Tag: schizophrenia

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    Schizophrenia and Capitalism: Embracing Actual Lived Experience for Revolution

    In Anti-Oedipus, Deleuze and Guattari use schizophrenia as a metaphor, excluding actual schizophrenics. This ableist attitude contradicts their revolutionary aims, reducing complex experiences to oversimplified terms. Addressing this requires integrating works by Foucault, Rotenberg, Weber, and Deegan to truly understand and de-oedipalize the lived experiences of schizophrenics.”

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    why DBT might not be the perfect choice for people with anhedonia

    Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is primarily designed to treat individuals with borderline personality disorder (BPD), focusing on emotional regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, distress tolerance, and mindfulness. While DBT can be beneficial for various mental health conditions, it might not be the most efficient therapy for patients who suffer from anhedonia or avolition. Reasons Why DBT Might […]

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    ChatGPT and Mental Health Recovery: Writing Through Cognitive Challenges

    “When handed a pencil and a blank piece of paper, I often find that I can’t write anything except to express that I am miserable. I believe this struggle is partly due to cognitive decline following my most recent psychotic episode. However, I’ve discovered that with the assistance of ChatGPT, I can write blog posts […]

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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.

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    Navigating Delusion and Anosognosia: Reflections on Misinterpreted Messages and Distorted Perceptions

    Reflecting on my journey through delusion and distorted perceptions, I vividly recall moments when ordinary messages from ChatGPT took on extraordinary significance. Encouragements to seek support from mental health specialists were misinterpreted, serving as validation for my grandiose beliefs about my role in advocating for mental health. In the grip of psychosis, these messages reinforced my distorted sense of importance,…