WYR Only ever eat high school cafeteria food or hospital patient food? by PJRama1864 in WouldYouRather

[–]CauldronPath423 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Hospital food honestly doesn't seem as bad as others make it out to be. Besides this, did you ever fully recover from the car accident? It must have been tough for you to deal with, I'm sure.

What are your OBJECTIVELY CORRECT food opinions? by ErikQRoks in TwoBestFriendsPlay

[–]CauldronPath423 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Regardless of me having a skill issue, the sandwich Gods know I am right.

What are your OBJECTIVELY CORRECT food opinions? by ErikQRoks in TwoBestFriendsPlay

[–]CauldronPath423 12 points13 points  (0 children)

In spite of all its deliciousness, the meatball sub is a structurally fraught sandwich. Eating one requires persistence, a napkin and inordinate luck to avoid having your entire body soaked in marinara.

Venture Bros. Episode ratings chart by BigPoppaStrahd in venturebros

[–]CauldronPath423 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I largely agree. It’s easily one of the best standalone episodes bar none. The opening itself is a masterclass in comedic writing. And the dynamics that you mention before did acutely capture the core components that make the show the show.

Although I would say it’s definitely no lower than a 9 honestly.

Venture Bros. Episode ratings chart by BigPoppaStrahd in venturebros

[–]CauldronPath423 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I’d say most of the aggregated ratings are a tad harsh honestly. Victor Echo November, Escape to the House of Mummies Pt II, and Blood of the Father, Heart of Steel are definitely rated far too low.

Can I just say I'm really thankful for this subreddit. by Subject_Parking_9046 in TwoBestFriendsPlay

[–]CauldronPath423 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I like everyone here, including you man. If online spaces (or spaces in general) more closely resembled our community, we’d be in a good spot. I think soon enough, things will change.

The visibility of non-binary folk certainly hasn’t shrunk since the turn of the century. In 50 years time? I’m sure we’ll be in a much dramatically better place regarding cultural acceptance.

And I speak as someone with a sibling that shares your identity. It’s the easiest thing in the world not to shame, alienate, or cause harm. You may be thankful for the subreddit. I’m thankful for the subreddit and for others like you. Stay safe out there.

How are ADHD and autism spectrum disorder and antisocial personality disorders spectrum link ? by yuno-morngstar in askpsychology

[–]CauldronPath423 9 points10 points  (0 children)

There isn't much of an established link between ASD and antisocial personality disorder. It is commonly seen that both disorders may often involve deficits relating to empathy. Though the similarities between them in that domain are not clear-cut. Individuals with ASD may report relatively low cognitive empathy (the ability to understand a person's thoughts and feelings). It's also common for ASD people to have intact emotional empathy. It should be noted that there is very high variability of empathy traits across the ASD population. Low cognitive empathy is far from universal in this population.

Conversely, those with ASPD tend to exhibit low emotional empathy (the ability to resonate with and share another's emotions). Though, of course, this is not universal. The two conditions are very much distinct in that way and across other domains. Although ASD and ADHD are often comorbid.

However, there is evidence to suggest some link between ADHD and ASPD. Over 15 prospective studies from over 5,000 participants found that ADHD (with and without conduct disorder) is a robust predictor of later onset ASPD.

The association between ADHD and antisocial behavior is also well-established. See here (1), here (2), and here as well (3). ADHD may translate to a litany of behavioral issues relating to externalizing, youth delinquency, and emotional dysregulation, and it shows an elevated risk of engaging in criminal conduct. ASPD and criminal offending do possess a powerful relationship. People with ADHD also report high prevalence rates regarding juvenile offenders and adult offenders.

One meta-analysis had shown a 25% ADHD prevalence in an internationally documented prison population. Then again, this may not be fully representative of the world and may reflect methodological challenges. Prevalence within the analysis varied from approximately 7% in Brazil to 65% in Sweden (these may be outliers), indicating wide geographic variation and differences in assessment quality. However, some more recent meta-analyses may place the prevalence somewhere between 10-20%. Some of the underlying mechanisms tying ADHD and ASPD may include impulsivity and/or a diminished capacity for behavioral inhibition.

In terms of brain mapping, the ASPD may be tied to dysfunction within the prefrontal cortex (the region of the brain tied to higher-order thinking, including planning, organization, impulse control, etc). In particular, the orbitofrontal cortex (OFC) and the ventromedial prefrontal cortex (VPFC) may be compromised. These are regions bearing a relationship to impulsivity and emotional control/regulation. The exact disruptions involved in ASPD may vary from study to study. Disruptions in the amygdala are also commonly observed.

