Tag: MENTAL HEALTH

Mental health refers to a person’s emotional, psychological, and social well-being, encompassing the ability to handle stress, relate to others, make decisions, and navigate the challenges of life. It influences how individuals think, feel, and act, contributing to the overall balance and quality of their lives. Mental health is essential at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood.

🧠 The Alternative Model for Personality Disorders (AMPD): A New Lens on the Complexity of Personality

By Linda C J Turner Therapy For decades, clinicians have struggled with the rigid, categorical labels of traditional personality disorders. You either had a disorder — or you didn’t. The old system didn’t always capture the complexity, fluidity, or individual nature of personality traits. It also failed to account for trauma histories, cultural differences, and developmental nuances. Enter… Read More 🧠 The Alternative Model for Personality Disorders (AMPD): A New Lens on the Complexity of Personality

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🧠 What Happened to Axis II? Understanding the Shift from DSM-IV to DSM-5

By Linda C J Turner Therapy If you’ve ever heard someone mention “Axis II disorders”, they’re referring to the older DSM-IV classification system — which included things like personality disorders and intellectual disabilities (then called “mental retardation”). 🔍 In DSM-IV, diagnoses were made across five axes, with Axis II specifically reserved for: These disorders were seen as long-standing, deeply ingrained patterns of thought, emotion, and behavior —… Read More 🧠 What Happened to Axis II? Understanding the Shift from DSM-IV to DSM-5

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🌿 “I Didn’t Know What Self-Love Was… Until I Stopped Begging to Be Chosen”

By Linda C J Turner Therapy I used to think self-love was about bubble baths and spa days.But now I know—self-love is what rises when you stop chasing connection with someone who refuses to meet you there. For so many years, I stayed busy.Distracted. Numb.Running on autopilot just to survive the emotional terrain I lived in.… Read More 🌿 “I Didn’t Know What Self-Love Was… Until I Stopped Begging to Be Chosen”

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🖤 “Where Is the Love?” – When You Can’t See It in Their Eyes

By Linda C J Turner Therapy People often say that a photograph can speak a thousand words.But survivors of abuse know that sometimes, it speaks the truth they couldn’t say out loud. I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve heard this:Someone looks at an old photo of the abuser and quietly says:“There’s no love in… Read More 🖤 “Where Is the Love?” – When You Can’t See It in Their Eyes

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Beware the Hidden Traps: Warning Signs of Financial & Emotional Abuse in New Relationships

When we meet someone new, especially someone we’re interested in, our natural instinct is to trust, to hope, and to believe the best. The early stages of a relationship are full of excitement, bonding, and emotional openness. But sadly, this is often when abusers are at their most charming—and when financial and emotional abuse can… Read More Beware the Hidden Traps: Warning Signs of Financial & Emotional Abuse in New Relationships

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When the Red Flags Appear Early: What to Do if You Hear Your New Partner Might Be an Abuser

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Starting a new relationship is a beautiful, hopeful time. Your brain is buzzing with dopamine and oxytocin—the chemicals that make us feel bonded, excited, and safe with someone new. But what happens when, early on, you hear whispers, rumors, or even clear warnings that this person might have an abusive past? Worse, what if you’ve… Read More When the Red Flags Appear Early: What to Do if You Hear Your New Partner Might Be an Abuser

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🌱 What to Do When the Answer is “No”: A Healing-Centered Path Forward

1. 💛 Don’t Panic — Get Curious A “no” is not a red flag on its own — it’s an invitation to explore further. Example:❌ “I don’t feel emotionally safe with them.”🔎 Ask: Why? Is it based on their actions, or on my trauma responses? Or both? 2. 🔍 Differentiate Between a “Growth Opportunity” and a “Dealbreaker” Some things can… Read More 🌱 What to Do When the Answer is “No”: A Healing-Centered Path Forward

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🌿 Psychological Compatibility Questions to Ask Yourself When Entering a New Relationship

This is not about perfection — it’s about alignment, emotional safety, and the capacity for growth and repair. 1. 💡 Values & Life Vision 2. 🧠 Emotional Intelligence & Self-Awareness 3. 🫂 Attachment Style & Relational Needs 4. 🧘 Nervous System Regulation & Conflict Response 5. 🗣️ Communication Styles 6. 🛡️ Boundaries & Autonomy 7. 🧩 Compatibility in Beliefs, Lifestyles, and Habits… Read More 🌿 Psychological Compatibility Questions to Ask Yourself When Entering a New Relationship

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🪷 Questions to Ask Yourself When Entering a New Relationship After Abuse

A psychological and trauma-informed guide to help you move forward with clarity, compassion, and confidence. 1. 🧠 Emotional Readiness & Self-Awareness 2. 🧘‍♀️ Nervous System & Somatic Awareness 3. 🧱 Boundaries & Assertiveness 4. 🎭 Patterns & Triggers 5. 🫶 Trust, Control & Autonomy 6. 🧩 Communication & Repair 7. 🕊️ Healing & Support 8. 🌱 Intentions & Alignment 9. ❤️ Self-Compassion & Reassurance… Read More 🪷 Questions to Ask Yourself When Entering a New Relationship After Abuse

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