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What's the point of DMs? in Feedback & Suggestions ·
Regarding your comments about the moderation team:
patobaby said:What kind of constructive criticism would you even allow? Is stating facts not considered constructive anymore?

It’s only natural for moderators to keep each other in the loop, since it affects everyone on the forum. This is just how things work here, regardless of whether you agree with it...
What's the point of DMs? in Feedback & Suggestions ·
I was actually addressing your point about not commenting on moderation in my previous post, which you just quoted...
What's the point of DMs? in Feedback & Suggestions ·
Just because you keep repeating certain things here doesn't mean they'll suddenly become true.
What's the point of DMs? in Feedback & Suggestions ·
Justin Ortiz said:I was wondering... if I send a private message to a moderator because I disagree with one of their posts, are they allowed to forward that message to the other mods without telling me first...?

Exactly, because this message concerns moderation itself. Moderators often need to coordinate on specific procedures and stay in the loop regarding how a colleague handled a user inquiry about mod actions found in the PDF...

Isn't that a breach of privacy...

No. I already explained my position above. Honestly, if we strictly followed privacy rules, half the people filing these appeals would be flagged for violations just for including private chats with moderators to prove their case... even though moderators never actually authorize sharing those messages. But I can't resolve administrative issues without seeing the full context. It’s the exact same situation with your message protesting the thread moderation...

If I wanted everyone to see this, I would have posted it in the main thread, wouldn't I...

No, because that would be flagged as discussing moderation in the wrong place—specifically on a PDF that isn't meant for that purpose. This thread is the only one intended for such discussions...
Revoking moderator privileges for leeloo27 in Feedback & Suggestions ·
I’m not attacking anyone here. Using a word like "ass" might be crude, but it isn't an insult directed at a person. Moderators don't need to write their replies like they're filing a formal report for the National Academy of Sciences...
History 101 in Feedback & Suggestions ·
William Bennett53 said:The History section is exceptionally tough to moderate for several reasons, some of which have already been brought up. We are currently weighing our options on how to handle this. In the meantime, please refrain from spamming or dragging historical debates into this space.

Since we can't reach a resolution yet, I'm locking this thread to prevent any unnecessary rule violations. The Administrator will reopen it when necessary.
bluecyclist64, if you need this reopened later regarding that History PDF, just send one of us a private message...
Psychology subforum mods, is Pinocchio part of the family? in Feedback & Suggestions ·
On Psychology, you’ve been hit with a partial ban. This means you lose access to the live chat and can't start any threads about the PDF sessions while they're active, since you're technically no longer a participant... You can submit a request to have the restriction lifted, provided it's been at least six months since it started.
Why is there constant censorship on the Psychology subforum? in Feedback & Suggestions ·
Deleting an intrusion on a thread where people are actually asking for advice was just plain rude.
Why is there constant censorship on the Psychology subforum? in Feedback & Suggestions ·
You sound like a bit of a masochist to me. Into BDSM, perhaps?... 🙂😁

Regarding your post. For the original author, it was actually quite constructive, empathetic, and helpful for gaining some fresh perspective on their own situation.

It’s perfectly fine that the moderators removed your comment.
Can't stop the verbal outbursts / Out of control anger issues in Feedback & Suggestions ·
Thanks for reporting this; our moderators will review everything shortly.

Just a heads-up, once you flag a post using the icon, it usually takes about 24 hours for the team to step in. If you don't see any action by then, feel free to file a formal complaint here. These posts went up around midnight, and since our moderators aren't online around the clock, it might take a moment...
Complaint about moderation on Psychology in Feedback & Suggestions ·
silentpuma3 said:Two warnings and two bans.

