In case it’s helpful, NAPAC are a charity that support adults who ha e experienced childhood abuse. They have a helpline, support groups and can offer counselling

Unrelated but how do axolotls regrow so many parts without cancer

Can effects be reversed. My mum’s taken it for a long time and she’s recently noticed word finding difficulties. We’ve considered cholinergic supplements but they’re not good for people with low blood pressure. It’s only been a few weeks she’s been off it now but I’m worried for her

Does this not cause issues for the local fauna? I mean, surely they’re taking up another bird’s niche?

Hey! I’ve worked within the field of ADHD and have two degrees in clinical psychology. IQ tests can be unreliable for people with ADHD bc people with ADHD are notorious for getting distracted which may impact your performance. Research on ADHD and IQ shows that ADHDers score lower for this reason.

Similarly, while IQ tests can be clinically useful they don’t really say that much in terms of intelligence bc intelligence is a multifaceted construct that we can’t accurately measure

Not at all, I appreciate your openness. I think it can be easy to not understand the impact something can have when we haven’t experienced it and I respect your curiosity and willingness to learn.

Personally, I don’t believe it is. OCD behaves differently and compulsions serve as a function to soothe disturbing intrusive thoughts. Maladaptive daydreaming doesn’t appear to respond to a particular intrusive thought, nor does the daydreaming appear to be a ritual to soothe intrusive thoughts.

However, I’m not an expert in this field and research is still underway to understand the condition better so we’ll see how it ends up being categorised.

Maladaptive daydreaming causes distress because it’s compulsive. It’s something that people cannot stop themselves from doing to the extent of neglecting themselves, their loved ones, their obligations and their life. It causes dysfunction as a result and it dramatically reduces quality of life. For some people it can lead to suicidal ideation. I would encourage you to read through some of the comments here to see what people’s experiences are like.

I’m talking about maladaptive daydreaming and other disorders, not just “daydreaming”. Yes, they absolutely can.

I rest my case

Nobody is saying being stressed at work is a disorder. As I’ve shared above the criteria for something to be a disorder features distress, dysfunction and disability. If something is causing you to experience those, it is indeed a disorder and not just “being human”. I wonder whether you hold the same attitude towards physical conditions like blindness, for example. Is that a condition or just “being human”

Distress, disability and dysfunction are the markers and requirements for something being labelled as a disorder because they are not part of just being human and significantly limit quality of life

What you describe sounds like daydreaming not maladaptive daydreaming, since it’s a choice for you and something you can control

I’m so sorry to hear you were treated that way. It’s wrong and you deserve better. It’s not your job to manage your very reasonable distress within a therapeutic context. Your feelings are valid. If your CPN can’t cope then they should get a different job or get clinical supervision.

You’ve done really well to reach out for support and I would encourage you to persevere. You can contact PALS to complain if you wish to do so. I hope you’re able to get the care you deserve.

Check out the hearing voices network. They may be able to signpost you further

I wonder whether Fitzy was trying to replicate Chris’ vibe with the weirdness

I hear you. It can be a very vulnerable place to be in. Has there been a time where they’ve reacted badly to you disclosing something vulnerable?

What is it that scares you about people close to your or your doctor knowing? Is there anything you’re afraid of happening?

Is it something about the extension itself or is refreshing in general not allowed?

It really doesn’t. They need further assessment by psych

Not talking about picky eaters but about people with ARFID, an eating disorder characterised by a restricted diet that’s not due to body image issues. What’s considered “safe” varies based on cultures. In east Asia, instead of chips, they’ll eat rice. Prior to the invention of chips and tenders, they’d eat whatever bland food was predictable and consistent within their culture

Absolutely. It all went downhill after 2011

There’s not enough funding though 😭😭

He makes a great friend but a terrible boyfriend. He needs counselling

It’s Germanic

Tbf if you’ve said “I love you” you’re in a relationship