#avoidant subtypes

[avpdpossum]

i might try to do a deep dive into the conflicted avoidant subtype at some point, and maybe the self-deserting subtype after that. every time i read the descriptions of them, i’m struck by how accurately they describe me, and i wish there was more info about the subtypes out there

[briarpatch-kids]

Though in case anyone is wondering I DO have a personality disorder it's just a Cluster C and those are treated as "annoying scaredy cat disease" instead of "shitty asshole disease"

[illnessfaker]

you can literally write up a post that says "did/osdd-1 shouldn't be seen as 'separate people in one mind'" (which is how plurality is defined) and yet it'll still get tagged as "plurality" by someone reblogging it without any comment

[3liza]

i need to get up and do chores but ive posted on here before about my pet theory that autism and ADHD also have two primary subtypes on the adrenergic axis and most autists will have either primarily adrenaline-seeking or adrenaline-avoidant behaviors depending on what they're lacking, with a mixture of upregulating or downregulating behaviors that address self-regulation of minor states. prior to the DSM-5 the split of ADHD into the separate ADD and ADHD subtypes with or without hyperactivity was maybe a more helpful taxonomy in some sense. i remember in the 90s that it was a pretty big deal to differentiate between the disruptive, class clown, hyperactive kids and the morose, withdrawn, sluggish kids for this reason.

there's been a lot of cortisol testing of autistic people and they kept finding contradictory cortisol levels in their subjects until recently one paper i read proposed that rather than autists universally being all high or all low, it seemed to be the case that having normal cortisol fluctuations over the day was a sign of being non-autistic, and the autism biomarker was instead that autists tended to produce the wrong amount of cortisol either for our internal clocks, or for the environment, and that we were usually running on either too much (agitation, overstimulation) or too little (fatigue, dissociation).

how much of this is a direct result of PTSD, or even more interestingly, a cause of PTSD, is one of the interesting factors

[sunderwight]

Thinking about SV demon culture as one struggling under the weight of imperialism, a violent ruling class with a might-makes-right mindset, and a lot of warfare.

I really don't like fics that imply that Luo Binghe's conquest of the demon realms just automatically improved living conditions there. I think both versions believed that they could conquer things, establish a new regime, and fix a lot of political issues in the process, I just don't think that would actually be the result of a violent takeover on the part of a cultural outsider with a patchy understanding of the actual multitude of demon cultures involved, whose only asset was an extreme capacity for physical violence and resilience against death.

Like, no wonder Bingge was always putting down uprisings and "rivals" for power -- a lot of his empire was probably actually being run by the demon wives or families of the demon wives he favored most, like Sha Hualing, or by preferred subordinates like Mobei Jun, who very probably pursued their own interests just as doggedly as they had prior to his rule. Only, this time they'd have been doing so with the added leverage of Luo Binghe's violence answering anyone who "rebelled" against "his" authority.

Demons in SV have myriad subtypes and subcultures. It seems really likely that a lot of them have been persecuted by others, that there are demon communities who have been subjugated, muscled out of ancestral homes, enslaved, wiped out, etc. This would probably even explain some "invasions" by demons into the human realm -- I'd imagine numerous cases across history of refugees being taken for (or described as) marauders by cultivation sects, or human communities unprepared or unwilling to deal fairly with visibly inhuman "monsters" and answering their approach with violence, or even displaced demons who did in fact become bandits and such in the fallout of various conflicts causing problems.

But there also would probably have been demons that succeeded in making their way in the human realm, and disguising what they were well enough that the sects never even knew. After all, most of the methods for alerting the sects to the presence of demons involve demons doing something violent (like the Skinner demon) or people seeing demons and going "ahhh!" about it. A demon or a family of demons uninterested in serial killing and only looking to get by and avoid the violence would likely not attract that kind of attention, just so long as they could pass as human too.

I do wonder if the reverse has ever happened as well. Human wars driving humans to seek refuge in the demon realms. It would conversely seem a lot more dangerous (demons are physically tougher than humans, and the demon realms are notoriously harsh), but in some cases it was probably like, well, life is hell already, at least the things trying to kill us in the demon realm are straightforward about it?

There are probably way more half-demons out there than just Luo Binghe, and even more demons with human ancestry or humans with demon ancestry. I wouldn't be surprised if demon ancestry actually played a roll in some humans being cultivation prodigies compared to others -- demons seem to have a natural physical power that most humans don't, and while their cultivation uses different energy, it would make sense of some aspects of things like a physical inclination to store, accrue, or manipulate energy in general could benefit even predominately human descendants of mixed blood.

But anyway, back to politics.

Tianlang Jun didn't seem to be a terribly proactive ruler either. Which on the one hand can be a good thing (he wasn't a tyrant, wasn't interested in waging wars or conquering others, didn't much care to throw his weight around), but someone was actually ruling in his absence. Conflicts were still happening, and being resolved. Tributes or taxes were still being paid to him, for him to live any kind of lavish lifestyle, which means they were being collected, rates were being determined, enforced, etc, which does beg the question of who was doing it. Not Zhuzhi Lang, certainly.

