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                        <title>RE: Boiled egg</title>
                        <link>https://mindskipper.com/forums/schizophrenia-and-other-psychotic-disorders/boiled-egg/#post-26</link>
                        <pubDate>Thu, 25 Jan 2024 18:49:13 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[You asked this question under &#039;SCHIZOPHRENIA AND OTHER PSYCHOTIC DISORDERS&#039; section so I assume you may have relevant past history. It can be challenging to cope with long hours of study, es...]]></description>
                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>You asked this question under '<span>SCHIZOPHRENIA AND OTHER PSYCHOTIC DISORDERS' section so I assume you may have relevant past history. </span>It can be challenging to cope with long hours of study, especially if you have a history of psychiatric illness. Without knowing in details we can give you some suggestions. Here are some tips that might help:</p>
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<p><strong>Create a study schedule</strong>: Plan your study sessions in advance and break them up into manageable chunks. This can help you stay focused and avoid feeling overwhelmed.</p>
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<p><strong>Take breaks</strong>: It’s important to take regular breaks during your study sessions to avoid burnout. Try taking a 5-10 minute break every hour or so to stretch, walk around, or do something you enjoy.</p>
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<p><strong>Practice self-care</strong>: Make sure to prioritize your physical and mental health by getting enough sleep, eating healthy foods, and engaging in activities that you enjoy.</p>
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<p><strong>Seek support</strong>: Don’t be afraid to reach out to friends, family, or a mental health professional for support. They can help you manage stress and provide guidance on coping strategies.</p>
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<p><strong>Stay positive</strong>: Remember to stay positive and focus on your strengths. Celebrate your accomplishments and don’t be too hard on yourself if you have a bad day.</p>
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<p>Remember, everyone’s journey is different, and it’s important to find what works best for you. Take things one step at a time, and don’t be afraid to ask for help when you need it. You got this! &#x1f4aa;</p>]]></content:encoded>
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                        <title>Study &amp; Concentration</title>
                        <link>https://mindskipper.com/forums/schizophrenia-and-other-psychotic-disorders/boiled-egg/#post-25</link>
                        <pubDate>Thu, 25 Jan 2024 17:44:53 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[How should i cope-up long hours study with my psychiatric illness history??]]></description>
                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>How should i cope-up long hours study with my psychiatric illness history??</p>
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                        <title>RE: Trust Issue</title>
                        <link>https://mindskipper.com/forums/relationship-and-family-issues/trust-issue/#post-24</link>
                        <pubDate>Wed, 24 Jan 2024 20:36:11 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[Thank you]]></description>
                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Thank you]]></content:encoded>
						                            <category domain="https://mindskipper.com/forums/"></category>                        <dc:creator>Edward</dc:creator>
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                        <title>RE: Trust Issue</title>
                        <link>https://mindskipper.com/forums/relationship-and-family-issues/trust-issue/#post-21</link>
                        <pubDate>Mon, 22 Jan 2024 18:15:55 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[@EdwardI’m sorry to hear that you’re struggling with trust issues. It’s important to remember that trust is a fundamental part of any relationship. Here are some suggestions that might help:...]]></description>
                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>@Edward<br />I’m sorry to hear that you’re struggling with trust issues. It’s important to remember that trust is a fundamental part of any relationship. Here are some suggestions that might help:</p>
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<p><strong>Self-reflection</strong>: Understanding the root cause of your trust issues can be helpful. They could stem from past experiences or insecurities. Reflecting on these can help you understand and manage your feelings better.</p>
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<p><strong>Communication</strong>: Open and honest communication with your partner about your feelings can be beneficial. It’s important to express your insecurities without blaming or accusing.</p>
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<p><strong>Professional Help</strong>: Consider seeking help from a professional, such as a therapist or counselor. They can provide strategies and tools to help you navigate your feelings.</p>
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<p><strong>Patience</strong>: Building trust takes time. Be patient with yourself and your partner during this process.</p>
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<p><strong>Independence</strong>: It’s healthy for both partners in a relationship to have independence and spend time apart. Try to find comfort in your own company or in the company of your own friends.</p>
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<p>Remember, it’s perfectly okay to seek help and take care of your mental health. Trust can be rebuilt with time and effort.</p>]]></content:encoded>
						                            <category domain="https://mindskipper.com/forums/"></category>                        <dc:creator>Mindskipper</dc:creator>
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                        <title>RE: Trust Issue</title>
                        <link>https://mindskipper.com/forums/relationship-and-family-issues/trust-issue/#post-20</link>
                        <pubDate>Sun, 21 Jan 2024 16:19:11 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[It looks like trust has been an issue in your past relationships, possibly because of cheating or a tough childhood affecting your relationship with your parents. Let us know if we&#039;re on the...]]></description>
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<p>It looks like trust has been an issue in your past relationships, possibly because of cheating or a tough childhood affecting your relationship with your parents. Let us know if we're on the right track, so we can better help you by learning more about your experiences.</p>
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						                            <category domain="https://mindskipper.com/forums/"></category>                        <dc:creator>Poulamee Dey</dc:creator>
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                        <title>Trust Issue</title>
                        <link>https://mindskipper.com/forums/relationship-and-family-issues/trust-issue/#post-19</link>
                        <pubDate>Fri, 19 Jan 2024 15:58:12 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[I have extreme trust issues, and my girlfriend is tired of being questioned all the time. whenever she goes somewhere alone or with her friends I feel insecure. I don&#039;t want to lose her. How...]]></description>
                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I have extreme trust issues, and my girlfriend is tired of being questioned all the time. whenever she goes somewhere alone or with her friends I feel insecure. I don't want to lose her. How can I learn to trust? Help!</p>]]></content:encoded>
						                            <category domain="https://mindskipper.com/forums/"></category>                        <dc:creator>Edward</dc:creator>
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                        <title>RE: Should I dismiss my therapist?</title>
                        <link>https://mindskipper.com/forums/mood-disorders/should-i-dismiss-my-therapist/#post-18</link>
                        <pubDate>Wed, 10 Jan 2024 09:33:22 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[@poulamee I agree with you]]></description>
                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[@poulamee I agree with you]]></content:encoded>
						                            <category domain="https://mindskipper.com/forums/"></category>                        <dc:creator>Mindskipper</dc:creator>
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                        <title>RE: Should I dismiss my therapist?</title>
                        <link>https://mindskipper.com/forums/mood-disorders/should-i-dismiss-my-therapist/#post-17</link>
                        <pubDate>Wed, 10 Jan 2024 09:24:45 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[Hi, it seems as though your therapist and psychiatrist have very different opinions on your mental health condition. 
