Connotations explores the psychosocial dynamics of the lower middle class to poverty levels. It delves into the psychology behind the negative connotations and stereotypes within these lower social-economic structures. The theory of the Darkside Effect, coined by the author, is described as the long-term effects that may be caused by living in these limited resource environments. The book explores the dispositions of the misunderstood and examines their circumstantial misfortunes as well as unseen hindrances, which also fuel the fire for negative connotations and provide an atmosphere for the Darkside Effect to exist.