Journal of Psychosocial Research

ISSN: 0973-5410

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Subject: Psychology

Periodicity: Half Yearly

DOI: 10.32381/JPR

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Current Volume: 15 (2020)

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Journal of Psychosocial Research (JPR) is a broad based multidisciplinary scientific peer reviewed journal. It encompasses various fields of Humanities and Social Sciences such as health, education, technology, philosophy, management, industry and economics that have psychological implications for social policy and planning. JPR is a peer-reviewed publication, which welcomes empirical and theoretical papers as created by the researchers and scholars in the field with international quality and standard. It also includes research summaries and book reviews on the relevant subjects.

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Volume 15 (2020) Issue 1 , (January-2020 to June-2020)

January-June

Effects of Music Listening on Resilience, Self-Efficacy and Positivity in Healthy Young Adults by Uma Gupta and Vipin Kumar Singh

Page: 1-24

Abstract: Objective: To examine the effects of listening to instrumental music in males and females on five measures related to the positive aspects of behavior namely resilience, self-efficacy, optimism, meaning in life and psychosocial flourishing, as well as to investigate gender differences in the music-induced effects on five dependent variables mentioned above. Methods: A three factorial design, gender (males and females) × treatments (music intervention and controlled condition) × testing sessions (pre-test and post-test) with repeated measures on the last factor, was used. The procedure was: pretreatment assessments on dependent variables ––– 20 days’ music intervention/ controlled condition – post-treatment assessments on dependent variables. Assessments were done by two trained assistants; one assistant carried out pretreatment assessments and presented intervention treatment, and the other assistant did post-treatment assessments. Participants’ response scores were analyzed by ANOVA. Results: Music listening significantly increased scores on resilience, self-efficacy, optimism, meaning in life and psychosocial flourishing in both males and females; led to significantly higher scores in females relative to males on all the dependent variables. For the controlled condition, males relative to females had higher scores on self-efficacy; gender differences for other dependent variables were statistically nonsignificant. Conclusion: Music’s potential of generating positive schemas can serve as an easily available resource to squeeze out positivity out of negativity and make life more happy, meaningful and fulfilling. The human strengths fostered by music listening may serve as buffers against increasing negativity in modern life.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2020.15.01.1

The Relationship between Editing Pictures of Oneself, Body Image and Self-Discrepancy by Rhea Mankotia and Mareena Susan Wesley

Page: 25-33

Abstract: Research has demonstrated that social media negatively impacts various aspects of self, but how editing pictures of oneself (EPO) can affect the same is yet to be understood. The aim of the current study was to examine whether there is a relationship between EPO, body image and self-discrepancy, that is, the discrepancy between actual, ought and ideal self. For this purpose, 106 women aged between 17 to 25 years were recruited into the study, who answered a survey about how much they edited their pictures before posting them online. They also completed the Body Image States Scale and the Selves Questionnaire. Results revealed that there was a significant relationship between actual-ought and actualideal self. A weak correlation was found between EPO and body image, and body image and actual-ought self. The study indicates that excessively EPO is negatively associated with body image. Implications of the findings and suggestions for future research are discussed.

DOIhttps://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2020.15.01.2

Impact of Metacognitive Strategies on Self-Regulated Learning and Intrinsic Motivation by Sweta Saraff, Rishipal, Malabika Tripathi, RK Biswal, and Anupama Srivastava Saxena

Page: 35-46

Abstract: Metacognition is an act of thinking about your thinking, reasoning or decision making or simply cognition. It may also be understood as being aware of your cognitive mechanism and using it to learn in a more proactive way. Metacognitive knowledge and metacognitive regulation are the two types of metacognitive strategies. Self- regulation as a construct implies controlling and maintaining one’s behaviour. The theory of intrinsic motivation posits that there is a natural pull and push to achieve mastery in areas of perceived competence. The aim of the present research is to study the impact of metacognititive strategies on self- regulated learning and intrinsic motivation. The primary motive of the study was to explore whether metacognitive strategies effect self-regulated learning behaviour and intrinsic motivation of undergraduate students. For all analysis, the significance level was kept at 0.05. The statistical analyses were conducted with SPSS v. 25.0. Data were collected from 440 undergraduate students divided in two group i.e. experimental and control. The result revealed that in all domains of metacognitive strategies, mean of experimental group was higher than the control group.

DOIhttps://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2020.15.01.3

Cognitive, Social Communication and Social Skills Development in Monolingual and Bilingual Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders in a Multi Ethnic-Lingual Context– A Comparative Study by Sunitha Sendhilnathan and Shyamala K. Chengappa

Page: 47-68

Abstract: The study investigated the effect of language intervention on equal numbers of participants (n=20) in both study groups, monolingual (English only) and bilingual (English and anyone of the Mother Tongue Language) children with Autism Spectrum Disorders, aged between 4.0 and 6.11 years, in Singapore. Each participant received language intervention for six months. The total raw score of cognitive, social communication and social skills in AEPS were computed at the baseline, after twenty-four weeks of language intervention and at week 27. The results revealed statistically significant improvement in the developmental skills in both the study groups, but no significance was indicated between the groups. The study indicated that bilingual exposure in children with Autism Spectrum Disorders does not have any negative impact in their cognitive, social communication and social development.

DOIhttps://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2020.15.01.4

Personal Narrative of Mental Illness within the Family: A Mental Health Professional’s Autoethnography by Shikha Soni

Page: 69-76

Abstract: This autoethnography chronicles mental health issues and related outcomes of an individual within an Indian family. The author, who is both a clinical psychologist and a family member of the patient analyses her personal experience from a sociocultural perspective. Societal and family influences such as parenting behaviour that maintain the symptoms and protective factors such as the primary caregiving system are discussed. The paper highlights the importance of family dynamics in therapy and autoethnographies in research. Also, the mental health of professionals whose family members have a diagnosis of mental illness should be prioritized in future research and practice.

DOIhttps://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2020.15.01.5

Hijra : An Understanding by Himanshi Singh and Pradeep Kumar

Page: 77-87

Abstract: The Indian hijra community encompasses persons with a variety of gender identities and sexual orientations, forming a culturally unique gender group. This article aims to understand different aspects of hijras. This community is heterogeneous and has been known in the historical context for millennia, forming a key part of rituals in Hindu culture. Their presence in celebrating marriages and child birth has been considered to be a good omen. The sociocultural aspects of hijras have frequently been the subjects of research by anthropologists and sociologists, but there is a dearth of data regarding mental health problems in them.

DOIhttps://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2020.15.01.6

Promoting Transition Planning among Individuals with Intellectual Disability: Involving Special Educators by Wasim Ahmad and A.T. Thressiakutty

Page: 89-98

Abstract: The present study attempted to find out the effect of teachers’ training on developing transition planning among individuals with intellectual disability (IID) with respect to gender and age. Individuals with intellectual disability (N=50) were intervened by the trained special educators. Single group pre and post test design has been used. Vocational Assessment and Programming System (VAPS) developed by Thressiakutty (1998) has been used in the present study. The data collected was analyzed using the statistical techniques such as t-test, ANCOVA and Post Hoc (LSD) Tukey test. The results show that the training has a remarkable impact on the development of transition planning among individuals with intellectual disability

DOIhttps://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2020.15.01.7

Suicidal ideation, Cognitive Distortions, Impulsivity and Depression among Young Adult in Patna, Bihar by Pallav Kumar, Pradeep Kumar and Sateyendra Dutta Mishra

Page: 99-109

Abstract: Despite the widespread research work on suicidal ideation, cognitive distortion, impulsivity and depression from diverse perspectives, little research has directly examined the cognitive attributes underlying impulsive behavior in adults. Aims and objectives of the study were to assess the relationship between Suicidal ideation, Cognitive distortions, Impulsivity and Depression among young adults. Three hundred youth were selected purposively from different college of Patna, Bihar. The statistical package for social sciences (SPSS) 16.0 windows was used for statistical analysis. There were significant positive correlation among suicidal ideation, cognitive distortion and depression where as there is negative correlation between suicidal ideation and impulsivity.

DOIhttps://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2020.15.01.8

Mission Bharat Bane Surkshit: Safety of Corporate India by Behavioural Science Approach by Kaila Harbans Lal

Page: 111-1217

Abstract: Focusing on the prevention of losses of life and business (in the contextof daily incidents like fires and fatalities at sites), this article is based on the industrial settings of Indian corporates, and is an endeavour to address on the possibilities, approach and vision of how an ambitious corporate safety movement namely Bharat Bane Surkshit (BBS) is achievable, through an understanding of a variety of key aspects such as positive outcomes of BBS implementation and key persons in companies who implemented it, BBS culture rating, quality of observations and spot-correction of at-risk behaviours, criteria for selection of BBS observers, dependent safety culture as a risk in safety approach. Other aspects included are the BBS organizational procedure to behaviouralize ISO 45001, focusing on the margins of BBS implementation to optimize it, BBS content design for HODs. adopting site BBS policy, and there commendations of the 4th BBS national conference of the Forum of Behavioural Safety, 2020.

DOIhttps://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2020.15.01.9

Comparing Personality Profiles of Indian Students and Professionals based on SRT-Traits of Personality in Indian Psychology by Gitanjali Roy

Page: 129-135

Abstract: India is considered as one of the young countries in the world. A personality analysis of this population provides an opportunity to look into the future of the country on professional front. It’s like a scientific answer to a rhetorical question ‘where is the youth heading’? For this purpose a large sample was drawn from Indian students and professionals in engineering, medical, teaching and administrative personnel (most common professions in India) to proffer and compare personality profiles across these groups. Findings indicate apprehension facts about the students with respect to professionals.