In Bingmei's time, the person actually running things is Shang Qinghua, which means also Mobei Jun is actually running things to some extent too. Shen Qingqiu loves demonic beasts but doesn't seem like he could care less about politics, and Luo Binghe only got this job in the first place because he was trying to impress him, and the post-canon extras would seem to indicate that they check out of the process as often as possible.

Mobei Jun and Shang Qinghua's rule probably makes things pretty hard for the southern demons who are traditionally loyal to the Heavenly Demons. I mean, apart from not being able to beat Luo Binghe in a fight, self-serving ambition would definitely be a motive for Mobei Jun to throw his lot in with him as soon as possible, right? "Give" the emperor your palace, your service, your resources, etc, and the emperor basically becomes Mobei's own tool to reinforce his sovereignty. In PIDW he even uses him to do that in a more immediate sense by bringing him to the fight with his uncle. In SV he decides Shang Qinghua is more suitable, which, symbolically, is even true. The cost of wielding Luo Binghe's authority is having to submit to it, but Shang Qinghua has elevated Mobei Jun even without that.

No wonder the southern demons couldn't get on Tianlang Jun's side fast enough when he reappeared. Given both Mobei Jun and Shang Qinghua's bias, the North has probably been running rampant with their own interests while the South gets hamstrung and dealt crumbs by comparison. Sha Hualing's clearly been trying to get on Luo Binghe's good side with minimal success ever since he got out of the Abyss. Unlike in PIDW, where she's a major player, here she's just an underling desperately playing catch-up and accidentally offending him all the time.

I wonder how that's impacting the complex arrangement of political alliances, cultures, and conflicts among the various factions in the demon realm. It'd probably be like if the remote and somewhat isolated North and Winterfell in ASOIAF/Game of Thrones suddenly became the new capital of the empire, and White Harbor became the main trade hub, while all the southern lords struggled to even get a foot in the door with the new king and kept pissing him off all the time. And every time they try to break free or rebel or kill him, it doesn't work and they get personally murdered by him. Meanwhile the northern lords are making off like bandits, with the current Lord Stark gay married to some inhuman warlock who does all his paperwork and somehow knows all your embarrassing secrets.

...That comparison got away from me. But I mean, it's kind of fascinating? A huge mess and likely miserable for a lot of demons, but still. The implications...

[literaryvein-reblogs]

Your blog is super helpful with advice and research.

Do you have any resources on writing a character with PTSD, specifically from the Vietnam War era? I want to be accurate and respectful.

Thank you so much!

Writing Notes: PTSD

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

in DSM–IV–TR, a disorder that may result when an individual lives through or witnesses an event in which they believe that there is a threat to life or physical integrity and safety and experiences fear, terror, or helplessness.

The symptoms are characterized by:

reexperiencing the trauma in painful recollections, flashbacks, or recurrent dreams or nightmares;

avoidance of activities or places that recall the traumatic event, as well as diminished responsiveness (emotional anesthesia or numbing), with disinterest in significant activities and with feelings of detachment and estrangement from others; and

chronic physiological arousal, leading to such symptoms as an exaggerated startle response, disturbed sleep, difficulty in concentrating or remembering, and guilt about surviving the trauma when others did not.

Subtypes are chronic posttraumatic stress disorder and delayed posttraumatic stress disorder.

When the symptoms do not last longer than 4 weeks, a diagnosis of acute stress disorder is given instead.

Changes in PTSD criteria from DSM–IV–TR to DSM–5 and DSM-5-TR include the following:

Exposure to the traumatic event may be secondhand if the event happens to a loved one or if there is repeated exposure to aversive details (e.g., as with first responders cleaning up after a disaster);

the subjective criterion requiring that the person feel fear, terror, or helplessness has been eliminated;

symptom clusters have been recategorized, with additional symptoms; and

separate criteria have been developed for children age 6 years or younger.

Who Develops PTSD?

Anyone can develop PTSD at any age.

Some factors can increase the chance that someone will have PTSD, many of which are not under that person's control.

For example, having a very intense or long-lasting traumatic event or getting injured during the event can make it more likely that a person will develop PTSD.

PTSD is also more common after certain types of trauma, like combat and sexual assault.

Personal factors—like previous traumatic exposure, age and gender—can affect whether a person will develop PTSD.

What happens after the traumatic event is also important.

Stress can make PTSD more likely, while social support can make it less likely.

What Are the Symptoms of PTSD?

PTSD symptoms usually start soon after the traumatic event, but they may not appear until months or years later.

They also may come and go over many years.

If the symptoms last longer than 4 weeks, cause you great distress, or interfere with your work or home life, you might have PTSD.

There are 4 types of PTSD symptoms.

To be diagnosed with PTSD, you need to have each type.

That said, everyone experiences symptoms in their own way.

Reliving the event (also called re-experiencing symptoms). 

