In a world increasingly defined by rigid systems, conformity, and bureaucratic checkbox mentality, the art of creative subversion has never been more crucial. Far from being a destructive force, thoughtful subversion is the lifeblood of innovation, social progress, and genuine human connection. Subversion, at its best, is not about tearing down, but about re-imagining. It’s […]
Read More →Chronic pain is a prevalent and often debilitating condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It can interfere with daily life, work, relationships, and overall well-being, leading individuals to search for effective treatments. Traditional pain management strategies typically focus on physical interventions, such as medication or surgery, but psychological therapies have gained significant attention as […]
Read More →Once upon a time, in the Disunited States, there was an evil man known as Trumplestiltskin. Trumplestiltskin wasn’t your typical evil sorcerer. No, no. He was a master manipulator, a con artist extraordinaire, who had a dream bigger than any castle he could build: to become the Supreme Resident of the Disunited States, for all […]
Read More →Journal of Groucho-Marxist Thought Volume 42, Issue 69, 2024 Dr. Giggles McTickles¹* & Professor Honk Nosington² ¹Department of Circus Politics, University of Pratfall ²Institute for Comedic Governance, Whoopee Cushion College Abstract This paper examines the evolving nature of political clownery in contemporary democracy, with particular focus on the distinction between traditional self-deprecating circus clowns and […]
Read More →In the realm of mental health, diagnostic categories and criteria play a crucial role in guiding assessment, treatment, and research. However, the reliance on manualised diagnostic systems like the DSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders) or ICD (International Classification of Diseases) comes with its own set of disadvantages, particularly when it comes to […]
Read More →Learning disabilities and autism affect millions of people in the UK. However, services and support for these individuals have been chronically underfunded for years, leading to negative outcomes for both patients and staff. Recent figures show that only 2.6% of the overall NHS England budget goes towards funding learning disability and autism services. This is […]
Read More →The world isn’t always sunshine and rainbows. For many, a persistent cloud of economic deprivation hangs heavy, casting a long shadow on their lives. But this shadow also falls on something perhaps less visible: their mental health. The link between economic hardship and mental well-being is well-documented, a grim tale woven from stress, insecurity, and […]
Read More →Introduction The worlds of professional acting and psychological therapy may appear to be vastly different, but beneath the surface, these two seemingly unrelated domains share a fascinating interconnection. Both professions demand a profound understanding of human emotions, an ability to empathise, and effective communication skills. In this blog post, we’ll explore the intriguing parallels between […]
Read More →Following the excitement being generated by the Conservative Party leadership elections, I’m thinking about joining the Tory party. Obviously Boris Johnson is the favourite to become the new prime minister of the UK, and I really want to fit in, so I’m looking up to him as the role model to copy. Mr Johnson has […]
Read More →Mindfulness and Emotion Control Most people either forget, or don’t know, that our complex human brains can be subdivided into the ‘old brain’ (sometimes known as the emotional brain) and the ‘new brain’ (sometimes called the rational brain). The old brain is genetically engineered to keep us alive – it reacts almost instantaneously to perceived […]
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