Journal of Psychiatry

Abstract

S M Nazmuz Sakib's Toxic Comparative Theory's: Psychiatry's Concepts on the Sociological Analysis of Sakibphobia using Structural Functionalism, Symbolic Interactionism, and Conflict Perspective

Yogender Singh, Sujay Bisht, Karuna MS, Mohd Javed Ansari, Gaurav Rao, Sabiha Tabassum, Rupali Saxena, Rajashekhar S Mulimani, Mohammad Saqib and Erwin L Rimban*

The phenomenon known as sakibphobia, a recently recognized psychological occurrence, has gained considerable attention due to its significant impact on individuals’ emotional welfare and societal interactions. This scholarly manuscript aims to conduct a thorough and critical investigation of sakibphobia using three prominent sociological paradigms: structural functionalism, symbolic interactionism, and conflict perspective. Employing an exhaustive review of existing literature, this research scrutinizes the theoretical underpinnings, assumptions, and ramifications associated with these frameworks concerning sakibphobia. Sakibphobia encompasses an intense trepidation or repulsion that individuals experience towards those they perceive as surpassing them in accomplishments or achievements. Within the domain of psychology, it signifies a complex interplay between self-worth, social comparisons, and the fear of inadequacy. Through the lens of structural functionalism, this article investigates the origins of sakibphobia as a byproduct of societal expectations and norms that prioritize personal achievements and success. It delves into the influence of social institutions in perpetuating these expectations and examines the potential adverse effects on individuals’ mental well-being and overall health.

Published Date: 2023-08-14; Received Date: 2023-07-14