self-medicating
4 episodes mention this concept
ChrisWillxJan 8, 2026The Biology of Happiness & Unhappiness: Managing Emotions and Worldly Idols
PsychologyPsychology as biologyLimbic systemDorsal anterior cingulate cortexNegative emotions as productive
DocSnipesJan 10, 2023The Profound Impact of Attitude on Physical and Mental Health: Cultivating Hardiness and Tragic Optimism
HealthAttitudePerceptionOptimism (toxic vs. healthy)Pessimism- DocSnipesNov 25, 2022
Navigating Relationships When a Partner Has Depression: Symptoms, Support, and Self-Care
RelationshipsDepression symptoms (DISEASE CASE mnemonic)AnhedoniaIrritability (as a stress response)Sleep changes (insomnia, hypersomnia) - DocSnipesMar 1, 2020
Depression, Anger, and Anxiety: Understanding Their Interconnected Neurochemical Relationship
PsychologyThreat response systemCortisolNorepinephrineSerotonin
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Concepts that appear alongside self-medicating across episodes.
- dialectics
- tragic optimism
- cognitive flexibility
- optimism (toxic vs. healthy)
- hypervigilance
- self-esteem
- attitude
- pessimism
- stress response system (hpa axis)
- intrusive thoughts
- problem-solving
- ruminations
- wise mind
- social support
- cognitive autopilot
- perception
- hardiness (commitment, control, challenge)
- frustration tolerance
- emotional regulation