Top 10 countries visiting the Mental Health and Motivation website since August 2021.   No. Country Percent (%) of Visits 1 South Africa 68.21% 2 United States 16.00% 3 India 1.70% 4 Russian Federation 1.57% 5 Philippines 1.40% 6 Ireland 1.29% 7 United Kingdom 1.13% 8 Canada 0.99% 9 Sweden 0.93% 10 Pakistan 0.62% Latest Update: 26 April 2024 Source: Google analytics / RevolverMaps ? Mental Health, Psychology and Relationship Resources ..read more

New DSM-5-TR: Awareness, Updates and Resources Don’t be Fooled by the “Quotes” “TR”: The DSM-5-TR is Far More Than a Text Revision — Greg Neimeyer, PhD The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, Text Revision (DSM-5-TR) includes several updates from the DSM-512345: Fully revised text and references: The DSM-5-TR includes the fully revised text and references of the DSM-51345. Updated diagnostic criteria and ICD-10-CM codes: The DSM-5-TR has updated diagnostic criteria and ICD-10-CM insurance codes1345. New disorder - Prolonged Grief Disorder: The DSM-5-TR f ..read more

 Psychopathology: Awareness, Resources and Research “The term psychopathic state is the name we apply to those individuals who conform to a certain intellectual standard, sometimes high, sometimes approaching the realm of defect but yet not amounting to it, who throughout their lives, or from a comparatively early age, have exhibited disorders of conduct of an antisocial or asocial nature, usually of a recurrent or episodic type, who, in many instances, have proved difficult to influence by methods of social, penal, and medical care and treatment and for whom we have no adequate provisi ..read more

Criticism of Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders  “The categories used in psychiatric diagnosis are based on observation of signs and symptoms, rather than on pathological processes. One can make use of a few signs, such as facial expressions associated with depression or the flight of ideas associated with mania. But what clinicians mainly use for diagnosis are symptoms, the subject experiences reported by patients. Psychiatrists have little knowledge of the processes that lie behind these phenomena. Thus psychiatric diagnoses, with very few exceptions, are syndr ..read more

Curing for Procrastination: Awareness, Research and Resources  “Until you value yourself, you will not value your time. Until you value your time, you will not do anything with it.” – M. Scott Peck “So what do we do? Anything. Something. So long as we just don’t sit there. If we screw it up, start over. Try something else. If we wait until we’ve satisfied all the uncertainties, it may be too late.” – Lee Iacocca Curing for Procrastination Research Curing for Procrastination "Procrastination is a common challenge, but there are several strategies you can try to overcome it: Break t ..read more

 Dr.Bessel van der Kolk: Trauma Awareness, Research and Resources “We have learned that trauma is not just an event that took place sometime in the past; it is also the imprint left by that experience on mind, brain, and body. This imprint has ongoing consequences for how the human organism manages to survive in the present. Trauma results in a fundamental reorganization of the way mind and brain manage perceptions. It changes not only how we think and what we think about, but also our very capacity to think.” ― Bessel A. van der Kolk “Being able to feel safe with other people is prob ..read more

Creating Personal Boundaries: Awareness, Research and Resources “If you live your life to please everyone else, you will continue to feel frustrated and powerless. This is because what others want may not be good for you. You are not being mean when you say NO to unreasonable demands or when you express your ideas, feelings, and opinions, even if they differ from those of others.” ― Beverly Engel Creating Personal Boundaries Research Creating Personal Boundaries Creating personal boundaries is an essential aspect of maintaining your well-being and ensuring healthy relationships. Here are ..read more

Dr. Gabor Maté Addiction and Trauma: Awareness, Research and Resources “Not all addictions are rooted in abuse or trauma, but I do believe they can all be traced to painful experience. A hurt is at the centre of all addictive behaviours. It is present in the gambler, the Internet addict, the compulsive shopper and the workaholic. The wound may not be as deep and the ache not as excruciating, and it may even be entirely hidden—but it’s there. As we’ll see, the effects of early stress or adverse experiences directly shape both the psychology and the neurobiology of addiction in the brain.” ― G ..read more

 Narcissistic Injury and Rage: Awareness, Research and Resources “The truth is a narcissist's greatest fear.” ― Tracy A Malone Narcissistic Injury and Rage Research What Causes Narcissistic Injury and Rage? Narcissistic Injury and Rage""Narcissistic injury and rage are psychological concepts that are often associated with narcissistic personality disorder (NPD). When individuals with NPD experience a perceived threat to their self-esteem or self-worth, they may react with intense emotional distress and anger. Here's a breakdown of these concepts: Narcissistic Injury: Narcissistic injury ..read more

Psychotherapist Vs. Psychologist: What Is the Difference & When Should I See One? In 2021, approximately 41.7 million adults in the United States sought treatment or counseling for their mental health. This statistic reflects a growing awareness of the importance of mental health care. It is undoubtedly a positive shift in society, where mental health is no longer stigmatized, and individuals do not require a severe mental health issue to seek help. When students contemplate options for mental health care, they may find themselves uncertain about where to begin or how to choose the rig ..read more