Contemporary Mental Health and Motivation Research I’m currently involved in the research of evaluating ‘sustainable contemporary International Mental Health Research Success’ contributions with regard to the perceptions and contributions of various mental health stakeholders’ views on the psychiatric and psychological application(s) / impact on decision-making in terms of contributions to i.e. specific personality disorder diagnosis, pharmaceutical practices / prescriptions and psychological (behavioral) practices. More than a ‘needle in a haystack’ approach I suppose, but it will be cha ..read more

Need for Counseling or Therapy: Awareness, Research and Resources "I believe that a different therapy must be constructed for each patient because each has a unique story." – Irvin D. Yalom "Cognitive therapy is based on the idea that when you change the way you think, you can change the way you feel and behave. In other words, if we can learn to think about other people in a more positive and realistic way, it will be far easier to resolve conflicts and develop rewarding personal and professional relationships." – David D. Burns How To Decide on the Right Therapist / Counselor How do I ..read more

Abuse Symptoms, Psychopathology, Domestic Violence and Trauma Personal Struggle and Recovery from Intimate Partner Violence “You can recognize survivors of abuse by their courage. When silence is so very inviting, they step forward and share their truth so others know they aren't alone.”― Jeanne McElvaney “Walking away from someone you love is not an immoral thing. If that person isn’t good for your wellbeing in any way, it’s important to step away from that relationship.”― Arien Smith Personal Mental Health Journal. Road to Recovery from Abuse... Abuse Recovery Articles : Vernon Chalmer ..read more

 Child Abuse / Neglect Awareness, Research and Resources “The greater a child’s terror, and the earlier it is experienced, the harder it becomes to develop a strong and healthy sense of self.” ― Nathaniel Branden “When children can’t rely on their parents to meet their needs, they cannot develop a sense of safety, trust, or confidence. Trust is a colossal development issue. Without the learning of trust in our early years, we are set up to have a major handicap with believing in ourselves and feeling safe in intimate connections.” ― Karyl McBride Child Abuse and Neglect Awar ..read more

Perfectionism and the Impact on Mental Health “Perfectionism is the unparalleled defense for emotionally abandoned children. The existential unattainability of perfection saves the child from giving up, unless or until, scant success forces him to retreat into the depression of a dissociative disorder, or launches him hyperactively into an incipient conduct disorder. Perfectionism also provides a sense of meaning and direction for the powerless and unsupported child. In the guise of self-control, striving to be perfect offers a simulacrum of a sense of control. Self-control is also safer to ..read more

 Role of Environment on Child Development: Awareness, Research and Resources “When children can’t rely on their parents to meet their needs, they cannot develop a sense of safety, trust, or confidence. Trust is a colossal development issue. Without the learning of trust in our early years, we are set up to have a major handicap with believing in ourselves and feeling safe in intimate connections.” ― Karyl McBride Influence of Environment on Child Development Research Influence of Environment on Child Development "The environment exerts a significant influence on child dev ..read more

 Effects of Childhood Trauma: Awareness, Research and Resources “Experience has taught us that we have only one enduring weapon in our struggle against mental illness: the emotional discovery and emotional acceptance of the truth in the individual and unique history of our childhood.”― Alice Miller  Effects of Childhood Trauma Research  Symptoms of Childhood Trauma Effects of Childhood Trauma "Childhood trauma can have profound and lasting effects on an individual's physical, emotional, and psychological well-being. Here are some common effects: Emotional Impact: Childhood ..read more

Mental Health Recovery: Awareness, Research and Resources “There is no right or wrong way to recover. There is only the decision to do so.” ― Brittany Burgunder “There is a type of courage that cannot always be seen. It's a bravery that you have to choose for yourself. You use it in the little, seemingly insignificant choices and decisions you make each day. Keep making these tiny, good choices over and over until you realize your whole life is different and the hero who saved you is yourself.” ― Brittany Burgunder Mental Health Recovery Research Mental Health Recovery "Mental health reco ..read more

Top 25 Search Impressions for the Past 3 Months : March - May 2024 Mental Health and Motivation Website Latest Update: 23 May 2024 What is a search impression? A search impression occurs when a user's query triggers a result on a search engine results page (SERP). Essentially, it's when a webpage, advertisement, or other content is displayed as a result of someone's search. However, it's important to note that an impression doesn't necessarily mean the user interacted with the result; it simply means the result appeared on their screen. This metric is often used in digital marketing and S ..read more

Winning with Humility: Awareness and Resources “You may be famous today, but nobody knows what tomorrow beckons. Enjoy your fame, but stay humble – time won’t bloom for you forever.” ― Bhuwan Thapaliya “Integrity comes not from privilege, educational pedigree, profession, or wealth but from being grounded in humility.” ― Charles F. Glassman How to Win with Humility Winning with humility involves balancing confidence in your abilities with a respectful and modest attitude toward others. Here are some tips on how to do it: Acknowledge Others' Contributions: Recognize and appreciate the ef ..read more