Permanent Decisions, Temporary Relief: The Psychology of Body Modification

Understanding Body Modification as a Maladaptive Coping Mechanism

In the midst of an increasingly complex and tumultuous world, body modification has emerged as a poignant coping mechanism, offering solace and a semblance of control to individuals grappling with anxiety, shame, depression, and social deficits. It serves as a short-term strategy providing temporary relief from internal turmoil while generating feelings…