Memories of the traumatic event can come back at any time.

They can feel very real and scary. For example:

You may have nightmares.

You may feel like you are going through the event again. This is called a flashback.

You may see, hear or smell something that causes you to relive the event. This is called a trauma reminder, cue or trigger. News reports, seeing an accident, or hearing fireworks are examples of trauma reminders.

Avoiding things that remind you of the event. 

You may try to avoid situations or people remind you of the trauma event.

You may even avoid talking or thinking about the event. For example:

You may avoid crowds because they feel dangerous.

You may avoid driving if you were in a car accident or if your military convoy was bombed.

If you were in an earthquake, you may avoid watching movies about earthquakes.

You may keep very busy or avoid getting help so you don't have to think or talk about the event.

Having more negative thoughts and feelings than before the event. 

The way you think about yourself and others may become more negative because of the trauma.

For example:

You may feel numb—unable to have positive or loving feelings toward other people—and lose interest in things you used to enjoy.

You may forget about parts of the traumatic event or not be able to talk about them.

You may think the world is completely dangerous, and no one can be trusted.

You may feel guilt or shame about the event, wishing you had done more to keep it from happening.

Feeling on edge or keyed up (also called hyperarousal). 

You may be jittery, or always alert and on the lookout for danger.

You might suddenly become angry or irritable. For example:

You may have a hard time sleeping.

You may find it hard to concentrate.

You may be startled by a loud noise or surprise.

You might act in unhealthy ways, like smoking, abusing drugs or alcohol, or driving aggressively.

What Are the Symptoms of PTSD in Children?

Children may have symptoms like those above or other symptoms.

As children get older, their symptoms are more like those of adults.

Here are some examples of PTSD symptoms in children and teens:

Children under 6 may get upset if their parents are not close by, have trouble sleeping, or act out the trauma in their play.

Children ages 7 to 11 may also act out the trauma through play, drawings or stories. Some have nightmares or become more irritable or aggressive. They may also want to avoid school or have trouble with schoolwork or friends.

Children ages 12 to 18 have symptoms more similar to adults: depression, anxiety, withdrawal, or reckless behavior like substance abuse or running away.

Vietnam War Veterans

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) has a long and complicated history.

During the Civil War it was call DaCostas Syndrome, named for the doctor who published about the troubling symptoms he was seeing in soldiers from both sides of battle. They suffered:

shortness of breath,

rapid pulse, and

fatigue during times of stress, and especially when recalling certain aspects of battle.

Shell shock,

Battle Fatigue, and

Post Vietnam Syndrome were all names given to symptoms of PTSD before it was officially added to the DSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders) as an anxiety disorder in 1980. It has since been changed to a trauma and stressor related disorder.

Military service and PTSD are often linked because of the danger men and women in the armed forces face.

Their ability to show grace and present calm after traumatic experiences in life threatening situations can often be misinterpreted by those around them as being “fine”.  

The reality of war zones often forces them to march forward without the opportunity to process the trauma as other civilians might be able to.

A flash of light, a noise, or unexpected movement can trigger a jarring memory for service members thus causing them to experience PTSD. 

Symptoms can be distressing to daily life and create daily traumatic experiences. 

In the past, the image of the brave soldier made acknowledging, discussing and getting help for PTSD nearly impossible for many veterans. 

Alcohol abuse, addiction, depression, muscoskeleton pain and other illnesses are frequently linked with PTSD and can cause problems in family and work life creating distress for veterans and the people who care most about them.

A major difference during the Vietnam War and previous wars was the homecoming experience.

While their fathers had come home from World War II to ticker-tape parades and national adulation, Vietnam veterans were often told to hide their military service or encouraged to not share it with others.

Many were maligned and mistreated.

This compounded the trauma that they experienced in Southeast Asia. 

Vietnam veterans worked to change the narrative around PTSD. Men like Max Cleland, Lewis Puller Jr., and Hal Moore openly spoke about their struggles adjusting to civilian life.

Do People With PTSD Get Better?

After a traumatic event, it's normal to think, act, and feel differently than usual--but most people start to feel better after a few weeks.

Talk to a doctor or mental health care provider (like a psychiatrist, psychologist, counselor or social worker) if your symptoms:

Last longer than a month

Are very upsetting

Disrupt your daily life

"Getting better" means different things for different people.

There are treatment options for PTSD. For many people, these treatments can get rid of symptoms altogether. Others find they have fewer symptoms or feel that their symptoms are less intense.

Your symptoms don't have to interfere with your everyday activities and relationships.

What Treatments are Available?

Both trauma-focused psychotherapy (sometimes called counseling or talk therapy) and medication are proven to treat PTSD.

Sometimes people combine psychotherapy and medication.

Trauma-focused psychotherapy

A few trauma-focused psychotherapies are the most highly recommended treatments for PTSD.

"Trauma-focused" means that the therapy focuses on the memory of the traumatic event or its meaning.

