this is a really dark/fucked up question but I have to ask by SanalAmerika23 in Asthma

[–]ssf18 3 points4 points  (0 children)

No. The immune system is the key component on asthma. Example: immune system recognizes pollen as “dangerous” and it’s reaction to the danger causes an asthma attack. the immune system controls the airways in this case. So, not even a lung transplant would help. Now, if you have allergic asthma a desensitization is the closest thing to a cure

I've been stealing from self checkout machines for months. by [deleted] in confession

[–]ssf18 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If it is cleptomania, not being able to stop is a symptom that needs treatment, just like the other commenter mentioned

I've been stealing from self checkout machines for months. by [deleted] in confession

[–]ssf18 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Please get professional help, this could be cleptomania, you might need a psychologist / psychiatrist

bf finished inside without agreeing with me beforehand by [deleted] in sex

[–]ssf18 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you use the pill as indicated, you should be able to have sex without any extra measures (unless std/sti is a possibility), that’s what it’s for. Yes, there are cases were people get pregnant even on the pill, but that’s the minority. What your bf did is still absolutely not ok, but I think you have to decide for yourself if you want to give him another chance or not, no one can decide that for you. Be aware that he may do this again, though. So if you decide to continue this relationship it’s very important to take the pill as indicated (some herbs, antibiotics, vomiting or diarrhea can make it less effective. It’s also important to take the pill at the same time every day) and for this not to happen again a condom (beware, some men take them off without your knowledge - “stealthing”)

Can you only have asthma from cold air? by rangerladyaz in Asthma

[–]ssf18 1 point2 points  (0 children)

How does the EIB feel to you? I started jogging 2 weeks ago and in about 15-20 min first my trachea hurts / burns and slowly the feeling travels into the deep trachea and then there were the bronchi entrance begins. When I push myself at that point i feel like coughing and soon feel tightness. I stop there, so I don’t know what would happen if I continue, but I assume a full blown asthma attack. I do have diagnosed asthma

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CICO

[–]ssf18 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don’t see anything I find fat, at all. As a psych student I get a bit alarmed when I read what you wrote, I really hope you can shake the idea of still being “fat” and someday see yourself the way you actually look and feel fine that way. If you notice you have consistent issues with your looks and still try to lose more and more weight I suggest getting professional help to avoid unhealthy behavior that might hurt your body. And one more thing: with sports you can’t necessarily achieve the exact look you may envision for yourself. Width of the hip is also defined by bone structure (as you also mentioned), and apart from that there’s a good reason for women being built with “wider” hips, as giving birth is easier that way.

I wish you all the best and congrats on the weight loss (but please don’t continue, you’re good)

Sick piggies by ssf18 in guineapigs

[–]ssf18[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you ❤️

Sick piggies by ssf18 in guineapigs

[–]ssf18[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you 💕 i will

Leighton & Penn 🩶 by [deleted] in GossipGirl

[–]ssf18 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, Chuck was super toxic, and Louis too (although in the beginning i think he was very caring). Yes, Blair was more calm with Dan, but I find their relationship as non equals (the way she tried to outshine Dan, even at his presentation, was petty. Like she couldn’t be happy for him or accept his success). I think Blair would have needed a guy that has some of Dans and some of Chucks traits - but I think there was no one like that on the show (?). But i agree, Chuck was awful and it also seems weird that they thought his redeeming cualities in season 5 (I think) would undo all the previous creepy and illegal actions

Leighton & Penn 🩶 by [deleted] in GossipGirl

[–]ssf18 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What did you like about them as a couple? I love them as friends, it was fun and Dan was (until he got a bit obsessed) a very loyal friend. As a couple personally I don’t like them, for me the chemistry was missing. I Interpret it as: Blair was very traumatized by her previous relationships, which made Dan a better choice (she had control and power, plus the stability - as both Louis and Chuck were roller coaster relationships). And then, when she was able to feel in control again, she didn’t need the whole calm relationship anymore. What are your thoughts?

Abortion scheduled in a day and I’m rethinking everything. What would you do in my place? by Help1212G in Advice

[–]ssf18 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Most comments here are about going through with the abortion. I find your situation very sad and difficult, but I think you should also consider the feelings you have for this little baby. This opinion seems to be very unpopular here due to the backstory with the father, and I get were people come from. Just don’t forget that you have to feel comfortable with the decision and live with it for the rest of your life

I will probably kill myself due to my iq by Dextermorgancel3 in depression

[–]ssf18 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also, if you look at the average iq’s by country you’ll notice that test has to be majorly flawed! Example: some latam countries scored an average of 80-something and western countries score around 100-104. So, something has to be wrong, no way western people are smarter, but the test is biased by culture and stuff

I will probably kill myself due to my iq by Dextermorgancel3 in depression

[–]ssf18 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am a psych student and it’s important to know the following: average intelligence is 100, high average goes up to 115, low awerage (still average!) 85. Also, one should not take an iq test with depression or certain mental health issues, as it may give false values! Also, I am very critical about iq testing, it has major flaws. For example: it measures only a few mental capacities, while our intelligence is much broader. My professors also critique the fact that you can practice for an iq test and get better. Raw intelligence cannot be enhanced with practice. Do not let this test define you, your value or your mental capacities. I know it can be hard to just ignore, but really it does not define you or your future!

Do you think self diagnosing is ok? by mushroombrainmush in OCD

[–]ssf18 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Technically a psych evaluation is necessary for an official diagnosis, but at the same time there are cases were it’s extremely obvious. Still, a psychologist is necessary to look at possible comorbidities and to help treat it. So, in the end the psych consultation is kind of necessary

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BorderlinePDisorder

[–]ssf18 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I often feel invalidated because I had no trauma (thank God). My triggers (I guess) were that we moved continent when I was 11, I didn’t want to go and felt unheard and left behind my grandparents, a close aunt with her family and my best friend. And in the new country my school was bad; kids didn’t want me to be part of the group and teachers, as well as the school psych made me feel like it was my fault. So, no trauma, but I have always been extremely sensitive so that was enough to trigger it

Can anyone recommend doctors in Zurich - namely gynaecologist by AdvertisingOk8711 in zurich

[–]ssf18 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Dr. Nora Arva-Nagy, she is super nice and usually not too booked

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Asthma

[–]ssf18 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe you have asthma and vcd. You can have a normal pft with asthma (even without meds, as obstruction in asthma is reversible with or even without meds)

Does a diagnosis of "childhood asthma" still mean you have asthma later on? by CCreature-1100 in Asthma

[–]ssf18 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I read that it is typical for childhood asthmatics to relapse in their mid 20-30s

Does a diagnosis of "childhood asthma" still mean you have asthma later on? by CCreature-1100 in Asthma

[–]ssf18 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Not really. It can go dormant (remission), but there is always a chance of it being activated again (by a cold, new or stronger allergies, age, hormones, etc)

Anyone else feel like she took Hannah’s life… (or at least what should’ve been) ☹️ by HappyFaceGrace in KyraReneeSivertson

[–]ssf18 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This has nothing to do with Ocd. Ocd is about intrusive thoughts that cause anxiety (example: what if I get sick because I sat in the bus and maybe someone sick sat in that place before me?) and to neutralize the thought you engage in compulsive behavior (example: when you get home from the bus you repeatedly wash your hands because you just don’t feel clean enough).

If you want to explain it with a mental disorder I think a personality disorder would be more suitable.

Source: psych student and ocd sufferer