vintage
From Freud to phrenology to old-school outlooks, a look back at vintage psychiatry and mental health treatments as documented throughout history.
The Hidden Psychology of Connection
In a world more digitally connected than ever, loneliness is paradoxically thriving. As we scroll through social media feeds and interact with AI companions, we find ourselves surrounded by virtual connections that, in reality, leave us feeling more isolated than before. Eric Solomon, Ph.D., explores this paradox and reveals how the very tools meant to keep us connected might be deepening our sense of isolation.
By SophiaSoso10 months ago in Psyche
Behind the Veil
America offers an illusion of sex, wealth, fame, and emancipation. Behind the shiny magazines, the bright lights, and the faked climaxes is an industry founded on exploitation, shattered hope, drug dependency, and mere subsistence. Internet performers and strippers are usually empowered on the surface — boasting cash, poise, and power. Well, what goes on backstage? Let’s pull that curtain back.
By Debarghya Chatterjee10 months ago in Psyche
100 Reasons Why
Sometimes the price of loving so deeply comes with the quiet wondering if I should just stop caring about other people and turn dark, the path I see so many other kind souls go down after feeling the pain of this world. So, I wanted to write a list of 100 reasons that I love exactly who I am - for the days when my heart grieves and aches as my mind explores the myriad of reasons that I should be anyone other than myself - to avoid causing myself so much pain.
By The Schizophrenic Mom11 months ago in Psyche
The Dream Weaver
You may happily find me in the ephemeral realm of creative slumber, where imagination knows no bounds and logic takes a backseat. Tis the land of the dreamer’s mind within stars and celestial bodies. Ancient sages meet the dreamer in me gazing up at twinkling narratives....hopefully i fall asleep while waiting to decipher their luminous codes
By Antoni De'Leon11 months ago in Psyche
