medicine

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

If You Were in This French Town in 1951, You Might Have Lost Your Mind
August 1951 was supposed to be like any other month in Pont-Saint-Esprit. Then the screaming started. People stumbled through the streets, their minds unraveling before terrified onlookers. A man leaped from a second-story window, convinced he could fly. Another cried that his stomach was full of snakes. Others collapsed, trembling, lost in horrifying hallucinations. Doctors scrambled to make sense of it. By the time it was over, seven were dead, and hundreds were left physically and mentally scarred.
By Ojo10 months ago in Psyche
The Struggle of Waking Up Early: Why We Hate It and How to Make It Easier. AI-Generated.
📌 Introduction: The Eternal Morning Battle The alarm clock goes off. You hear it. You know you should get up. 📌 But your bed feels like heaven.
By Ahmet Kıvanç Demirkıran10 months ago in Psyche
In My Life. Content Warning.
We have been asked to "Share a transformative moment from your mental or emotional journey" and to be honest, I have had several in my life, so I will share a few that have happened to me and either changed my beliefs or strengthened them. As time passes, we should learn from things and use them to help ourselves move forward.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 10 months ago in Psyche
Change is a Part of Life
In the Sonapur village, the old mango tree was casting a shadow as the sun set. The slender dirt road where Rohan used to play was bathed in golden light. Now, years later, he was returning after a long time, a stranger to the place he once called home.
By Niranjon Chandra Roy10 months ago in Psyche
No One Dies Here Tonight
"No One Dies Here Tonight" A Murder A Mother A Search for Justice This Is MY True Story The sound of a heart monitor, and I quickly became acutely aware of the thumping beats of my heart, like a set of drums to a tune played on my phone. However, there were no accompanying instruments and my phone wasn't playing itunes.
By Susan Payton10 months ago in Psyche
The Whisper of the Peacock Feather - A Tale of Hidden Magic
Beneath the banyan tree, young Mira found a peacock feather glowing with iridescent hues. Its whispers would unravel a secret older than time itself.
By Perry10 months ago in Psyche
The Luminous Grove
The night was alive with an otherworldly glow. As Aiden stepped cautiously through the dense woods, his breath hitched at the sight before him—a colossal ancient tree standing at the heart of a meadow, its roots sprawling like the veins of the earth. But what truly stole his breath away were the tiny, glowing fungi that surrounded its base, illuminating the ground with a mesmerizing blue hue.
By Perry11 months ago in Psyche
The Lost Gateway
The last rays of the sun were fading into the horizon. Eliana slowly walked towards the luminous cave, feeling as if this path would lead her to another world. Tiny glowing specks floated around her, as if signaling the presence of an unknown force.
By Perry11 months ago in Psyche
How Journaling Saved My Mental Health
The Breaking Point Tuesday morning, and when I woke up I felt as though the weight of the world rested on my shoulders. Work deadlines, overdue debts, and a developing loneliness all spun in my head. No matter how hard I tried, I felt as though I couldn seem to catch my breath; I felt as though I was drowning in my own mind. It dawned on me at that something had to change.
By Ilyas K11 months ago in Psyche
Find The Missing Puzzle Pieces: How Anemia and Hypothyroidism Contributed to My Depression
One thing that gave me hope while dealing with depression was knowing that if I get better, there is a better life waiting for me. Despite my best efforts, I kept cycling between recovery and relapse. Finally, I understood I had to be on medication or therapy or under monitoring forever. I wondered if depression was a psychiatric issue tied to my brain, a biochemical imbalance in my hormones, or a philosophical struggle of the mind. I couldn’t figure out which it was. It turns out it’s a combination of all three.
By Smita11 months ago in Psyche
Deadly Hantavirus: Symptoms, Spread & How to Stay Safe
Understanding Hantavirus: Symptoms, Transmission, and Prevention Hantavirus has recently gained attention following the tragic death of Betsy Arakawa, the wife of legendary actor Gene Hackman. Arakawa’s death from hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (HPS) has sparked widespread concern and curiosity about this rare but deadly virus. Although hantavirus infections are uncommon, the severity of the disease and the lack of direct treatment make it a significant public health issue. This article explores the nature of hantavirus, how it spreads, its symptoms, and the essential steps to prevent infection.
By Madi Speaks11 months ago in Psyche
Anora (2024) - A Riveting Exploration of Dreams and Realities
"Anora" directed by Sean Baker, is a 2024 American comedy-drama that has garnered significant attention for its compelling narrative and outstanding performances. The film follows the tumultuous journey of Anora Mikheeva, portrayed by Mikey Madison, a young sex worker from Brooklyn who impulsively marries Vanya Zakharov, the son of a Russian oligarch. This sudden union sets off a chain of events as Vanya's parents intervene, attempting to annul the marriage, forcing Anora to navigate the complexities of her new reality.
By Perry11 months ago in Psyche