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Most recently published stories in Psyche.

The Devil's Playground
Let me start by saying that I enjoy going to a casino about once a month to play the slot machines. They can be alot of fun. The flashing lights, the spinning images, and awesome graphics can leave you entertained for an hour maybe more. I occasionally accompany my mom when she wants to play bingo. However, there are many dangers associated with gambling if you are not careful. Gambling can become addictive and wreak havoc on so many levels. Similar to drugs and alcohol, gambling can destroy lives. It can develop into a disease of the brain. When we gamble, this triggers an automatic response to the "pleasure centre" in the brain, thus generating more dopamine resulting in an increase of adrenaline and euphoria. I chose to write this article to educate those who start and to encourage problem gamblers to seek help.
By Janelle Ouellet8 years ago in Psyche
We Moved!
What’s the hardest thing you’ve ever had to do? I've gotten myself though abuse, addictions, and suicidal thoughts; now, I'm getting myself through a move. A month ago, I moved to a new town to start over. A fresh start was something my son and I needed. Like anything, changes has its ups and downs. The only person I know here is my boyfriend, and I am so grateful to be able to live with him and have a new family life, but the change has been hard. My depression has gotten considerably worse.
By Dagny Desiree8 years ago in Psyche
PTSD Part Two
I left off in Globe, AZ where my mother had stabbed herself in the leg in an attempt to save my father’s soul. In her delusional state, she had went into hysteria about this. I will continue this story in an effort to show just how devastating mental illness can be, if left untreated.
By Kathleen Williams8 years ago in Psyche
Depressive Episode Relief . Top Story - February 2018.
Sometimes when you're depressed, you just need to take a moment to look at the positives. I know it can definitely feel like there are no positive aspects at this exact moment in time, so just think about your good days. Maybe there has been a day when you just laid in bed with your cat/dog and simply watched movies. Or maybe there's been a time when you got a good grade on something you worked really hard on and felt proud of yourself. At this moment, you might be feeling really sad. You also might be feeling a lot of mixed emotions, including, but not limited to: sadness, fear, and anger. You might also not know what you are feeling currently, which is the first step of recovering from this depressive episode: understanding what you're feeling and the thoughts/events that may have contributed to your current mental state. I know that doing so may result in more feelings or fears, as I suffer from depression as well, but feelings are not something that just go away. They are sometimes difficult to cope with, I'll admit, but once you learn to be able to live happy and have a friend named Feelings, you will come to the realization that feelings, though they can be very difficult to handle at times, are something that is a part of what makes you human and not a robot. But I do agree, sometimes feelings can be really annoying, since everyone would rather be feeling content than feeling depressed.
By Leah 8 years ago in Psyche
How to Ease Ascension Symptoms and Work the Steps
There is a great awakening occurring right now, at this very moment. Many souls are choosing this point in time to awaken from their slumber and become present and active in the 3D world to prepare for the ascension to the 5D. Many of us are addicts living in recovery and on our own, special spiritual path of the steps. What does this mean for us? What does the ascension process mean for us? While the future points along this path hold great promise, the steps along the way are not always the easiest, especially for the recovering addict. However, with the daily practice of the 12 steps we can achieve a bit of a head start and ease the ascension process.
By Lady Red8 years ago in Psyche
5 Things Bipolar People Want You To Know
It’s impossible to have any sort of relationship with someone who has bipolar disorder. One minute they’re up; the next minute they’re down. They’re volatile. They are easily triggered, dangerous, and dependent on drugs. Or so it might seem.
By Willa White8 years ago in Psyche
When I Became Homeless
Scarborough 1998, is a place I never will forget. I originally lived in Leeds, but I lost my family and my home due to violence from the community. I moved to Scarborough with the hopes of trying to find some grounding in my life and having a fresh start. It didn't start that way, and my journey was very painful.
By Carol Ann Townend8 years ago in Psyche
My Days with Anxiety
Everyone has a bit of anxiety in their lives. It can be something simple like a test coming up or something complex like asking yourself, “What if I’m a minute late to homeroom?” That question used to get it started every morning. If I was a minute late to homeroom then the door would be closed, if the door was closed I’d have to knock, if I have to knock then everyone will look to see who knocked. That question punched me in the stomach 45 minutes before my alarm every morning and punched harder if I dared to try and sleep more. It started when I was in 7th grade. I honestly thought I was just dying at times. I had no idea what this constant pain was when eyes were on me or why I was doomed to never fully sleep, a doctor took a look at me and declared it an ulcer. Omeprazole can’t clear omnipresent dreams.
By Ciri Katora8 years ago in Psyche
I'm Nobody
It’s dark. Well, it’s not that dark. It’s bright at the same time, but it feels so deep and it enervates me. Black? No. It’s like white paint on white walls, but I can’t see as far to see whether this place has walls or not. The wall could be right in front of me or miles away—it’s all the same.
By Allie Ho8 years ago in Psyche
PTSD
Let’s talk about PTSD. Most of us connect PTSD with war and our military. While it is prevalent with our veterans the media fails to tell the story about those of us who have gone through something so traumatic in life that we are left scarred for life. Yes, many of the “Millennial Generation” use that phrase often. What they don’t realize is it is a very serious disease. How many of you have had a death in the family, it sticks with you. In some cases that loved one that passed was very close with you. You hoard pictures and memorabilia to remember them. You take them out from time to time and reminisce on the happy times you spent together. But you refrain from remembering their death. You don’t want to think about something so terrible. So heart breaking. Now imagine you can’t choose what you remember or when you remember it. That alone would be nerve racking right? That’s how PTSD works. Only most of those memories you don’t want to remember are terrible, frightening experiences. I’m going to tell you what happened to me, how I was diagnosed at age 11, and how I finally became comfortable telling others about what happened.
By Kathleen Williams8 years ago in Psyche
Bullying (Pt. 2)
Continued from Bullying: Part One Bullying in school doesn’t just affect the victim. It affects the victim’s family. It affects the community.
By Lady Sunday8 years ago in Psyche
Blue Heart
There is a girl that everyone knows has a beautiful grin. She is smiling whenever you see her, laughing at your jokes, listening to your stories, and giving you great advice. She is insanely childish but has an extremely refreshing humor and whenever you need someone to cry on, she is always willing to give you her shoulder. She is honest, genuine, empathetic, ambitious, putting forth effort for you. She always carries herself with class. She is a kind of a girl that will make you want to be the best version of yourself; without changing who you really are. She will always strive for greatness and therefore inspire others to strive for it as well. She is a strong woman.
By NAkie S.8 years ago in Psyche