DOIhttps://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2020.15.01.10

Sensation Seeking and Aggression in Adventure Sportspersons: A Comparative Study by Debjani Kar and Sreemoyee Tarafder

Page: 137-149

Abstract: Adventure sport (AS) is inherently consisting of components of sensation seeking along with the established fact of aggression being an integral part of any sort of sports activity. In this study, it was intended to see how sensation seeking and aggression interact to develop unique characteristics of AS persons in comparison to NAS & NS persons. Cross-sectional, purposive sampling was used to select AS (n = 33; 26 M, 7 F) & NAS (n = 37; 26 M, 11 F) participants with NS (n= 31; 21 M, 10 F) as control group. All participants were assessed on the State-Trait Anger Expression Inventory (STAXI) to assess anger expression patterns and the Sensation Seeking Scale (SSS-V) to assess sensation-seeking behavior. ANOVA was done for group comparisons with the Bonferroni test for post-hoc analysis along with Students’ttest and Pearson correlation. Findings indicated comparatively lower anger temperament and higher sensation-seeking as distinctive factors in the choice of adventure sports.

DOIhttps://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2020.15.01.11

Elderly Population and New Age Technology by Richa Mohta and Susmita Halder

Page: 151-158

Abstract: Technological advances in recent times have been received in our nation at a widespread level. The most obvious source of this technological advancement is the use of internet. There is a rampant increase in the use of internet among different age groups. The least explored of which is the elderly population. The aim of the present study is to explore the pattern of internet use in old age. A total of 50 subjects belonging in the age group of 60-75 years of both genders were included in the study. Results indicated that the average usage of internet in this age group approximates to 1 hour 20 minutes, and was found to be more among males. The most common purpose of internet use was found to be social networking.

DOIhttps://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2020.15.01.12

Factorial View of various Psycho-social Predictors of Psychological Distress among adolescents of Jammu city of Jammu and Kashmir by Saima Hafiz and Rupan Dhillon

Page: 159-169

Abstract: Adolescence is the period of identity formation, independence transformation of roles, physiological changes and cognitive development. Results of the study illustrated that regression model as a whole accounted for 87.3 % of variance and R for psychological factor, adaptive strategies, coping strategies and family environment is 0.93, adjusted R2 = .87, F (4, 95) = 333.9, p< 0.01 that states that these are good predictors of psychological distress in adolescents. The results show that psychological factor is the best predictor of psychological distress in adolescents (β = -.89, p < 0.01). The adaptive strategies contributes significantly to the psychological distress of adolescents (β = -.19, p < 0.01). Coping strategies (β = .15, p < .01) and family environment (β = -.67, p < 0.01) also show significant contributions to the psychological distress in adolescents.

DOIhttps://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2020.15.01.13

Living alone and with Autism by Minal Joshi

Page: 171-180

Abstract: This is an article on a case study of a young adult with Autism, who lived alone in a city after his parents passed away. Data was collected using in-depth interviews and observations with consent, from the participant and his aunt. Analysis of the data revealed broad domains related to his daily living and leisure activities, personal care and well being, interaction with relatives and neighbours, and his education and occupation. The article describes the struggles of independent living with Autism, the importance of social support and how a persons with ASD can overcome the natural barriers around them which come with the diagnosis, in order to reach their true potential.

DOIhttps://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2020.15.01.14

A Case Study on the Neuropsychological correlates of Behaviour of a Child in conflict with law by Saranya Banerjee, Priyanka Paul and Sanjukta Das

Page: 181-191

Abstract: The sudden accentuation in the rate of juvenile crimes has become a matter of perturbance for the nation. Significance of the various negative psychosocial factors has been the cornerstone of the research revolving around this group. Neuropsychological functioning of children in conflict with law has largely been disregarded in our nation and the available research mostly emphasised on the functioning of the prefrontal cortex whereas the role of the subcortical structures in this domain has been overlooked. After the identification of this lacuna in most of the studies, a complete neuropsychological profile of a child in conflict with law was formulated and integrated with his early and cultural experiences.

DOIhttps://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2020.15.01.15

Personal Adjustment And Emotional Intelligence Among High School Students by Krishna Rao Gangolu

Page: 193-199

Abstract: A person who adjusts himself in every situation or environment can never fall in his life as compare to those who find it difficult to adjust themselves in different situations. Those who have sound emotional intelligence can adjust in any environment. Low and nelson (2004) reported that emotional intelligence skills are key factors in the academic achievement and test performance of high school. To assess the personal adjustment as predictor of academic achievement of high school students. To examine the emotional intelligence as predictor of academic achievement of high school students.Results indicated that thepersonal

DOIhttps://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2020.15.01.16

Determinants of Mental Health of Adolescent Girls in Pune City by Pranita Jagtap

Page: 201-211

Abstract: Mental health among the children and adolescents in India is precarious. It is influenced by various individual factors as well as the environment in which people live. As reported by WHO 20% of adolescents and children in the world have mental problems. This comprises almost 50 million Indian children suffering from mental disorders. The present study aims to examine the determinants of mental health of adolescent girls. The sample included 125 adolescent girls, from Pune city, Maharashtra. Tools used in this study were- Personality Inventory, Projective test of achievement motivation, Socio-economic scale. For assessing academic achievement, an official record of students’ marks obtained in school examinations was used. Statistical analysis was conducted using one-way ANOVA. Students were classified into four groups on the basis of mental health scores as measured by Personality Inventory (Poor, Just Satisfactory, Satisfactory & Good Mental Health). One-way ANOVA results revealed significant differences in SES across poor vs. satisfactory mental health group (p=.05) and poor vs. good mental health group (p=.03), as well as on personality dimensions namely confidence, sociability, self-sufficiency (p=.00). No significant difference was found in achievement motivation and academic achievement with respect to level of mental health. Significant differences in SES, Personality dimensions were seen, but no significant differences were found in achievement motivation and academic achievement across level of mental health.

DOIhttps://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2020.15.01.17

Depression, Anxiety and Stress among Civil Police Officers in Kerala by Jude, S and Leena, S T

Page: 213-225

Abstract: The present investigation is carried out to understand the level of depression, anxiety and stress among civil police officers in Trivandrum district, Kerala. The study includes police officers from both genders (N=120) within the age range of 30 to 50 years. The sample was drawn using the purposive sampling technique. Descriptive research design was used as the research design. Personal data schedule and DASS-21 (Lovibond & Lovibond, 1995) were used as the assessment instruments in the present study. Statistical tests such as Frequency analysis and spearman’s correlation were used to analyze the data statistically. This study also intends to identify the relationship between the depression, anxiety and stress among civil police officers. The results showed that significant number of police officers in Kerala suffer on depression, anxiety and stress.

DOIhttps://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2020.15.01.18

Emotional Intelligence and Subjective Well-being among Mumbai college students by Kranti C. Gawali

Page: 227-236

Abstract: The present study examined the relationship between Emotional Intelligence (EI) and SWB in degree college students. Participants were 100 degree college students who completed the Schutte’s Self Report Inventory (SSRI) of EI, and Subjective Well-being Inventory. Analysis was conducted and the results yielded a significant relationship between EI and SWB. There was a significant and positive correlation between EI and SWB (r = 0.337, p< 0.01). A ‘t’ test was computed to study the difference in the SWB between the High EI group and low EI group. The results were found to be in line with directional hypotheses. It was also found that EI predicts SWB, as the emotionally intelligent individuals are better at understanding and managing their emotions in stressful situations and are better at problem solving and interpersonal relationship. The sample of this study was college students, who face pressures on different fronts like academics and social relations. Knowledge of EI and SWB positive relationship will be beneficial for students in specific to enhance positive traits such as self-discipline, emotion management, agreeableness and readiness for new experiences and objective acceptance.

DOIhttps://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2020.15.01.19

Effects of Emotional Regulation on Suicidal Ideation by R.N. Singh and Neha Pathak

Page: 237-245

Abstract: The study under report was conducted to examine the effects of ability of emotional regulation, if any, on suicidal ideation among adolescents. The phase of adolescence is called the age of storm and stress and it may interfere with the ability of dealing with the emotional problems, which may lead to adaptive problems and in many cases the adolescents may take hazardous steps which may include suicidality (suicidal ideation) and suicide also. In order to examine the above assumption, 200 adolescents studying in Intermediate Colleges of Jaunpur city (U.P.India) and its neighboring areas were administered the Emotional Regulation Questionnaire and Suicidal Ideation Scale. The adolescents were assigned to either of the three emotional regulation groups (High, Moderate & Low ERG) on the basis of their scores on ERQ. The descriptive and inferential statistics were used to analyze the data. The results obtained clearly suggested that the ability of emotional regulation exerts differential effects on suicidal ideation among adolescents. Results are thoroughly discussed and interpreted in the light of the finding of the present study and also the findings of the previous researches. Besides it, implications, limitation and the suggestions for future researches are also underlined.

DOIhttps://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2020.15.01.20

Emotional Intelligence: It’s Impact on Working women’s physical-mental wellness and stress by MEERA SHANKER

Page: 247-254

Abstract: Indian Women have accepted the challenge of going out to work, which is demanding, in the era of cutthroat competition. Work place has become more challenging, as a result, women are also expected to work hard. Hence, workload and expectations have increased. Back home they are expected to take care of family members and other household job. Thus, women are stretching themselves mechanically to remain in the competition, and try to give their best in both place. Resultantly, they are working under continuous pressure, stressed, in turn having issues related to physical and mental wellness. Emotional Intelligence is the ability to understand and check various negative feelings, i.e. anger, anguish, impulsiveness, stress, anxiety and comprehend about positive feelings of patience, empathy, confidence which gives coping mechanism to the individuals to understand the situation in better way. It is an expertise that reduces the stress. The main objective of the present research article is to find out the impact of emotional intelligence on working women’s mental, physical wellness and stress management.

