medicine

The medicalization of mental illness has given rise to many forms of pharmacological relief that restore chemical imbalances in one's brain.

The Numb Age
Introduction: The Hidden Epidemic In today’s hyper-connected world, most of us are drowning—not in water, but in noise. Not from sirens or shouting, but from pings, reels, ads, and algorithmically curated chaos. It’s not a virus or a war. It’s something quieter, but just as damaging: dopamine exhaustion.
By Debarghya Chatterjee9 months ago in Psyche
The Metamorphosis of the Mind
Prologue Before the world begins to change around us, the most profound revolutions occur within. In the deepest chambers of the mind—where fears whisper, dreams flicker, and memories fold into silence—true metamorphosis takes place. This is the story of a man who, in forgetting who he was, learned who he could become.
By Malik Kashif9 months ago in Psyche
Something's Gotta Give
I’m not drunk enough to write out this story. Which is a shame, since I’m highly allergic to alcohol. As in the “one mouthful and take bets if the ambulance gets here in time” scale of things. And I can’t even chug a soda, because that would spike my diabetic self into the stratosphere.
By Meredith Harmon9 months ago in Psyche
5 Simple Habit That Can Improve Your Mental Clarity Everyday
## **10 Simple Habits to Improve Your Mental Clarity Every Day** Mental clarity is something we all crave—especially in a world full of distractions, noise, and pressure to multitask. Whether you’re working from home, studying, or just trying to manage your daily routine, having a clear mind makes it easier to focus, make decisions, and feel in control.
By Anthony9 months ago in Psyche
The Science Behind Anxiety and How to Manage It
Anxiety is a universal human emotion. It alerts us to danger, keeps us focused, and motivates us to take action. However, for millions of people around the world, anxiety becomes more than just an occasional response to stress—it becomes a chronic and overwhelming condition that interferes with everyday life. In this article, we dive into the science behind anxiety, explore what causes it, how it manifests, and most importantly, how it can be effectively managed.
By Niaz Ahmad 9 months ago in Psyche
New Scale Measures Consensual Sexual Sadism Without Labeling It as Pathology
By Mr. Yang A new study published in Psychological Assessment has introduced a tool that could shift how researchers understand sexual sadism. The Index of Consensual Sexual Sadism (ICSS) was developed to measure sadistic sexual interests that take place in consensual contexts—without conflating them with criminal behavior or psychological disorders. The study suggests that consensual sexual sadism is distinct from everyday sadism and may not be inherently harmful.
By Mr Yang9 months ago in Psyche
Women Unconsciously Tune Into Infant Distress, Regardless of Parental Status, Study Finds.
By Mr. Yang A new study published in Biological Psychology has found that women—whether they have children or not—are more likely to have their attention drawn by distressed infant faces, even when those faces are shown too briefly to be consciously recognized. Using eye-tracking technology and subliminal emotional cues, researchers discovered that sad baby faces triggered longer reaction times than both happy baby faces and sad adult faces. This suggests that the brain may unconsciously prioritize signs of infant distress, underscoring an innate attentional bias that may support caregiving behavior.
By Mr Yang9 months ago in Psyche
Science to save lives
The purpose of science education is to develop observational skills, problem-solving skills, and interest students in the various elements of the environment through inquiry into natural phenomena.
By Arfan Raihen9 months ago in Psyche
The Forgotten Language of Touch: How Physical Contact Shapes Our Emotional Well-being
In a world dominated by screens and digital expressions, we have learned to communicate through messages, emojis, and reactions. We connect in online meetings, express love with virtual hearts, and offer condolences through comment sections. Yet, in our reliance on words and technology, we’ve drifted away from one of the oldest and most profound forms of communication—physical touch.
By Mysteries with Professor Jahani9 months ago in Psyche
The Invisible Weight: Living with the Emotional Baggage We Don’t Talk About
The Backpack No One Sees When my friend Julia died suddenly in a car accident, her husband, Mark, showed up to her funeral wearing a crisp suit and a smile that didn’t reach his eyes. He shook hands, accepted casseroles, and thanked everyone for their support. Two years later, at a dinner party, he casually mentioned he still sets a place for her at the table. The room fell silent. No one knew what to say—not because they didn’t care, but because grief, like so much of our emotional baggage, lives in the shadows.
By Mysteries with Professor Jahani9 months ago in Psyche
How Small Acts of Kindness Changed My Perspective on the World
The Day a Stranger’s Umbrella Taught Me About Humanity It was a gray, drizzly afternoon in Kyoto when I first grasped the quiet power of kindness. I stood outside a train station, drenched and frustrated, silently berating myself for forgetting my umbrella. Out of nowhere, a woman in her sixties—her silver hair peeking beneath a sunhat despite the rain—paused beside me. Without speaking, she opened her bright red umbrella and held it over both of us. We walked in silence for two blocks until she nodded toward my destination: a tucked-away tea shop. When I thanked her, she smiled and said, “The rain feels lighter when shared.” Her words lingered long after the clouds parted.
By Mysteries with Professor Jahani9 months ago in Psyche
Migraines and Medication. Content Warning.
CW: References to severe chronic pain, dismissal by doctors, and drug addiction. This is a trauma dump in some ways. It’s not really something you can understand unless you’ve lived it. So right now, for a few minutes, I invite you to live it with me: the dread and confusion of being a medical-mystery child.
By Brynne Nelson9 months ago in Psyche