personality disorder

Personality disorders are as complex as they are misunderstood; delve into this diagnosis and learn the typical cognitions, behaviors, and inner experience of those inflicted.

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
GOLIATH. Content Warning.
A psychotic hysteria has swept the nation, taking the form of a paranoid fear of infestation, of contamination, of insects, of unwanted pests and vermin. One deranged old lady after another expresses these collective psychoses in a variety of ways.
By ANTICHRIST SUPERSTARabout a year ago in Psyche
Anxiety.
Anxiety is a natural and essential part of the human experience, serving as the body’s response to stress or potential danger. However, when anxiety becomes chronic or overwhelming, it can interfere with daily life, relationships, and overall well-being. Understanding anxiety and how to manage it is critical to maintaining mental health and achieving balance. This article will explore the nature of anxiety, its causes, symptoms, and provide insights into coping strategies to better navigate life’s challenges.
By Arinas.about a year ago in Psyche
Depression.
Depression is more than just a fleeting feeling of sadness or a rough patch in life. It is a serious mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a lack of interest in daily activities, depression can interfere with a person's ability to function in their personal, social, and work life. Understanding depression, its causes, symptoms, and treatments is crucial for breaking the stigma surrounding it and for supporting those who are affected by it.
By Arinas.about a year ago in Psyche
Sadness.. AI-Generated.
Sadness is a universal emotion, deeply intertwined with the human experience. It is both a natural response to life's challenges and an essential part of our emotional spectrum. While often viewed as negative or undesirable, sadness plays a crucial role in helping us process loss, disappointment, and hardship, guiding us through introspection, self-awareness, and, ultimately, personal growth.
By Arinas.about a year ago in Psyche
Suicide Prevention: Honorable endeavor or impossible mission?
Suicide is a serious subject and I haven't written about it seriously or intellectually for most of my writing career. I've written many poems expressing in various ways the emotions and thoughts of a suicidal person. I've also written some stories in an attempt to shed some light on the matter. However, today's submission isn't about being "suicidal" or dealing with mental illness. In this article, I'd like to discuss mental health in general and the Florida Mental Health Act of 1971 (also known as The Baker Act). I'd also like to share my personal experiences with suicide, crisis stabilization facilities, and my overall opinions about how people should handle this subject. What makes me an expert? Do I have a Doctorate degree in Psychology? No, I majored in English. But I've spent 25 years in and out of the "insane asylums" and on and off prescribed psyche medications. I've been to hospitals in Florida, New York, Illinois, Georgia, and New Jersey. I may not be qualified to prescribe medications, but after 25 years of experience as a diagnosed and treated patient, I feel quite confident in my expertise on the subject.
By Shanon Angermeyer Normanabout a year ago in Psyche
Dendritic Growth. Content Warning.
The abyss is often seen as a terror—something to run from or act as though it were a barrier. It is understood as a void—the "great chasm fixed" between two impossible points of existence or the deepest strata of our earth and seas. You've perhaps heard that Nietzsche said if you gaze into it long enough, it gazes back. It is not a space to be navigated lightly; instead, entered with caution, or better yet, avoided entirely.
By kpabout a year ago in Psyche
Doing the Inner Work. Content Warning.
I stared down at my fingernails, trying to resist the urge to pick at the nail polish before staring back at the woman across from me. "I want to die."
By The Schizophrenic Momabout a year ago in Psyche
Me vs. RSD: An Ongoing Battle
Back in my single-digits era, one piece of knowledge was imperative in making every summer worthwhile: Knowing who was selling the best-frozen treats, which we called “Icees,” in the neighborhood that year.
By Jonathan Apolloabout a year ago in Psyche
The Quiet Destroyer: Why the Covert Narcissist Is the Most Dangerous of All
Most of us are taught to watch out for the loud, arrogant narcissist—the one who dominates every room and demands the spotlight. We see the storm coming. But what about the quiet, unassuming person who seems so humble and supportive, yet leaves us feeling confused, anxious, and constantly questioning our own sanity? This is the world of the covert narcissist, and their danger lies not in the storm, but in the subtle, creeping fog that erodes our reality.
By Sunshine Firecrackerabout a year ago in Psyche
How Narcissists Weaponize the Legal System
Narcissistic abuse is a form of emotional and psychological manipulation that often goes unnoticed, even by its victims. It is insidious, pervasive, and, in many cases, escalates into more overt forms of control and harm. One of the most disturbing manifestations of narcissistic abuse is when narcissists weaponize legal systems, particularly the police and courts, to further their manipulation and control over their victims. This article explores the dynamics of narcissistic abuse, how narcissists use the legal system as a weapon, and what victims can do to protect themselves.
By Sunshine Firecrackerabout a year ago in Psyche
How to Stop People Pleasing
One day in my childhood, I decided that I would be the source of everyone's happiness. There was a guilt so perfectly fashioned in my chest. Yet, I'd been oblivious to the fact that it never even belonged to me. For years all I wanted was to be seen, loved, and heard. The majority of my life was fueled by the desire to be loved. This took me down many dark paths that bring me shame to this day. There is grace in my deliverance, however. A moment that I can breathe. Only I always come back to the shame. Always. This same shame gave me the motivation to discover who it truly belonged to. I have been an astronomical part of my downfall. While I am aware of this now, I did not get myself to this point alone. I had the help of so many, only now in adulthood it is my responsibility to mend these broken pieces of my life. No, it isn't fair, but it is necessary.
By The Darkest Sunriseabout a year ago in Psyche