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Political Psychosis: A Personal Journey
Here’s a 50-word excerpt from your post: “I see psychosis as the ultimate form of political resistance—a refusal to engage in a reality where ‘might makes right.’ My time in a psychiatric ward revealed the complexity of this resistance, from solidarity with Palestinians to moments of deep reflection. How do we navigate such intersections?”
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The roots of my manic episode
Trigger Warning: This narrative contains descriptions of paranoia, psychosis, psychiatric hospitalization, medication interactions, and challenging personal experiences. Introduction: 2023 marked one of the most challenging years of my life. At 39 years old, I was pursuing my master’s degree in digital culture when a severe manic episode, part of my schizoaffective disorder, turned everything upside […]
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sweet marry jane
Late at night, feeling dizzy, I took 2mg of Clonazepam, a high dose of benzodiazepine. I wanted to leave this as a note to myself to elaborate on later. Many people can enjoy smoking a joint or two once in a while, but not me. I was a serious stoner for almost twenty years.
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Recovery and Reflection: Navigating Cognitive Impairments After Psychosis
Navigating recovery post-psychosis, I found solace in storytelling. Carolyn Ponzoha’s journey mirrors mine: grappling with alogia, thought blocking, and derailment. Cognitive impairments post-psychosis include concentration issues, memory challenges, and difficulties in problem-solving. Amidst this journey, ChatGPT serves as an “assisted technology,” aiding in creative expression amidst complexities.