DOIhttps://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2020.15.01.21

The Effect of Peer-led Sexuality Education and Telephone Health-messaging on Sexual Self-esteem and Assertiveness: A School-based Intervention among Adolescents in Ibadan, Nigeria by Ogunsanmi Ololade O. and Agbede, Catherine, O.

Page: 255-269

Abstract: Adolescent sexuality is a subject of public health concern because of the associated consequences such as adolescent pregnancy, truncated education and sexually transmitted infections. The prevalence of teenage pregnancy and school dropout among adolescents in Oyo State was found to be 8.2% and 21.7% respectively. The study employed a quasi-experimental design. The population of the study was in-school adolescents in Ibadan. One hundred and twenty adolescents were selected through systematic sampling. Four school were randomly assigned to 3 experimental groups and 1control group. A validated questionnaire was used for data collection. The results showed that 23 (19.1%) adolescents had engaged in a sexual intercourse and mean age at sexual debut was 13.91±1.929 years. The combination of the PSE and THM interventions better predicted a change in the adolescents’ level of sexual self-esteem (p > 0.01) and sexual assertiveness (p > 0.01). The study recommended that program directors and stakeholders should develop and contextualize multiple interventions to address the cognitive and psychosocial skills of adolescents towards sexual-risk behaviors.

DOIhttps://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2020.15.01.22

Adjustment and Emotional Intelligence among Indian students by Kranti C. Gawali and Harbans L. Kaila

Page: 271-279

Abstract: The present study examined the relationship between Adjustment and Emotional Intelligence (EI) in degree college students. Participants were 100 degree college students who completed the Bell’s Adjustment Inventory and Schutte’s Self Report Inventory (SSRI) of EI. The results of data analysis revealed a significant relationship between Adjustment and EI .There was a significant and negative correlation between Adjustment and EI (r = - 0.268, p< 0.01). The ‘t’ test was computed to study the difference in the adjustment levels between the High EI and Low EI groups. The results were found to be significant and in line with the hypothesis, indicating that the adjustment of individuals is related to their EI. The findings of the study also imply that the students with high EI are better adjusted in emotional and social aspects of their life. Study also proposes programs aimed at enhancing the EI among students if implemented, will enable them to adjust effectively with life situations.

DOIhttps://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2020.15.01.23

Parenting Styles, Study Habits and Achievement Motivation among Adolescents by Nilesh Thakre and Chandana Shet

Page: 281-293

Abstract: The present study explores the impact of Father’s parenting style on adolescentsstudy habits and achievement motivation. Past research has explored the impact of parenting or educational involvement of only one parent, mostly mother (Cabera, Tamis-LeMonda, Bradley, Hofferth, & Lamb, 2000; Grief & Grief, 2004). However, changes in the family structure like rising divorce rates, single parents and increasing number of women engaged in workforce has brought in the need to study fatherhood too. The participants of the study consist of 76 adolescents girls and boys within the age range of 13 to 14 years, studying in classes’ 8th and 9th standard of English medium schools in Mumbai. They were assessed by using three different tools namely parental authority questionnaire (Buri, 1992), test of study habits and attitudes (Mathur, 2002) and achievement motivation scale (Deo & Mohan, 2011). The data was analysed by one way analysis of variance and Tukey’s HSD. Results revealed a significant difference between parenting styles on study habits and achievement motivation. The study habits and achievement motivation among adolescents was higher when the parenting style was authoritative as compared to authoritarian and permissive parenting styles.

DOIhttps://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2020.15.01.24

Crowd Violence: A Contextual analysis of various incidents at Delhi by Sapna Yadav and Suresh Kumar

Page: 295-304

Abstract: The present study aimed to identify the emerging behavioural patterns and triggers in various crowd incidents at Delhi. To achieve the aim of the study, 34 case studies of various crowd incidents were collected from 94 Delhi police officers having experience of 3 to 30 years in crowd handling. The case studies were analysed by using content analysis method of qualitative assessment. All collected case studieswere classified into 7 domains representing specific contexts. Domain 1 consisted case studies where people assembled due to safety and other basic need issues. Domain 2 deals with sudden assembly of crowd, domain 3 consisted crowd incidents against rape and eve teasing. Domain 4 and 5 includes cases of schools and colleges students protest, domain 6 represent communal violence and domain 7 deals with protest against reservation policies. The analysis of these case studies indicates that the violence in these gathering triggered by confrontation with security forces, misguided rumours, provocative speeches by leaders, trivial messages on social media and sudden and unjustified action of security forces. The probability of violence in these crowd is also high when it includes maximum youth and antisocial/national element in it. Preventive measure to reduce the probability of violence are also highlighted by case studies. The finding of the present study having a strong implication to design the crowd violence management strategies particularly in Delhi.

DOIhttps://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2020.15.01.25

Exploring Resilience in Indian Women with Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Qualitative Approach by Sumita Chavare and Sadhana Natu

Page: 305-316

Abstract: Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic pain disease which affects patients’ functioning in all spheres of life. RA cannot be cured permanently, but can be managed. In India, large body of research has extensively studied the role of various biological interventions in pain-management of RA. Despite of pain being a subjective phenomenon, the effectiveness of measures taken by patients in the form of resiliency processes has been sparsely studied and acknowledged. Therefore, the objective of this qualitative study is to explore the process of inner resilience and the way it shaped the health outcomes through lived experiences of 8 women with RA. Thematic analysis of in-depth semi-structured interview has demonstrated following resilience processes within patients: i) Internal locus of control ii) Optimism and hope iii) Finding practical strategies for pain management and overcoming limitations iv) Engaging in meaningful activities despite pain v) Buffering effect of pain acceptance vi ) Seeking social support vii) Seeking spiritual support. Findings of this study draw attention to the contribution of patients’ strengths in the form of resilience to influence health outcomes and highlight the pressing need for clinicians to maintain biopsychosocial perspective in pain management.

DOIhttps://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2020.15.01.2

Relationship of Subjective wellbeing and Psychological Adjustment among students by Kranti Gawali and Chandrashekhar Gawali

Page: 317-327

Abstract: Subjective well-being and psychological adjustment are complimentary to each other in the development of individuals. Subjective wellbeing is the indicator particular level of adjustment. There are individual differences noted due to justifiable reasons. But lower levels on both Subjective wellbeing and psychological adjustment hamper individuals’ personal social and professional life also. Since most vulnerable, study is conducted on degree college students (n-100) to relate psychological wellbeing and adjustment. Subjective wellbeing Inventory by Nagpal & Sen and Bell’s Adjustment Inventory Students-Form are used. Correlation analysis (r - .542) (p< 0.001) revealed inverse relationship between levels of Subjective wellbeing and Psychological adjustment. A ‘t’ test was computed to see the significant difference in the SWB scores between two groups with high and low adjustment. There was a significant difference found between the two groups (t =5.503, p<0.05). Knowledge about wellbeing and adjustment is useful for students, educational institutions and parents. Empirical evidences will be helpful for teachers and professionals to enhance overall wellbeing.

DOIhttps://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2020.15.01.

Effect of Mindfulness on Self-concept, Self-esteem and Growth Mindset: Evidence from Undergraduate Students
by Sweta Saraff, Akanksha Tiwari and Rishipal

Page: 329-340

Abstract: Role of mindfulness is cardinal for students’ holistic growth that is not only limited to education but also for social and emotional development. This paper discusses the importance of mindfulness as an intervention to students in a group. The present study aims to demonstrate the impact of intervention of mindfulness-based approach in developing the positive self-concept, self-esteem and growth mindset in first year college students, divided in three different groups namely control group, treatment group 1 and treatment group 2 respectively. The results found show a significant increase in the self-concept, self-esteem and growth mindset of college students of the treatment group 2 as compared to that of the control group. The efficacy of campus-based training is also discussed.

DOIhttps://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2020.15.01.28

Exploring the Relationship between Hardiness, Perceived Stress, Life Satisfaction and Affect among College Undergraduates by Chirmi Acharya and Varun Sethi

Page: 341-347

Abstract: Hardiness is known as a personality trait that relates to a person’s ability to manage and respond to stressful life events in a healthy way with coping strategies that turn potentially unfortunate circumstances into learning. Hardiness is also a personal attribute commonly look after in the workplace and greatly valued in students of all ages. The tools employed were: Hardiness Scale, Perceived Stress Scale, PANAS and Life satisfaction scale. This study aims to investigate relation of hardiness, perceived stress, positive and negative affect and life satisfaction in 100 college undergraduates. The findings of this study are in line with the available literature that hardiness positively relates with life satisfaction and positive affect and is negatively related to perceived stress and negative affect.

DOIhttps://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2020.15.01.29

Impact of Parental Acceptance-Rejection on Children’s Altruistic Behavior by Asoke Kumar Saha, Mosfika Azad Linte and Parimol Kumar

Page: 349-359

Abstract: The purpose of the present study was to find out the impact of Parental Acceptance- Rejection on Children’s Altruistic Behavior. A total of 200 students were selected purposefully from the urban and rural areas of different schools as participants. Two scales were administered here such as Measurement of Helping Behavior (MHB) Bangla version Enam (1992) was used to measure altruistic behavior of students, and Parental Acceptance-Rejection Questionnaire (PARQ-Mother & Father), short form of child Bangla version Uddin (2011) was used to measure student’s parental acceptancerejection. The obtained data were analyzed by Mean, SD, correlation and stepwise multiple regressions, etc. Results indicated that PARQ Mother and Father both significantly related to altruistic behavior, i.e. parental acceptance-rejection affected students’ altruism behavior. The results showed that PARQ Mother and PARQ Father was the predictor of Altruistic Behavior. Results further indicated that there was a significant difference in altruistic behavior according to gender.

