addiction
The realities of addition; the truth about living under, above and beyond the influence of drugs and alcohol.
what happens when you quit your phone
your phone changes your brain as the average American touches their phone 2 600 times per day and this constant scrolling has altered your brain's neurology so what would happen to your brain and body if you tried to quit your phone?
By Mahboubeh Fallahi4 months ago in Psyche
Healing and Recovery Through Art
For centuries, some of the most famous artists have been victims of trauma and violence—especially childhood ones. While I am of the firm opinion that no human should ever be traumatized by another human being, there is no denying: Trauma, tragedy, sadness, and mental anguish are beautiful muses. These horrifying things have been the muse of many a famous artist throughout history.
By Hope Martin4 months ago in Psyche
Addiction : a brain disease not a moral failing
Addiction is defined as not having control over doing, taking, or using something to the point where it could be harmful to you. Previous to understanding the science, it was thought that addiction resulted from a lack of willpower and was a moral failing. But we now know that addiction is a physiological disease. It changes the brain's structure in ways that can alter the way it works and processes information.
By Mahboubeh Fallahi4 months ago in Psyche
One Rainy Receipt
One Rainy Receipt The rain had been falling since morning — a slow, steady drizzle that made everything look blurred, softened, and somehow lonelier. Maya sat by the window, her fingers wrapped around a cup of now-cold coffee. The scent of rain mixed with the faint bitterness of espresso, and she thought about how silence had its own kind of noise — the quiet hum that fills the space when someone is gone.
By Abdul Muhammad 4 months ago in Psyche
Keeping the Mind Young: Science-Backed Ways to Slow Brain Ageing
As we age, we often expect wrinkles, weaker bones, or slower movement — but what truly worries most people is the ageing of the mind. Forgetting names, losing focus, or feeling mentally fatigued can be frightening signs that our brain is changing. Yet, science is uncovering hopeful news: the brain is not a machine doomed to wear out. It’s a living, adaptable organ capable of renewal, repair, and growth at any age — if we give it the right conditions.
By Esther Sun4 months ago in Psyche
The End of Spontaneity: Why Every Plan Feels Like Work Now. AI-Generated.
There was a time when spontaneity was considered the highest proof of freedom. Someone would call you at midnight, whisper “let’s go grab fries”, and the next thing you knew, you were in a neon-lit diner, telling secrets you wouldn’t remember the next morning. There was no calendar invite, no shared Google Doc, and certainly no “is everyone free at 8 p.m. next Thursday?”
By Ahmet Kıvanç Demirkıran4 months ago in Psyche
Why Women Test You Harder Once They Feel Attracted
Many men think attraction is the “finish line” in dating. You win her interest, she likes you, and now everything should get easier, right? Not exactly. In reality, attraction is only the beginning. Once a woman feels genuinely drawn to you, something interesting happens: she often starts to test you more.
By Zeeshan Ahmad4 months ago in Psyche
Your Body Definitely Keeps The Score . Top Story - October 2025.
That is one massive (albeit alarming) statistic. No wonder why we can all feel a bit f*cked up, or the world certainly does, if our garden has been watered accordingly, and all of the relevant weeds have been pulled out - metaphorically speaking of course. The author of the book by the same title (The Body Keeps The Score), Bessel van der Kolk paves the way for a grounding, heavy, eye opening yet awesome read into the human psyche; and (of course) trauma plays a significant role. All of our not so positive thoughts and setbacks to teach us lesson after lesson are all the epitome of trauma. This is why life can feel like smooth sailing for a small percentage of people; while for the majority of us, life is blighted with issue after issue, all thanks to the subconscious. (And that includes all of those circumstances in the opening image of this article.)
By Justine Crowley4 months ago in Psyche
Showing Up
Human beings are social creatures, and much of our identity is built on how others perceive us. Most of us want to be respected, admired, and included. Yet for some people, this need turns into a compulsion. They develop the habit of “showing up”— inserting themselves into situations not to contribute meaningfully, but to be noticed, admired, or seen as superior. To observers, this behavior often comes across as arrogant or ignorant. But psychology shows that behind such attention-seeking displays lie complex motivations, insecurities, and social dynamics.
By Life Hopes5 months ago in Psyche
