mental health

1. Mood, Depression, and Emotional State

Good for conditions centered on mood shifts, depressive states, emotional intensity, or regulation.

Psychiatric Medication (stabilizing)

[symptom dampening(mood swings reduced, emotional range narrower), routine dependence(must maintain medication schedule, stability tied to consistency), side-effect fatigue(experiences occasional brain fog, energy fluctuations), identity adjustment(feels different while medicated, mixed feelings about change)]

Bipolar II

[mood swing cycling(shifts between energized highs and depressive lows, unstable regulation), productive surges(takes on too much during upswings, confidence spikes), impulsive spells(makes risky choices when elevated, judgment loosens), crash withdrawal(pulls away during lows, energy collapses), affection inconsistency(connects intensely then disappears, mood state changes access), stability tracking(relies on routines or logs, tries to catch shifts early)]

Major Depressive Disorder

[self-neglect(lets hygiene or chores slide, low energy drains upkeep), social retreat(isolates from others, fears burdening people), guilt saturation(apologizes excessively, blames self by default), flattened affect(seems dull or muted outwardly, inner heaviness compresses expression), motivation collapse(struggles to start basic tasks, effort feels immense), routine anchoring(depends on small stable rituals, structure prevents full drift)]

Prolonged Grief

[remnant keeping(holds onto meaningful objects, fears losing connection), anniversary withdrawal(isolates on important dates, grief resurges cyclically), memory looping(replays past moments repeatedly, cannot settle the loss), numb-overwhelm cycling(swings between shutdown and flooding, mourning stays unresolved), substitute clinging(reaches for emotional stand-ins, absence feels unbearable), stalled forward motion(resists closure rituals, moving on feels disloyal)]

Emotional Dysregulation

[rapid escalation(feelings intensify quickly, regulation lag), delayed calming(remains activated long after conflict, nervous system slow reset), emotional spillover(frustration leaks into unrelated situations, mood bleed), sensory amplification(strong emotions heighten physical sensations, overwhelm), self-soothing search(seeks distraction or stimulation, tries to regain control), regret cycle(reflects after outburst, shame follows reaction)]

Burnout

[energy depletion(feels chronically drained despite rest, long-term overextension), motivation erosion(tasks once meaningful feel heavy or pointless, emotional exhaustion), irritability spike(shorter temper under pressure, cognitive fatigue), detachment coping(becomes emotionally distant from responsibilities, self-protection), performance decline(struggles sustaining focus or productivity, exhaustion impact), recovery resistance(rest alone does not restore energy, systemic overload persists)]

Survivor's Guilt

[worthiness doubt(questions why they survived when others did not, moral distress), memory replay(revisits moments of loss repeatedly, unresolved grief), risk minimization(avoids joy or success, feels undeserved), protective overdrive(becomes hyperprotective of others, compensatory behavior), apology reflex(expresses regret even when not responsible, guilt overflow), self-punishing drive(takes on hardship willingly, attempts emotional repayment)]

2. Anxiety, Fear, and Stress-Based Conditions

Good for fear-driven anticipation, panic, rumination, reassurance seeking, and threat monitoring.

Anxiety Disorder

[catastrophic thinking(jumps to worst outcomes quickly, uncertainty feels dangerous), reassurance seeking(asks for confirmation repeatedly, anxiety resists settling), ritualized control(builds routines to reduce fear, predictability soothes), conflict avoidance(holds back needs to prevent fallout, fear of escalation), panic response(spirals physically under pressure, nervous system overfires), overplanning(prepares excessively for small events, control attempts relief)]

Social Anxiety Disorder

[spotlight fear(believes others are scrutinizing every action, embarrassment sensitivity), conversation rehearsal(practices responses internally before speaking, reduces uncertainty), avoidance pattern(skips events where evaluation may occur, safety behavior), post-event rumination(replays interactions for mistakes, shame loop), physical tell awareness(monitors blushing or shaking intensely, self-conscious feedback loop), safety scripting(relies on prepared topics or jokes, reduces spontaneous risk)]