DOIhttps://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2020.15.01.30

Presence of ‘Calling Work Orientation’ among Higher Secondary and College teachers in Mysore by Papia Saraf and C. G. Venkatesha Murthy

Page: 361371

Abstract: There is growing concern regarding the quality of higher education. With growing diversity in the student profile and phenomenal technological advancement, the challenges facing our education system are unprecedented. At the centre of this cauldron of expectation is the teacher. To meet these challenges there is a need for teachers who view teaching not just as job or career, but the very purpose or meaning of their lives. Calling work orientation refers to a focus on enjoyment of fulfilling, socially useful work irrespective of the financial gains. The present study measures the ‘presence of calling work orientation among Higher Secondary, Academic under graduation degree and Professional under graduation degree college teachers. The sample consisted of 565 teachers (85 Higher Secondary, 123 Academic undergraduate degree and 357 Professional undergraduate degree college teachers) from Mysore. The Calling and Vocational Questionnaire (CVQ) by Dik et al (2012) was used to determine the ‘presence of calling’ among these teachers. The results indicated that Professional college degree teachers had the highest incidence of calling orientation. The results showed that there was no significant difference among the 3 groups of teachers in ‘presence of calling’ orientation. The effects of demographic variables such as gender, marital status and years of teaching experience have been explored.

DOIhttps://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2020.15.01.31

Volume 14 (2019)

Volume 14 (2019) Issue 2 , (July-2019 to December-2019)

July-December

Does Spirituality Work as a Buffer in Suicide: A Systematic Review by Freyana Shinde and Rekha Wagani

Page: 249-256

Abstract: This is a review of specific literature on the themes surrounding suicidal ideation and if spirituality can help prevent these ideations among young adults. Suicidal ideation (SI) may be linked to an increased risk of making plans and suicide attempts. The objectives are to determine if spirituality can help in the prevention of these recurring self-harming thoughts. In addition, the lack of national research on suicidal ideations can contribute to the invisibility of the theme when establishing health promotion and treatment programs.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.02.1

Combating Mental Illness: Psychosocial Realities by Meenu Anand

Page: 257-265

Abstract: Living with mental illness poses multifarious challenges to the persons who experience it. They not only face the physiological symptoms but also have to battle various odds in their larger societal relationships as well as in their intimate relationships. The current paper unveils various psychosocial challenges faced by persons with mental illness. It delineates how social stigma excludes them from the mainstream society and systematically blocks them. The paper also recommends few eclectic strategies with respect to respecting human rights of individuals with mental illness and creation of an enabling environment.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.02.2

Impact of REBT Training on the Self Confidence of Confidence of Corporate Sector Employees by Mayurika Das Biswas

Page: 267-273

Abstract: The purpose of this study was to find out if self-confidence of corporate sector employees can be increased to a significant level by introducing the treatment factor which is REBT training. The corporate sector spends millions on training its employees on self-confidence as a part of leadership programs. This study attempted to find out if REBT training can increase self-confidence of the participants. The study involves a repeated measures experimental design; the results indicate that REBT training leads to an increase in self-confidence score of the participants.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.02.3

Connor Davidson Resilience Scale and Flourishing Scale: Translation and Cultural Adaptation in Malayalam language by Aswini S and Amrita Deb

Page: 275-283

Abstract: Research in the area of resilience and flourishing has gained considerable popularity under the influence of the positive psychology (PP) movement. However, several measures that assess these indicators of positive human functioning were developed in English and were intended for use among the English speaking population. In order to use these successfully in other cultural contexts, culturally adaptation of these questionnaires is necessary. This study was conducted to translate and culturally adapt the English versions of the Flourishing Scale (Diener et al., 2010) and Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale (Connor and Davidson, 2003) to Malayalam language following the World Health Organization’s (2016) guidelines. Alpha scores for both measures were considered satisfactory. The applicability of the translated questionnaires for the target population was found to be acceptable. Thus the translated versions may be considered as a contribution towards PP measures.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.02.4

Relationship Satisfaction and Body Image: A Comparative Study between Transgender and Non-transgender Population by Vani Narula, Kavya Ahuja and Prashant Srivastava

Page: 285-294

Abstract: Background: Transgender people experience their gender identification as extraordinary from the intercourse which turned into assigned to them at starting. Aim: The purpose of the study was to compare transgender and non –transgender population on the variables relationship satisfaction and body image. Method: A population of 25 transgender and 25 non-transgender individuals participated in the study for this and were recruited from Delhi NCR. The participants completed a measure of Relationship scale questionnaire and Dresden Body Image questionnaire. Result: The result reveal that there is no significant difference in any variable among transgender population when compared to non- transgender population based on the analysis of data done by using Independent Sample t-test. Conclusion: Efforts to boom body image satisfaction in transgender people are therefore warranted, as it can make contributions to greater high quality of relationship satisfaction.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.02.5

A Journey Back to Home: Reintegrating and Rehabilitating of an Unknown by Upendra Singh, Sweta and Manisha Kiran

Page: 295-302

Abstract: During the stay at the psychiatric hospital patients are on medication and are involved in rehabilitation program. However, individuals with psychiatric disorders face stigma, discrimination and unemployment when they are discharged from hospital. Thus, reintegration of psychiatric patient becomes important for the treating team. Thus, the study aimed at rehabilitating and reintegrating an unidentified individual diagnosed with psychiatric disorder admitted to psychiatric hospital. As a result with the help of treating team and local resources (police, village leader) rehabilitation was accomplished in community. Hence, regular attempt and positive attitude of helping hands can reduce reintegration challenges for persons with mental illness.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.02.6

Catatonic Schizophrenia a Rare and Curious Disease: A Clinical Case Study by Arzu Ahlawat, Prashant Srivastava and Savita Chahal

Page: 303-310

Abstract: Catatonic schizophrenia is a subtype of schizophrenia that includes extremes of behavior. At one end of the extreme the patient cannot speak, move or respond and there is a dramatic reduction in activity. The present study aims to explore the course of catatonic schizophrenia and to assess the effectiveness of catatonicschizophrenia management in alleviating the symptoms associated with catatonic schizophrenia and to improve the client’s overall functioning. Research design followed is Case study. This study was carried out in Karnal at KCGMC and 35 years old unmarried male was included. The treatment plan was formulated according to psychotherapeutic management in which different techniques were utilized to improve the client’s associated schizophrenic behavior and his beliefs. Findings of the assessment showed a significant change in overall functioning. Psychosocial management techniques successfully changed his dysfunctional beliefs and remarkably improved his overall functioning. On the basis of the results shown in the report, it can be determined that psychosocial management is an effective approach to treat catatonic schizophrenia.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.02.7

Development of Mysore Triguna Scale–Short by Shilpa Datar and C.G. Venkatesha Murthy

Page: 311-318

Abstract: The authors have developed the Mysore Triguna Psychological Personality Assessment Scale and published it in 2012. This scale assesses the Trigunas, namely Sattva, Rajas and Tamas and their combinations in people. This scale is being used to assess and understand personality in different areas. The authors are not from the domain of Ayurveda or Philosophy but are from the domain of Psychology. There are some constructs that are not amenable for psychological testing which have been ignored in the original scale. The original scale had 63 MCQ type of questions. Since it is long, and is online, there was a need to develop a shorter version of the scale for limited use and for application in research areas where online use may not be possible. Hence a shorter version of the original scale was developed with just 15 MCQ type of questions selected from the original 51 questions through rigorous empirical and statistical analysis. The present paper describes the methodology and the results of the same.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.02.8

Attention Profiles of Young and Middle Aged Adults: A Comparative Study by Susmita Halder, Shreya Manot and Akshat Chowdhury

Page: 319-326

Abstract: Attention is the ability to focus selectively on a stimulus, sustaining that focus and shifting it as well. Attentional processes serve various functions in the organization of our perceptions and other cognitive functions. Between 3% and 6% of the adult population have symptoms of Attention Deficit Disorder that interfere to some degree with their day to-day vocational, social, and family functioning. Detecting attention problems in adults is particularly important because people with it may have poor psychosocial outcomes including higher rates of school failure, incarceration, work instability, and substance abuse and higher levels of comorbid psychiatric disorders. Thus the investigation purports to find out the attention profile of young adults and middle aged adults. The present study is cross sectional and included 100 individuals, divided into two subgroups of young (18 – 25 years) and middle aged (36 – 45 years) adults. Neuropsychological tests were administered to find out the attention profile of both the groups. Results indicated that the middle aged adults group performed significantly better than the young adults group with respect to digit symbol substitution test and digit vigilance test, while the young adults group performed significantly better on the digit span test as compared to the middle aged adults group. Thus it can be concluded that there tends to significant difference in the attention profiles of young adults and middle aged adults.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.02.9

Relationship between Mindfulness and Psychological Wellbeing of Youth Engaged in Fitness Activity by Vaishali Bendre

Page: 327-334

Abstract: Mindfulness is the most powerful tool to live a healthy life. Research has shown that practicing mindful behaviour daily can result in long term mental and physical benefits. The current study examined the relationship between mindfulness and psychological wellbeing of youth engaged in some sort of physical fitness activity. 289 students between age range of 18 to 23 years participated in the study. The findings of the study indicate that there is positive correlation between mindfulness and psychological wellbeing. The simple linear regression analysis showed that mindfulness significantly predicts psychological wellbeing of the youth. Findings have implications for promoting mindfulness among youth.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.02.10

Eat Well : Smart Intervention Plan for Buimia in the Indian Context by Pallavi Rajankar and Sairaj Milind Patki

