medicine

The medicalization of mental illness has given rise to many forms of pharmacological relief that restore chemical imbalances in one's brain.

Why Some People Wake Up at 3 AM for No Reason
Your eyes snap open. The clock reads 3 AM. The world outside is silent, but your mind? Wide awake. It is not just a one-time thing either. This middle-of-the-night wake-up call keeps happening, leaving you drained when morning comes. What is going on? Why does your body insist on cutting your sleep short at the same time every night? The answer lies in sleep cycles, hormones, and the sneaky habits that sabotage deep rest.
By Ojoabout a year ago in Psyche
a kindle inspired breakdown. Runner-Up in The Metamorphosis of the Mind Challenge. Top Story - March 2025. Content Warning.
I'm not much of a crier but I used to be. I tell my counselor and my mental health nurse that quite often, when I am sharing emotional stories with them, I just cannot breakdown and cry. I even asked if it was my medication that I am on that just makes me unable to cry. My psychiatrist told me that sometimes we just build up emotional walls to certain things and when that wall breaks- you need to be prepared for it.
By Chloe Rose Violet 🌹about a year ago in Psyche
The Psychological Underpinnings of Benevolent Sexism: A Comprehensive Exploration
A recent study by Clever Girl found that "benevolent sexism" (BS) can hurt women in the short and long term. Benevolent sexism is when someone (usually a man) says something that seems supportive and upbeat but is based on traditional gender stereotypes. Unlike hostile sexism or other overt forms of discrimination, it is unique in that it is often used with intentionally positive intentions and is usually interpreted as such by the recipient. For example, Carla and Alex have been anticipating their manager's annual performance reviews.
By Hridya Sharmaabout a year ago in Psyche
The Shadows I Fear. Content Warning.
For the last 15 years I have struggled with what I call "negative hallucinations" whenever I get too much stress in my life. They typically take the form of shadows saying some really dark and untrue things like:
By The Schizophrenic Momabout a year ago in Psyche
The Unseen Hero: How My Psychiatrist Saved My Life
While many can point to specific life events as turning points, their significance varies. I experienced three worst moments: betrayal,abuse,death. The experience I'm about to share is the 4th pivotal moment that changed my life's trajectory and revealed my hidden depression.
By Smitaabout a year ago in Psyche
The Largest Challenge We Face On The Road To Success
The Road to Success often Feels like a Struggle. It is something we All Experience. The "Specifics" are usually Different from Person to Person.
By Dr. Cody Dakota Wooten, DFM, DHM, DAS (hc)about a year ago in Psyche
The Silent Challenges of Night Shifts in Emergency Medicine
Disclaimer: All identifying details have been modified to protect patient privacy. Working in emergency medicine means preparing for the unexpected, but nothing quite compares to the unique challenges of the night shift. The hospital at 2 a.m. has a different rhythm—slower in some ways, but no less intense. The quiet hum of the monitors, the echo of footsteps in near-empty hallways, the heightened focus that comes when resources are stretched thin—these are the realities of working while the rest of the city sleeps.
By Gianluca Cerri MDabout a year ago in Psyche
Scientists Capture the Exact Moment a Memory Forms
The human brain has always been a mystery, but researchers have just pulled back the curtain on something extraordinary. Scientists have successfully observed the precise moment a memory forms at the molecular level, a breakthrough that could reshape our understanding of learning, memory loss, and even conditions like Alzheimer’s disease. This is not just another scientific theory or speculation. It’s a real, documented event that shows how our brains store experiences in a way we can finally see.
By Ojoabout a year ago in Psyche
When Success Becomes Your Worst Enemy
We live in a world that is Obsessed with Success. "How do I Get Success?" "What makes it come Faster?" "When will I get the Big Deals and Bucks?"
By Dr. Cody Dakota Wooten, DFM, DHM, DAS (hc)about a year ago in Psyche
Two Horribly Painful Things That Frequently Stand In The Way Of Our Success
The Path to Success can be Littered with Obstacles and Challenges. Some of them we Face on our Own. Some of them we Face with Others.
By Dr. Cody Dakota Wooten, DFM, DHM, DAS (hc)about a year ago in Psyche
Daring Greatly: Lessons from the Arena of Mental Health Battle
I’m sitting in a room after resigning from my dream job. Reading Daring Greatly by Brene Brown where I found this speech. This is Roosevelt’s famous speech about the man in the arena that I first heard from Brene Brown. Today it felt like he is directly talking to me.
By Smitaabout a year ago in Psyche
Review of the "7 Days To Drink Less" Program by Georgia Foster. AI-Generated.
Struggling to cut down on alcohol but not sure where to start? The "7 Days To Drink Less" program by Georgia Foster might be your answer. This program offers a structured, supportive approach to help you reduce your alcohol intake in just one week. Whether you're aiming to improve your health, gain more control, or simply want to drink less, this program provides practical tools and strategies to make that happen.
By Cassandra Richardsabout a year ago in Psyche