Where Science Becomes Sensory.

She feels her heart racing during an argument. Her stomach is tight, her throat dry, her face flushed. But when her partner asks, “What’s wrong?” no words come. Just silence. This is what alexithymia feels like. It’s not the absence of emotion. It’s the absence of access. The body speaks, but the words to describe […]

Imagine sitting down for dinner and realizing you’re not sure if you’re hungry. You eat a few bites, then wonder if you’re full. Sometimes you skip meals until you feel shaky. Other times, you eat past comfort because the “I’m full” signal never arrives. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Many women notice their […]

You don’t have to be depressed to feel disconnected. Maybe your sleep is shallow. Maybe you walk into a room and forget why. Maybe your laugh feels flat, your tears come late, or you just can’t name what you’re feeling anymore. That’s not a flaw. That’s not “just hormones.” And it’s not in your head. […]