Page: 335-344

Abstract: There has been an increase in the incidence of eating disorders worldwide in recent times, particularly among the cohort of adolescent girls. It is known that psychological factors of shame and guilt associated with binging and purging are often seen in individuals with bulimia. These cognitions could also cause the individual to refrain from seeking one-on-one professional help. Given the Indian sociological context, virtual intervention in the form of online counselling and other such platforms may prove to be a direct, confidential and affordable solution, in comparison to traditional one-on-one counselling. This paper thus discusses the idea and design for a phone app – ‘Eat Well’ targeted specifically to help individuals with bulimia, in a manner that would be relevant to the Indian context.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.02.11

A Comparative study on the Night Shift and Day Shift Employees engaged in Industrial and Service Organisation in terms of Job Satisfaction and Psychological Well Being by Malabika Tripathi

Page: 345-352

Abstract: Scheduling of work is undoubtedly a major problem in all developed as well as in developing nations. To ensure round the clock services 24*7 work culture is being practiced. This work culture involves working in unconventional hours which is contradictory to the human natural circadian cycle. Researches have already proved that working in night or in rotating shift has much negative effect on employee’s psychological and physical health resulting in dissatisfaction at various realms of life. This study aims to investigate and compare the impact of night shift work on job satisfaction and psychological well being of employees engaged in industrial and service organization. Obtained results indicated that employees of night shift have less job satisfaction and psychological well being compared to day shift employees at both organizations. It was also revealed that service sector employees experiences more job satisfaction and psychological wellbeing compared to the employees of industrial organization. The findings are in line with the existing research of the same field.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.02.12

Experiences from the Ground: Narrative of a Woman Marine Soldier by Shilpi Nanglu and Sonam Chandhok

Page: 353-361

Abstract: Women’s entry in military is resisted as it stands in dissonance to the socially constructed gender roles. Therefore, women serving in the military face various challenges that emerge from the social construction of gender and related norms. The current study uses narrative inquiry aims to explicate the experiences of deployed female soldiers and examine the challenges faced by them by analyzing a first person narrative account of a former female Marine officer. The analysis reflects various challenges faced by women in the military and highlights the need for cultivating gender sensitivity for facilitating inclusion and acceptance of women in the military.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.02.13

Personality as Mediator Between Catastrophic Misinterpretation and Metacognitive Beliefs by Shivangi Agrawal

Page: 363-375

Abstract: Effective monitoring and control over one’s thinking for effective metacognition, is a central component to many cognitive tasks (Willingham, 2007). Researches showed positive relationship between metacognitive beliefs and Catastrophic misinterpretations which can be defined as ruminating about irrational worst-case outcomes variables that affect implementation of cognitive strategies but deficient work about personality type that have a central role in forming misinterpreted beliefs. This study aimed to explore and clarify the relationship between personality traits, and catastrophic thinking and metacognitive control in a non-clinical sample by using convenience based purposive sampling method. 100 higher studies students both male and female of age ranging from 18 years to 24 years were participants of the studied. Subjects of study completed a battery of standardized questionnaires (MCQ-20, PCS, BFI). Findings showed that the effect on metacognition and catastrophizing was explained by the proposed interaction with personality and appears to be an important factor in the relationship and would have important implications for existing models and treatment.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.02.14

Consumer Behavior in Online Shopping: What they think before they buy by Vishal Tushar Rajani and Preeti Nakhat

Page: 377-384

Abstract: This paper extends the light on the consumers’ behavior while shopping online. Consumer behavior deals with the study in individuals’ behavior of purchasing goods or services. Online shopping is the action of purchasing goods online over the internet. The purpose of this research was to find what customers thought when browsing through different products. A qualitative research method was used to analyze the data of the interviews which included 15 sample subjects from each age groups of 15-18, 18-21, 21-23, and 23-25. A list containing 31 questions was prepared for gathering the data. Age group 23-25 were committed to a full-time job. Major findings include, purchasing habits have to do with previous experiences, e-commerce sites are used for looking out the latest trends, and no one read the return policy before their purchases. Such other findings will also help marketing stakeholders improve their tactics in luring the customers over the internet. Although this research has brought fruitful outcome, there is a scope of quantitative analysis on the same research topic, like, the ratio of male to female, the percentage of people willing to pay more for faster delivery, and so on.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.02.15

Attitude of Individuals with and without Family History of Mental Illness by Aastha Madan, Prashant Srivastava and Savita Chahal

Page: 385-392

Abstract: Community’s perception of mental health varies across the culture, and there are various myths and beliefs regarding mental health. Aims: The present study aimed to describe and compare the attitude of individuals with and without family history of mental illness. The sample were purposively comprised of 60 subjects who were further divided into 30 individuals with family history of mental illness and 30 individuals without family history of mental illness. They were further interviewed using the Community Attitude towards Mental Illness. Result suggests that authoritarianism was found more with family history of mental illness than other counterpart, which suggests that Individuals with family history of mental illness were more authoritarian than individuals without family history of mental illness.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.02.16

Academic Motivation and Adjustment as Predictors of Academic Achievement Among Adolescents by Krishna Rao Gangolu

Page: 393-402

Abstract: Much research has engaged participants who are early adolescents or tertiary students and there are few studies focusing on students during late adolescence. As an innate phenomenon, motivation is influenced by four factors of context (environment and external stimuli), temper (the internal condition of an organism), goal (goal of behavior, purpose and inclination) and instruments (instruments for achieving the goal). In order to achieve their goals, needs and instincts, human beings acquire the sufficient motivation. Particularly with respect to students, motivation for academic achievement is of great importance. By such motivation people are stimulated to successfully complete an assignment, achieving a goal or a degree of qualification in their professions.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.02.17

Global Scenario of Women’s Career Aspirations: A Literature Review by URMILA SADOLIKAR

Page: 403-410

Abstract: World is changing fast. Due to digital development new career avenues are emerging. People could get wide range of opportunities from any field of interest. Present situation is favorable for personal development which will further result in national development. On the contrary, socialization process in family still promotes gender discrimination. This becomes major obstacle especially in girls’ career development process. Unfortunately women’s life never be oriented towards career. Thus, women have low career aspiration. More or less it is a global scenario. Much awareness programs from grass root level are required. Community participation could play a major role in developing career aspirations among women. Presently India started multidimentional efforts for women empowerment. Developing career aspirations among women is crucial. Hence attention towards this issue is required at priority level.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.02.18

Almost Depression among Teens and Young Adults by Yashvi Italiya and Preeti Nakhat

Page: 411-418

Abstract: The aim of this research was to find the ratio of teens and young adults who are Almost Depressed. This age group was chosen because Almost Depression is very common and mostly it is ignored considering normal hormonal changes during this span of life. The paper focuses mostly on the main symptoms and it also differentiates Persistent Depressive Disorder also known as Almost Depression from Major Depressive Disorder. We used survey method for our study. There were a total of 576 participants. There were 36 questions asked to the participants with options and the last question being open ended. The analysis states that there are around 64.32% participants who are Almost Depressed. The research brought the end conclusion that even though people pretend to be happy and give a smile, most of them are going through a certain amount or beginning to fall into the trap of Almost Depression. Even though there are lot of professionals to help, the patients do not seek their help due

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.02.19

Behavioural Safety Implementation Roadmap for Corporates by Kaila Harbans Lal

Page: 419-429

Abstract: Indian corporates are one hundred percent safe as per their safety documents and records, but quite lacking in behavior which is the root-cause of all incidents. Hence their safety certifications and awards are questionable, as well as the certification agencies also need to contemplate over this. The major thrust of this article is to bring forth the brief reporting of Indian organizations that focused a shift towards an interdependent safety culture having implemented behavioral safety approach during 2019, so that behavioural safety aspects can be incorporated and emphasized by the corporates and concerned agencies.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.02.20

Enhancing Positive Mental Health among Adolescents: Role of Yoga by DEBJANI MUKHERJEE

Page: 431-443

Abstract: Yoga, an ancient Hindu practice, is considered a mind-body type of complementary and alternative medicine practice. In this study, adolescent students are first clinically interviewed to diagnose if they had lingering traces of childhood trauma. They were then Pre-tested on different dimensions of emotional maturity like emotional instability, emotional regression, social maladjustment, Personality disintegration and lack of independence. The adolescents were made to do yogic and breathing exercises. After this post-tests were done on the adolescents. The results of the pre and post therapy were correlated. This analysis showcased the huge impact of yogic interventions.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.02.21

Mental Health and Physical Health of People Living in Different Crowding Areas of Dhaka City by Asoke Kumar Saha and Md. Mahbubur Rahman

Page: 445-453

Abstract: The present study investigated the impacts of physical and mental health on people living in different crowding areas in Dhaka city. The objectives of the study were to find out whether there is any difference in health status among people in overcrowding and less crowding areas. 100 people were selected from 8 places in Dhaka city as sample. Two instruments were used to collect data i.e. one is physical health scale and others is mental health scale. Both are written in Bangla. The main impact of physical and mental health was found among people living in different crowding area. It has been also found that respondents of physical and mental health are highly negative correlated with people loving with overcrowding areas. No significant difference in mental and physical health between people living in overcrowding versus less crowding areas in Dhaka city. But mean difference in mental and physical health was found among less crowding and overcrowding areas people living in Dhaka city.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.02.22

Volume 14 (2019) Issue 1 , (January-2019 to June-2019)

Jan-Jun

Personality Profile of Alcohol Dependence Syndrome Using Rorschach Exner’s Comprehensive System by Suresh Kumar, M., Rajeev Kumar. N and Sarath S. S.

Page: 1-14

Abstract: Personality of addictions received much attention with in conclusive results. Present study is an attempt to fill this gap using a projective test. A 50 ADS patients and demographic characteristics matched control subjects recruited. Administered Demographic proforma, MAST, GHQ-12 and Rorschach Ink-blot tests (RCS). On analysis it is found more than the half of the Rorschach variables differ between groups. A poor control over stress with poor affect and self-perception pointing towards addiction. Analysis also gave much information regarding alcohol personality dynamics such as their poor coping ability, self-perception, affective regulation etc.

