with cars. For neurodivergent people such as those having autism or ADHD, special interests often take centre stage in their lives. Special interests can provide a sense of focus and calm for us, neurodivergent individuals. They can also be a source of enjoyment, pride, and accomplishment. When nurtured, special interests can blossom into rewarding hobbies or even prospering careers.
By Neurodivergent_ai4 years ago in Psyche