The 3 most effective types of trauma-focused psychotherapy are:

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) where you learn skills to understand how trauma changed your thoughts and feelings. Changing how you think about the trauma can change how you feel.

Prolonged Exposure (PE) where you talk about your trauma repeatedly until memories are no longer upsetting. This will help you get more control over your thoughts and feelings about the trauma. You also go to places or do things that are safe, but that you have been staying away from because they remind you of the trauma.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), which involves focusing on sounds or hand movements while you talk about the trauma. This helps your brain work through the traumatic memories.

Sources: 1 2 3 ⚜ More: Notes ⚜ Character Development (Tips & Notes) ⚜ PDFs

Consider the above notes, and then the following tips & advice to further develop your character:

Writing about Mental Health Conditions

Character Development

Thanks for telling me, I'm glad to hear that! You can find more information in the links. If you can, speaking with a person/s with PTSD would provide valuable insight into your story, as well as doing further research on media portrayals of and by people with PTSD. All the best with your writing!

[aventurineswife]

I would like to ask which of the HSR characters would be their favorite type of Goth Girl and how they interact with the goth girl reader.

HSR characters and their favourite type of Goth Girl

Hmm, that's a good question! I'm not very familiar with fashion, so I had to look up the different subtypes(?) and styles of Gothic fashion. Here’s what I came up with, but keep in mind—this is just my opinion on these specific characters!

Blade – Traditional or Occult Goth

Blade would gravitate towards a goth style that embodies the Traditional or Occult Goth aesthetic—dark, intense, and reminiscent of ancient mysteries. This style complements his own fractured soul and aligns with his sense of danger and fatalism.

Blade would admire her goth style in a quiet, intense way. He’d likely avoid compliments, but his lingering gaze would speak volumes. Occasionally, he’d make cryptic remarks about her choice of symbols or accessories, intrigued by the darker meaning behind her look.

He’d invite her on nighttime walks, where they could talk about life, pain, and purpose. Blade would share his own views on suffering and self-destruction, finding solace in knowing that someone understands the allure of darkness without flinching.

When she shares her own struggles, Blade would respond with empathy, quietly urging her to embrace her scars. He’d consider her as a kindred spirit, united by a mutual understanding of darkness, perhaps even guiding her towards finding strength in their pain.

Kafka – Elegant or Victorian Goth

Kafka would be enchanted by an Elegant or Victorian Goth style, one that exudes mystery, timeless beauty, and a touch of refined danger. A style that combines old-world charm with darker, alluring elements would captivate her attention.

Kafka would treat her as her accomplice, matching her elegance with her own polished look. She’d appreciate her ability to blend dark, regal sophistication with subtle danger and would often compliment her in her composed, low-key way.

She would revel in their shared love for all things dark and alluring, occasionally teasing her with whispered secrets and mysterious invitations, making her feel like part of an exclusive, hidden world.

Whenever the reader/she reveals a darker or emotional side, Kafka would listen intently, then offer her hypnotic words of wisdom, nudging her towards a balanced yet sophisticated approach to their emotions. She’d subtly manipulate her into embracing her elegance as armor.

Sunday – Dreamy or Romantic Goth

Sunday would be drawn to a goth style that embodies a sense of ethereal beauty and dreamy mystique, like a Romantic or Dreamy Goth. This aesthetic, filled with delicate lace, ethereal black layers, celestial accessories.

Sunday would admire her goth look as if she's an angel of the night, often complimenting the dark beauty she bring to his Sweetdream Paradise. With poetic and enigmatic language, he'd express how she reminds him of a serene vision, free from the pain of the waking world.

Behind closed doors, he’d reveal a gentler, protective side, seeing her as someone worth preserving in his dream-like world. He’d subtly ask her about her philosophy on life and pain, curious if she'd share his perspective on a reality without suffering.

Whenever she displays a darker or more melancholic side, Sunday would be there to “soothe” her spirit, gently guiding her towards his paradise—although this “soothing” might actually involve urging her to escape painful thoughts.

Robin – Ethereal or Pastel Goth

Robin would admire an Ethereal or Pastel Goth style, with softer tones like lavender and violet combined with traditional goth elements. This blend of gentleness and depth aligns with her own music and tragic past, which holds an undercurrent of beauty amidst sorrow.

Robin would feel a comforting connection with the reader’s look, as it aligns with her own aesthetic of blending light and dark. She’d often give small, heartfelt compliments, noting how her style reminds her of a bittersweet melody.

She’d enjoy quiet moments with the reader, perhaps inviting her to her studio, where they’d share their thoughts on beauty, darkness, and the ways they each express their emotions. Robin might even dedicate a song to her, inspired by her unique blend of innocence and mystery.

When the reader is feeling down, Robin would offer soft-spoken support, listening patiently and reminding her of the beauty in every emotion, treating her struggles like notes in a beautiful song that deserve to be heard.

Aventurine – Cyber or Industrial Goth

Aventurine would appreciate a goth style that leans into cyber or industrial aesthetics—think metal accessories, bold colors, and futuristic touches. This type of goth aligns with his strategic mind and love for taking calculated risks, mixing sophistication with an edge.

