Released in 1979 by Joy Division, She’s Lost Control draws from the tragic true story of a young woman with epilepsy who died during a seizure, someone lead singer Ian Curtis had once worked with. The haunting lyrics take on an even deeper resonance considering Curtis himself was later diagnosed with the same condition. Set […]
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is often misunderstood, with many common misconceptions that can diminish the reality of the condition. For instance, people frequently associate OCD with being a perfectionist, overly neat, or highly organized. While these traits may appear in some individuals with OCD, they do not define the disorder. Some may even dismiss OCD as […]
A single welling tear, partially veiled, offers a glimpse into the complex tapestry of human emotion. In a world that frequently extols the virtues of stoicism and resilience, this image serves as a stark reminder of the vulnerability that lies beneath the surface of our daily lives. It is a testament to the power of […]
Anorexia Nervosa is a complex eating disorder characterized by an intense fear of weight gain and a distorted body image, often leading to severe restriction of food intake. Individuals suffering from anorexia often feel an overwhelming need for control, which can manifest in various ways throughout their lives. This strong drive for control interferes with […]
“The owl and the chimpanzee went to sea In a beautiful boat called The Mind The owl was sensible, clever and smart The chimp was a little behind The owl made decisions, based on fact And knew where to steer its ship. The chimp reacted a little too fast And often the boat would tip […]
The song ‘Numb’ by the Rock band ‘Linkin Park’ tells the story of a young college girl trying hard to fit into the expectations of her controlling mother. Desperate to seek her mother’s approval, she sacrifices her passion and talent to follow a career path her mother approves of, but the girl ends up feeling […]
Demi Lovato recently released a mini docu-series on YouTube called “Dancing with the Devil”. This four-episode documentary dives deep into Lovato’s recovery and the events leading up to her opioid overdose in July 2018. Many celebrities often keep their mental health issues private as it is often criticized and shamed by the public. Lovato makes it […]
Dawson Church, PhD, is an award-winning author and epigenetic researcher. Church explores the development of trauma in the brain and why certain techniques seem to be more effective than others. The main theme of this exclusive interview is about how to gain control of one’s own healing journey. More specifically, understanding one’s trauma and how […]
The video entitled “Dream Completion Technique”, speaks about ways to stop and prevent nightmares and night terrors, especially in trauma survivors. In the general population, approximately 1 out of every 20 people experience night terrors, where as in trauma survivors the statistic skyrockets to 9 out of 10 patients. The video emphasizes that you are […]
Control, a song performed by artist Halsey, is a personification of her own mental illness. After being diagnosis with bipolar disorder in her teenage years, she now presents powerful imagery and emotion in her songs about her battle for control over her disease. Feature image by Tao-B on Flickr.