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Lists about all things mental health; explore psychiatric disorders, treatments and mental illness misconceptions from the common to the obscure.

10 Things Everyone Should Know About PMDD
My self-care game is strong. It’s had to be. For the last couple of years, I’ve had many physical and mental health symptoms that I didn’t understand. All I could do was manage them. I learned how to listen to my body, and I used every single one of my coping skills. It still wasn’t enough.
By Crystal Jackson3 years ago in Psyche
4 Primary Types Of Narcissists
What Is Narcissism? The British author and physician Havelock Ellis first recognized narcissism as a mental disease in 1898.
By Lory Farran3 years ago in Psyche
Narcissism And Personality Disorders
Are all personality disorders the outcomes of frustrated narcissism? During our formative years (6 months to 6 years old), we are all “narcissists”. Primary Narcissism is a useful and critically important defense mechanism. As the infant separates from his mother and becomes an individual, it is likely to experience great apprehension, fear, and pain. Narcissism shields the child from these negative emotions. By pretending to be omnipotent, the toddler fends off the profound feelings of isolation, unease, pending doom, and helplessness that are attendant on the individuation-separation phase of personal development.
By kavinda ranabahu3 years ago in Psyche
119 Ways Cheaters Are Similar To Rapists
Disclaimer. I personally have been victim to rape twice, once as a kid and once as an adult, both times by women, and I personally have been cheated on at least four times. I have never cheated in a relationship, I've never raped anyone before, and I would never cheat nor would I ever rape anyone. As it looks by the evidence - they are both one and the same thing, merely separated by slight dynamics. But the events, the harms, the traumas, the narcissistic tendencies themed, they are very, very, very much the same between the two.
By Shaun V.3 years ago in Psyche
Before Trying Probiotics, Beware of These Potential Side Effects
Probiotics are a popular dietary supplement in the United States, with many people taking them to improve gut health and boost the immune system. They are widely available in various forms such as capsules, tablets, powders, and liquids and can be found in many health food stores, supermarkets, and online. The use of probiotics has grown rapidly in recent years in the US, with an increasing number of people taking them to improve their health and well-being. The market for probiotics is expected to continue to grow in the US as more research is conducted on their potential health benefits. However, it is important to note that probiotics are not regulated by the FDA as drugs, so their safety and efficacy may vary. It is always best to consult with a healthcare professional before taking any supplements including probiotics.
By Addison3 years ago in Psyche
What Makes INFJs Tick
The INFJ is said to be the personality type who has a natural understanding of the human condition and human dynamics. Some people describe us as us having an innate capacity to know what makes people “tick”.
By the infj ghost3 years ago in Psyche
The Art of Time Management
Introduction: In today's fast-paced world, it can be hard to keep up with everything on our to-do lists. Whether you're a busy student, a working
By ALIN JOE3 years ago in Psyche
BookTok
The hashtag #booktok has 96.7B views (as of December 2022), so it's safe to say that TikTok is more than just videos of teenagers doing dance challenges. If you haven't heard of what's going on with the more "serious" side of TikTok, then click on this article to find out: What the Heck is TikTok?
By Angela Schnaubelt3 years ago in Psyche
Five Best Psychology Podcasts Of 2022
Psychology podcasts are tailor-made for podcasting because the “talk therapy” process is inherently an audio system. Instead of a mental health provider speaking with a patient, we have a podcast host speaking with psychology professionals.
By Frank Racioppi3 years ago in Psyche
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Apple juice. VeggieTales. Grape juice. Olive fingertips. Saturday mornings. Visiting the library and reading stacks. Climbing trees. Scooby-Doo and the gang.
By kp3 years ago in Psyche
Bittersweet Moments
Tw: death -finding a coin...but it's tail's up -graduating. Things are beginning. Things are ending. Those tears have no idea why they're on your cheek.
By Jay,when I write3 years ago in Psyche
How To Pick Up The Pieces After A Hurricane
The physical and emotional damage caused by hurricanes is immeasurable. And yet, people in the western hemisphere brace themselves for hurricane season every year, hoping and praying their homes will be spared.
By Edy Zoo 3 years ago in Psyche