Depression And S/H Related
A page for MUDs that have primarily depression and self harm related symptoms. Sorted in alphabetical order. Press ctrl+f to search.
Chronic Ennui Syndrome
Coined to describe a persistent feeling of boredom, dissatisfaction, or existential emptiness.
Criteria is:
- Pervasive Feelings of Boredom:Persistent and pervasive feelings of boredom, dissatisfaction, or a lack of interest in various aspects of life, including work, relationships, and recreational activities.
- Long Duration:The experience of chronic ennui lasting for an extended period, typically for at least six months or longer, without a clear and temporary cause.
- Impact on Functioning:Significant impairment in daily functioning due to chronic feelings of ennui, including difficulties in maintaining work or academic responsibilities and strained interpersonal relationships.
- Existential Concerns:Frequent contemplation of existential questions related to the meaning and purpose of life, contributing to a sense of weariness or disillusionment.
- Lack of Enjoyment:A diminished capacity to experience pleasure or satisfaction from activities that were once enjoyable, leading to a pervasive sense of emptiness.
- Distress and Impairment:The experience of distress associated with chronic ennui and impaired overall well-being.
Coiner:A.I
Link:https://rentry.co/6faqg#chronic-ennui-syndrome
Quotidian Overwhelm Syndrome (QOS)
QOS is characterized by an overwhelming sense of routine and the mundane, leading to apathy, lack of motivation, and a persistent feeling of being trapped in a monotonous existence.
- Persistent Aversion to Routine:Individuals with QOS exhibit a chronic aversion to daily routines, finding them stifling, monotonous, and emotionally draining.
- Emotional Flatness in Familiar Settings:Emotional responses in familiar settings, such as home or workplace, are notably flat or subdued. Individuals may struggle to derive pleasure or satisfaction from routine activities.
- Heightened Discomfort During Mundane Tasks:Mundane and routine tasks provoke heightened discomfort, leading to a sense of overwhelm and a desire to avoid or escape such activities.
- Chronic Sense of Trapped Existence:Individuals with QOS experience a persistent sense of being trapped in a repetitive and unfulfilling existence, contributing to feelings of frustration and restlessness.
- Resistance to Establishing Predictable Patterns:There is a consistent resistance to establishing or adhering to predictable patterns or schedules. Individuals may actively avoid creating routines, fearing the emotional toll associated with predictability.
- Repetitive Existential Questioning:Those with QOS engage in repetitive existential questioning, pondering the meaning and purpose of their daily activities and existence in general.
- Inability to Find Fulfillment in Routine Achievements:Routine achievements, such as completing tasks or reaching goals, fail to bring a sense of accomplishment or fulfillment. Individuals may struggle to derive meaning from their daily accomplishments.
- Persistent Yearning for Novelty:There is a persistent yearning for novelty and change, with individuals seeking new experiences to counteract the perceived dullness and repetitiveness of their daily lives.
- Difficulty Maintaining Long-Term Commitments:Individuals with QOS may have difficulty maintaining long-term commitments, as the prospect of enduring routine-related stress becomes a barrier to sustained engagement.
- Negative Impact on Well-being:QOS significantly impacts overall well-being, leading to symptoms such as chronic stress, anxiety, and a diminished sense of life satisfaction.
- Avoidance of Predictable Environments:Individuals actively avoid or express discomfort in predictable environments, preferring the unpredictability of unfamiliar settings.
Coiner:A.I
Link:https://rentry.co/6faqg#quotidian-overwhelm-syndrome-qos
Self-Harm Pursuit Disorder (SHPD)
Self-Harm Pursuit Disorder is when a person actively seeks out situations, relationships, or activities that pose a risk of harm to themselves.
Symptoms:
- People with SHPD engage in intentional and persistent behaviors that expose them to harm, disregarding the potential negative consequences or dangers associated with their actions.
- The disorder causes difficulties in accurately assessing the harm or consequences associated with certain activities or relationships, leading to a bad perception of risk.
- SHPD is caused by underlying factors such as low self-esteem, a desire for self-punishment, or a need to externalize internal distress through risk-taking.
- The desire for harmful situations becomes a repetitive pattern, showing a persistent coping mechanism for managing internal emotional pain or distress.
Coiner:@kaninecoins on tumblr
Link:https://archive.ph/qm21t
Suicidal Hesitancy Paradox Disorder
Where the person with it is constantly in a suicidal state of being but cannot act on it due to that same suicidal state of being leaving the person with it unable to commit to it.
Coiner:@spicypropara on tumblr
Link:https://archive.li/T3ol6