Posts by Douglas Long2

That’s fine by me, 🙂 though I must admit—I find it a bit difficult to stomach when Freud starts rambling about castration anxiety or resentment toward the same-sex parent 😲
—not to mention his whole grim obsession with Thanatos 😈
. The heirs of his work have since built upon those ideas, refining them into something much more substantial.

Nathan Gonzalez6 said:Is a daughter’s relationship to her father also called an Oedipal complex—or is there a different term for that?

It's known as the Electra complex—though, if we are looking at the broader psychological development, the term "Oedipal phase" is generally applied to both genders (which, I should note, was Freud's original concept).

In my estimation, most of Freud's explanations feel rather strained when applied to contemporary issues. While one cannot deny that Freud made monumental contributions to psychology, personality theory, and psychiatry—not to mention his role as the architect of psychoanalysis—he is quite difficult to utilize as a generalist for solving everyday problems. Even if you were to set aside these lifestyle struggles and focus strictly on DSM-based diagnoses, you would likely find that at least 70-80% of those diagnoses fall entirely outside the scope of his theories.
Furthermore, from my perspective, attempting to apply psychoanalysis without the direct guidance and supervision of a trained psychoanalyst is incredibly difficult—if not outright impossible.

Scott Sanchez28 said:I’m curious about how dangerous "weekend warrior" drinking actually is—specifically, can it lead to chronic alcoholism? For instance, if I drink quite heavily just one day a week (say, Saturday), how much damage am I doing to my liver? Can the body actually recover during those six days of sobriety before starting the cycle all over again? 😁

Additionally, I'd like to know to what extent—and how much—this kind of weekend binge affects libido, focus, liver health, kidney function, and other psycho-physical states.

P.S. If this has already been asked, please excuse me!

If we’re being honest, I suspect at least three-quarters of the federal bureaucracy in Washington functions on that exact principle—yet somehow the system stays upright, which implies they are still capable of performing their duties. 🙂

All jokes aside:
it really all comes down to the sheer volume of alcohol consumed. Drunkenness isn't a binary state; it exists on a spectrum. If you aren't experiencing any noticeable symptoms—and believe me, you would certainly notice them if you were—then perhaps there isn't an immediate crisis. However, in my view, the most significant risks involve gastrointestinal issues—particularly concerning the pancreas—and, of course, the liver.
The rest is somewhat secondary.

Quincy:

electricotter20 As I was saying: The historical implications of such maps—specifically those issued during the era of the NDH—remain a deeply unsettling subject to study. When one examines the cartography from that period, it isn't merely an exercise in geography; it is a confrontation with a dark chapter of European history. It serves as a grim reminder of how borders can be manipulated to serve extremist ideologies. I recall reading a scholarly analysis once—it was quite sobering—about how these specific documents were used to legitimize a regime that sought to redraw the world through violence. It is a heavy topic, certainly, but one that demands our serious attention if we are to truly understand the fragility of peace. __________________ Death would be far too merciful for individuals such as yourself—even someone like Ghost Rider wouldn't find enough justice in it.

Well, if that's the case, I suppose I'm living in Mordor Searching myself. 😁
Searching, searching... ring, ring, my sweetest, my dear... where exactly did that ring roll off to?

So, I did a little digging online and found this:

http://www.timefold.com/brosimages/MiddleEarth.jpg

Look, my friend—I am well aware that Mexican kings once ruled over Mexicans and Mexicans, but I don't think that's really what we are debating here. My point was actually about the map itself; I wasn't thinking of Mexico City, but rather that it should say Gondor—though perhaps it’s just printed in such tiny font that it's hard to catch.

Regarding that last commercial you linked—is that actually a host of elves guarding Aragorn?

Well, if you're asking whether we are far from Boston—we certainly are. 😉 Not to mention the entirety of the old Yooga territory.

Is Aragorn also considered one of the leaders 😉
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Myths and legends—or simply reality?

God, aliens, and Canadians: do they truly exist?

Kenneth Anderson9 said:not a chance in my book

you guys seriously?!

To claim that something actually exists, there ought to be at least one person who has witnessed it—someone who isn't prone to hallucinations.

Some people have seen God.

Well, plenty of people haven't seen Him.

Someone has even claimed to see aliens. 😲

And besides all that, some people were even possessed by spirits.

Some have never seen any of it, which is why they don't believe.

Then there are those who believe, despite never having laid eyes on anything mentioned here.

As for my own perspective—I believe that Canadians exist. Have I seen them? Yes, I have. And I say this through the lens of pure reason and a sound mind.

