Psychological Alienation and Social Belonging: Understanding Deviant Social Cognition and Mood Impacts in Humans
Psychological alienation refers to a state in which a person experiences themselves as disconnected from other people, social norms, or a meaningful sense of belonging. Although “alien” language in media may be metaphorical, the underlying mental health construct is clinically relevant: persistent social disconnection can influence mood, stress physiology, and patterns of cognition. Alienation often… Read More »