Permacrisis — Collins Dictionary's word of 2022. The feeling of constant instability has become the background of life. How it affects the psyche and what helps.
Pandemic. War. Economic crisis. Climate catastrophes. The AI revolution. All of this — not sequentially, but simultaneously. Permacrisis is when crisis has become the background, not an event.
A state of prolonged unstable background, in which "normal" hasn't existed for a long time and when it will return — nobody knows. The nervous system doesn't have time to switch to recovery mode between crises.
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Disclaimer
This article is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional psychological advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are in a crisis situation, please reach out to a qualified mental health professional or a crisis helpline.