Tag: emotions
What exactly is support?
Over the years I have come to appreciate that patients in psychiatric services very much value support. I’ve been wondering ‘What does support mean?‘ Hold on – I know that everybody knows support when they feel it. That would not inform me what aspects of support make it real or valid. Mental health workers and services without doubt need to provide support. Support can vary across various types of activities e.g. emotional support, advice, guidance, therapy etc. That does notRead More …
What exactly is aggression?
Unfortunately, there is no exact definition of aggression. But that’s the beginning of this exploration, rather than the end of it. Aggression is realised when it is witnessed by observers. By contrast a person may feel aggressive but display no aggression. Feeling aggressive is not aggression until it is witnessed or its effects felt.Concept Aggression is a complex and multifaceted phenomenon, encompassing a wide range of behaviours, emotions, and cognitive processes. While definitions and interpretations may vary, some key conceptsRead More …