Panic Disorder

[panic surges(sudden physical fear spikes without warning, heart racing and breath loss), anticipatory avoidance(avoids places linked to past attacks, fear of recurrence), bodily hypermonitoring(constantly scans physical sensations, misreads normal signals as danger), escape behavior(leaves situations quickly when symptoms start, seeks open space), recovery exhaustion(feels drained after episodes, nervous system crash), reassurance dependence(seeks confirmation symptoms are not fatal, fear of losing control)]

Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria

[criticism spike(interprets minor feedback as harsh rejection, emotional surge), approval monitoring(scans tone and wording constantly, fears disapproval), defensive reaction(pushes back quickly against perceived criticism, self-protection reflex), reassurance seeking(needs confirmation relationships remain stable, rejection fear), shame crash(feels intense embarrassment after mistakes, rumination cycle), withdrawal reflex(pulls away after perceived rejection, protects from further hurt)]

3. Trauma, Dissociation, and Post-Trauma Adaptations

Good for trauma-shaped body responses, identity disruption, derealization, and intimacy/safety adaptations.

Sexual Trauma Response

[exit scanning(checks doors and escape paths automatically, safety first), touch flinching(startles at sudden contact, body remembers threat), hypervigilance(stays alert for pressure or coercion, trust comes slowly), freeze response(goes still under overwhelm, survival pattern), negotiated intimacy(needs explicit communication and pacing, safety must be built), aftercare reliance(needs reassurance after vulnerability, nervous system stays activated)]

Dissociative Disorder (DPDR)

[detachment episodes(feels unreal or disconnected, dissociation takes over), grounding rituals(uses touch or texture to re-anchor, fights unreality), mirror avoidance(dislikes reflections during episodes, self feels unfamiliar), memory gaps(tracks lost moments in journals, fears missing time), flattened presentation(seems distant or muted, inner disconnect dampens response), slow intimacy(needs grounding and verbal check-ins, body disconnect complicates closeness)]

Dissociative Identity Disorder

[identity switching(shifts between alters under stress, control over behavior fluctuates), memory partitioning(loses recall between identity states, relies on notes or others), role specialization(different alters handle different situations, survival adaptation), external confusion(others notice personality shifts, social friction occurs), internal negotiation(alters communicate or conflict internally, decision-making slows), safety compartmentalization(traumatic memories held by specific alters, protective system structure)]

PTSD

[trigger avoidance(steers clear of reminders, survival logic stays active), hypervigilance(scans constantly for danger, body expects threat), stress dissociation(detaches under overwhelm, nervous system overload), guarded trust(keeps people at distance, safety feels conditional), sleep disruption(rests poorly and lightly, threat response persists), explicit-consent need(handles intimacy best with clarity, unpredictability feels unsafe)]

Complex PTSD

[emotional flashbacks(intense shame or fear without clear memory, triggered by relational stress), fawn response(appeases perceived authority automatically, learned survival strategy), chronic shame(self-blame reflex under conflict, internalized abuse narrative), relational hypervigilance(monitors mood shifts in others constantly, predicts danger), identity erosion(struggles with stable self-concept, years of control by others), conflict freeze(shuts down when overwhelmed, nervous system overload)]

4. Attachment, Relational Patterns, and Dependency

Good for closeness style, reassurance patterns, fear of intimacy, and unstable bonding.

Avoidant Attachment

[vulnerability deflection(changes subject during emotional talks, fears dependence), self-sufficiency performance(insists on handling everything alone, protects against need), pressure withdrawal(pulls back when closeness deepens, intimacy feels unsafe), controlled intimacy(allows physical closeness before emotional closeness, distance feels safer), slow trust(builds connection gradually, betrayal fear runs deep)]

Anxious-Preoccupied Attachment

[reassurance seeking(checks tone and reactions constantly, abandonment fear), signal overreading(replays small interactions for hidden rejection, insecurity driven), closeness chasing(wants frequent contact, distance feels destabilizing), emotional escalation(reacts strongly to silence or space, fear spikes fast), validation dependence(calms through affection, spirals without it)]

Disorganized Attachment

[push-pull closeness(seeks intimacy then retreats abruptly, trauma-linked fear), contradictory signaling(asks for love then resists it, trust feels unsafe), stability sabotage(stirs conflict during calm moments, expects abandonment eventually), fear-bound attachment(craves connection but distrusts it, love and danger entwined), volatile bonding(swings between warmth and distance, internal safety never settles)]