Those bans were automated; we didn't issue them manually. For severe insults, there’s a standard warning that triggers an automatic 500-point penalty and a 7-day ban. That was issued by my colleague. From my end, you received a discretionary 100-point warning covering multiple posts rather than individual ones for each instance (1, 2, 3, 4, 5—I'm listing these for the admin review; they can see everything), which leads directly to a three-day ban.
Fine, I'm not expecting any special treatment or leniency, but I do expect you all to be just as prompt when it comes to punishing others. We're all equal, right?

If someone called you a psychopath and wasn't sanctioned for it, please send me the link; we'll fix it and apologize for the oversight.
We aren't giving you any concessions, nor do we intend to; we moderate you exactly like everyone else. It just seems this specific point is where the issue lies...
Or is it enough on Psychology forums to mention having schizophrenia in every third post just so you can verbally tear everyone apart without any consequences?

No, mentioning a diagnosis doesn't give anyone a pass to lash out at people. Just like depression or any other condition isn't an excuse. Again, without links showing where this verbal abuse occurred, we can't determine if anything actually happened or if the other party went unsanctioned for doing the same thing. This entire appeal is being vague, which makes it feel quite absurd...
I have nothing left to say to this.

An answer that was either yes or no would have been perfectly fine...
How am I supposed to provide links to something that doesn't exist? Are old chat logs with 10,000 posts just gone into thin air? I don't know. And honestly, I don't care anymore, nor do I trust your "fair" judgment.

They exist. They aren't gone. Everything is archived in PDF. If it isn't important, then there's no need to appeal it...
I suppose I could counter that by saying there are definitely true psychopaths within any nation, or at least I've encountered people whose reactions feel undeniably psychopathic to me. That’s just my observation, though. Regardless, I don't see why linking psychopathy to psychology is such a taboo subject. It feels like discussing cancer in an oncology ward... you can't ignore the reality of who might be affected.

Please, get serious. This is getting ridiculous. You’re complaining about someone calling you a bad person without cause, yet you don't see the issue when people are being labeled as psychopaths. There are no links provided, just accusations, and this isn't going anywhere. If the admin wants to lock the thread and move the discussion elsewhere, fine, but for now, the moderators from Psychology have already spent far too much time on this...
Complaint about moderation on Psychology in Feedback & Suggestions ·
silentpuma3 said:Total nonsense. I've always been under sanctions, that's all I'm saying. I've certainly never lacked penalties...

Your profile stats show a massive pile of just two strikes. I don't see how you expect anything softer than this moderation. Maybe if the Dalai Lama were in charge...

Your always is just an impression. We deal with verifiable facts here. And those facts show that claiming you're always under sanction doesn't hold up...

Did you really think I wouldn't comment on this?

If I asked the question, then yes, of course I'm waiting for an answer. It's a matter of administration...

Under the reason for the ban, it just said "gross insult." That could mean anything, so it’s not about twisting things, just my own interpretation/assumption.

If you aren't sure what constituted a gross insult in a post, you ask a moderator. You can send a DM or ask here on the forum. There is even a specific thread for appealing strikes. But you didn't come forward with an assumption; you made a claim that you earned 500 points because of some "f-off" remark...
Common sense suggests that labeling people as "psychopaths" in a thread would be a somewhat heavier violation than saying "f-off." Or that calling someone a "psychopath" should also be recognized as a violation, rather than selectively picking out "f-off"...
Saying "f-off" is a violation, but they definitely wouldn't hit you with 500 points for it. Something like that doesn't warrant that many points...
By the way, people have said all sorts of things to me publicly (that others are worth more, that I'm no good, etc.) which is much worse than an abstract statement about "psychopaths and hopeless cases" because it was directed specifically at me as a person. And nobody ever reacted.

Please provide links to this. Otherwise, we can't respond. We need to follow the link to see how it unfolded, what led to it, and what was actually said on your end to make a judgment...

