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Social media dramatically impacts our offline lives and mental well-being; examine its benefits, risks and controversies through scientific studies, real-life anecdotes and more.
Loud Silence. Top Story - June 2024.
My life is somewhat stressful right now. Actually, my husband and I are somewhat stressed right now. With the usual stresses of work, finances, and life, my mother-in-law has terminal cancer and is fading fast. At the time of this writing, she is stable, and we have help from cousins to see her, spend time with her, and help with her care.
By J. Delaney-Howeabout a month ago in Psyche
American Equality
Does America’s reputation for being a land of opportunity hold up for every people group? While it is apparent that the United States has failed to live up to its stated ideals, the proportion of people allowed to succeed has expanded over time. From the emancipation of slaves in 1863 to the women’s expansion of rights in 1920, or from the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to the allowance of homosexuality in 2003—and further, the sanctioning of homosexual marriage in 2015—the circle of inclusivity has ever widened as time has passed. However, not every group given equality under the law has thrived. Homosexuals have done increasingly well in the last two decades. While they do report a higher level of suicidal attempts when compared to the general population—63.18 per 100,000 and 14.04 per 100,000, respectively—they average a 10% higher rate of income than the general population.
By Geno C. Foral2 months ago in Psyche
The Drake-Kendrick Rap Beef: A Case Study of Mob Psychology . Content Warning.
The following article contains disturbing allegations of criminal activity that some readers may find upsetting. The most famous example of “mob psychology” is the Salem Witch Trials. Since witches do not exist, the absurdity of that situation is self-evident. Yet, the same psychological dynamics which brought that almost comedic tragedy to bear are ready to be tapped into in any society at any time. The Red Scares and the internment of Japanese-Americans are other notable examples in American history. Similar things have happened on much smaller scales, though typically within a continuum, such as the famous trial after the Boston Massacre or, more recently, the case involving the Central Park 5. Sometimes, it’s a zeitgeist of paranoia that sweeps over a nation; at other times, it concerns just one person and a small group of people to outnumber them. Yet, no matter how many people are involved, it always looks the same.Four characteristics of mob psychology allow it to self-perpetuate with devastating consequences: 1) it abandons nuance, 2) it labels defenders of the accused as guilty of the same thing as the accused, 3) it rewards those who promote its aims, and 4) it does bad in the name of good.
By Martin Vidal2 months ago in Psyche
5 Reddit Posts That Solved Unexplained Mysteries
In the annals of internet lore, there exists a haunting tale that began with a simple Reddit post in the year 2014. It was on the digital stage of the r/legaladvice subreddit where a user under the enigmatic pseudonym RBradbury1920 unleashed a narrative that would grip the online community with fear and fascination.
By Saket Kumar3 months ago in Psyche
The Invisble amongst us . Top Story - May 2024.
"In January 2021, I was driving to see my mother at a local hospital. Traffic halted suddenly, and I was so happy I did not strike the vehicle in front of me. I gazed up in my rear-view mirror just as the vehicle behind struck my little sub-compact vehicle. "
By Bruce Curle `3 months ago in Psyche
The Crow's Nest
Journalists occasionally troll for answers, and sometimes, they get trolled right back. A battle of 'pens' may ensue, or (you might surmise), a seemingly endless game of Tom and Jerry. Even ghostwriters — who attempt to remain as anonymous as possible — fall victim to trolls; often a result of their efforts to arrive at a sliver of truth, which may awaken sleeping lions who wish to maintain their interests and keep such information buried.
By Delusions of Grandeur 3 months ago in Psyche
Exploring the Enigmatic World of Reality Shifting
Within certain circles, there exists a captivating phenomenon known as reality shifting. While its roots may be traced back to anime and manga, it's far more than just a fleeting trend. Reality shifting is often misunderstood or dismissed as nothing more but a mere fantasy or a means of daydreaming.
By Gail Kathleen Pilapil3 months ago in Psyche