stigma
People with mental illness represent one of the most deeply stigmatized groups in our culture. Learn more about it here.
Hot Communication In The Bedroom
James and Sarah were a couple that resided in a charming area of the city. They had spent many years together, having happy, humorous, and companionable times. But there was one part of their relationship that they had never spoken or explored: their imaginations and wants. It had changed from being a place of intimacy to doubt and hesitancy for them in the bedroom.
By Bala Tahir Yunusa 3 years ago in Psyche
Deciphering the Mind's Maze
Ever pondered the psychological intricacies entwined within the threads of classic literature? You’re hardly alone. For centuries, authors have artfully woven characters with complexities and mental conditions that not only intrigue us but also provide a window into human psyche—oftentimes inadvertently nudging us into confronting societal stigmas. Welcome to the compelling realm of literary psychopathology, where fiction offers a magnifying lens to examine the intricate labyrinths of the mind. Today, let's delve deep into a classic that has mystified readers for decades—Herman Melville's Moby Dick, with a focus on Captain Ahab's haunting Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
By Margaret S.3 years ago in Psyche
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 wurah3 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 Thomson3 years ago in Psyche
