Recently I read a thought provoking article about the so called 'Ilness'...AFFLUENZA.
Simply put, affluenza is a harmful or unbalanced relationship with money or its pursuit. Clinically, Affluenza is in the individual as the collective addictions, character flaws, psychological wounds, neurosis and behavioral disorders caused or exacerbated by the presence of or desire for wealth. Globally it is a back up of the flow of money, resulting in a polarization of classes, and loss of economic and emotional balance.
What are the symptoms of affluenza?
In individuals, symptoms of affluenza can include: workaholism; an addiction to chaos; low self-esteem; depression; a loss of future motivation; an inability to delay gratification or tolerate frustration; a false sense of entitlement. Affluenza is frequently accompanied by all manners of addictive/compulsive behaviors.
What causes affluenza?
The assumption that money can, should and does buy happiness -- what is called the myth of the American dream.
We all have our pursuits, our dreams, ambitions...but it shouldn't lead to Affluenza, I feel.
The word AFFLUENZA might be a new name for this... but this thing's been talked about since looooong, Frankly Speaking.
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Hello...
many thanks for your comments.Yeah...your writeup is very true and makez a point.
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