Many people around the globe have experienced sadness and depression at one time or another. It is important to recognize the difference between a depression diagnosis and feelings of sadness as this will enable a person to deal with both in a healthy manner. Sadness is an emotion that we all experience from time to…
Rejection sensitive dysphoria is characterized by a strong emotional reaction to negative judgments, exclusions, or criticisms beyond what most people experience. It may seem to others that RSD sufferers are overly sensitive, overly perfectionistic, or overreactive to criticism. It is never nice to be rejected, whether it be by a crush, peers, family or co-workers….
Stigma is a way of thinking or acting negatively towards a certain group. If one group is treated differently than another, this can lead to discrimination. Having self-stigma refers to having negative attitudes or beliefs about yourself. The stigma of mental illness, HIV, and COVID-19 are just a few examples of medical conditions that cause…
Basically, stigma refers to negative attitudes or discrimination towards someone because of their distinguishing characteristics such as mental illness, disability, or health condition. Social stigma can also be influenced by gender, sexuality, race, religion and culture. It is still common for mental health to be stigmatized. It is not just mental illness that is stigmatized,…
What is gender dysphoria? The term “Gender Dysphoria” refers to the feeling of distress and discomfort that is experienced when the assigned gender does not match the person’s gender identification. People experiencing gender dysphoria may experience discomfort and distress as a result of the conflict between their physical body’s sexual characteristics and how they feel…