Noah Sanchez7 said:Well, I am a Buddhist. And a fanatic one at that. You might call it being a fanatic (in the Western sense), but I think being a fanatic is necessary. Otherwise, I don't see any other way to overcome illusion and live in reality. That is my only goal, and I think I'm getting pretty close. I just need to face all these tricks my mind plays instead of sinking into miserable states.

Anyway, looking at it from a Western perspective, how serious is depersonalization? And aren't we all a little depersonalized? Honestly, you have to work quite hard and stay quiet just to "stand firm" in your own identity.
And what kind of medication is typically taken in that case?

Oh, and those feelings of depersonalization come in different levels... besides, you can't look at depersonalization in a vacuum; you have to see which other symptoms are present before you can even begin to discuss how severe it actually is.
As for the medication... I can't give you a straight answer there—it all depends on what was mentioned previously... specifically, what else accompanies this symptom.
Regarding whether we are all a little depersonalized: well, we could turn that into a philosophical question entirely. 🙂 If you are suggesting that almost everyone experiences something similar at some point in their lives—that is true, though if it doesn't cause the person significant distress, it might go unnoticed.
To "stand firmly" within one's own identity... well, that is a difficult question that honestly steps outside the bounds of our current discussion. To put it briefly, on a more narrow level, one wouldn't say that the average person needs to exert extraordinary effort just to maintain a sense of Self... though, naturally, during those inevitable crisis periods everyone faces, identity tends to waver. One must take that into account when "glancing" at diagnoses—age and developmental stages in life play a huge role.

For Noah Sanchez7:

stormylynx23 said:Depersonalization

It’s this weird disorder where your whole sense of self just... shifts. It gets disturbing and honestly pretty overwhelming. During a depersonalization episode, you can suddenly lose any grip on who you actually are. You might feel like your limbs are totally different sizes, or like you’ve somehow exited your own body and are watching yourself from a distance. Sometimes it feels like being a machine—like you and everyone else are just robots going through the motions. Or you're moving through life like you're stuck in a dream, in a world that doesn't feel real anymore. You see similar, though much more intense, episodes popping up in schizophrenia F20. But there's a catch: the experience for someone with schizophrenia doesn't have that "it feels like" quality that people with depersonalization describe. For them, that detachment from the self isn't a feeling—it's just absolute reality.

Taken from http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dissociative_disorders

It seems this is exactly what you are describing. In and of itself, this isn't a hallucination, which is why I asked you to provide a detailed description earlier.
Depersonalization can certainly be a component of schizophrenia F20, but it isn't limited to that—it can accompany other psychoses, such as psychotic depression, or certain neuroses. From what I understand, it can even follow epilepsy, or it can manifest as a standalone disorder. Of course, we cannot rule out the possibility of it appearing as a consequence of drug use. It can also occur in individuals without any of these underlying issues during states of extreme exhaustion, right before falling asleep, and so on.

To silverfox6:
Buddhism is an entirely different matter altogether; functioning according to those specific frameworks necessarily excludes cultural diversity and the values adopted as a way of life during childhood—which differs significantly from ours, given that we all belong to Western civilization here in the States.

To Noah Sanchez7 and silverfox6:
The states of depersonalization mentioned (not all, but specifically certain types within this spectrum) are not viewed as disorders in Buddhism. Instead, by applying Buddhist theology and philosophy, such states are utilized as tools on the path toward "realizing the true essence of being."

Well, since we aren't in Japan or somewhere similar, the only sensible advice is this: to function within the society you live in, you need a relatively stable identity. Please, (Noah Sanchez7), try to focus first on overcoming any dependencies and engaging in accompanying psychotherapy. If you adhere to your treatment, there is a possibility that this sensation could at least be reduced, if not eliminated entirely—though that naturally requires a series of other processes through which you must strengthen your sense of self.

Noah Sanchez7 said:You might have a point, but I don't entirely agree with you. I do agree, though, that ecstasy at most absolutely wrecked my brain receptors or whatever they are.
I don't know who else here has tried MDMA, but when I took it for the first time, I was just overwhelmed by these incredible emotions. It was this total mental clarity and peace where everything felt perfect and made sense.
Unfortunately, blue is banned, so I'm curious about her experience.
I am certain I experienced schizophrenia F20 episodes back then.
Once, on a heavy dose of speed, I had hallucinations that a sane person couldn't even fathom. It was an overwhelming sense of terror; I literally felt the darkness closing in, the ground giving way, and like I was suffocating... it was horrific.

