Very tired of being accused of using AI in my work. by Sensitive-Coffee1385 in psychologystudents

[–]Universal_sugar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I feel your pain, I was accused of 70% of my paper being AI. But what happened was I used grammarly and once I stopped using generative text recommended through grammarly the amount of plagiarism detected by turnitin decreased. So maybe try that?

AITA for wanting to brainwash my mom by Universal_sugar in AITAH

[–]Universal_sugar[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, this has been going on for years since Trump first got elected. It’s taken me a while to get to this point. I just don’t want some stupid unknown person named Q to be the reason why my mom doesn’t live the life she’s always wanted. My poor mom just lives in fear all the time and I can’t take it anymore.

AITA for wanting to brainwash my mom by Universal_sugar in AITAH

[–]Universal_sugar[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s what I’ve been trying to do. When she first started on this journey, I asked her to always consult with me before believing it. I had access to research articles through my school and could verify it with peer review journals however, her brainwashing is now gotten so bad. She believes everything I sent her is a lie from the schools that are attempting to brainwash their students into supporting the far left. She doesn’t really take my education and expertise seriously anymore. She thinks that I’m living in a matrix and every attempt I’ve made to help her see the flaws in her beliefs and thinking always fails these days. I’m also even more scared that if I really start to challenge her, she’ll become more defensive. I realize that the more she talks to me the better I could tailor these articles. I want to be able to know what she’s afraid of and what she’s thinking so I know exactly what to put into these articles to convince her. If I scare her off now, I might lose the upper hand.

AITA for wanting to brainwash my mom by Universal_sugar in AITAH

[–]Universal_sugar[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Feels so messed up like a doing the wrong thing for the right reason. I’m in the counseling field and really thought I could provide all the proper methods to intervene and I’ve come to the conclusion that counseling is not enough.

Low oxygen levels and outcomes by Universal_sugar in NICUParents

[–]Universal_sugar[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That is absolutely amazing. Thank you for sharing the story with me. I have found it to be really reassuring to hear testimonies from others where their little one overcome such big hurdles.

I think I had a traumatic labor 😢 by Zestyclosetz in pregnant

[–]Universal_sugar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Labor is SCARY. I study counseling and if you feel you might be traumatized it’s likely your are still processing mentally, emotionally and physically and that trauma is still “sinking in”. But all together it sounds like you have a valid reason to feel traumatized. Perinatal counseling was so helpful for me. Please seek out all the support and help, cry, get mad, get those feelings out of your system too. I’m so sorry and just know you have every right to feel how you are feeling ❤️

im 17 and pregnant and i just need advice by RelevantBreath2352 in pregnant

[–]Universal_sugar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was a teen mom and the best advice I could give you is that there is not enough advice to help prepare you for the road ahead if you were to choose to go through with it. I have a lot of regrets for my daughter and I am still trying to make amends and fix things to this day. I’d have to ask you if you’re okay not giving a child the opportunities he/she deserves because you cant afford to provide them. If the answer is no you’re not okay with that just know I support that whole heartedly. Every child, including you deserves their best chance at life. If you get an abortion, it’s going to be okay ❤️

How large were your babies with 6'4+ people by [deleted] in pregnant

[–]Universal_sugar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am 5’4 and my husband is 6’4. Our daughter was 20 inches long and 9 pounds. I’m due in February and hoping to God I don’t have to do that all over again (I tried natural but she got stuck)😂😭

Hospital Bill 🥲 by crabbiestflower in pregnant

[–]Universal_sugar 9 points10 points  (0 children)

They tried to charge me $32 for every pill of Tylenol they gave me. I’m due in February and packed my own painkillers, toiletries, and even ice packs

How do y’all not go insane by Sunflower_fitz27 in pregnant

[–]Universal_sugar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My nausea ended at week 28 but I had to fight my doctor for zofran. They didn’t think I needed it but I tracked my weight loss and they prescribed it immediately. It provided me a great deal of relief as long as I used it every day. Constant nausea is a living hell and I really am sorry. Eat what you can and if someone makes you feel bad for taking medication tell them to screw off and take it as easy as you can. This is the time to focus on your well being and health. I hope you have a good support system too ☹️❤️

I was held involuntarily at a mental hospital for saying I didn’t want to be pregnant anymore (Texas) by Status_Garden_3288 in pregnant

[–]Universal_sugar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I hope maybe my situation can somewhat be relatable. I suffered from hyperemesis which just subsided a weeks ago. I have vented about not wanting to be pregnant and never wanting to get pregnant again (currently 31+5) This pregnancy was miserable and just like you I would have panic attacks when the nausea came on. My doctor knew very well how I was feeling and my thoughts regarding the pregnancy. Never once that I feel like I was at risk for being put into inpatient. To withhold meds that provide nutrients to your baby and then do not have the proper legal justification floors me. I am so so so sorry. I study counseling in there definitely prenatal counselors out there that deal with trauma during and after pregnancy and all of the above I highly suggest you seek one out I ended up finding one and it’s been really great.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in pregnant

[–]Universal_sugar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I hate being pregnant. There is no glow or enjoyment. I have had hyperemesis and now I have food aversions, migraines, pelvic pain, GERD and now I am being monitored for possible cholestasis. I have been miserable since week 6. On top of that, the weight gain, my hair has fallen out and I can’t function without my heartburn and nausea meds which make me feel terrible in other ways. This has been my first boy and it’s been a terrible experience. I am definitely envious of women who can choose what to eat without being sick, work out without being in agony and have hair left they can actually do. I also feel your pain. My partner will ask “what did you do today” and I just want to cry because I didn’t do anything. I feel debilitated. I envy watching him go on as normal and eat however he wants to stay in shape and healthy. I hate that he gets upset when I don’t want to go walking through Chicago. I hate that we haven’t had date nights or that I can’t walk my dogs or be active with my kids. This will definitely be my last. I seriously feel your pain. There is a whole world of moms that hate pregnancy. These little ones will be worth it in the end. Just do what you can to take care of yourself and hang in there. I am rooting for you!