Hyper-Independence

[self-reliance insistence(refuses help even when struggling, control preservation), vulnerability avoidance(hides personal needs or stress, safety through distance), burden fear(avoids asking favors, fears inconveniencing others), emotional containment(processes distress privately, avoids outward dependence), reliability overdrive(handles tasks alone even when overwhelmed, identity tied to capability), trust hesitation(reluctant to rely on others, past betrayal influence)]

People-Pleasing Pattern

[agreement reflex(says yes quickly to requests, avoids conflict), mood mirroring(adapts behavior to match others' expectations, approval seeking), boundary hesitation(struggles setting limits, rejection fear), apology habit(apologizes excessively for small issues, responsibility reflex), validation scanning(watches others' reactions for approval signals, anxiety driver), resentment suppression(hides frustration to maintain harmony, conflict avoidance)]

Codependent Pattern

[caretaking compulsion(prioritizes others' needs over own stability, identity tied to helping), boundary erosion(struggles refusing requests, fears disappointing others), emotional monitoring(tracks others' moods constantly, prevents conflict), self-worth outsourcing(feels valuable when needed by others, insecurity driver), conflict smoothing(takes blame quickly to restore peace, abandonment fear), resentment buildup(feels drained after repeated sacrifice, suppressed frustration)]

Object Permanence Anxiety

[contact reassurance(needs occasional messages to confirm relationships remain stable, distance anxiety), silence overreading(interprets delayed responses as rejection, insecurity trigger), memory reliance(struggles feeling connected when people are absent, emotional disconnect), reassurance seeking(checks relationships through conversation or contact, stability attempt), closeness urgency(prefers frequent interaction to maintain connection, attachment comfort)]

5. Personality Organization and Interpersonal Defenses

Good for traits centered on self-image defense, volatility, manipulation, fragility, or unstable self-structure.

Narcissistic Traits (validation-seeking)

[admiration fishing(boasts indirectly, hunts for reassurance), blame deflection(protects self-image fast, cannot tolerate fault easily), criticism fragility(overreacts when exposed, shame flips into anger), mirrored attachment(values people who reflect them well, equates admiration with closeness), vulnerability avoidance(performs confidence instead, fears inner inadequacy), image repair(scrambles to restore status, external validation driven)]

ASPD Profile

[instrumental charm(acts engaging when useful, reads people for leverage), rule disregard(ignores norms that block goals, low respect for restraint), manipulative instinct(lies easily for gain, sees honesty as optional), volatile challenge response(turns sharp when resisted, control threatened), shallow attachment(keeps ties transactional, loyalty follows benefit), emotional contempt(dismisses vulnerability as weakness, detachment reinforced)]

Borderline Traits

[loyalty testing(pushes people to prove they will stay, abandonment fear), intensity spikes(feels emotions at full volume, regulation breaks quickly), closeness volatility(clings hard then lashes out, rejection sensitivity), impulsive reaction(acts before feelings cool, distress demands release), identity instability(shifts self-presentation under stress, inner self feels shaky), boundary treatment(needs structure to stay steady, chaos worsens fast)]

Identity Diffusion

[self-definition uncertainty(struggles describing personal values or goals, unstable self-concept), role shifting(adapts personality depending on environment, belonging attempt), external referencing(looks to others to define identity, insecurity driver), long-term drift(difficulty committing to future direction, internal ambiguity), comparison reliance(measures self through peers constantly, self-definition gap), decision hesitation(struggles choosing paths or priorities, identity instability)]

Emotional Suppression

[feeling containment(reduces visible emotional expression, control habit), rational override(prioritizes logic over emotional response, learned coping), delayed reaction(processes emotions long after events occur, suppression backlog), discomfort with vulnerability(struggles discussing personal feelings, exposure fear), composure performance(maintains calm exterior during stress, emotional discipline), private release(expresses feelings only when alone or safe, controlled outlets)]

6. Neurodevelopmental, Cognitive, and Processing Differences

Good for attention, sensory processing, social processing, language interpretation, and tic-related traits.

