movie review
Mental health movie reviews; educational films that provide an honest and multifaceted portrayal of psychiatric illness, symptoms and recovery.
The Psychological Underpinnings of Benevolent Sexism: A Comprehensive Exploration
A recent study by Clever Girl found that "benevolent sexism" (BS) can hurt women in the short and long term. Benevolent sexism is when someone (usually a man) says something that seems supportive and upbeat but is based on traditional gender stereotypes. Unlike hostile sexism or other overt forms of discrimination, it is unique in that it is often used with intentionally positive intentions and is usually interpreted as such by the recipient. For example, Carla and Alex have been anticipating their manager's annual performance reviews.
By Hridya Sharma11 months ago in Psyche
10 Psychological Thrillers That Will Keep You Guessing
1. Memento (2000) Christopher Nolan’s Memento is a mind-bending thriller that follows Leonard Shelby, a man suffering from short-term memory loss, as he attempts to find his wife’s killer. The film’s non-linear storytelling, with events unfolding in reverse order, immerses viewers in Leonard’s fragmented reality, making them question what is true and what is not. With a gripping mystery and an unforgettable ending, Memento is a masterpiece in psychological storytelling.
By Ayesha Mughal11 months ago in Psyche
Dirty Dancing. Content Warning.
This classic movie has not held up to the current times we live in. Like at all. I watched this movie with my partner for Valentine's Day because it was one of my favorite childhood movies while growing up. I remember my mom sitting me down when I was 12 or 13 years old telling me this was a movie for every young girl to watch.
By Chloe Rose Violet 🌹11 months ago in Psyche
Villainess Review: Dani McConnell (Fear of Rain)
Fear of Rain is a thriller centered on the titular Rain Burroughs, a teenage girl struggling with schizophrenia--mainly seeing hallucinations. Other than her parents, the only adult who had knowledge of Rain's struggles was Dani McConnell, who was Rain's neighbor and teacher, and was shown warmly greeting Rain as she returned to school. Suddenly, Rain begins seeing an image of a little girl in Dani's home, leading Rain to believe that the girl had been abducted by Dani--but once Rain and her father, John Burroughs, visit Dani's home, they are taken to the upstairs attic and find nothing to back up Rain's claim.
By Clyde E. Dawkins12 months ago in Psyche
Understanding The Relationship Between Psychoneuroimmunology and Childhood Trauma : Why It Matters
Childhood psychosocial stressors can impact the development of the immune system, which can then affect the development of the brain and its long-term functioning due to the two-way relationship between the immune system and the brain. Psychoneuroimmunology of early-life stress can provide a novel framework for comprehending and treating psychopathology associated with childhood trauma, based on observational human studies and experimental animal models. Remarkably, several incidents involved once-healthy people who became mentally ill despite not having any physical injuries—the so-called "railway spine."
By Hridya Sharmaabout a year ago in Psyche
Surface Pressure That Just Won't Stop
Disney Has Changed The Way They Make Me Cry As a child, I cried over the death of Bambi's mom. I hyperventilated in fear as a 5-year-old watching Snow White for the first time, and she ran screaming through the dark forest after the huntsmen tried to take her heart. I cried when the curse was broken for the Beast and he discovered love. When Dumbo was abused and mistreated and separated from his mother I sobbed. I forced myself to watch it until the end (I am a childhood abuse survivor, this movie was very triggering for me in a lot of ways) and found relief in the ending. But I refuse ever to watch it again - and I haven't shown my daughters that movie OR Pinocchio. I know those movies would trigger me to this day.
By Hope Martinabout a year ago in Psyche
I Cried Watching Inside Out 2
As someone who has struggled with mental health her entire life, both Inside Out 1 and 2 made me cry. In the sequel, I–like probably entire generations–related deeply to how letting anxiety run the show may seem like a good idea at first but can quickly spiral into panic attacks.
By Lola Senseabout a year ago in Psyche
Susanna Kaysen, Susanna Kaysen? Checks! Girl, Interrupted?
Flashback. Nuns at Catholic Daycare in Habits. Grape juice and crackers. Even Catholic kids are selfish and mean. Flashback. I pissed my pants. I couldn't kick the big red ball at kickball. I don't know anyone's name.
By Shanon Angermeyer Normanabout a year ago in Psyche