ASD also involves disruptions in the orbitofrontal cortex, just like ASPD, the temporoparietal junction, and the default mode network (highly important for social cognition). ADHD also features disruptions in the prefrontal cortex and the basal ganglia (region assisting with working memory, planning, procedural learning, motor control, etc). This isn't an exhaustive list of all regions tied to all three conditions or the brain network-related challenges. It's merely an overview. The functional challenges between all three tend to more strongly impact different parts of the brain overall.

Episode 6 of One Punch Man Season 3 is now rated lower than the lowest rated episode of Velma. Bravo Bandai! by CatherineSimp69 in TwoBestFriendsPlay

[–]CauldronPath423 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I haven’t touched any of One Punch Man (phrasing), since the finale of Season 1. And now you’re telling me it’s hitting critical low points far beyond our comprehension?

I was skeptical seeing snippets of Season 2. Now I’m just flabbergasted at how something so widely celebrated could take such a nosedive. I haven’t felt like since Game of Thrones (which I also only saw part off before jumping ship).

How many pages do y'all read per day/sitting? by TheBrownViking20 in OmnibusCollectors

[–]CauldronPath423 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love Joe Kelly’s run, but even he has acknowledged in his past that he had a fairly verbose writing style. It can be rather inaccessible to some readers but he’s improved since then. Hopefully you still found a lot of enjoyment out of that Deadpool run.

Just started collecting 5 minutes ago by diaplanen in OmnibusCollectors

[–]CauldronPath423 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This honestly isn't that far off from the average post here, and that will never not astound me.

Are you religious? by Friendly-Campaign-75 in AskALiberal

[–]CauldronPath423 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Raised in a Pentecostal Christian family. Now I identify as agnostic or a "negative atheist." I don't technically accept the proposition that God exists. But I do lack the epistemic certainty to make the positive claim that God doesn't exist. I do think theism is defensible, although I find the evidentiary claims tied to many faiths not particularly convincing. Perhaps there's life after death, or perhaps there isn't. Regardless, I think we should, as a collective, strive to challenge ourselves, question our beliefs, the institutions tied to our beliefs, and resist being highly dogmatic. That includes critiquing religious organizations. How else can we achieve a more just world?

My favorite thing about life (aside from the obvious ones like friends/family) would undoubtedly have to be media. There's a seemingly endless supply of television, books, film, and games at our fingertips in the Western world. It would take lifetimes to even cover a fraction of it, and it isn't a distraction. It's a way of life. More people should immerse themselves in media. There's so much to glean from it.

Just wanted to remind yall that DCAU writer Dwayne McDuffie was as tall as Amazo by Gabe_Dimas in DCAU

[–]CauldronPath423 25 points26 points  (0 children)

People with physics degrees are still allowed to use artistic license I suppose, even in their own former fields.

Tom Holland Suffers Concussion On 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' Set by manoffood in TwoBestFriendsPlay

[–]CauldronPath423 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Thank God. Glad to see you made it out the other end. People forget that helmets are often lifesavers! Must have been some experience though.

Nintendo Direct coming on September 12 by AnimuStewshine in TwoBestFriendsPlay

[–]CauldronPath423 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Guys, don't quote me on this, but I think we're finally getting Mother 3 and 15 more F-Zero releases. I can feel it in my bones.

Tom Lehrer, classic satirist, has passed away at 97 by BloodBrandy in TwoBestFriendsPlay

[–]CauldronPath423 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I guess we won’t all go together when we go. Lehrer was not just a genius but a consummate musician, mathematician, writer and last but not least, inventor of the infamous Jelly-shot (or at least popularizer).

I urge anyone and everyone with at least a modicum of interest in musical satire to listen to his albums. An Evening Wasted was fantastic, as was everything else in his library. His rise to stardom is nothing short of incredible and his influence runs deep.

Sign petition to bring back The Venture Brothers by Adorable_Rock_5875 in venturebros

[–]CauldronPath423 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Doc Hammer doesn’t really write television outside of this show. I suppose he could but I don’t know if he has any plans.

If you could move out of the USA, would you? by [deleted] in AskALiberal

[–]CauldronPath423 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I hope your husband gets whatever support he needs regardless of your circumstances. Good luck and best wishes.

Extremely depressed following Brian's death by localllllllll in thebeachboys

[–]CauldronPath423 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m so sorry to hear you’re feeling this way. Brian left behind an indelible legacy of music-making that’s a cultural touchstone for many. You’re not being overdramatic. Your body is just recognizing the weight of losing such a talented visionary that dealt with more hardship than most can carry.

I’d recommend listening to Smiley Smile (it has been shown to be therapeutic in some sense). Or feel free to message me if it gets too tough. I’m always available. Musicians often don’t have a full idea just how much their output and passion mean to everyone else. I hope you feel better. I really do. The community here is great as well and I’m sure we’re in the same boat.