DOI No.: https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.01.1

Ethical and Legal Constraints in Psychotherapy by Prachi Sanghvi and Smita Pandey

Page: 15-22

Abstract: Ethics are codes of conduct regulating an individual or a profession. Ethical issues that occur from time to time are often complicated, multidimensional and do not have definite solutions at all times. The areas in which clinical psychologists face ethical and legal challenges today include professional competence, informed consent, confidentiality, boundary issues, psychometry, e-therapy, termination, documentation, research ethics and forensic participation. To enhance ethical behaviour, a system needs to be developed by which therapists can be held answerable for their actions. They must have knowledge of ethical guidelines and incorporate it into routine practice.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.01.2

Psychosocial Problems of Children with Intellectual Disability: A Brief Overview by Pradeep Kumar, Rishi Panday and Aishwarya

Page: 23-29

Abstract: Parenting style of intellectual disable (ID) children is more challenging in comparison to normal children. Parents’ attitude to dealing with children and level of parenting stress is different because parents of mentally retarded children face more complexity in life and difficulty regarding rearing of a child and face different type of psycho-social problem. Aim of the study is to provide information and aware the parents of children with ID for enhancing quality of life as well as their positive mental health. Methodology used is Literature search of both electronic databases including PubMed and manual searches. Conclusion is that the professionals can help the parents to cope with the crisis by behavior modification technics, examining the resources of the Family, including role structure, emotional and financial stability and can help them to deal effectively with the situation.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.01.3

A Comparative Study of Beliefs and Attitude towards Menstruation among Urban and Rural Postmenarcheal Adolescent Girls of Delhi NCR by Kavita Gupta, Ashok Kumar Patel and Shraddhesh Kumar Tiwari

Page: 31-40

Abstract: In Indian Society, Menstruation is considered as a myth and taboo due to which restrictions are being imposed on them in their family leading to negative attitude towards menstruation. In view of the importance of beliefs & attitude towards menstruation, the present study was undertaken in Delhi NCR with an aim to assess the effect of socio-economic demographics on menstrual beliefs and attitude among 200 (100 urban; 100 rural) school going Postmenarcheal adolescent girls in the age group of 13 to 18 years studying in class 9th to 12th by administering Postmenarcheal Adolescent Menstruation Attitude Questionnaire (AMAQ). As a result, it was observed that there existed a significant difference in menstrual beliefs and attitude, mother’s educational level and occupation status, and family type and socio-economic status of family of urban and rural Postmenarcheal adolescent girls with p < 0.05.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.01.4

Personality as a Predictor of Risky Driving Behaviour by Indrajeet J. Bhosale and Jayasankara Reddy

Page: 41-51

Abstract: Driving in India has become a skilful activity in which one can’t neither correlate nor predict the other driver’s significance. The purpose of this study was to identify whether personality played a role in predicting a person’s aggressive thoughts while driving which may result in risky driving behaviour. The short version of NEO Inventory-3 was used to assess the personality traits (McCrae, Costa, Jr, & Martin, 2005) and Deffenbacher Driver’s Angry thoughts questionnaire to measure risky driving behaviour. A total of 120 samples were collected from Pune and Bangalore. The results showed that Extraversion was an important predictor of risky driving behaviour (β = -.238) and also a good predictor for Pejorative labelling and Verbal Aggressive Thinking (β = -.252). Also males were found to have more aggressive thoughts, and thus engaged more in risky driving behaviour than females. Implications of the results and directions for future research are discussed.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.01.5

Cognitive Behavior Therapy in Management of Psychosocial Factors in Female Infertility by Megha Choudhary and Susmita Halder

Page: 53-62

Abstract: Infertility is one of leading cause of distress in couples and can be caused by difficulties in either or both the spouse. However, along with the physical changes individual’s psychosocial parameters are affected as well. Studies have shown denial, anger, depression, anxiety, loss of control, guilt, low self-esteem, marital discord, interpersonal difficulties, and sexual dysfunction occur in association in majority of infertility cases which impact the mental health of individuals more than the primary cause itself. Thus, the aim of this study is to reduce the impact of these associated symptoms and improving overall well-being of individuals. In this study two female cases with infertility and associated symptoms were included and a psychotherapeutic package including therapeutic assessment, CBT, psychoeducation, supportive psychotherapy, assertiveness training and spouse counseling was done over span of 12 sessions. CBT helped in identification of cognitive errors, negative automatic thoughts and faulty core beliefs and techniques like thought challenging, explanation of cognitive triad, along with behavioral experiments and relaxation techniques showed improvement in interpersonal difficulties, self-perception, affective stability, improved marital and sexual intimacy, and higher acceptance of male causes of infertility. Thereby making it essential to incorporate psychological treatment modules for medical conditions such as infertility as well.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.01.6

Adjustment and Parental Involvement as Predictors of Academic Achievement of Adolescents by Krishna Rao Gangolu

Page: 63-72

Abstract: Research in the past has demonstrated that high school students are in a distinct phase of life. From Literature it is a period of 13-19 years of an individual’s life. It is a period of stress and storm and also rapid social expansion. These stages are a period of storm and stress and identify formation. Some causes of ineffective study that consequent to poor Academic achievement in high school students. Student performance is well done if the parents involvement is good. Students will be able to achieve personal adjustment.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.01.7

A Study on the Relationship between Emotional Intelligence and Creativity of the Undergraduate Students in Kolkata by Malabika Tripathi

Page: 73-80

Abstract: This research aims to understand the nature of emotional intelligence (EI) in undergraduate students with respect to the five domains of Self Awareness, Self- Regulation, Motivation, Social Awareness, and Social Skills, to analyze the significance of the relationship between emotional intelligence and creativity of the sample and gender wise difference with respect to emotional intelligence and creativity. The sample was selected using the convenient sampling method. Torrance’s test of Creativity and Singh’s Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire were administered on 100 undergraduate students enrolled in various courses across Kolkata. Obtained data were analyzed, the results indicated that there exists a significant relationship between emotional intelligence and creativity among undergraduate students in Kolkata. The mean difference between males and females regarding emotional intelligence and creativity was found to be non-significant.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.01.8

Journey of Behaviour Based Safety in India: An overview by Harbans Lal Kaila

Page: 81-94

Abstract: Indian safety culture suffers between the choices of compliance and compromise. The journey of safety cultural mindset assessments and management has not been smooth rather painful for the safety officers as well as the companies employing them, as the focus was not on the human behaviour that is the root cause of almost all incidents and accidents harming both the people and the business. This article is an update about how the behavioral based safety approach developed in Indian organizations, in brief, a description about the journey of BBS in India. The results of a few organizations are described that implemented BBS and found the transformation in order to achieve a level up towards their zero-harm culture. Corporate Insights would helporganizations attaining mission of zero-harm.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.01.9

De-institutionalization and Community Reintegration of Homeless Mentally ill: A Retrospective Study by Pradeep Kumar, Vikash Ranjan Sharma, Ajeet Nagar, Amit Soni and Rajiv Gupta

Page: 95-102

Abstract: Homeless mentally ill (HMI) people are a major social and public health concern worldwide. HMI people also represent a unique problem in developing countries like India in the context of treatment, medico-legal & rehabilitation issue. The Deinstitutionalization and their Community reintegration has not much research been carried out. The aim of study was to study process of De-institutionalization and reintegration of the HMI into the community. This is retrospective review of case record file of HMI people, who were admitted at the State Institute of Mental Health, Rohtak, Haryana from the period of Jan 2014 to August 2018. The process of community reiteration was carried out by four (4) steps: (i) Enrollment for Aadhar Card (ii) Applied unstructured In-depth interview techniques using regional language for gathering qualitative information (III) Application of information communication technology like, multimedia, Google map, mobile phone, internet etc., for trace out their address (iv) Communication with local police, Zila Parishad and Gram Panchayat to reach the family members. Forty Six HMI people were admitted in the Institute in last 4 years, out of which 31 (69%) were reintegrated into the community, 23 (50%) were reintegrated into the family residing in different states of the country (India) & 8 (17%) were shifted to the government/non-governmental organizations. Primary health and support for HMI is a major public policy challenge. The findings of the study show some strategies, which can help to reintegrate these people into the community. The process of reintegration of these into the community is a difficult task; we have planned to involve various stages, which helped us to reintegrate these people into the community.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.01.10

Impact of Eve Teasing on Men and Women in Bangalore: A Phenomenological Exploration by Aakansha Varghese and Neha Parashar

Page: 103-111

Abstract: In India, the word sexual harassment is used as an umbrella term for any harassment be it physical or verbal harassment (‘eve teasing’ or ‘Street harassment’). This study aims to determine the impact eve teasing has on Men and Women in Bangalore, who undergo this experience directly or indirectly. Men too go through sexual harassment on the streets and this study throws light on those issues including women’s struggles. The qualitative study was done with 10 participants with the help of semi- structured interview. Thematic analysis was chosen for the analysis of the study.

