Fantasies and wishful thinking by democrats, liberals, and leftists

  Fantasies, wishful thinking, and being disconnected from reality, by democrats, liberals, and leftists

Signs and Symptoms

• Persistent beliefs or thoughts that contradict objective evidence or consensus reality
• Inability or unwillingness to accept facts that challenge one's beliefs or desires
• Engaging in elaborate rationalizations or conspiracy theories to maintain beliefs
• Difficulty distinguishing fantasy from reality
• Impaired functioning or decision-making due to disconnection from reality

Potential Causes

• Mental health conditions like delusional disorders, schizophrenia, or psychosis
• Personality disorders involving distorted thinking patterns
• Cognitive biases and distortions (e.g. confirmation bias, motivated reasoning)
• Trauma, stress, or difficult life circumstances leading to escapism
• Lack of critical thinking skills or poor reality testing

Treatment and Prevention

• Psychotherapy (e.g. cognitive-behavioral therapy) to challenge distorted thoughts
• Medication for underlying mental health conditions when appropriate
• Developing critical thinking and reality-testing skills
• Exposure to diverse perspectives and factual information
• Addressing underlying emotional needs or trauma constructively
• Maintaining social connections to provide reality checks

Ultimately, being grounded in reality requires openness to evidence, willingness to update beliefs, and the ability to separate wishes from facts. While some fantasizing is normal, persistent disconnection from reality can impair functioning and relationships.