ADHD (inattentive type)

[attention drift(loses track mid-task, sustained focus is difficult), hyperfixation(dives deeply into stimulating interests, time slips away), impulsive interruption(speaks before timing lands, thought outruns filter), novelty chasing(struggles with repetition, brain seeks stimulation), inconsistent engagement(forgets to follow through, interest and memory fluctuate), scaffold reliance(needs reminders and systems, structure supports function)]

Autism Spectrum (level 1, sensory/social)

[literal interpretation(takes language directly, implied meaning can be missed), conversation scripting(rehearses responses internally, reduces social uncertainty), sensory avoidance(avoids overwhelming noise or texture, overload risk), interest immersion(goes deep into favored topics, comfort through mastery), direct communication(prefers clarity over hinting, ambiguity creates strain), social masking(copies expected behavior consciously, adaptation costs energy)]

Auditory Processing Disorder

[speech lag(needs extra seconds to interpret spoken words, brain processes sound slowly), noise confusion(struggles separating voices from background noise, crowded spaces overwhelm), repetition requests(asks people to repeat or rephrase often, processing delay), lip-reading reliance(watches mouths or gestures closely, supplements hearing), fatigue listening(prolonged conversation becomes draining, constant processing effort), misunderstanding embarrassment(laughs or nods when unsure, avoids asking again)]

Sensory Processing Disorder

[stimulus overload(bright light or noise overwhelms quickly, nervous system overfires), texture aversion(avoids certain fabrics or food textures, tactile sensitivity), regulation seeking(uses pressure, movement, or stimming to stabilize), environmental scanning(enters rooms assessing sensory load first, avoids overload), shutdown response(withdraws or goes quiet when overwhelmed, system protection), comfort object reliance(carries specific items for regulation, sensory grounding)]

Tourette's Syndrome

[tic suppression(holds back symptoms in public, releases tension later), stress-reactive tics(symptoms increase with pressure or arousal, control weakens), humor shielding(jokes before others can react, manages discomfort), silence anxiety(feels exposed in quiet settings, tics seem louder), burden fear(worries about inconveniencing others, social self-consciousness), unfiltered relief(relaxes around safe people, stops masking as hard)]

7. Sleep, Fatigue, Energy, and Physical Capacity

Good for rest disruption, wakefulness problems, chronic exhaustion, stamina limits, and pacing behavior.

Narcolepsy (cataplexy subtype)

[sleep attacks(loses consciousness suddenly, neurological sleep disorder), cataplexy(emotional spikes trigger muscle collapse, laughter or shock), nap management(schedules rest carefully, reduces sudden crashes), symptom deflection(jokes when embarrassed, avoids pity), condition concealment(hides severity in public, fears seeming unreliable), alertness struggle(fights fatigue during routine tasks, chronic sleep disruption)]

Insomnia (chronic)

[delayed sleep(lies awake for hours, mind will not settle), wired exhaustion(pushes through mental fog, long-term sleep loss), fatigue irritability(snaps more easily, patience erodes when tired), memory slippage(forgets details under strain, poor rest weakens focus), social withdrawal(cancels plans after bad nights, protects limited energy), stimulant reliance(uses caffeine or screens to stay functional, trapped in bad cycles)]

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

[energy crashes(experiences sudden exhaustion after exertion, post-exertional malaise), pacing necessity(plans activity carefully to avoid crashes, energy management), brain fog(struggles with concentration or recall during fatigue, cognitive slowdown), invisible illness(mask symptoms in public to avoid scrutiny, social pressure), recovery delay(needs extended rest after effort, stamina limitation), frustration cycle(wants to do more than body allows, emotional strain)]

Burnout

[energy depletion(feels chronically drained despite rest, long-term overextension), motivation erosion(tasks once meaningful feel heavy or pointless, emotional exhaustion), irritability spike(shorter temper under pressure, cognitive fatigue), detachment coping(becomes emotionally distant from responsibilities, self-protection), performance decline(struggles sustaining focus or productivity, exhaustion impact), recovery resistance(rest alone does not restore energy, systemic overload persists)]

Chronic Pain (invisible)

[pain monitoring(scans body for flare signs, daily survival habit), energy budgeting(plans activity carefully, avoids overexertion), pain masking(acts fine in public, resists unwanted concern), flare irritability(shortens temper under spikes, pain overload), burden guilt(apologizes for limitations, fears inconveniencing others), pacing behavior(takes breaks before crashing, prevents worsening symptoms)]

8. Compulsions, Obsessions, and Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors

Good for repetitive control behaviors, urge cycles, ritual dependence, and compulsive self-directed actions.

