humanity
Mental health is a fundamental right; the future of humanity depends on it.
Living Autistically. Content Warning.
One day at work, my coworkers and I were conversing when I haphazardly picked up an item and started to fiddle with it. It was an old single-hole hole punch. As I was squeezing it, a part of me imagined if one had ever been used to pierce ears before. While thinking that, one of my coworkers noticed what I was doing and said, “Stimming?”. I looked at her and then it hit me: I was subconsciously stimming, and I consciously couldn't think of a reason why. I know the motion of squeezing the hole punch felt natural, but to pinpoint an emotion or an event that led to my overstimulation, I haven’t a clue. I have noticed I’ve been overstimulated these past few days. I did have a moment where I just had to cry. I think I’m grieving for the future I had hoped for and will likely never come to fruition (unless I'm wrong, which I hope I am). I had so many plans, hopes, and dreams and yet, the entire world seems hellbent on destruction.
By Elizabeth Kozlowskiabout a year ago in Psyche
Social Anxiety Caused by Childhood Trauma
Too much fear of social situations is a sign of social anxiety, a crippling condition that often has its roots in traumatic events in childhood. Bad things that happen to people when they are young can change how they see themselves and the world around them for a long time. Understanding this link is very important for dealing with and handling social anxiety well.
By Teenage Parentingabout a year ago in Psyche
Understanding Life’s Struggles: The Path to Empathy and Growth.
Sometimes, we find ourselves questioning why people behave the way they do. It’s easy to observe someone’s actions and think, "Why are they acting like this?" But what if their behavior is shaped by unseen struggles or emotional wounds? In our fast-paced world, it’s easy to forget that everyone is carrying a personal battle we can’t see. As time passes, though, life has a way of offering answers. Through personal experiences, we gain understanding—what once seemed inexplicable now begins to make sense.
By Rahul Kumar Yadavabout a year ago in Psyche
Why Every Woman Deserves Respectful Maternity Care
Introduction: A Universal Right Childbirth is one of the most transformative moments in a woman’s life, but for many women in Ethiopia, this experience is marred by neglect, mistreatment, and the absence of dignity. Despite efforts to improve maternal health, only 32% of births in Ethiopia are attended by skilled professionals, according to the 2022 Ethiopian Demographic and Health Survey (EDHS). This stark reality underscores the urgent need for respectful maternity care (RMC)—care that honors women’s autonomy, safety, and dignity during childbirth.
By Rufael Eshetu Yigezuabout a year ago in Psyche