Since we do not know your situation as yet, it would not be right for u...]]></description>
                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hi, it seems as though your therapist and psychiatrist have very different opinions on your mental health condition. </p>
<p>Since we do not know your situation as yet, it would not be right for us to comment on who you should be listening to....We would rather request you, if possible , to share some of your symptoms so that we can provide you with an accurate diagnosis and advise you the right course of action.</p>
<p>Thank you, hope this helps&#x1f64f;</p>]]></content:encoded>
						                            <category domain="https://mindskipper.com/forums/"></category>                        <dc:creator>Poulamee Dey</dc:creator>
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                        <title>Should I dismiss my therapist?</title>
                        <link>https://mindskipper.com/forums/mood-disorders/should-i-dismiss-my-therapist/#post-15</link>
                        <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jan 2024 21:24:57 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[Hi, 
 
I&#039;m a 25 yrs old guy
I need a professional suggestion.
My therapist suggested I go to a support group for bipolar disorder, but my psychiatrist tested me and ruled out bipolar dis...]]></description>
                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hi, </p>
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<p>I'm a 25 yrs old guy</p>
<p>I need a professional suggestion.</p>
<p><span>My therapist suggested I go to a support group for bipolar disorder, but my psychiatrist tested me and ruled out bipolar disorder and diagnosed me with ADHD. Should I dismiss my therapists anecdotal diagnosis?</span></p>
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<p>Please suggest.</p>]]></content:encoded>
						                            <category domain="https://mindskipper.com/forums/"></category>                        <dc:creator>Anonymous</dc:creator>
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                        <title>Title: Beyond the Labels: Understanding Schizophrenia for What It Is Not</title>
                        <link>https://mindskipper.com/forums/schizophrenia-and-other-psychotic-disorders/title-beyond-the-labels-understanding-schizophrenia-for-what-it-is-not/#post-14</link>
                        <pubDate>Sat, 30 Dec 2023 11:10:10 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[Schizophrenia, often burdened with misconceptions, defies simplistic explanations. Contrary to popular belief, there is no elusive &quot;schizophrenia gene&quot; waiting to be discovered. Research rev...]]></description>
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<p>Schizophrenia, often burdened with misconceptions, defies simplistic explanations. Contrary to popular belief, there is no elusive "schizophrenia gene" waiting to be discovered. Research reveals that genetic factors contribute to a mere 4 percent of the risk, and these genes are not exclusive to schizophrenia but shared with conditions like ADHD and autism. The very term "schizophrenia," rooted in the Greek phrase meaning "split mind," deserves scrutiny. Why should a mind fragment itself? Unraveling this enigma takes us beyond genetic determinism.</p>
<p>In essence, what is transmitted is not a disease but sensitivity – a heightened responsiveness to life's challenges. The human experience is complex, and in the face of overwhelming circumstances, the mind may resort to self-fragmentation as a defense mechanism. Far from a predetermined genetic destiny, schizophrenia emerges as a survival strategy, a response to constitutional vulnerability and profound life experiences.</p>
<p>It becomes imperative to recognize that schizophrenia isn't a fixed state; rather, it reflects a dynamic interplay between inherent vulnerability and external stressors. The organism, faced with insufferable agony, employs a miraculous strategy – disconnecting from distressing emotions as a form of instantaneous self-defense. In instances of trauma, this self-fragmentation emerges as a coping mechanism, enabling vulnerable individuals to endure the unendurable.</p>
<p>The disintegration observed in psychoses is a central feature of severe mental illness, where normally connected mental processes become utterly separated. This detachment often results in individuals being completely estranged from the present reality. Schizophrenia, in this context, is not a deliberate choice to split from reality; rather, it is a manifestation of the mind's attempt to shield itself from intolerable distress.</p>
<p>It is crucial to recognize that absenting oneself from reality, a characteristic of schizophrenia, can manifest in various forms, ranging from mild to severe. The degree of hurt experienced by individuals plays a pivotal role in shaping the intensity of this self-protective mechanism.</p>
<p>In dismantling preconceived notions about schizophrenia, we pave the way for a more compassionate understanding. Beyond the confines of a "split mind," there exists a nuanced reality where individuals, grappling with profound challenges, deploy extraordinary coping mechanisms. Schizophrenia, therefore, invites us to transcend simplistic labels and embark on a journey of empathy and comprehension.</p>]]></content:encoded>
						                            <category domain="https://mindskipper.com/forums/"></category>                        <dc:creator>Poulamee Dey</dc:creator>
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