Aventurine would be fascinated by her bold look, often pulling her aside to compliment her style in a playful, flirtatious way. He’d likely buy her accessories, such as metallic chokers or bracelets, to enhance her look and treat her style as another high-stakes investment, always encouraging her to be bold.

With his knack for creating excitement, Aventurine would take her to the casinos or exclusive places where they could revel in the aesthetic together. He’d suggest that every encounter and style choice is part of a larger game, creating an atmosphere of thrill and risk, which he finds irresistible.

When the reader shares her darker feelings or thoughts, he’d humorously encourage her to “double down” on it, teaching her to gamble with her emotions, to transform them into something powerful and alluring.

I hope you like it! I tried my best, and it was challenging to decide styles (and writing for a female reader as I'm used to writing for gender neutral) and all, so I really hope you enjoy it 🫶❤️‍🩹

[blueopinions49]

Enneagram 7 Subtypes Explained

Social 7 "Sacrifice"

Similar to SO6 the SO7 craves happiness through the formation and progression of social circles. The social 7 finds true enjoyment in life through the understanding of community and friendships. Social 7s can have a wide or a small desire for this type of enjoyment. Some so7 will have small circles who they keep close in order to find enjoyment. While some others will have a general overview of people and the need to share their enjoyment of life with them. Whether it is by improving their social and emotional well being or just being a good friend to others. And IMO they are the most extroverted of the types in the enneagram. This subtype can look like a 9 (but more assertive and focus on immediate enjoyment)

Characters: Jayce tallis, Ashoka Tano, Tony Stark, Elena, Mabel Pines, Aang, Buffy Summers and Spongebob.

Self Preservation 7 "Family"

Unlike the So7 the Sp7 is all about self enjoyment and indulgence. This subtype is described as the most gluttonous of the type 7. This is usually due to their constant need to feel pleasure and avoid distaste or discomfort in life. These 7s have a 3ish look to them to their obsession with easy fast results, assertiveness and luxury. However, a clear distinction to take into consideration is the root of the desire of luxury. The Sp7 looks at luxury as something they simply enjoy. Luxury permits the SP7 to have a broad taste for the things that brings them joy. While the 3s desire for luxury is more about symbolism and promotion of the self.

Characters: Satoru Gojo, Flynn Ryder, Gabrielle Sollis, Agatha Harkness, Wallace Wells, Deadpool, Jessica Riley and Fleabag

Sexual 7 "Fascination"

To the SX7 the idealization of romance comes from the rush of happiness and excitement from falling in love. This subtype in specific focuses on the millions of possibilities there are to live in a romantic relationship. For them finding this partner and understanding the possibilities and the different factions of their personality comes first. To SX7 the enjoyment of love and inter personality comes first and foremost. This subtype tends to look like a SX8 due to their assertive approach to romance or a SX9 due to their desire for connection with another.

Characters: Utena Tenjou, Carrie Bradhshaw, Stiles Stilnski, Lucy Gray Baird, Scott Pilgrim, Beast Boy, Ariel and Roger the alien.

[lu-is-not-ok]

Btw, me and a friend have been working on a theory about what the defensive skills could mean, and I wanted to know your thoughts on it

(Apologies if there's already a post about them and I just missed it hfkdjfj)

We thought that maybe it could be the way the sinner reacts to external threats, either physical (like in combat) or psychological.

So essentially, Defense would be closing themself off, or isolating, ignoring the threat by putting up a defensive shell. Using the gameplay mechanics, it could work (for a while), but there's also a chance that the threat is stronger than anticipated and can breach through anyway.

Somewhat similarly, Evade would be running away from the problem, avoiding thinking about it at all, or distracting themself and/or suppressing it in one way or another. Once again using the gameplay, it would depend on a lot of factors when it comes to whether they could avoid it successfully this time, or take the full hit anyway.

And we thought Counter could be something like lashing out. Taking the full hit, internalizing and then attempting to hit back. That's pretty much what the gameplay mechanic would be too, putting yourself at risk just to get a chance at hitting back, or accepting the inevitable hit.

And then the Sin Affinity could possibly be the reasoning, or how the action is conducted. Taking N Corp Sinclair for example, I interpreted it as closing himself off from everything around him (Defense) and ignoring the consequences of his actions for the sake of carrying out his "mission" (Pride), thus reaching some respite in the form of SP.

But this is just a base idea and doesn't go into the subtypes (like counters that can be clashed with), and your analysis posts tend to go more in depth, so... Any thoughts?

Yeah that sounds about right from what I've been thinking. It's definitely something you can see with how some Sinners behave as well.

Take Hong Lu for example. In Canto 7 we see his trauma response be just trying to get the conversation over with by no longer trying to be invested in it - he's Evading the percieved threat via Sloth (apathy).

Though I'd say Guard could be just as much ignoring the threat as it could be simply just taking whatever comes at them.

