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Going No Contact: Why I 'Divorced' My Narcissistic Mother
I Finally Divorced My Mother This was not an act of anger. It was the final, radical act of my own preservation. To "divorce" your mother is a jarring concept. It feels like a violation of the sacred bond we’re told should be unbreakable. For years, I believed that, too. I spent decades trying to renovate a relationship that was built on a fault line, hoping that if I just found the right words or the right therapist, the foundation would finally be safe.
By Sunshine Firecracker5 months ago in Psyche
7 Signs You Were the Family Scapegoat (& How to Reclaim Your Story)
The Unseen Wound: 7 Signs You Were the Family Scapegoat In many dysfunctional families, there are unspoken roles assigned to each child. But while some roles come with praise, one is created to carry all the family’s burdens: the family scapegoat. This is the child who is cast as the “problem,” the “troublemaker,” or the source of all conflict.
By Sunshine Firecracker5 months ago in Psyche
Teen Stress in Ukraine: The Crucial Role of Resilience in Difficult Times
Why Adolescence Is So Vulnerable Adolescence (ages 11–18) is one of the most critical and challenging stages of human development. During this time, the individual undergoes intensive biological, psychological, and social changes. Identity formation accelerates, autonomy from parents grows, and the influence of peers becomes stronger.
By Daria Barabash5 months ago in Psyche
Adolescent Stress Resilience and Attachment Styles: Findings from Ukrainian Research
Why This Is Important Adolescence is one of the most challenging stages of human development. During this period, identity formation intensifies, peer influence increases, and levels of academic and social stress rise. Research shows that attachment style, established in early childhood, plays a key role in how adolescents cope with stress.
By Daria Barabash5 months ago in Psyche
The Truth About Relationships and Depression
My phone lit up with another reminder: dinner tonight, a plan I had said “yes” to days earlier. Back then, I thought I’d be able to handle it. But now the weight of depression had settled into my body like lead. Even the thought of showering, getting dressed, and stepping outside felt impossible.
By Annie Edwards 5 months ago in Psyche
Opening Minds: The Growing Need for Behavioral and Mental Health Services
Mental health has long been a subject people avoid. Many people feel ashamed to discuss their emotions or admit when they are struggling. For years, this silence has kept people from getting the help they need. Now, that silence is beginning to break.
By St. John's Community Health5 months ago in Psyche
We Suffer More in Imagination than in Reality
Life is rarely as harsh as the stories we tell ourselves about it. The Roman philosopher Seneca once wrote, “We suffer more often in imagination than in reality.” These words, from his collection of letters known as Letters to Lucilius, carry timeless wisdom. They remind us that much of our pain does not come from the events themselves, but from the anxious rehearsals we perform in our minds.
By Zakir Ullah5 months ago in Psyche
Exploring Psychology and Psychoanalysis: My Research Journey. Content Warning.
My Journey in Psychology: From Research to Psychoanalysis and Digital Innovation My name is Daria Barabash — I am a psychologist, researcher, and founder of the project Mental Health db. My professional path combines academic psychology, psychoanalytic tradition, and modern technologies. In this article, I want to share my story — how I started, what knowledge and experience I have gained, and why today my work unites classic psychoanalytic ideas with innovative tools.
By Daria Barabash5 months ago in Psyche
