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People with mental illness represent one of the most deeply stigmatized groups in our culture. Learn more about it here.
Processing Sexual Trauma and Grieving My Abuser. Content Warning.
Let’s get the trigger warnings out of the way. I’m going to be discussing sexual assault, death, grief, anxiety, and how they’ve affected me. No explicit details shared, but please only read at your own discretion.
By Peter Ellis11 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
Why Narcissists Turn Your Criticism Against You
Unfortunately, you won’t get a narcissist to see where they are wrong, because of many different factors. One main factor is that they have no sense of self-reflection. Self-reflection means to observe and analyze oneself in order to grow or change as an individual. This is not the case for someone who has NPD narcissistic personality disorder, because they have convinced themselves that there is no need to grow or change. Self-reflection refers to in-depth awareness of cognitive, emotional, and behavioral aspects that governs one’s life, and a narcissist’s personality disorder governs their entire life.
By Waleed Ahmed11 months ago in Psyche
Narcissists Leave When You No Longer Play Their Game
It is not necessary for the self-centered narcissist to have a reason for leaving, but their departure is often due to the fact that they have discovered someone else who they enjoy more than you. Someone who is considered by him or her to be a “safe heaven and a better catch.” Due to the fact that this situation might alter rapidly, the narc will often want your rear door to remain open.
By Waleed Ahmed11 months ago in Psyche
The Insidious Trauma Bond: Why Empaths Fall for Narcissists (and How to Break Free)
The possibility of developing a trauma link with a narcissist is a consequence of untreated childhood trauma injuries. The personalities and experiences of the narcissist and the empath are quite similar due to their upbringing. The weakest link in the chain, the narcissist, developed narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) as a self-defense mechanism. Because you are more resilient, you are also attention-seeking, have a personality that is addictive, are people-pleasing, and needy, among other characteristics. The distinction lies, of course, in the fact that you are able to experience genuine affection for other individuals while also managing the unpleasant emotions of shame and guilt in a typical manner. You are able to develop as a person during the course of your lifetime. When you connect with individuals that you respect and love, you are attentive to the feedback that you get about those interactions. As a human, you develop in a natural way. In addition, you get knowledge from the triumphs and failures of other individuals. It gives you a more comprehensive perspective, one in which the world, and not just oneself, is intriguing. This is not the case for the individual who suffers from NPD.
By Waleed Ahmed11 months ago in Psyche
Understanding Narcissistic Personality Disorder: Therapy and Challenges
The majority of mental health disorders are addressed with a mix of psychotherapy and pharmacotherapy. However, personality disorders, such as Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD), are unresponsive to pharmacological treatment. If medications are provided, they will be used to address the symptoms of any concurrent conditions that may exist. Individuals with narcissistic personality disorder may achieve optimal rehabilitation via a program that provides individual, group, and family treatment. Continuous and rigorous long-term treatment may assist individuals with Narcissistic Personality Disorder in understanding the detrimental effects of their illness on their lives and hindering their potential, while the contributions of peers and loved ones can provide context, depth, and reinforcement to these insights. Narcissism serves as a fundamental organizing component of personality for individuals with Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD); hence, mental health professionals will not confront the disease overtly or forcefully. The therapeutic procedure should be undertaken with intentionality and prudence to prevent the patient from becoming overwhelmed prematurely. Therapists and narcissistic patients will collaboratively identify the attitudes and behaviors that generate stress, conflict, and unhappiness in the patient’s life. During rehabilitation, therapists will motivate individuals with NPD to engage in constructive behaviors to mitigate the adverse effects of their narcissistic traits, offering practical guidance and training to facilitate this process. Therapists treating narcissistic individuals must endeavor to establish an environment devoid of judgmental attitudes, concentrating only on solutions. A positive therapeutic approach is crucial, as it fosters trust and enhances the efficacy of communication between physician and patient. Therapeutic approaches based on empirical evidence for individuals diagnosed with narcissistic personality disorder often encompass:
By Waleed Ahmed11 months ago in Psyche