Look at Gregor at the end of Canto 1, he takes full responsibility for the failure of the mission and actively puts himself down while doing so. He's just taking it all as if Guarding, while focusing on the negativity and his past through Gloom.

[vocalux]

" remaking " my queer stance slothqueer , there isnt much difference , but i wanted to " redo " it

— slothqueer [ sloth-queer ]

slothqueer is a stance related to being " lazy " , just like the animal . being too lazy to care about other peoples identities , getting into arguments , or just in general ! usually just agreeing with others , especially strangers , to avoid anything .

— pro ;

𖹭 - transids + any type / subtype

𖹭 - any paraphilia + pro - consensual - contact ㅤ ( nothing specific , thats up to you )

𖹭 - muds + self diagnosis

𖹭 - contradictory identities

𖹭 - reclaiming terms , mainly from antis

𖹭 - using terms made by antis

𖹭 - using terms out of spite

𖹭 - creation of alternative terms

𖹭 - any kind of identity

𖹭 - any kind of gender

𖹭 - any kind of fiction + ship

𖹭 - any kind of system

𖹭 - any kind of self expression

𖹭 - consent

𖹭 - conabusive relationships

𖹭 - transition , as long as it doesnt hurt anyone without consent

𖹭 - choice + abortion

— anti ;

𖹭 - forced recovery

𖹭 - abuse without consent

𖹭 - harm without consent

𖹭 - declawing

𖹭 - removing any part of an animal other than for medical reasons

𖹭 - any kind of hate

𖹭 - math / j

— " ohhh but - " i know theres probably already something like it , but i just wanted to !

— emojicombo ; 🦥🌈 / 🌈🦥 / 🦥🌳 !

— a more specific one for this " remake " ; 🦥💤 !

— old flag ;

— any of the 8 can be used , no problem !

[bunnibows]

‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ At your service! ☆

‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ Forest Nymph NPUT

Names: daphne, syrinx, aegeirus, ampelus, balanus, dryad, angie, atlanteia, dryope, eurydice, tithorea, phigalia, artemis, circe, meli, mel, aster, minthe, calypso, callie, lilias, phaethusa, harphinia, thyia, prosymna, liberi, hylliphis, phalino, phrixa, rhephila, gaia, maia, maya, aurae, aurelis

Pronouns: fern/ferns, sprout/sprouts, garden/gardens, vine/vines, leaf/leaves, xy/xylem, flor/florence, flo/floral, bud/buds, stem/stems, 🌺/🌺s, fleur/fleurs, blossom/blossoms, nectar/nectars, petal/petals, flora/floras, primrose/primroses, daisy/daisies, bloom/blooms, honey/suckle, oak/oaks, tree/trees, ny/nymph, nym/nymph, for/est, for/forest, spring/sprang/sprung, rain/rains, bun/buns, ve/vir, baa/baas, buzz/buzzes, bug/bugs, sun/suns, dirt/dirts, fluff/fluffs, cloud/clouds, faun/fauna, nature/natures, soil/soils

Usernames: nymphiccc, mossandmyth, mossmaidenz, dryadsdomain, ivy-crownedd, forestythical, floralfauns

Titles: * who speaks to the trees, the long-lived, * who is graceful, * who is beautiful, the lady of the forest, the nature spirit, the beloved nymph, * who avoids humans, the whirlwind

‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎NOTICE: i kinda ran out of ideas on users,

‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ but i gave plenty of names themed after

‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎different subtypes of nymphs and known

‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ nymphs in mythology. Enjoy!

[rabbitindisguise]

migraine cheat sheet for folks not sure if they have migraines

A couple cardinal signs for migraines:

pulsating/throbbing

nerve pain-like (tingly, electric, shooting)

aching, especially radiating into the jaw

can be on one side or both sides, in one area or more than one area, or even at the base of the skull, front of forehead, etc

at least one of sound sensitivity, light sensitivity, nausea +/ vomiting, and veritgo (typically- there are subtypes and other headache disorders)

and of course migraine aura (flashing lights, dark spots in vision, etc)

can come in short bursts of 1-30 seconds repeatedly, can last for hours or even weeks, and have different phases with different associated symptoms

Headaches:

don't interfere with work, school, or socializing

mildly annoying

take a lot of effort (weeks of staying up too late, being hungover, etc)

happen infrequently (closer to 1-2 a year)

are not "bad ones" (if you had "regular headaches" and "bad headaches" then it's very likely you have migraines - though personally both headache types turned out to be migraines for me)

happen when you have the flu or another illness as a result and it's clears up by the time you recover from it

do not last 30 min - 72 hours with a clear start, middle, and end phase

don't make you feel wrung out dry afterwards

don't affect you neurologically (fuzzy feeling, slow movements, slurring, feeling exhausted/sleep deprived, feel like you can't rest properly even after taking ibuprofen)

don't respond to sumatriptan or another migraine reliver

you don't dread having a headache

you don't avoid chemicals/harsh scents, chocolate, concerts, or any other migraine triggers

