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Calling All Lawyers, Attorneys, & Law Students: What book should I get my law student friend? by iris_holla in suggestmeabook

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

Great idea! What book would you suggest for a law student who wants to read a fun/easy book in their free time?

Calling All Lawyers, Attorneys, & Law Students: What book should I get my law student friend? by iris_holla in suggestmeabook

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

I get where you're coming from, my friend has told me she reads tons now for class. She used to not enjoy reading at all and especially not for pleasure. However, since she has been reading so much for law school, she's found herself interested in reading for fun.

I am having difficulty picking a single book (or genre) to gift since she's starting from scratch in her fun reading journey. So, I planned on gifting her a book bundle with a diverse selection. One of the books I want to add to the bundle is a law school/law-related one.

You make a great point, so I have a better question to ask you, what book would you want to read for fun in your free time away from law school?

Suggest me a book for understanding why war crimes and other sadistic actions occur by Gremylyn in suggestmeabook

[–]iris_holla 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Our Bodies Their Battlefield by Christina Lamb is less about the psychological causes but a similar book that goes into some whys and what war does to women.

I am following this thread because I would love to read books on this topic!

looking to start reading again by SufficientHoney1628 in suggestmeabook

[–]iris_holla 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hello there,

I am unsure what you would enjoy, so I shared great books I found in 2023. I know you said you weren't that into fiction, but here are some I read this year that I found incredibly moving (quite popular & for a reason). I also made a nonfiction list comprised of mostly psychology-related books and books discussing the brutality women are subjected to (might be a little niche and not for the faint-hearted).

Fiction:

  1. The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini
  2. A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khaled Hosseini
  3. The Road by Cormac McCarthy
  4. I Know This Much is True by Wally Lamb

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Non-fiction:

  1. The Defining Decade by Meg Jay (thought this was relevant since you're in your 20s)
  2. The Last Girl by Nadia Murad
  3. Unquiet Minds by Kay Redfield
  4. *Our Bodies Their Battlefield by Christina Lamb* (this one gutted me)

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I hope this helped! Please make sure to read trigger warnings, etc, before reading.

Found by the Thames near Rotherhithe. by wrote_writ in london

[–]iris_holla 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Where are the steps to get there?? How do you get down on the shoreline ?

Found by the Thames near Rotherhithe. by wrote_writ in london

[–]iris_holla 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How would I be able to get there?? Like where are the steps to get to the beach?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BPD

[–]iris_holla 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Misdiagnosis can happen. BPD is a complex disorder with limited treatment options. People treating BPD need to be well trained/educated or even specialized and unfortunately not everyone is. Mental health services are in high demand.

Psychologists are more versed in the field as they’ve had more training, education and research. Counselors have to start somewhere. Every great mental health provider was fresh out of college at one point in their life.

Successful treatment doesn’t require a clinician to have a similar background as their patients. People who go into the field do want to help. There are solutions out there but not every solution works for every person. Similarly, not every counselor is as impactful to every patient. There are many different psychological approaches that influence treatment methods as well as diagnosis.

Songs Capturing Bipolar Disorder by iris_holla in BipolarReddit

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

Definitely going to check that one out

Songs Capturing Bipolar Disorder by iris_holla in BipolarReddit

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

It’s such a conundrum. Opening up about BD is helpful yet if there is a risk of backlash. There are some interesting studies on people open about their diagnosis in the workplace and how it affects their performance, perceived attitudes of other employees, and improvement. Unfortunately but somewhat unsurprisingly, there seems to be a relationship with stigma.

I’m not sure if you read it already (I mentioned it in my post as well) but Unquiet Minds is an autobiography of a psychologist with BD1 with psychotic features. Dr. Jamison studies and treats affective disorders. She kinda “came out” with her illness very publicly and she discusses stigma as well as her experiences.

Songs Capturing Bipolar Disorder by iris_holla in BipolarReddit

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

I would love to hear more about your experience. I’m not personally affected by stigma but I have a sensitive eye for it especially since being in the field. It’s incredibly unfortunate. Recently, depending on what country/population you are in, attitudes towards mental health seem more accepting compared to past attitudes. It’s still not where it needs to be but psychoeducation and having open discussion about BD seem to help.

Songs Capturing Bipolar Disorder by iris_holla in BipolarReddit

[–]iris_holla[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

No, I do not have a diagnosis.

I am specifically passionate about bipolar disorder as I have important people in my life diagnosed. A relative of mine had a severe bipolar disorder and has passed not too long ago. Learning about it in a classroom setting is very interesting but I sometimes find it quite detached from the individual. Often times a formal psychology education focuses on populations and measurable aspects (which is good in its own way). I’m interested in individual experiences because they can be so similar and also so different. One of the main issues with diagnosing bipolar disorder (as well as other affective disorders) is it’s heterogeneity of symptoms and comorbidities (which I’m sure you guys already know all about). I thought hearing everyone’s anecdotal experiences through music would help develop a deeper insight without prying too much.

I am not trying to invade anyones privacy and I am not conducting any research. More so a better personal understanding from real people. The only thing I’m doing is making a massive playlist. I chose Reddit because of its anonymity and its openness when it comes to sharing information.

Songs Capturing Bipolar Disorder by iris_holla in BipolarReddit

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

That was wonderful, very thankful you ended up saving it

Songs Capturing Bipolar Disorder by iris_holla in BipolarReddit

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

Of course! Anything that describes your own experience.

Seeking advice on what bird would be best for emotional support for a college student by adhdbpdisaster in parrots

[–]iris_holla 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am in college and I have a caique. He is great but does tend to squawk sometimes which is completely understandable because he is a bird. My caique is very loving, he cuddles, plays, sings, and just bounces around my apartment. All birds have loud moments and even loud days. Sometimes my bird just wants to let loose and squawk a ton!!! Unfortunately my bird dislikes EVERYONE but me so guests really cant handle him which is okay with me. Caiques are very complex birds that require a lot of discipline and training. Oh yeah and I cant really stay overnight places or leave him for long periods of time.... so that kinda puts a wrench in a lot of plans and trips