Today is Psycho Saturday. Over the next few weeks I'll go into the various psychological issues in Shadows. Since Sarah experiences an illegal form of ECT, I thought I'd go into what ECT is supposed to be about. The definition of Electroshock or Electroconvulsive therapy is a treatment for depression, bipolar disorder, catatonia, and some … Continue reading Electroshock Therapy
Author: Joan De La Haye
South African Crime Statistics
South Africa is known for its high crime rate. The horrific topics that come up in Shadows are pretty much run of the mill stuff here in Johannesburg. Children as young as one or two are raped, because it's believed that if you rape a virgin you'll be cured of AIDS. (Yes, They actually believe … Continue reading South African Crime Statistics
Resolutions for 2008
I should probably have put these down about a week ago, but I've been holding out so I could use them for the blog a day challenge. Sneaky, I know. I also hoped that by not putting them down too soon would also give them time to percolate and become firmer in my own mind. … Continue reading Resolutions for 2008
Blog a day challenge
Hello Folks, I've stupidly entered a blog a day challenge, which starts today. Heaven only knows why I've agreed to put myself through this, but I've gone and done it. So...rules of the game are that I have to post something here everyday for a month. I can post pretty much anything, but I'm going … Continue reading Blog a day challenge
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