Debt, Despair, and DLCs: The predatory practices of the gaming industry, explained.
Over the last decade, gaming has expanded from a niche hobby into a mainstream pastime enjoyed by millions worldwide. This rapid growth, however, has not been entirely positive for the industry – in fact, it has been exploited by many game companies seeking to increase their profits, no matter the Continue Reading
The Aesthetic of Agony: Rethinking the ‘tortured artist’ trope
Throughout history, the ‘tortured artist’ has been a trope long discussed and perpetuated. From the infamous moment when Vincent Van Gogh severed his ear amid thoughts of failure, to Sylvia Plath, who detailed her depression in unique poems, this archetype suggests that great art emerges from great suffering. This framing Continue Reading
Is it Schizophrenia or a Sixth Sense?
Exploring the debate between science and belief. The phenomenon of hearing voices that others cannot has sparked centuries of disagreement between doctors, spiritual leaders, and believers. At its heart lies a fundamental tension: whether to understand it through the lens of spirituality or mental health. Psychologists describe schizophrenia as a Continue Reading