The Psychology of World Disorder: Chaos in Our Minds and Society
We live in an unpredictable world.
Global conflicts to personal struggles, disorder is everywhere.
What’s going on in our minds when we experience disorder?
World disorder refers to a lack of structure in our life and society. It manifests in many ways:
Political instability and conflicts
Economic uncertainty
Social unrest
Environmental crises
Personal mental health challenges
These issues don’t exist in isolation. They feed off each other, creating a web that traps us.
When faced with disorder, our brains try to make sense. This leads to various psychological responses:
Anxiety and Stress trigger our fight-or-flight response. We feel anxious because we can’t predict what’s next. This constant state of alertness leads to chronic stress, affecting our mental and physical health.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, people experienced anxiety due to the unpredictable virus and…
