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Paul Timileyin Kehinde¹, Olufemi Timothy Adigun^2,3,*, Gideon Kwesi Obosu⁴, Thanduxolo Peace Mngomezulu⁵
International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.25, No.6, pp. 721-734, 2023, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2022.027105
Abstract This study aimed to determine the association and predictive capacities of job satisfaction, workplace stress, work motivation, and self-esteem on state of mental health of caregivers of children with disabilities in South-West Nigeria. The self-determination theory provided a theoretical framework for the study. A closed-ended paper-pencil questionnaire tagged ‘Mental Healthiness Scale for Caregivers’ was used for data collection from 241 caregivers of children with disabilities. Data collected was analyzed using descriptive of frequency count, simple percentage and mean as well as inferential statistics involving Pearson product moment correlation and Binary Logistic Regression at 95% confidence interval. Findings revealed a significant… More >

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Yingfeng Wang^*
International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.25, No.6, pp. 735-754, 2023, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2023.026440
Abstract A healthy psychological state is the premise for children to carry out various activities. Previous surveys have shown that children with special needs are affected by their own obstacles and are more prone to psychological problems such as sensitivity, low self-esteem, and impulsiveness. Therefore, it is necessary to provide more systematic mental health education support for special children. Mental health education programs are an efficient form of maintaining children’s mental health. However, in the field of special education, the number of mental health education courses developed according to the physical and mental characteristics and developmental needs of special children is… More >

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Xiangli Guan¹, Yue Zhang², Yang Li¹, Yaqi Zhang^1,*, Jingjing Wang¹, Xuejiao Li¹, Mary C. Jobe³, Md Zahir Ahmed⁴, Oli Ahmed⁵
International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.25, No.6, pp. 755-766, 2023, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2023.027086
Abstract Because of factors such as energy and time one invests in an object, the stronger the connection, value, and reluctance to lose said object individual will have. Hoarding behavior arises when individuals incorporate a strong attachment with themselves to an object. The purpose of this study is to examine the effect of self-investment on hoarding tendency and the roles of possession-self link and liking level in this connection. A hypothetical model of the relationship between self-investment, possession-self link, liking level, and hoarding tendency was tested. A convenience sampling method was used to survey 450 college students in Yunnan Province on… More >

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Yuxin Li¹, Fengping Yan², Yixin Zhang¹, Man Li^1,3,4, Tour Liu^1,3,4,*
International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.25, No.6, pp. 767-781, 2023, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2023.026969
Abstract Background: With the development of information technology, mobile phone has brought much convenience to people’s lives but also caused many negative consequences due to excessive use, such as mobile phone addiction and nomophobia. Previous studies have explored the relationship between the Big Five Personality and problematic mobile phone use (PMPU). However, they focus on mobile phone addiction. Although there is a correlation between nomophobia and mobile phone addiction, the psychological structure is different. Therefore, it is necessary to explore the relationship between personality and nomophobia and the underlying mechanism. This study aims to examine the relationship between Big Five Personality… More >

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Aoli Li^1,#, Yan You^1,2,#, Kunli Wu³, Huibin Shan⁴, Younglee Kim⁵, Qilian He^1,*
International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.25, No.6, pp. 783-797, 2023, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2023.026956
（This article belongs to the Special Issue: Impact and Expectations by COVID-19 Pandemic: Citizens and Firms Views)
Abstract Objective: To explore the double psychosocial threats of the COVID-19 pandemic, targeted behavior toward Chinese Americans, and the correlates to their mental health. Methods: A quantitative, cross-sectional, and descriptive design was utilized by using a purposive convenience sample of 301 Chinese Americans over the age of 18 residing in the United States. Online data collection was conducted through the social media platform WeChat from April 8–21, 2021. Descriptive statistical analysis was used for the participants’ demographic characteristics, Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS), Double Threat Situations, COVID-19 Racial Discrimination, and General Anxiety Disorder-7 (GAD-7). Stepwise logistic regression was conducted… More >

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