stigma
People with mental illness represent one of the most deeply stigmatized groups in our culture. Learn more about it here.
THE HALO EFFECT
The halo effect, a cognitive bias within psychology, involves the initial impression we form about an individual influencing our overall perception of their character. Essentially, it involves making judgments based on appearance, where a person's attractiveness shapes our holistic view of them. The term "halo" is utilized as a metaphor because a single characteristic, such as attractiveness, disproportionately influences our assessment of other traits. For instance, an attractive person might be perceived as more intelligent or kind, while a less attractive individual might be unfairly associated with being careless, unreliable, or even unintelligent. These superficial attributions often pertain to qualities closely tied to social interactions; we tend to believe that beauty correlates with friendliness and extroversion, while the less attractive are thought to be reserved and shy.
By jermaine wurah2 years ago in Psyche
The unconscious bias against autistic people in friendships/relationships
I’m quite up front disclosing that I’m autistic at the beginning of any relationship. That is how I was conditioned to communicate when I was in a residential home for autistic people. I have noticed the instant flip of attitude and interest in a friendship etc when you disclose your autism. I find that 9 times out of 10 it’s a complete flip reverse from any amount of communication to none. Then when you try to get them to talk to you they either stop replying (ghosting) or report you to the police to get you warned off. I got punished legally a lot when I was younger because I thought that I could talk people round. I was so naïve but I thought that people would be decent bothering to listen enough enabling them to see that I was worthy underneath the autistic label. I now realise that this was all in vain. It was never going to work.
By Emma-Lucy Thomson2 years ago in Psyche
Breaking the Stigma: How to Talk About Mental Health with Your Loved Ones
Mental health is a topic that is often overlooked or stigmatized in society. However, it is crucial to have open and honest conversations about mental health in order to promote overall well-being and break the stigma surrounding mental health issues.
By Richard Bailey2 years ago in Psyche
BREAKING THE CHAINS
Mental health, an integral part of overall well-being, has long been shrouded in stigma, misunderstanding, and discrimination. The negative perceptions of mental health challenges often deter individuals from seeking help and hinder society's ability to foster a compassionate and inclusive environment. However, the tide is turning as awareness campaigns and advocacy efforts gain momentum, aiming to dismantle these barriers and promote a more empathetic understanding of mental health.
By Mariam Ali2 years ago in Psyche
"Wrap Your Eye and See The Poison Version of You"
In the quiet of your study, you sat hunched over your laptop, fingers tapping impatiently on the keys. A thick cloud of frustration hung in the air, your mind trapped in a suffocating cage of writer's block. The weight of your own expectations bore down on you, pushing you to the edge of your sanity.
By CosmicClip2 years ago in Psyche
Why We Have Crazy Dreams In Early Sobriety?
Becoming an expert in something takes a lot of repetition. As a chronic relapser, I have dealt with the pains of early sobriety many times (this is the last time); one thing that stands out is the crazy dreaming we do in those first few weeks of sobriety. Relapse nightmares, dreams about the past, and crazy dreams that make absolutely no sense, but feel extremely real, are something most people in early sobriety experience.
By Patrick Meowler2 years ago in Psyche
