Tag: Psychology

Music
Experts, Pocahontas LaFay

Of darkness and other familiarities: Part 1 – A Personal Thought

This is the ever-expanding history of the goth subculture. From my perspective and experience as a 90s-era goth woman, I offer more insight. My stance is that I don’t think about music. Goth music shouldn’t be the primary focus anymore.

While it is essential, other aspects should also be considered, such as the history of the subculture and its inspiration, and more. In addition to this, music is essential, but each individual in the community must find their own way, create their own style, and adhere to what they love about the culture as well.

The goth subculture emerged among those outside England from the backdrop of the Punk scene at the time. Mainly surfacing around a club called the Batcave. The original goth bands were influenced by actual goth writers such as Edgar Allen Poe. These bands laid the foundation for what the community is today.

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Paraphilia - Sexuality
Experts, OCD Vampire, Paraphilias, Psychology

Merinthophilia: Exploring the Paraphilia of Restraint, Desire, and Power Dynamics

“Bound by fate, entangled in flesh; there is no freedom in the chains, yet the chains are the escape.”

In the hidden recesses of human desire, certain fantasies involve the eroticization of restraint, a fascination with the physical act of being tied or restrained. This complex sexual attraction is known as merinthophilia, a paraphilia that focuses on sexual arousal derived from being physically bound. 

For some individuals, merinthophilia taps into a deep psychological need for control, submission, intimacy, and emotional release, exploring themes of power dynamics and vulnerability.

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Cinderella - Fairy Tale
Experts, Gothic Fairy Tales, OCD Vampire, Paraphilias

The Cinderella Complex: Ascension and Transformation Fantasy as a Psychological Phenomenon

Fairy tales have long been a source of psychological exploration, offering complex narratives that connect deeply with human desires, fears, and fantasies. One of the most iconic stories in this regard is Cinderella, a tale that explores themes of transformation, rescue, and ultimate ascension from a life of hardship to one of royalty. 

For many, the story is simply one of hope that one day they might experience their own “magical” transformation. However, for others, Cinderella represents a deeper psychological phenomenon, one that can be linked to the “Cinderella Complex” and even to ascension or transformation fantasies that have connections to paraphilic behaviour.

In this article, we will explore the psychological dynamics of ascension and transformation fantasies in relation to Cinderella. Specifically, we will delve into how these fantasies might function within the context of a complex such as the Cinderella Complex, the potential paraphilic aspects tied to personal growth through external forces, and the psychological implications of believing in the possibility of sudden, magical changes in life.

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Schizophrenia - Mental Disorder
Experts, OCD Vampire, Psychology

The Psychology of Dangerous Incels: Unmasking the Toxic Mindset Behind Their Rage

In recent years, the term “incel” (involuntary celibate) has entered mainstream discussions, often associated with extreme frustration, entitlement, and, in some cases, violent behaviour.

The term refers to individuals, usually men, who are unable to form sexual or romantic relationships and blame society, women, or other men for their perceived failures.

But what happens when this frustration evolves into something more dangerous? How can we understand the mindset of incels who resort to violence, misogyny, narcissism, and manipulation?

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Experts, OCD Vampire, Paraphilias

Somnophilia: The Sleep Fetish Psychology Behind “Sleeping Beauty Syndrome”

A gothic exploration of paraphilia, trauma, and unconscious desire.

What Is Somnophilia?

What is the somnophilia paraphilia? Explore the psychology of the sleep fetish known as “Sleeping Beauty Syndrome” in this gothic, trauma-informed deep dive.

“Do not awaken her,” they whispered. But what if the allure lies not in the waking…but in the waiting?

In the velvet hush of night, when the world exhales and stillness reigns, some hearts stir with forbidden fire. Somnophilia, also called “Sleeping Beauty Syndrome,”is one of psychology’s darkest, least-discussed paraphilias. To some, it’s a dangerous deviation. To others, a misunderstood obsession.

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PARAPHILIA - SEXUALITY
Experts, Medicality, OCD Vampire

Do You Have Paraphilias, And Don’t Know It?

The word paraphilia has quite a history in itself. A lot of people associate it with dark and murderous sexual behaviours. However, paraphilias are much more complex than that. Let’s dive into the complexity of the word!

The Overall Generalization Of Paraphilias

People automatically associate paraphilias with sexual depravity, often leading to criminal acts. However, that isn’t the case, and more precisely, one is not exclusive to the other. We owe this misconception to centuries of shaming sexuality, religion, and close-minded doctors and pharmacists.

We are aware that medical procedures have to start somewhere and that it is understandable mistakes would occur. Like many other fields, medicine depends on learning and experimenting. However, some of the worst horror stories of learning come from psychiatry. 

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Medieval — Plague Doctor
Experts, Medicality, OCD Vampire

The Psychological Profile Behind A Narcopathic Individual

We know about narcissists, and we know about psychopaths. But what happens when both meet and merge together? We have one of the most terrifying psychological possibilities. It becomes a basic recipe for a supervillain!

What Is The Definition Of A Narcopathic Person?

To be a narcopathic person isn’t simple and doesn’t come quickly, either. In today’s age and era, it is simple to jump online and look at someone’s definition of a word and say, “Yes, I have that, too!” However, people should understand that psychology is a complex, lengthy, and severe field of study.

When going on a medical website to help ourselves find some answers to questions tormenting our minds, we must remember that they are broad terms. It is helpful to bring ideas to your doctor or therapist and ask about what you found and if they should consider examining you for it, even psychological findings. But don’t believe because you watch Dr. Phil that you are a certified psychiatrist!

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Vampire
Experts, OCD Vampire, Paranormal

The Odaxelagnia Paraphilia Complex

Many kinks are now part of our daily lives as they make their way into our phones or while browsing. With the inclusion of so many types of romance novels, among other entertainment, one caught my attention, odaxelagnia. Let’s dive in!

The Quick Overall View Of Odaxelagnia

The simplest way to put it, odaxelagnia ranges itself in the paraphilia family. Odaxelagnia is, at its core, achieving orgasmic or sexual arousal through biting your partner or the other way around.

Some researchers consider odaxelagnia to be sadomasochism at a mild level. Often the bites resemble nibbling, which is quite similar to many mammals in the wild when performing sexual intercourse.

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Experts, OCD Vampire, Paranormal

Batman’s The Joker Is The Greatest Villain And Here Is Why

Have you ever thought about the psychological state of Batman’s villains? I do. So, let’s dive in and learn more about the worst that Gotham has to offer!

How It Started For Joker

In Spring 1940, the Joker made its first appearance in Batman #1. A few of us don’t know that he was meant to be a one-issue villain. We know that he is Batman’s archnemesis, but he is also a criminal mastermind. So, let’s see about the Joker’s psychological file!

However, due to his popularity, the prankster continued his journey in the comic book. Despite his popularity, reinvented as a harmless villain, the Joker fell into the abyss until the 70s.

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Knife - Blood
Dora Esquivel, Experts, Paranormal

The Social Function Of Serial Killers

Returning from a break I decided to come back to my roots with serial killer obsessions. What do they think and how do they proceed is what this article is all about.

Social Construct

*** Note: the article is about serial killers with psychopathy tendencies.

Honestly, what do each one of us serve in society? Are we like the hardworking bees, all assigned duties or work assignments to make the hive grow, survive.

It’s hard to believe that we serve an integral part of society with our mundane day-to-day interactions, but we do. 

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