[3liza]

ive been hearing this advice my entire life and i know it works for most people i just have no subjective understanding of why. the concept of a repetitive action rewarding me quickly enough to outpace the shambling haint of Boredom is fantastical. poshmark telling you youre a good boy for finding a working microwave in the boylands makes you list more microwaves? an app???? my own mother could praise me for engaging in a good behavior (and she has, my entire life) and i would still forget about it after a week. i dont even like doing the things i like doing.

after extensive reading about the "treatment-resistant depressive" phenotype i think the people this Standard Advice has no effect on are borderline-immune to most sub-injurious coercion methods because we dont have any, or not enough, endogenous receptors for the relevant chemicals. and if you dont also have the CYP polymorphisms that make you immune to drug and alcohol addiction thats when you can really get permanently fucked. the drug-resistant subtype (me) are in a lot less danger, we just sort of make this face all the time: >:I

last time my mom (mom again) was here she said something about how much ive accomplished or my art or something and i thanked her graciously etc but then she asked wasnt i proud of what ive done and i was like ?????? no???? all that shit was the bare minimum, i did it to avoid feeling worse, or because i had to

also do not make yourself go for jogs when you have an active covid infection, thats a really fantastic way to seriously damage your body, potentially permanently, and stay sick a lot longer than you need to. dumb bitch

[adhbabey]

I was gonna make a post for the last day of BPD awareness month, but uh, it's already 2 days into june, so happy pride, yay... but uh seriously ok i wanted to talk about BPD, but my ADHD always gets in the way. Sorry that im late.

Anyway, yeah. I've always been sort of misinformed about BPD, even when supporting those with personality disorders in general, but it's really just a whole other thing when you realize you struggle with it.

Anyway, for those unaware, BPD is borderline personality disorder, not bipolar disorder (that's referred to as BP), just so you guys know what im talking about. It's a cluster b personality disorder, alongside NPD, ASPD, and HPD. Honestly, I don't really know all the traits of BPD, but it's characterized by abandonment issues. That's really the most important part, in my opinion, and is the thing I've actively denied for years.

And most people seem to think that BPD always involves some sort of risky behavior, that those with it always rapidly change their hair/appearance, that they do substances, or do any sort of self injuring behavior. It's what I always thought. I had assumed that if you didn't participate in risky behavior, that you didn't have BPD. But that's not true.

You do not have to do impulsive, risky, or physical self-harm to have BPD. And you do not need avoidant attachment either. You don't have to have pushed people away or participated in self-destructive behaviors, like cutting people off, to have BPD.

And this isn't to say that those with these behaviors don't have BPD, I am just saying it's more common. However, there's a lot of people with it who fall under other "subtypes" or traits such as emotional outbursts, codependency, repression, etc.

You can be an anxious attachment person who overanalyzes everything and still tries to fix issues despite your brain screaming at you that they all hate you and don't like you. You can be someone who just wants to be liked and doesn't know why you bawl your eyes out when your partner is with a friend right in front of you. Even if you like that person, even if that person would never do anything to your relationship.

You can be someone who punishes yourself when you get angry or upset at people you love. You can be afraid, terrified, even when you do something wrong and need to apologize. It can be hard to stand up for yourself when there's someone you have so many conflicting feelings about, but you'd still die/kill for them. It can be so difficult to let go of something that's hurting you. You may feel as if your heart will shatter if you ever let go.

These things, and more, could be you with BPD. Someone who bawls your eyes out over a small disagreement, and then not too long after, feels angry and resentful, especially over issues that remain. Someone who can't help but cry or scream, but feels nothing and empty 20 minutes later.

Sometimes, I don't even feel human. The identity diffusion is so severe. The paranoia that comes with it is so intense, I feel like everyone is lying behind my back. It's something I realize I've lived with for years.

Every day, I devalue myself. It's very difficult to accept how little I think I deserve. So yeah. I realize how much I hate people I love, then get so angry with myself for being angry at all.

BPD is secondary dissociation, with everyone with it, having separate emotional/trauma parts. And, if you know anything about dissociative disorders, this will be similar. But those with it can involuntarily age regress, suddenly have intense emotional flashbacks and experience splitting (devaluing & idealizing). I find it kind of silly how little people actually know about it.

So yeah. Wanted to make this for May, now it's June. If you are considering symptoms and traits of BPD, to see if it's like you, look at these couple of articles here: one. two.

People often dramaticize this disorder more than it's actually like. It's probably because it feels deeply extreme to the ones who actually experience it. But it's not that bad, besides the impulse to die. But I'd say as long as you can ride out your feelings without physical harm, you're probably okay. You should still try therapy, though.

