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The sixth of a long project that I am making, and am passionate about.

I find it apalling how some individuals can underestimate just how much mental disorders could affect a person. Often, the stigma around mental illness is met with unhelpful and often patronizing words. "Why are you anxious/depressed? You have nothing to be anxious/depressed about." "Well, you could get over it if you just tried!" and more. Out of frustration and also out of desire to prove a point, I've decided to personify mental disorders into physical form, showing just how impactful and restraining they can be at times.

For creative purposes, I've made them look like entry logs in an old book, which I've subsequently dubbed "The Book of Shadows". This is one of the many designs I have made so far.

My goal is to validate people who truly feel overwhelmed and affected by these disorders, and are frustrated by the stigma and the people who don't seem to understand how it works. Hopefully, putting these disorders into physical forms can help people cope with what they struggle with, and have an explanation as to why they feel the way they do.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder: smashgal.deviantart.com/art/PT…
Major Depressive Disorder: smashgal.deviantart.com/art/Ma…
Anxiety Disorder: smashgal.deviantart.com/art/An…
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: smashgal.deviantart.com/art/AD…
The Autism Spectrum: smashgal.deviantart.com/art/Au…
Bipolar Disorder: smashgal.deviantart.com/art/Bi…
Schizophrenia: smashgal.deviantart.com/art/Sc…
Body Dysmorphic Disorder: smashgal.deviantart.com/art/Bo…

Transcription of Text:
Borderline Personality Disorder
Classification: Parasitic
BPD lodges onto their victim from the inside, instilling constant feelings of self-doubt and dissassociation. The parasite can expand and recede at will. Its trendils latch onto people around the victim, and should said 'attachments' appear distant, it will trigger involuntary panic in the victim in an attempt to force the 'attachments' to be closer. The victim may be fearful that others may abandon or turn on them, and due to how much the parasite can make them feel powerless and unloveable, they can act impulsively as a result in order to feel in control of themselves. BPD has a singular eye that is ever watchful, seeking for potential sources or anything it can distort into a perceived abandonment.

BPD is a higher-level parasite. Due to this, it will often attract and manipulate other parasites connected to the host. Due to its fragile shape, it may even order other disorders to shield it, preventing it from being noticed. This parasite normally harbours in individual that have been abused or assaulted, feeding off of fear and poor self-perception.

BPD is capable of being subdued, mostly through therapy that encourages the victim to do the opposite of what the parasite makes them feel. Asserting boundaries can assist in helping victims, so that the parasite loses its control over a potential source. Despite that, it is always important to show kindness and patience, as well as listening to the victim and supporting their recovery. They struggle with finding stability in their emotions due to the parasite's influence. However, with enough time and dedication, BPD can be sealed and contained by the victim, reducing its influence and ability to invoke impulsive behaviors.

Description
The sixth of a long project that I am making, and am passionate about.

I find it apalling how some individuals can underestimate just how much mental disorders could affect a person. Often, the stigma around mental illness is met with unhelpful and often patronizing words. "Why are you anxious/depressed? You have nothing to be anxious/depressed about." "Well, you could get over it if you just tried!" and more. Out of frustration and also out of desire to prove a point, I've decided to personify mental disorders into physical form, showing just how impactful and restraining they can be at times.

For creative purposes, I've made them look like entry logs in an old book, which I've subsequently dubbed "The Book of Shadows". This is one of the many designs I have made so far.

My goal is to validate people who truly feel overwhelmed and affected by these disorders, and are frustrated by the stigma and the people who don't seem to understand how it works. Hopefully, putting these disorders into physical forms can help people cope with what they struggle with, and have an explanation as to why they feel the way they do.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder: smashgal.deviantart.com/art/PT…
Major Depressive Disorder: smashgal.deviantart.com/art/Ma…
Anxiety Disorder: smashgal.deviantart.com/art/An…
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: smashgal.deviantart.com/art/AD…
The Autism Spectrum: smashgal.deviantart.com/art/Au…
Bipolar Disorder: smashgal.deviantart.com/art/Bi…
Schizophrenia: smashgal.deviantart.com/art/Sc…
Body Dysmorphic Disorder: smashgal.deviantart.com/art/Bo…

Transcription of Text:
Borderline Personality Disorder
Classification: Parasitic
BPD lodges onto their victim from the inside, instilling constant feelings of self-doubt and dissassociation. The parasite can expand and recede at will. Its trendils latch onto people around the victim, and should said 'attachments' appear distant, it will trigger involuntary panic in the victim in an attempt to force the 'attachments' to be closer. The victim may be fearful that others may abandon or turn on them, and due to how much the parasite can make them feel powerless and unloveable, they can act impulsively as a result in order to feel in control of themselves. BPD has a singular eye that is ever watchful, seeking for potential sources or anything it can distort into a perceived abandonment.

BPD is a higher-level parasite. Due to this, it will often attract and manipulate other parasites connected to the host. Due to its fragile shape, it may even order other disorders to shield it, preventing it from being noticed. This parasite normally harbours in individual that have been abused or assaulted, feeding off of fear and poor self-perception.

BPD is capable of being subdued, mostly through therapy that encourages the victim to do the opposite of what the parasite makes them feel. Asserting boundaries can assist in helping victims, so that the parasite loses its control over a potential source. Despite that, it is always important to show kindness and patience, as well as listening to the victim and supporting their recovery. They struggle with finding stability in their emotions due to the parasite's influence. However, with enough time and dedication, BPD can be sealed and contained by the victim, reducing its influence and ability to invoke impulsive behaviors.