I would really just like some professional to confirm if long periods of intense paranoia, depression, constant fear, and phobias are likely to occur after a history of heavy drug use.
I should mention I wasn't moderate; I was using various substances every single day.
For instance, on a Friday, we’d take ecstasy before class, smoke weed during the lunch break, and then head straight to someone's house after school for alcohol, speed, more ecstasy, and then something else just to come down in the morning.
This might sound excessive to some, but believe me, in my circle, it was completely normal.
Just a note: in the beginning, the focus is on the "high," but later on, the emphasis shifts to the "comedown" (heroin, meth, various prescription pills, etc.). Eventually, you need a certain amount of meds just to "prep the field" for the ecstasy, otherwise, you feel terrible.

Best,

Well, 🙂 of course there is a possibility of experiencing a wide spectrum of psychopathological symptoms after (especially prolonged) substance abuse. That part is beyond question—it's a clinical reality. There is, however, a much lower probability that you can simply attribute everything to schizophrenia F20 in its purest form. If you look at the DSM-5, for instance, you will find specific diagnostic categories for conditions resulting from psychoactive substance use. There are several different states that exhibit psychotic features, but if every single one were classified as F20, those other diagnostic codes wouldn't exist.
Furthermore, why don't you try describing a single hallucination of yours in detail? Perhaps then we can actually determine whether it is TRULY a hallucination—or something else entirely.😉

Noah Sanchez7 said:We all lose our way or feel disconnected sometimes, but usually, we pull ourselves together and move on after a while. Like, "I'm Douglas Long2, this is who I am, I like this and I hate that." Identity! But it feels like I lost mine a long time ago, and I just can't seem to "pull myself back together." I can never truly say, "This is ME." On top of that, I deal with these slight, involuntary movements—they might not be obvious to others, but I notice them and they drive me crazy. It’s like that scene in the movie "pi" where the guy is in a coffee shop, someone approaches him to chat, and his hand starts trembling slightly while he tries to act normal. My body irritates me too; I hate having to carry it around with me (which sounds insane, 😲), but that's the reality. Plus, I'm overly empathetic. I feel everything everyone else feels, and the worst part is I can't shake it. I can't tell myself, "Okay, you're feeling this, just let it go and act this way instead." I'm already completely at the mercy of it.

Wait, hold on—what actually happened during those sessions with the doctors and psychologists? Did they end up recommending any specific course of therapy for you?
Look, I have been thinking about this—and I’m trying to be as objective as possible here—but it seems to me that you and they might both be right in a way. It is entirely possible that what we are discussing are indeed psychotic symptoms; however, one would have to consider how that would actually manifest in a person's daily life. I have recently been diagnosed with schizophrenia F20—a realization that has, quite frankly, felt like the ground shifting beneath my feet. It is a heavy thing to process, especially when you are trying to maintain a sense of normalcy while navigating such a profound clinical label. I find myself sitting with this news, weighing the implications of what it means for my future and my identity. It’s a lot to take in—more than one can easily articulate in a single moment—but I am attempting to face it with as much composure as possible. There are several specific requirements that need to be met—and frankly, I don't see all of them being addressed in your current approach—though I suspect they were likely taken into consideration during your previous meeting with them.
Secondly, establishing an accurate diagnosis is vital—it provides the necessary roadmap for how one approaches treatment and long-term management. However, I would argue that the emphasis should remain firmly on the treatment itself rather than getting bogged down in the diagnostic label. In my experience, the diagnoses provided aren't always "clean"—for instance, you might see a straightforward "schizophrenia F20." That works, certainly. But much more frequently, clinicians provide descriptive diagnoses—sort of a patchwork of symptoms where they list various traits to capture the full picture. While some might call this messy, I believe it is actually preferable; by reducing everything to a single, simple term, you risk losing a wealth of critical information. Even when a clinician assigns a specific code as a working diagnosis, it shouldn't be viewed as static—it is a fluid thing that evolves over time.
If this happens to be of any interest to you—and I truly mean that—I wanted to pass along this link.

If you are looking for clinical clarity—specifically regarding the diagnostic criteria used by medical professionals here in the States—I highly recommend bookmarking this resource from the World Health Organization. It provides the full ICD-10 framework, which is essentially the gold standard our doctors and psychiatrists rely on to categorize various conditions. For anyone navigating the complexities of mental health diagnoses, having access to the official classifications can be incredibly grounding. It helps demystify the terminology we often encounter in clinical settings or during discussions with specialists. I personally find that consulting the primary source material—rather than relying solely on second-hand interpretations—adds a necessary layer of precision to one's understanding of these medical frameworks.
Well—you really ought to just click on the F.