So yeah. Hope this sheds some light onto this disorder. And if you have any questions, let me know. And if you have any criticisms, gently fuck off. 👍

[borderline-culture-is]

bpd culture is i am self-diagnosed with 14 disorders (both physical and mental) and all of them make sense and fit. i have done weeks and weeks of research on every one of these disorders. understanding my symptoms as these things helps me manage everything.

but i can't help but feel like i am part of the reason people hate self-diagnosed people. i have too many things self-diagnosed so i must be faking. i don't know. i'm scared to tell anyone everything, even my roommate at uni who i am extremely close with, because i know no one will understand the level of research i have done into every one of these disorders and assume i am looking for attention.

i am offically diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

i am self-diagnosed with (get ready it's a long list):

Anorexia Nervosa

2. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (inattentive)

3. Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder

4. Borderline Personality Disorder (discouraged)

5. Complex-Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

6. Depersonalisation Derealisation Disorder

7. Functional Movement Disorder (functional tics)

8. Generalised Anxiety Disorder

9. Major Depressive Disorder

10. Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (pure O, moral, checking)

11. Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome

12. Raynaud's Disease

13. Selective Mutism

14. Social Anxiety Disorder

and i even included all the subtypes. i've done so much research but actually come to think of it i think one of my professors is the reason i'm so paranoid about telling people about this. i once told him i suspected i had OCD and he went on a rant about how everyone has everything these days and i haven't told anyone anything since.

dear mods, sorry i keep doing really long asks, i don't mean to, they just kind of spiral. i apologise, i'm really really sorry.

-🖤♦

you have nothing to apologise for, you are allowed to vent. I'm sorry you're going through that

[deadlypawz]

HPD Subtypes

Psychologist Theodore Millon proposed six distinct subtypes of Histrionic Personality Disorder (HPD), with a seventh—Infantile HPD—commonly included in clinical practice. These subtypes reflect the different ways attention-seeking and emotional expression can present. A person may identify with one, several, or none of these types. Recognizing a specific subtype can help tailor care and increase self-understanding.

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1. Inhibited HPD

This subtype is more emotionally restrained and avoids the spotlight, even while deeply craving validation. Rather than being loud or theatrical, individuals may express distress through silence, subtle gestures, or withdrawn behavior. They may internalize feelings of worthlessness and appear distant or hesitant in social situations.

• Tends to be quiet, shy, or emotionally unavailable

• Struggles with low self-worth and insecurity

• Attempts to gain attention through indirect or passive means

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2. Vivacious HPD

Often magnetic and full of energy, this type thrives on excitement and connection. They may light up a room, making them naturally appealing—but this sociability can be impulsive or excessive. Their charm may serve as a distraction from fears of being rejected or ignored.

• Extremely outgoing and socially animated

• Makes spontaneous or risky choices to stay interesting

• Uses charm and enthusiasm to gain admiration

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3. Appeasing HPD

This person tries to win approval by meeting others’ needs, sometimes to their own detriment. Their desire to avoid conflict and be liked can lead them to suppress personal opinions or go to extremes to maintain harmony. They often define their worth through how useful or agreeable they are to others.

• Over-focuses on pleasing others or smoothing over conflict

• May self-sacrifice to feel valued or appreciated

• Struggles to express their own wants or boundaries

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4. Tempestuous HPD

Emotional turbulence defines this subtype. Their moods may swing quickly and dramatically, and their reactions can feel intense or overwhelming. Conflict may be stirred or escalated to keep attention focused on them or to mirror internal chaos.

• Frequently shifts between charm and irritation

• Can become easily upset or emotionally explosive

• May create or intensify drama to feel noticed

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5. Theatrical HPD

Seen as the “classic” version of HPD, this person uses performance, appearance, and dramatic behavior to stay in the spotlight. Their actions are often exaggerated or stylized, and they may treat everyday interactions like a stage. Beneath the flair may be deep self-doubt or a need for affirmation.

• Highly concerned with presentation and dramatic impact

• Uses expressive gestures and often flirts or poses for attention

• Performs emotional reactions in an exaggerated or stylized way

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6. Disingenuous HPD

This type uses charm as a tool, but not always with sincerity. They may embellish, deceive, or manipulate in order to maintain admiration or get what they want. Interactions can feel superficial or strategic rather than heartfelt.

• Tends to exaggerate, lie, or play a role to be admired

• May mislead or use others to meet emotional needs

• Focuses more on controlling perception than forming real connections

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7. Infantile HPD

Defined by immaturity and dependency, this subtype may act childlike to get attention or support. Their emotional reactions often mirror a younger stage of development, and they may struggle to manage frustration or cope independently.

• Prone to whining, sulking, or emotional meltdowns

• Often relies on others for emotional regulation

• May form intense, clingy attachments to people they feel safe with

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Read more about the subtypes

Signs and Symptoms of Histrionic Personality Disorder - Healthhealth.comhttps://www.health.com › ... › Mental Illness

Histrionic Personality Disorder (HPD) and Therapy ...The Sylvia Brafman Mental Health Centerhttps://sylviabrafman.com › mental-health-treatments

The Attention Seeking Facets of Histrionic DisorderRestore Mental Healthhttps://restore-mentalhealth.com