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[–] UnequalExchange@lemmy.world 4 points 1 week ago

Id say it stunts you development of empathy, sympathy, and your ability to accept and learn healthy , cheap coping mechanisms when youre 'stuck'. (like seeing a psychologist if you can afford it or becoming better and better at a hobby you enjoy or just finding a friend to unload with)

But it DEFINITELY doesnt stunt your development of access tp nutrition, developing political connections and politcial persuasion, health care, legal protections, education access, and pretty much everything else not related to your mental health lol.