The Self-Regulatory Destabilization Cycle and the Shame Amplification Cycle: A Unified Framework for Escalating Dysregulation in Modern Psychology | Synapse
March 3, 2026Open Access
The Self-Regulatory Destabilization Cycle and the Shame Amplification Cycle: A Unified Framework for Escalating Dysregulation in Modern Psychology
Key Points
Dysregulation is an outcome of the self-regulatory destabilization cycle, leading to negative emotions.
Shame amplification plays a crucial role, with cycles of shame contributing to heightened emotional responses.
The framework includes both self-regulation and shame as key components affecting psychological well-being.
This analysis may enable better therapeutic strategies for managing dysregulation and shame.