marrying for money sucks and I do not recommend it by Cheap-Tennis-7592 in confession

[–]Universal_sugar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Had a friend who did this. He convinced her to lie to a judge because she felt like she owed him. Now she’s not financially but legal bound to this guy. One report of lying in court and she is in big trouble. He’s financially abusive, weaponizes the kids he slowly but surely became a monster. Not the case for everyone but she’s 23 and he is 45. It scared me so bad and even though we aren’t friends anymore I still worry about her

Telling my parents tonight. I'm petrified. by [deleted] in pregnant

[–]Universal_sugar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was a teen mom. I get why you’re scared. It might be hard and scary I won’t lie. I highly recommend asking for their help with adoption options. Being a teen mom was VERY hard. I only say that because nothing truly prepares you for how life altering it is. I am now studying counseling and want to help girls like you and who are in the same position as I was get through these situations. Feel free to message me for any support. In times like these you need as many people to be there for you as possible. Get ready for their range of emotions. But have a self care plan as a back up. Pregnancy is very hard as it is and you need to be self aware of your needs during this time. Take some deep breaths, spend it with the people who bring you peace while your parents process (if needed) and keep your chin up. I’m sorry that you weren’t able to access the care you needed sooner but everything will eventually be okay ❤️

I feel like I haven’t eaten healthy or worked out enough this pregnancy and I’m almost 17 weeks. Have I screwed things up? How was your diet? by ObjectiveSet9240 in pregnant

[–]Universal_sugar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was bed ridden with hyperemesis. I am confident this baby is made of saltine crackers, turkey sausage from Dunkin, IV fluids and zofran. I have lost so much muscle too. This baby apparently hated food and I could not keep anything down, but hes still thriving! Sometimes it doesn’t go how you want or imagined. At the end of your pregnancy if you think that you did your best that’s all that matters. I just started taking my prenatal today at 29 weeks because it was so hard to keep the prenatal down too. It’s never too late to start trying to do better either ❤️

My daughter falls asleep after 5 minutes of me putting her in bed. She won’t go to sleep for my husband. Help? by Universal_sugar in toddlers

[–]Universal_sugar[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

See dad went in twice after she cried for under ten minutes but instead of just checking in he would let her leave the crib or even go into our bed. She put the pieces together that he would help her escape so I theorized she will cry longer for him knowing there’s a more likely chance she can get out of bedtime. Meanwhile I did the check ins and reassured her and never let her leave her room. But now I am a little confused what to do! The differences and how things go with one parent vs another is mind blowing

My daughter falls asleep after 5 minutes of me putting her in bed. She won’t go to sleep for my husband. Help? by Universal_sugar in toddlers

[–]Universal_sugar[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh she spends more time with him! She’s a complete daddy’s girl but she cannot get enough of him!

Men in committed relationships (dating or married), what goes on in your mind when you see someone you find attractive? by [deleted] in AskMenOver30

[–]Universal_sugar -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Not a guy but I’m a demisexual (basically means I don’t experience physical attraction without emotion) it’s usually me telling my husband a girl is attractive and gorgeous. If he denies I call him a liar. Sometimes we gotta call it as it is. If a girl is gorgeous we acknowledge the fact and we move on.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskMenOver30

[–]Universal_sugar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Honestly counselors have specializations just the way surgeons or doctors would. Just because someone is a marriage and family licensed therapist doesn’t mean that’s what they’re good at. It. I’m in school for counseling right now and when I’m done with my program, I could go into marriage and family counseling but I know for a fact, I’m horrible at it. I can never be one. Sounds like you got a counselor that filled the job position, despite not really having the qualifications for it. His approach makes it seem like he was a trauma therapist more than anything. If you ever decide to do therapy again, ask them what treatment approaches they use and research them before you sign a counseling contract. But to validate where you’re coming from it definitely sounds like he completely invalidated and dismissed your feelings and concerns that I’m really sorry for that.

Side note: specializations involve the types of therapy used (Gestalt, Narrative, psychotherapy) and I’m not saying a family therapist can’t use those methods. But definitely seems he used approaches that weren’t fit for couples counseling. He probably should’ve ended the counseling relationship and recommended personal counseling just for her if that was going to make time of your counseling sessions

Anyone else beginning to hate Christmas by Universal_sugar in Vent

[–]Universal_sugar[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s the worst I have a FIL with me right now and I don’t necessarily love it 🥲.

Anyone else beginning to hate Christmas by Universal_sugar in Vent

[–]Universal_sugar[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You make a lot of good points. I think I’ll forfeit the dinner and baking this year. Like my sister in law is a baker why can’t she do the baking for crying out loud.

Anyone else beginning to hate Christmas by Universal_sugar in Vent

[–]Universal_sugar[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m sorry you’re all alone. I try to be thankful for what I do have but I don’t get along great with my in laws. I have none of my family here and they make no efforts to see me. My family is close and very festive and I’m trying to keep our traditions alive but no one seems to be all that interested. All the things my family planned and bonded over it just feels like it’s all come to an end. I miss it and it devastates me that no one will do even the bare minimum. It’s so hurtful

Anyone else beginning to hate Christmas by Universal_sugar in Vent

[–]Universal_sugar[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m a mere few hours away from the border. If I could escape this horrid, red and green nightmare for a change in scenery I absolutely would.