DOI No. https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.01.11

A Comparative Study of Personality, Stress and Coping in Females with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Normal Healthy Females by Chilka Mukherjee and. Ushri Banerjee

Page: 113-122

Abstract: The present study investigated whether there is any difference between females with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and normal healthy females with respect to their personality, stress and coping. A set of questionnaires consisting of a detailed information schedule, General Health Questionnaire (GHQ-28), Neo Five Factor Inventory, Daily Hassles Checklist and Ways of Coping Questionnaire were administered to 32 females with PCOS and 32 normal healthy females (n=64). The mean GHQ score of the PCOS group (6.75) was found to be higher than that of the normal group (2.53) indicating greater general well-being amongst the control group as compared with the PCOS group.No significant difference was found between the two groups with respect to their personality, stress and coping. However, the mean Neuroticism score of the PCOS group fell in the ‘High’ range whereas that of the normal group fell in the ‘Average’ range. The mean daily hassles score was higher in the PCOS group and their mean scores of active as well as passive coping indicate that they use both types of coping strategies to a greater extent than the normal group.There is no significant difference between females with PCOS and normal healthy females with respect to their personality, stress and coping.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.01.12

Gender Differences in Visual Scanning, Response Speed and Sustained Attention by Farisha. A.T.P, Rasha Salam, Nidha Nourin and Nida Fathima

Page: 123-131

Abstract: Psychology of gender is a significant field that has attracted a number of researchers. It was evidence based that there is gender difference in various dimensions like behaviour, emotions, cognition etc. Although a number of researches have been done in these areas, gender difference in the miniscule aspects of cognitive ability has not received much attention. Moreover, it doesn’t need substantiation that cognitive abilities strongly determine our performance and achievements. The present study considers three basic elements of cognitive abilities, namely visual scanning ability, response speed and sustained attention and tries to identify the gender difference in these cognitive skills among a sample of 53 graduate students in Kannur district (male = 23 and female= 30). Man-whitney U test was used to analyze the data as the data doesn’t fulfills the normal distribution criteria. Result shows that there is significant difference in two tasks whereas there is no difference in 3 tasks between males and females. This difference can be generalized after further research with a larger sample and wherein

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.01.13

Career Decisiveness of Indian College Going Students – A Psychosocial Study by Preeti Nakhat and Neeta Sinha

Page: 133-140

Abstract: Career plays an indispensable role in shaping one’s outlook to life. It is important for the students to know the career opportunities. With the aim to comprehend career certainty of college students, a study was conducted. Survey research method was employed and the tool used was “Career decision scale” by Samuel H. Osipow. The study included 197 college students. Statistical analysis of the data collected was done using SPSS software and Microsoft excel. The results showed a weak negative correlation between parents’ income and career decisiveness whereas a weak positive correlation between number of siblings and career decisiveness.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.01.14

Impact of Dressing and Make Up in Girls by Thiyam Kiran Singh, C.S. Gautam, Ishita Roy Chowdhury, Samiksha Manchanda and Pooja Sharma

Page: 141-148

Abstract: The sample consisted of 60 girls in the age range of 16 to 35 belonging to urban and rural areas in Chandigarh. For the purpose of the study, a semi structure questionnaire was prepared in Likert scale form. The questions were related to various aspects regarding dressing and makeup. The results showed statistically significant difference between the two groups with regards to reason of preference, time spent on make-up, money invested in makeup, happy if praised by other, feel insulted if praised by others, boyfriend, and financial support from boyfriend.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.01.15

Psychological Management of Anxiety in Post-Haemorrhoids Surgery by Prachi Sanghvi and Biswajit Dey

Page: 149-155

Abstract: Haemorrhoids are the most common disorders of anus and rectum. The pain and discomfort associated with these problems give rise to psychological and emotional disturbances in the patients. For many, surgery itself is considered to be a critical life event. They may experience substantial amount of anxiety during hospitalization for surgery and they develop various psychological complications at post surgery period also. The associated anxiety and other negative mood states have effects on their interpersonal relationships, psychosocial functioning and overall their quality of life. This case study reports the utility of cognitive behaviour therapy as a psychological intervention in the management of anxiety in post-haemorrhoids surgery. The use of psychological intervention was found to be effective in reduction of anxiety, amelioration of symptoms and improved the related functioning of the patient.

DOI No.: https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.01.16

Coping Strategies Among Undergraduate Students of Darbhanga, Bihar by Ranjana Singh

Page: 157-162

Abstract: This study was conducted to explore the difference in use of coping strategies undergraduate students (Boys and Girls) of Darbhanga district of Bihar. 300college students (150 male/150 female) Participants were approached conveniently from different colleges of Darbhanga region. Coping scale of Singh and Ghosh (2004) was used. Findings indicated that there were significant differencesin the use of coping strategies among male and female students in different dimensions of coping.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.01.17

Effectiveness of Pranic Healing on Mental Health by Suprabha Srivastava, Ashok Kumar Patel, Shraddhesh Kumar Tiwari and Kavita Gupta

Page: 163-168

Abstract: It has been acknowledged that various complementary and alternative therapies are commonly used in community settings in India. Pranic therapy is a seminal and ground breaking work that attempts to bridge the gap between the mind, the physical body, and the human energy system by using the Principle of Self-Recovery and Life Force. The present study was designed to investigate the effect of Pranic Healing Therapy on mental health. 42 female undergraduate students of Dev Sanskriti University, Haridwar (Uttarakhand) actively participated in Pranic Healing Therapy. Mental health scale (Sharma, 1996) was administered in pre and post study (gap duration of one month). The findings of the study reveal that pranic healing therapy has a significant effect on mental health.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.01.18

Professional view of ASD Children and Parent by Disha Shah

Page: 169-179

Abstract: Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) is now increasingly being recognized in India. However, little is known about the challenges of professional working with a child with ASD. This research is aimed to describe the various feelings of a therapist about the ASD child and their parents. The factors that discourage parents to discontinue therapies. Total 47 professional (Psychologist, special educator, occupational therapist, speech therapist) were asked for their pinions/treatment strategies on how they manage a child with ASD. The key findings suggest that psychological counselling for parents is required at least every month. The home program should be practised and shared among the parents. Professionals also feel that parents are inconsistent in their approach towards the therapy.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.01.19

In group and Out group Perceived Discrimination in Students of different Social Categories by Shraddhesh Kumar Tiwari and Dhananjay Kumar

Page: 181-190

Abstract: The aim of the study was to explore the effect of social categories discrimination treatment on in group and out group perceived discrimination. Discrimination behavior is a prejudicial treatment of individual based on his/her membership or perceived membership in certain group or category (Correll et al., 2010). 360 participants (120 general category, 120 other backward category and 120 scheduled caste/scheduled tribe category) were participated. This research paper is a part of post doctoral research project. Perceived discrimination data was used in this research paper. One way repeated measure ANOVA and one way between group ANOVA were utilized. It was found that in group members reported lower level of perceived discrimination than out group members. Scheduled caste/scheduled tribe category members reported highest score on general category discrimination treatment. Each social category discrimination treatment effect was perceived by three social categories. Category effect in perceived discrimination was found significant for general category and scheduled caste/scheduled tribe category discrimination treatment. Between group effect of perceived discrimination in three social categories was found significant for general and other backward category discrimination treatment but not for scheduled caste/scheduled tribe categories discrimination treatment.

DOI No.: https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.01.20

Psychosocial Aspects of Parents having Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder with and without Co-Morbid Conditions by Vani Narula and Prashant Srivastava

Page: 191-199

Abstract: Having a child with developmental or psychological problems is always stressful for their parents who are taking care of them, even when the child is a grown up person, which would cause a constant incompatibility of parents with their child’s disability. These parents, other than bearing financial pressures, are always facing emotional pressures such as feeling ashamed or feeling guilty, poor quality of life. This paper was aimed to compare the psychosocial aspects among parents having children with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) with and without co-morbid conditions. 60 Samples (30 parents having children with ASD with co-morbid conditions and 30 parents having children with ASD without Co-morbid conditions) were included who were qualified the inclusion and exclusion criteria based on Purposive Sampling technique. In present study hospital based cross sectional design was used and they were evaluated on Perceived Stress Scale and WHOQOL-BREF. The result revealed that there were significant differences found in Psychosocial aspects of parents having children with ASD with and without Co-Morbid Conditions. Result suggests that high stress and poor quality of life was found among parents having children with ASD with co-morbid conditions as compared to parents having children with ASD without co-morbid conditions.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.01.21

The Relationship between Social Skills and Perceived Smartphone Usage by Rageshwari Munderia and Rajbala Singh

Page: 201-210

Abstract: Social skills play an instrumental role in individuals’ life. It helps individuals to communicate and maintain social relationships. Presently, smartphone has completely changed the mode of social communication, and social skills may play a crucial role in this regard. Thus, the aim of the present study is to investigate the relationship between social skills and perceived smartphone usage (both positive and negative usage). The perceived negative usage of smartphone has been assessed in terms of smartphone addiction. Sample of the present study comprised of (n=509) adult participants. Pearson’s product moment correlation (r) and multiple regression was employed to assess the relationship between proposed variables. Findings of the study demonstrated that social skills were significantly related with both perceived positive usage of smartphone and smartphone addiction. Social expressivity and emotional control emerged as significant predictors for both positive usage of smartphone and smartphone addiction. The findings of the study may have important implications for bringing awareness among the individuals regarding the role of social skills for effective usage of smartphone as well as for future researches in this direction.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.01.22

Youth Violence: A Discrepancy between Police Personnel and Youth by Suresh Kumar and Sapna Yadav

Page: 211-222

Abstract: The study explores the discrepancy between the perception of police personnel and youth perceived analysis of factors that cause aggression and violence among youths. In view of the aim of study a data were collected from 94 police personnel and 94 youths by using youth aggression and violence checklist developed by the researcher. Post Hoc multiple comparisons analysis shows a significant difference between perception of police personnel and youths about violence antecedents on the issue of gender discrimination (t=.87, p<.001), lack of freedom (t=.82, p<.01), and physical punishment (t=.55, p<.05) in determining youth violence. The present study also indicates the difference between the perception of male and female regarding human right violation as one of the factor of youth violence. In the factor analysis, six factors (accounted 62.48 percent of variance) such as antisocial behavior, trivial information overload, unorganized resources, social evils, vulnerable disposition, and situational factors emerge to define the youth violence. These findings of the study could help security forces to understand the perspective of youth and to design preventive strategies at policy making level to manage and control the youth violence.