I honestly can't say for certain off the top of my head—it’s a bit hard to recall everything while I'm preoccupied—whether the DSM classification is currently available or where exactly one might find it. However, if this particular version happens to be useful to you, please feel free to use it; I thought it might give you a better sense of just how much information is actually contained within these documents.
All things considered, I believe your best course of action is to return to the specialists—whether that means revisiting the doctors you’ve already seen or seeking out a new team entirely—and simply ask them for help. It sounds basic, perhaps even overly simplistic, but it is necessary. Having a diagnosis doesn't actually grant you any leverage or provide a solution in and of itself; knowing the label is just the starting point. What truly matters—what is actually decisive—is what you choose to do with that information and how you begin the work toward recovery. 🙂 It truly is an uphill battle—I won't sugarcoat it. Whether you are navigating the complexities of therapy, wrestling with addiction, or simply trying to find your footing again, it is incredibly taxing. I remember a period in my own life where everything felt like a constant struggle against my own mind—it’s exhausting work. But, if you can push through that initial resistance and stay the course, there is a genuine certainty that things will begin to feel lighter. It takes time, certainly, but the improvement is real.

Noah Sanchez7 said:Hi briskgull27. I just hopped on. I thought about reading everything first before jumping in, but I couldn't wait.
For a long time now, I've convinced myself that I'm schizophrenic, or at least having schizophrenic episodes. I've seen psychiatrists and psychologists, and three of them have told me I don't have schizophrenia. Interestingly, they all reached that conclusion after I told them my history with drugs. It was basically like, "Oh, that's just from the drugs; you just need time to detox."
Since I "imagined" I had schizophrenia, I started studying it in detail and realized I actually have the exact same symptoms.
To make a long story short: I started smoking marijuana during my freshman year of high school, and I used it every single day. Sometimes I’d have a bad trip, but it would pass quickly. By the start of my senior year, things like ecstasy and speed were in the mix. That's when I started feeling the real consequences—like sinking into the ground, like I was disappearing (don't think I'm tripping, I'm serious), my voice almost went out, and I had frequent shifts in my perception (which I still have).
I'll give you a couple of obvious examples of the schizophrenia: I was at my place with four buddies, we were wasted, and suddenly there's a disconnect. I don't know where I am or who I am, paranoia kicks in, and I walk into the next room like I'm going to the computer to change the music, but really I'm just trying to isolate myself. In that moment, a friend walks in, and I start tripping like he's mocking me or trying to hurt me... it's disgusting.
In the beginning, it only happened when I was high. Because I got so terrified, I quit using drugs, but those kinds of trips continued...
Now, I don't use drugs, I'm not on any medication, and I don't drink alcohol, but I still experience these types of hallucinations that disrupt my life. Basically, I lost that normal, logical, human perspective and replaced it with constant tripping.
I don't know if you've ever done LSD, but if you have, you'll understand my state. I feel like I'm on LSD non-stop, and every day I pray to get back to that normal state after a trip. It's like I don't control my brain; instead, my brain controls me. It's constantly in motion, flying from one flower to the next, pulling me along with it relentlessly. 😲

Give me some feedback. Is this schizophrenia?

Everything you've described sounds like the lingering effects of substance use. The way you describe your thought processes—saying it feels "like being on a trip"—is somewhat underspecified. I wouldn't go so far as to label it schizophrenia, particularly since you mentioned your history with drugs, though I suppose certain symptoms can mimic or even fall within the spectrum of schizophrenic symptomatology. As for your point about the brain controlling you... well, the brain controls all of us. 🙂 A bit more clarification is needed...

Лијеп приједлог. 🙂

There is absolutely a point in translating if there is a paycheck at the end of the day. In truth—and I say this quite sincerely—it always makes sense, or rather, it "makes sense to someone," provided it's profitable. I honestly can't say for certain whether subtitling pays the individual translator unless they are officially contracted by a major studio—much like how one might work directly for Disney or Warner Bros.—but that seems to be the standard. As for those who handle translations for pirate sites? Aside from a handful of enthusiasts who simply enjoy the craft, if we relied solely on their efforts, probably 90% of films would never see a translation. And frankly, even those few dedicated individuals would likely lose interest over time if they weren't being compensated for their labor.
Ultimately, everything boils down to financial incentive.