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Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

It's Not Fair: Why Some People Don't 'Get' Mental Health

Blaming those with mental illness is often easier than acknowledging their suffering.
Serious mental illness symptoms can be misinterpreted as laziness or irresponsibility.
Mental health conditions are neurobiological, deserving similar respect as physical illnesses.
Individuals with mental health issues deserve compassion, not stigma.
Social justice
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Ciara Kelly: The softer society is on drugs, the more mainstream they become. We should be debating the merits of liberal attitudes

Compassion and acceptance of drug addiction have increased over the past 25 years, with reduced stigma and improved understanding.
fromkffhealthnews.org
2 weeks ago

Workplace mental health at risk as key federal agency faces cuts

In Connecticut, construction workers in the Local 478 union connect with a recovery coach after completing addiction treatment, receiving daily check-ins and support for a year.
Public health
LGBT
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

The Problem Isn't Consensual Non-Monogamy-It's the Judgment

Consensual non-monogamy relies on mutual consent and transparency among partners, differing fundamentally from infidelity.
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

Toward a Better Understanding of Electroconvulsive Therapy

Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is misunderstood, partly due to its historical stigma and lack of clarity about its mechanisms.
#aids
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Psychosis Isn't a Mystery: It's a Public Health Issue

Destigmatizing psychosis leads to better societal understanding and improved assistance.
Psychosis affects individuals and society, necessitating awareness and education.
Cultural biases may cause misdiagnosis in psychotic disorders.
Early detection and intervention can significantly enhance outcomes for those with psychosis.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Stanford Research Finds That "Therapist" Chatbots Are Encouraging Users' Schizophrenic Delusions and Suicidal Thoughts

AI chatbots currently lack the capabilities to responsibly handle severe mental health issues, posing significant risks to users.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

What Stimulant Medication Can Do for the ADHD Brain

Stigma and misunderstanding surrounding ADHD caused a delay in seeking diagnosis and treatment for the author.
#bipolar-disorder
Humor
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

How Amy Tee Turned Bipolar Into Brilliance

Amy Tee's diagnosis of bipolar disorder transformed her life, helping her manage mental illness and inspiring her comedy.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Getting Unstuck From a Diagnosis

Bipolar disorder influences many aspects of life but does not solely define an individual.
Personal growth is possible beyond the trauma of mental illness.
Humor
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

How Amy Tee Turned Bipolar Into Brilliance

Amy Tee's diagnosis of bipolar disorder transformed her life, helping her manage mental illness and inspiring her comedy.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Getting Unstuck From a Diagnosis

Bipolar disorder influences many aspects of life but does not solely define an individual.
Personal growth is possible beyond the trauma of mental illness.
Cancer
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

The taboo colon cancer symptom millennials are afraid to tell their doctors about

Discussing symptoms like anal bleeding is crucial for early detection of colon cancer, yet many feel embarrassed to do so.
#autism
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

RFK Jr. Claimed Autism Destroys' Lives. Autistic People Disagree.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s comments on autism prompted widespread criticism for perpetuating stigma and damaging perceptions of autistic individuals.
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

RFK Jr. Claimed Autism Destroys' Lives. Autistic People Disagree.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s comments on autism prompted widespread criticism for perpetuating stigma and damaging perceptions of autistic individuals.
Women
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

'Baywatch' star Nicole Eggert says the television show hurt her dating life

Nicole Eggert shared her challenging experience on 'Baywatch', highlighting the stigma and misconceptions that affected her life after the show.
#neurodiversity
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

"Aren't We All Neurodivergent?"

Increased acceptance of neurodiversity leads to more people identifying as neurodivergent, though its meaning may diminish if everyone claims the label.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

The Power of Neurodiversity-Affirming Mental Healthcare

Neurodiversity-affirming care improves trust in healthcare providers and combats systemic stigma against neurodiverse individuals.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

"Aren't We All Neurodivergent?"

Increased acceptance of neurodiversity leads to more people identifying as neurodivergent, though its meaning may diminish if everyone claims the label.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

The Power of Neurodiversity-Affirming Mental Healthcare

Neurodiversity-affirming care improves trust in healthcare providers and combats systemic stigma against neurodiverse individuals.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Demystifying Pleasure: Openness About Masturbation Matters

Masturbation is a normal part of human sexuality that should not be stigmatized.
Education about masturbation can help combat shame and promote healthy sexual communication.
SF LGBT
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

My Family Kept My Dad's Secret For Years. I Wasn't Prepared For What Telling The Truth Would Mean.

