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Fantasy

What is fantasy?

Fantasy is a mental image of objects, people or scenarios, which is not present. Some experts distinguish between conscious fantasies, and daydreams, or unconscious fantasies. In Freudian psychoanalysis, fantasy is a means of realizing wishes or desires.

Mental Health

What is your ‘why’: 5 common reasons people support Mental Health America 4 December 2023
What is your ‘why’: 5 common reasons people support Mental Health America MHA Admin Mon, 12/04/2023 - 16:56 December 05, 2023 by Jennifer Molina One of the most enjoyable parts of my job is hearing stories from donors and their “why” – why they choose to give generously to Mental Health America (MHA). Just recently, […]
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Adult autism: Seeking an official diagnosis 30 November 2023
Adult autism: Seeking an official diagnosis MHA Admin Thu, 11/30/2023 - 11:57 December 01, 2023 by Kristen Abell A little over a year ago, I started to wonder if maybe I was autistic. Not one to let things go (also known as hyperfixation), my exploration led me to reading scientific books about autism spectrum disorder […]
MHA Admin
States should prioritize youth mental health: Governors Association Playbook is a welcome guide 30 November 2023
States should prioritize youth mental health: Governors Association Playbook is a welcome guide MHA Admin Thu, 11/30/2023 - 10:03 December 01, 2023 by Caren Howard, Jose Caballero, and Marcus Alston As legislators prepare for a new year and grapple with budget decisions that put to use their surplus or address shortfalls, there are significant opportunities […]
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Guest post: 5 tips for grandfamilies facing mental health concerns 29 November 2023
Guest post: 5 tips for grandfamilies facing mental health concerns MHA Admin Wed, 11/29/2023 - 17:03 November 30, 2023 by Jaia Peterson Lent The U.S. is in a child and adolescent mental health emergency, on top of a national mental health crisis for Americans of all ages. While everyone can be impacted, there is one […]
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Guest blog: 3 misconceptions of using injectable antipsychotic treatment for schizophrenia 21 November 2023
Guest blog: 3 misconceptions of using injectable antipsychotic treatment for schizophrenia MHA Admin Tue, 11/21/2023 - 13:12 November 29, 2023 by Eric Hughes, M.D., Ph.D. Societal perceptions of schizophrenia are often sensationalized and shrouded in stigmas that can lead to misconceptions and the spread of inaccurate information both outside and within the community. These negative […]
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Experiencing Joy in Caregiving 20 November 2023
Experiencing Joy in Caregiving MHA Admin Mon, 11/20/2023 - 15:59 November 22, 2023 by Jackie Zimmermann Soo Jin became a caregiver unexpectedly when her sister-in-law was diagnosed with leukemia. After a single phone call, Soo Jin was on her way to her sister-in-law’s house to pack her things and welcome her into her home. When […]
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Guest blog: 5 things to know about tardive dyskinesia 7 November 2023
Guest blog: 5 things to know about tardive dyskinesia MHA Admin Tue, 11/07/2023 - 14:11 Actor portrayals November 09, 2023 by Celia Zinger, M.D., executive director, Medical Affairs at Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc. This post was sponsored and developed by Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc. Some people living with a mental health condition may also experience tardive dyskinesia […]
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Guest blog: Art, mental health, and giving together 19 October 2023
Guest blog: Art, mental health, and giving together MHA Admin Thu, 10/19/2023 - 11:11 October 19, 2023 by Diana Chao “How tragic but resilient human life is,” said my half-asleep grandma, speaking over the phone from the chipped doorway of her apartment complex’s bottom-floor cafeteria. I had just sent her one of my newest artworks […]
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Americans must act now to fix youth mental health crisis 13 October 2023
Americans must act now to fix youth mental health crisis MHA Admin Fri, 10/13/2023 - 15:09 October 13, 2023 by Schroeder Stribling and Kenna Chic One of us is a national behavioral health advocate whose peer support work ignited a decade-long journey to reform the system. As a peer supporter, I have worked with several […]
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Embracing authenticity: 4 learnings from 4 queer coming out stories 13 October 2023
Embracing authenticity: 4 learnings from 4 queer coming out stories MHA Admin Fri, 10/13/2023 - 11:29 October 17, 2023 by Jackie Zimmermann National Coming Out Day, marked each year on Oct. 11, can be a day of declaration, celebration, or exploration for queer individuals. Coming out is a deeply personal experience loaded with many feelings […]
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Mental Health In Literature, Part 4
Today's articles look at the darker side of love with abuse that requires reflection and consideration for the reader to contemplate. The 1955 novel Lolita, by Vladimir Nabokov, a Russian-American novelist, handles the controversial subject of hebephilia, a profoundly unsettling and controversial exploration of obsession and the demonic aspects of human nature. The second is […]
Mental Health In Literature, Part 3
Our previous session discussed how literature and the media manipulated public opinion and shaped people’s beliefs and behaviours. Today, we have a closer look at Fake News. The Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Spectrum and a book reflecting the counterculture movement and challenges the traditional values, institutionalisation and incarceration in the 1960s. Can you guess what it is? […]
Obsessive Love
Obsessive love can be described as an intense and overwhelming feeling of love towards someone, which can lead to controlling behaviour and possessiveness. It often involves an unhealthy attachment to the other person and can have negative consequences for both the lover and the loved one. Idolatry, infatuation, and erotomania are terms used to describe […]
Mental Health In Literature, Part 2:
The previous article briefly discussed how the power of literature was a deadly weapon through newspapers, radio, and other media outlets, used in antisemitic propaganda by Adolf Hitler to dehumanise and vilify his enemies, primarily the Jews he called parasites. But for additional groups such as communists and non-Aryans, the word was used in Germany to describe […]
Literature in the field of mental health?
I proposed that books allow the individual to learn from their reading experiences and bibliotherapy to be the focus of therapy and self-reflection. Photography was suggested as a tool for conveying emotion and channels for self-expression. Then, like a vision, I observed a review by Andrew Pettigrew, which combined both aspects together. The premise of this work […]
Loneliness can have a significant impact on both your physical and mental health.
Although health professionals often use the term mental health, physicians recognise that many psychological disorders have physical roots. And this is why loneliness can significantly affect both your physical and mental health. In today’s fast-paced and connected world, it may seem counterintuitive to think loneliness is a prevalent issue. Loneliness is a serious problem that can […]
The World of Literature on Mental Health: Part One.
Our previous article briefly looked into the World of literature on mental health. We considered the early inclusion of mental health literature available to our young minds by viewing Christopher Robin’s friends and his mental state of mind. Leaving the door open for discussion concerning his imaginary friendship was either a coping mechanism or schizophrenia. Then, to whet your […]
Bibliotherapy: A Book Club With A Difference
What is Bibliotherapy? Bibliotherapy is a therapeutic approach that uses literature to support mental health and wellbeing. It involves using books, poems, and other written materials to help individuals understand and cope with their emotions, thoughts, and behaviours. Bibliotherapy can be used in various settings, including schools, libraries, hospitals, and therapy sessions. Words and images […]