OCD (checking, order rituals)

[repetitive checking(re-verifies tasks or safety steps, doubt never settles cleanly), symmetry need(rearranges until things feel right, imbalance creates distress), intrusive doubt(questions whether actions were completed, catastrophic fear intrudes), ritual dependence(repeats behaviors to relieve anxiety, compulsion loop reinforced), disruption irritability(grows distressed when interrupted, ritual completion feels necessary), reassurance reliance(seeks outside confirmation, anxiety resists self-trust)]

Hoarding Disorder

[item attachment(struggles discarding possessions, objects feel emotionally significant), acquisition impulse(brings home items impulsively, fear of future need), clutter normalization(adapts to crowded environments, chaos becomes familiar), discard distress(feels anxiety when removing items, perceived loss of security), hidden shame(avoids letting others see living space, social withdrawal), justification logic(defends possessions as practical, avoids confronting pattern)]

Maladaptive Daydreaming

[fantasy immersion(spends long periods in imagined scenarios, escapism habit), emotional substitution(uses fantasy relationships to replace real interaction, loneliness coping), environmental triggers(music or pacing initiates daydream loops, ritualized entry), focus disruption(loses track of time during fantasies, real tasks delayed), secrecy habit(hides extent of inner world, fears judgment), reality comparison(feels disappointment returning to real life, imagination feels richer)]

Dermatillomania

[skin picking(compulsively picks at skin imperfections, anxiety relief attempt), tension buildup(feels internal pressure before picking, urge escalation), shame concealment(hides marks or scars from others, embarrassment), distraction seeking(tries to occupy hands to prevent picking, self-control attempt), stress trigger(picking increases during emotional strain, coping reflex), regret cycle(feels guilt after episodes, attempts to stop repeatedly)]

9. Body Image, Food, and Appearance Distress

Good for perception of the body, eating control, shame around visibility, and appearance-linked distress.

Body Dysmorphia

[flaw fixation(obsesses over perceived defects, distorted self-image), mirror cycling(checks obsessively or avoids reflection entirely, appearance anxiety), compliment rejection(dismisses praise automatically, distrusts outside perception), body control behavior(over-exercises or hides features, tries to correct imagined flaws), exposure distress(avoids being fully seen, shame intensifies under attention)]

Eating Disorder (restrictive/purging)

[food control(rigidly limits intake or compensates after eating, control-seeking behavior), secrecy around meals(hides eating patterns, fears intervention), perfection pressure(ties worth to discipline, self-criticism drives behavior), body shame(avoids exposure and touch, discomfort with being perceived), defensive reaction(turns guarded when questioned, disorder protects fragile control), routine dependence(relies on strict rituals, structure soothes anxiety)]

10. Substance Use and Recovery

Good for active use, concealment, dependence patterns, and sobriety maintenance.

Alcohol Use Disorder (active)

[heavy drinking(turns to alcohol compulsively, avoids sobriety), concealment habit(hides quantity and frequency, protects access), intoxicated impulsivity(makes reckless choices while drinking, inhibition drops fast), emotional distancing(stays unavailable when confronted, alcohol blocks feeling), unreliability(breaks plans and trust easily, use overrides commitments), denial reflex(minimizes severity immediately, cannot face dependence)]

Alcohol Use Disorder (functional)

[secret drinking(consumes alcohol out of sight, preserves social image), controlled presentation(appears composed publicly, hides dependence under routine), withdrawal anxiety(grows tense without alcohol, uses it to regulate), excuse making(frames drinking as normal or deserved, avoids scrutiny), strained trust(protects habit through omission, relationships erode quietly), performance reliance(feels more capable when tipsy, confidence outsourced)]

Alcohol Use Disorder (recovering)

[trigger avoidance(steers clear of risky places or people, protects sobriety), ritual replacement(builds healthier routines around former drinking times, needs structure), guarded honesty(shares carefully about recovery, shame still active), trust rebuilding(values consistency and truth now, repairing old damage), sober intimacy(prefers presence over numbing, vulnerability feels harder but cleaner), support dependence(relies on meetings or anchors, recovery needs reinforcement)]