It isn't abstract at all, and that excuse won't fly. It's just as abstract as wearing a sign that says unknowns smell bad here around your neck in broad daylight in a minority neighborhood in NY...
Complaint about moderation on Psychology in Feedback & Suggestions ·
Folks, this isn't the place to settle your personal grievances. Please don't bring them here. And let's not drag out the argument that started this thread. The user opened this topic specifically to address questions for administration. I'm asking you all to please refrain from fighting with one another here...
Complaint about moderation on Psychology in Feedback & Suggestions ·
silentpuma3 said:It’s a pretty lazy tactic to shift the focus away from the actual issue just to discredit the person making the complaint...

Yeah, obviously. That's the "tactic" now. It's definitely not about pointing out that you're doing the exact same things you didn't get sanctioned for—the same stuff you opened this thread about regarding others. So let's talk about tactics then... did you report any of your colleagues (and you aren't one of mine) for continuing to post on the same topics using different usernames?

I checked that 7-day ban and the 500-point deduction you mentioned. You didn't get hit because you told a forum member to get lost; you got hit because of what you wrote in the chat regarding the users there:
silentpuma3 said:I know this psychology chat is for hopeless cases and psychopaths, but shouldn't some people stop going so far with the insinuations and spreading hate in other sub-forums?

Daisy, if you have the guts, say it to my face. Or just walk away.

Twisting the facts like this isn't right...
Complaint about moderation on Psychology in Feedback & Suggestions ·
What’s the issue with the linked post?
Yes, my colleague included some incorrect information. I pointed out exactly where the error was and which rules actually apply here. Posts featuring explicit imagery, like certain anatomical caricatures or adult toys, result in a warning, and users have been banned for that before. If something like that slipped through, please just report it.

The chat is generally moderated a bit more loosely across most subforums. This includes not penalizing users who constantly troll others or cause collective irritation. And yes, I mentioned to the user that she could request a temporary timeout if she wanted; there's no need to push for a formal warning. Up until now, nothing but explicit photos has warranted a strike, but she was definitely heading in that direction. She has that option.

The topic isn't support chat as you've phrased it; the title specifically says support and chat. That changes the context quite a bit. Members can talk about whatever they want, provided they stay within the bounds of offering support. A little banter is fine, but it shouldn't be excessive. Not to repeat myself, but I believe I've explained everything above...
Moderator inquiry for the psychology subforum in Feedback & Suggestions ·
If everything had been sanctioned back then, before the temporary freeze, you would have been the first one stuck in a multi-day slump. You’re lacking objectivity... quite a bit, actually.
But it doesn't matter. We were clear—follow the rules, or we’ll request a partial split. You've spent enough time on these boards to know exactly what following (or ignoring) the rules entails.

We consider this discussion closed. There is no point in dragging it out any further.

Locked.
Moderator inquiry for the psychology subforum in Feedback & Suggestions ·
Sophia Kern43 said:We used to be more lenient with this kind of talk over on the Psychology subforum, but we won't stand for trolling, insults, or dragging discussions into private messages. This applies to everyone, especially long-time members with over 8,000 posts who use comments like

to show they know exactly which rules they're breaking. 🙂

Consider this a final warning before a partial ban is issued for the Psychology section, following the next post which will result in a formal strike.
Psychotropic medication discussion thread in Psychology & Therapy ·
Give the psychiatric emergency line a call and ask them...
Mods aren't responding to insults in the tourism section in Feedback & Suggestions ·
granitefalcon26, everyone has a right to complain, and it isn't your job to decide if those complaints are valid. Please don't get caught up in everyone else's grievances.

rustymason82, moving forward, please wait 24 hours after reporting a post before opening a formal complaint here if there’s no response. If you're noticing a recurring issue on the PDF, you'll need to include multiple links as proof... otherwise, the administration can't really investigate claims like "this always happens" or "moderators often..." without concrete evidence to back them up.
Why was my thread about feminism in politics closed? in Feedback & Suggestions ·
Maybe besides just having good intentions, people actually need to be online. It’s not like the mods are hardwired into their computers 24/7 to moderate every single thread... It's the weekend, for goodness' sake.