treatments

The past, present and future of psychiatric diagnosis and beliefs about treatment in every culture and pocket of society.

The Struggle of Waking Up Early: Why We Hate It and How to Make It Easier. AI-Generated.
📌 Introduction: The Eternal Morning Battle The alarm clock goes off. You hear it. You know you should get up. 📌 But your bed feels like heaven.
By Ahmet Kıvanç Demirkıran2 years ago in Psyche
In My Life. Content Warning.
We have been asked to "Share a transformative moment from your mental or emotional journey" and to be honest, I have had several in my life, so I will share a few that have happened to me and either changed my beliefs or strengthened them. As time passes, we should learn from things and use them to help ourselves move forward.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 2 years ago in Psyche
Change is a Part of Life
In the Sonapur village, the old mango tree was casting a shadow as the sun set. The slender dirt road where Rohan used to play was bathed in golden light. Now, years later, he was returning after a long time, a stranger to the place he once called home.
By Niranjon Chandra Roy2 years ago in Psyche
No One Dies Here Tonight
"No One Dies Here Tonight" A Murder A Mother A Search for Justice This Is MY True Story The sound of a heart monitor, and I quickly became acutely aware of the thumping beats of my heart, like a set of drums to a tune played on my phone. However, there were no accompanying instruments and my phone wasn't playing itunes.
By Susan Payton2 years ago in Psyche
The Whisper of the Peacock Feather - A Tale of Hidden Magic
Beneath the banyan tree, young Mira found a peacock feather glowing with iridescent hues. Its whispers would unravel a secret older than time itself.
By Perry2 years ago in Psyche
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder is NOT Just "Being Afraid of Germs"
What is OCD? OCD, or obsessive compulsive disorder, is a mental health disorder that is defined by a person's repetitive behaviors, intrusive thoughts, and "compulsions". A person with OCD may experience many different types of repetitive behaviors and thoughts, which usually stem from a specific thing, like being clean.
By Slgtlyscatt3red2 years ago in Psyche
The Luminous Grove
The night was alive with an otherworldly glow. As Aiden stepped cautiously through the dense woods, his breath hitched at the sight before him—a colossal ancient tree standing at the heart of a meadow, its roots sprawling like the veins of the earth. But what truly stole his breath away were the tiny, glowing fungi that surrounded its base, illuminating the ground with a mesmerizing blue hue.
By Perry2 years ago in Psyche
The Lost Gateway
The last rays of the sun were fading into the horizon. Eliana slowly walked towards the luminous cave, feeling as if this path would lead her to another world. Tiny glowing specks floated around her, as if signaling the presence of an unknown force.
By Perry2 years ago in Psyche
🕰️ The Paradox of Time. AI-Generated.
Introduction: The Strange Feeling of "Never Enough Time" Time is the one thing we all have in common. We all get 24 hours in a day, yet some people seem to accomplish so much, while others constantly feel like they’re running out of time.
By Ahmet Kıvanç Demirkıran2 years ago in Psyche
Find The Missing Puzzle Pieces: How Anemia and Hypothyroidism Contributed to My Depression
One thing that gave me hope while dealing with depression was knowing that if I get better, there is a better life waiting for me. Despite my best efforts, I kept cycling between recovery and relapse. Finally, I understood I had to be on medication or therapy or under monitoring forever. I wondered if depression was a psychiatric issue tied to my brain, a biochemical imbalance in my hormones, or a philosophical struggle of the mind. I couldn’t figure out which it was. It turns out it’s a combination of all three.
By Smita2 years ago in Psyche
Was It A Breakdown Or A Breakthrough?. Honorable Mention in The Metamorphosis of the Mind Challenge.
One year after my divorce, I went back with my husband, the father of my two children. He was sober and I always thought we would be happy together if he could quit drinking and using drugs.
By Denise E Lindquist2 years ago in Psyche
Anora (2024) - A Riveting Exploration of Dreams and Realities
"Anora" directed by Sean Baker, is a 2024 American comedy-drama that has garnered significant attention for its compelling narrative and outstanding performances. The film follows the tumultuous journey of Anora Mikheeva, portrayed by Mikey Madison, a young sex worker from Brooklyn who impulsively marries Vanya Zakharov, the son of a Russian oligarch. This sudden union sets off a chain of events as Vanya's parents intervene, attempting to annul the marriage, forcing Anora to navigate the complexities of her new reality.
By Perry2 years ago in Psyche