Dealing with Blame and Criticism: Emotional Support and Coping Strategies #3656367 (License: Personal Use)

The illustration depicts a visibly upset woman with furrowed brows and a downturned mouth, standing as three different hands from off-screen point accusingly at her. Each hand wears a distinct sleeve color-blue, red, and orange-suggesting multiple sources of judgment or blame. The minimalist background emphasizes the emotional weight of social pressure and public shaming.

This image is commonly used on mental health blogs, therapy resource pages, workplace wellness guides, and anti-bullying campaigns to visually represent emotional distress caused by external criticism, gaslighting, or scapegoating. It targets users seeking validation, coping mechanisms, or understanding of interpersonal conflict dynamics.