Mental Health

What is your ‘why’: 5 common reasons people support Mental Health America
What is your ‘why’: 5 common reasons people support Mental Health America MHA Admin Mon, 12/04/2023 - 16:56 December 05, 2023 by Jennifer Molina One of the most enjoyable parts of my job is hearing stories from donors and their “why” – why they choose to give generously to Mental Health America (MHA). Just recently, […]
Adult autism: Seeking an official diagnosis
Adult autism: Seeking an official diagnosis MHA Admin Thu, 11/30/2023 - 11:57 December 01, 2023 by Kristen Abell A little over a year ago, I started to wonder if maybe I was autistic. Not one to let things go (also known as hyperfixation), my exploration led me to reading scientific books about autism spectrum disorder […]
States should prioritize youth mental health: Governors Association Playbook is a welcome guide
States should prioritize youth mental health: Governors Association Playbook is a welcome guide MHA Admin Thu, 11/30/2023 - 10:03 December 01, 2023 by Caren Howard, Jose Caballero, and Marcus Alston As legislators prepare for a new year and grapple with budget decisions that put to use their surplus or address shortfalls, there are significant opportunities […]
Guest post: 5 tips for grandfamilies facing mental health concerns
Guest post: 5 tips for grandfamilies facing mental health concerns MHA Admin Wed, 11/29/2023 - 17:03 November 30, 2023 by Jaia Peterson Lent The U.S. is in a child and adolescent mental health emergency, on top of a national mental health crisis for Americans of all ages. While everyone can be impacted, there is one […]
Guest blog: 3 misconceptions of using injectable antipsychotic treatment for schizophrenia
Guest blog: 3 misconceptions of using injectable antipsychotic treatment for schizophrenia MHA Admin Tue, 11/21/2023 - 13:12 November 29, 2023 by Eric Hughes, M.D., Ph.D. Societal perceptions of schizophrenia are often sensationalized and shrouded in stigmas that can lead to misconceptions and the spread of inaccurate information both outside and within the community. These negative […]
Experiencing Joy in Caregiving
Experiencing Joy in Caregiving MHA Admin Mon, 11/20/2023 - 15:59 November 22, 2023 by Jackie Zimmermann Soo Jin became a caregiver unexpectedly when her sister-in-law was diagnosed with leukemia. After a single phone call, Soo Jin was on her way to her sister-in-law’s house to pack her things and welcome her into her home. When […]
Guest blog: 5 things to know about tardive dyskinesia
Guest blog: 5 things to know about tardive dyskinesia MHA Admin Tue, 11/07/2023 - 14:11 Actor portrayals November 09, 2023 by Celia Zinger, M.D., executive director, Medical Affairs at Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc. This post was sponsored and developed by Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc. Some people living with a mental health condition may also experience tardive dyskinesia […]
Guest blog: Art, mental health, and giving together
Guest blog: Art, mental health, and giving together MHA Admin Thu, 10/19/2023 - 11:11 October 19, 2023 by Diana Chao “How tragic but resilient human life is,” said my half-asleep grandma, speaking over the phone from the chipped doorway of her apartment complex’s bottom-floor cafeteria. I had just sent her one of my newest artworks […]
Americans must act now to fix youth mental health crisis
Americans must act now to fix youth mental health crisis MHA Admin Fri, 10/13/2023 - 15:09 October 13, 2023 by Schroeder Stribling and Kenna Chic One of us is a national behavioral health advocate whose peer support work ignited a decade-long journey to reform the system. As a peer supporter, I have worked with several […]
Embracing authenticity: 4 learnings from 4 queer coming out stories
Embracing authenticity: 4 learnings from 4 queer coming out stories MHA Admin Fri, 10/13/2023 - 11:29 October 17, 2023 by Jackie Zimmermann National Coming Out Day, marked each year on Oct. 11, can be a day of declaration, celebration, or exploration for queer individuals. Coming out is a deeply personal experience loaded with many feelings […]