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People with mental illness represent one of the most deeply stigmatized groups in our culture. Learn more about it here.
Coercive Control and Technology-Facilitated Sexual Abuse. Content Warning.
Habit tracking can be an incredibly helpful tool for building healthy habits and accomplishing goals. Unfortunately, it can also be a convenient method for abusers to exert further control over their victims.
By Veronica Wren3 months ago in Psyche
Hidden Costs and Lasting Shame of Financial Abuse. Top Story - April 2024. Content Warning.
I’ve always been responsible with my money. I have a job that pays decently, although (like many in our inflated economy) I should definitely be making more for what I do. I regularly check my credit score. I don’t eat out much, nor do I spend frivolously on non-essentials.
By Veronica Wren3 months ago in Psyche
Lesser Known Abuse Tactics Silencing Victims. Content Warning.
For half a decade, my every thought and action were heavily monitored and dissected by my abusive partner. Every step, every decision about my body, who I was allowed to contact, even the things I thought were mercilessly scrutinized and controlled.
By Veronica Wren3 months ago in Psyche
Exploring the Influence of Childhood Experiences on the Psyche
Childhood experiences play a pivotal role in shaping an individual's psyche. These formative years are a crucial period for emotional, cognitive, and social development. Various psychological theories suggest that early experiences can significantly impact an individual's personality, behavior, and mental health later in life. In this article, we will delve into the intricate ways in which childhood experiences influence the psyche, drawing from both psychological research and real-life examples.
By BLESSING COOL 3 months ago in Psyche
A Peer Supporter's Guide to Understanding the Definition of Progress in Our Mental Health Journey's
I used to be just like many of you out there, believing that persistent, challenging thoughts and feelings meant I was either regressing or not moving forward quickly enough in managing my ADHD and generalized anxiety. However, I've learned that our conventional 'in with the good, out with the bad' philosophy, while appealing, oversimplifies the complex realities of our mental health challenges.
By Sandy Pace 3 months ago in Psyche
Things I Refuse to Feel Guilty About Doing in My Mental Health Journey
A few weeks ago, I found myself reflecting on my mental health journey since the relapse I experienced nearly a year ago. Instead of succumbing to feelings of shame, I discovered a sense of pride in my progress. Despite the setback of experiencing a relapse for the first time in five years, it served as motivation for me to confront other challenges and obstacles that I had been avoiding in my mental health recovery journey.
By Sandy Pace 3 months ago in Psyche
Great News! This Sexist Is No Longer a Cop. Content Warning.
As I’ve begun writing about the misconduct and bigotry I experienced during my time in law enforcement, I realize just how much processing I still have ahead of me (is that a cute way of saying I have CPTSD?)
By Veronica Wren4 months ago in Psyche
My Worst Financial Mistake? Being An Abuse Victim
I consider myself pretty responsible and knowledgeable when it comes to my finances. I’m also, as discussed in previous articles, thousands of dollars in debt. Is that crushing number something that should cause me shame?
By Veronica Wren4 months ago in Psyche
Did You Say Death By Mental Illness ?
“We lost our beautiful mother to the disease of mental illness.” The words were deliberate. Powerful. And full of truth. It was a teachable moment, gracefully fulfilled when Ashley and Wynonna Judd uttered these words to the public last year, announcing the sad, untimely death of their mother, the beloved country music icon.
By Joe Guay - Dispatches From the Guay Life!!4 months ago in Psyche
How to care for oneself while grieving
How to care for oneself while grieving Grief in its entirety strikes while you least expect it. The atrocity of sadness lies in the false notion of being alone and having it all together all the time. To be or not to be in the constant state of despair is not in one’s hands, as melancholy varies in its intensity ranging from a dejected mood to deep and chronic loneliness. Oftentimes people subject their negativity to a mere passage of time, but often there is an underlying cause that needs to be addressed and healed to become in a state of awareness of their emotions and innate being. It is important to bring light to the need to embrace one’s emotions and not shame ourselves with guilt when we don't feel happy or in rhythm with our souls. Often we lose the sense of self when surrounded by grief.
By Hridya Sharma4 months ago in Psyche