Family secrets can be burdensome, particularly those related to health and stigma.
The 1980s HIV/AIDS epidemic was marked by significant social stigma and misinformation.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

The Legal Prosecution of Consensual Non-monogamy

Legally, there are no national protections for CNM relationships and scant... local protections. When CNM is legally prosecuted, it usually happens in civil, family, and military courts.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

The True Cost of Pain Stigma

Managing cancer pain is crucial, yet many patients endure unnecessary suffering due to stigma about opioid use.
Balancing the risks and benefits of opioids in cancer pain management is essential.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Mental ill-health is losing its stigma, but it's still used to blame victims of abuse

The Metropolitan police failed to investigate a predatory officer and instead spread false claims about his victim's mental health.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

What's Wrong With How We See Epilepsy?

Epilepsy affects 50 million globally, yet myths perpetuate stigma and misunderstandings.
Purple Day, on March 26, is crucial for raising awareness and challenging myths about epilepsy.
Public education and policy reform are essential to combat stigma and improve treatment options.
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

Sometimes, When Battling Shame, It Helps to Have an Ally

She was terrified to get her hearing checked, even though she couldn't hear people at work, and she had to mumble or nod as if she did.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

The Challenge of Staying in Long-Term Treatment

Understanding schizophrenia requires a shift in perspective towards medication adherence and awareness of the disconnect between diagnosis and treatment acceptance.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago

'I was drawn into a secretive world of chemsex and it turned me into a zombie'

Chemsex can initially feel liberating but often leads to addiction and deterioration of life quality.
Everyday cooking
fromBon Appetit
5 months ago

A High-Protein, Low-Carb Dosa Recipe to Fuel Your Mornings

Food can evoke joy and nostalgia, but living with diabetes necessitates thoughtful reconsideration of dietary choices.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
5 months ago

The Truth About Multiple Personalities

The stigma surrounding dissociative identity disorder (DID) is harmful, exacerbated by Hollywood's inaccurate portrayals and inadequate clinician understanding.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
5 months ago

Why Suicide Isn't Talked About

Suicide is often viewed as irrational despite its potential to affect anyone under extreme distress.
Open discussions about suicide are crucial for reducing stigma and finding solutions.
Social justice
fromFast Company
5 months ago

Making jobs and schools accessible to people with disabilities benefits everyone, research shows

The Trump administration's stance reflects widespread misconceptions about the abilities of people with disabilities and undermines workplace inclusion efforts.
Arsenal
fromwww.90min.com
5 months ago

Arsenal launch 'Every Stain Should Be Part of the Game' campaign with Persil

The 'Every Stain Should Be Part of the Game' campaign seeks to empower female athletes by addressing period-related stigma.
fromShopify
5 months ago

How Fur's Founders Pioneered a New Beauty Category Through Trust and Persistence (2025) - Shopify

Fur's founders successfully transformed the pubic hair care category into a multimillion-dollar business through quality products and trust-building.
fromIndependent
6 months ago

Robert De Niro won't change his daughter's nappy - two parents weigh in on why that attitude stinks

Modern fatherhood involves shared caregiving roles, challenging traditional perceptions and reducing stigma around fathers' involvement.
Changing societal narratives around fatherhood reflect an increasing acceptance of men in caregiving duties.
fromwww.npr.org
6 months ago

Why are so many indigenous Panamanians contracting HIV and dying of AIDS?

HIV stigma in the Ngabe-Bugle territory is contributing to a severe health crisis, isolating individuals like Joti from their families.
The Ngabe-Bugle region faces a significant HIV epidemic, with alarming rates of infection and mortality, especially among youth.
Books
fromBuzzFeed
9 months ago

People Who Dated Adult Film Stars, Sex Workers, And Onlyfans Creators Are Sharing What It Was Like, And The Responses Are Super Eye-Opening

The stigma around sex work in the US is slowly changing as people recognize it as a legitimate profession.
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