DOI No.: https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.01.23

Excessive Social Media use and its association with Depression and Rumination in an Indian Young Adult Population: A Mediation Model by Romita Mitra and Madhavi Rangaswamy

Page: 223-231

Abstract: Social media related research has explored a plethora of issues about wellbeing. Studies from the west have shown that there is a significant relationship between social media use, depression and that increased usage can be a risk factor for developing symptoms of depression. The present study examines the relationship between social media overuse, depression and rumination in a sample of young adults. Data was collected from 264 participants. The results revealed a significant positive correlation. Mediation analysis revealed that rumination mediated the relationship between social media addiction and depression.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.01.24

Moral Compass, Positive and Negative Affect as Factors of Grit and Zest Among Students by Shivangi Agrawal and Nadeem Luqman

Page: 233-243

Abstract: The present investigation is to examine the way in which morality, positive affect and negative affect plays a necessary and integral role in intuitive moral responses, reflective judgments and as factor of grit and zest. For this 240 participants of first and final year undergraduate and post graduate students both male and female were recruited from age range between 18- 25 years. Standardized tools were used for data collection for the respective variables. The qualitative and quantitative methods were used to collect and analyze the collected data. However, thoughts distortions, judgment and more reflective thought processes likewise play a crucial role, and in fact are inseparable from affective processes. Hence, the variable proved to be having a serviceable impact on grit and zest of the students in various aspects.

DOI No. : https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2019.14.01.25

Book Review:
Psychology of Bureaucrats - Dr. P K Agarwal, IAS; Parvez Dewan, IAS, By Vipin K Chilana

Page: 245-247

Volume 13 (2018)

Volume 13 (2018) Issue 2 , (July-2018 to December-2018)

Jul-Dec

Personality, Gender and Motives for Listening to Music by Uma Gupta

Page: 255-273

Abstract: The present investigation aimed to explore motives for listening to music as a function of established personality dimensions (extraversion and neuroticism) and gender. Male and female postgraduate students who had high and low scores on the personality variables acted as participants. The dependent variables were the measures of music listening motives. The motives of music listening, included in the study, were: emotional use, cognitive use, background use, social reward, mood regulation, positive refocusing, refocus on planning and positive reappraisal; the last three motives being the specific facets of the cognitive use. Results suggest that individual differences in personality and gender substantially determine people’s motives for listening to music. DOI:

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.02.1

Effect of Maternal Depression on Adolescents Self-Esteem and Academic Achievement by ASOKE KUMAR SAHA AND M. N. TAMANNA

Page: 275-285

Abstract: The present study was designed to see the effect of maternal depression on adolescents’ self-esteem and academic achievement. Total pair of 200 mothers and adolescents was selected purposively from Dhaka city. The measuring instruments used in this study were: (1) Bangla version of Depression Scale (Uddin & Rahman, 2005) and (2) Bangla version of Self-esteem Scale (Ilyas, Q. S. M. 2003). Results are obtained through regression. The findings of the study indicate that there is a significant effect of maternal depression on adolescents’ self-esteem (= -0.176, p<0.05) and academic achievement (= -0.197, p<0.01), and there is a significant negative correlation of maternal depression with adolescents’ self-esteem and academic achievement. These findings indicate that an increase of maternal depression causes decrease of adolescents’ self-esteem and academic achievement. The results further indicate that there is a significant effect of adolescents’ self esteem on their academic achievement (= 0.357, p<0.001), and there is a significant positive correlation between them. DOI:

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.02.2

Role of Father versus Mother in self-esteem of Adolescence by REKHA WAGANI

Page: 287-296

Abstract: Parental nurturance is crucial and plays critical role in mental health of individual in later life. Both paternal and maternal, involvement during childhood has its implications; however areas where both parents involve can be varying culture to culture. The present study is sought out to examine the relationship with father and mother with self-esteem of adolescence. For this purpose a total of 76 college students (both boys and girls) with a mean age of 19.5 years participated in the study. Three measures were given to all participants for global self-esteem (Rosenberg Self Esteem Scale), Multidimensional Self-Esteem (Robson’s Self Concept Scale) and Relationship with father and mother separately (Parent Child Relationship Questionnaire). Gender differences were seen using t statistics. Relationship with both the parents and self-esteem was checked using bivariate correlation. Results showed (t statistics) no differences for gender and nuclear versus joint family structures in self-esteem. Relationship with father was not found significant in both the gender however; relationship with mother differed in boys and girls significantly. Bivariate analysis showed different pattern of relationship with both the parents. A mediation analysis also showed partial mediation of domain specific self-esteem between global self-esteem and relationship with father. The results supported the cultural specific role of both parents. The implications of the results have been discussed in detail in the article. DOI:

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.02.3

Grief and Bereavement in Infertility and Involuntary Childlessness by JAMES AND SINGH

Page: 297-305

Abstract: Childlessness from infertility has been known to affect one in twenty couples from various studies conducted world over. Research studies have identified impacts on infertility on such couples. One of the impacts identified was the effect of grief and process of bereavement commonly seen. This paper is a study about grief among involuntarily childless married couples; to assess narratives from infertile couples receiving treatment for infertility about grief due to childlessness. In-depth interview was conducted with six couples (n=6) undertaking treatment at speciality centre. Couples where one partner diagnosed with infertility were identified. Qualitative content analysis of the data obtained through in-depth interviews was done. Data was coded into themes. Thematic analysis of one of the themes; Grief and bereavement has been discussed through narratives. Anticipatory and disenfranchised grief is seen among such couples after the inability to successfully carry out a pregnancy. There is no process of grieving as is observed following the death of an alive person. The couples experience the process as the loss of a potential in being able to conceive a child of their own. DOI:

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.02.4

Gender Differences in Teaching and Classroom Participation Methods: A Pilot Study by LAURIE MURPHY, NINA B. EDULJEE, SUZANNE PARKMAN AND KAREN CROTEAU

Page: 307-319

Abstract: This pilot study examined the relationship between gender, preferred teaching methods, and classroom participation activities for 73 undergraduate college students. Significant gender differences were obtained for four clusters of the preferred teaching methods (films, classroom discussion, experiential activities, and student presentations) with males indicating greater level of agreement than females. For males, the top classroom participation activity in the classroom included “actively participating in organized classroom group activities.” For females, the top activity included “volunteering to answer professor’s questions.” No significant gender differences were obtained between level of agreement and classroom participation activities. DOI:

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.02.5

Spousal Relationships and Psychological Well-being of Couples in Later Years of Life by PRATIBHA DESHPANDE AND VAISHALI MARDHEKAR

Page: 321-328

Abstract: A positive relationship with a spouse can be one of the greatest buffers against physical and psychological problems particularly for elderly couples. The study investigated correlation between spousal relationships and psychological wellbeing (PWB). 60 elderly couples (aged 60 to 75) from Pune city participated in the study. Product moment correlation was used to examine correlation between spousal relationships and PWB. The findings of the study indicate that there is a strong positive correlation between spousal relationships and PWB. DOI:

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.02.6

An Experience of Menarche: A Qualitative Study by DIANA MANOSHI AND SHAILAJA SHASTRI

Page: 329-340

Abstract: Menarche, unique to female adolescence is considered the most vivid and emotional laden event. It is said to be influenced by personal experience and attitude, available information and socio-cultural factors. The present study was undertaken to understand menstruation as an experience for adolescent girls from a psychological perspective. The study was undertaken in Bengaluru urban district. Qualitative data was collected and examined using thematic analysis. The results were organised into broad themes and sub-themes reflecting the key research questions: thoughts and feelings of an adolescent girl at menarche, and the influence of socio-cultural factors on the experience of menarche. DOI:

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.02.7

Identifying Suicidal Risk in College Going Students: A Comparative Study
Among Students Staying at Hostel and with Family by APARAJITA CHAKRABORTY AND SUSMITA HALDER

Page: 341-348

Abstract: It could be a matter of interest that whether staying with family or at hostel be a contributory factor for suicidal risk behaviour among students. The present study aims to explore suicidal behaviour among total of 120 undergraduate students (18-21 years of age), dividing into 2 groups, 60 staying with family and 60 staying at hostel in Kolkata. They were assessed with the General Health Questionnaire (GHQ 12) and the Suicidal Behaviours Questionnaire – Revised (SBQ-R). The result of the present study shows that there is no significant difference in suicidal risk behavior among students staying at hostel and with family. DOI:

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.02.8

Impact of Social Self-efficacy on Personal Growth of Adolescents Active in Sports by VAISHALI BENDRE AND VAISHALI MARDHEKAR

Page: 349-358

Abstract: The perceived sense of self-efficacy guides the actions of individuals and orientates their future planning. The current investigation focused on contribution of social self-efficacy in personal growth initiative of adolescents active in sports. 231 adolescents (122 boys and 109 girls) from Pune city active in various sports participated in the study. Regression analysis was performed to see the impact of social self-efficacy on personal growth initiative of the adolescents. The findings of the study indicate that social self-efficacy is a significant predictor of personal growth in adolescents. The results are discussed on basis of the research studies on adolescents active in sports. DOI:

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.02.9

Optimism in Relation to Resilience and Perceived Stress by RAKSHA PATHAK AND SWARAN LATA

Page: 359-367

Abstract: Optimism is defined as the global generalised tendency to expect good situations versus bad in life. Optimism generated a positive feeling, which helps to overcome depression and worries. Resilience is the ability to recover and grow inspite of adversity and is considered an integral factor in the promotion of overall physical and psychological health. Stress is dependent on life events and circumstances and person require dealing and coping up with the adverse situations. The main objective of this study was to examine the relationship between optimism, resilience and perceived stress among young adults. A sample of 200 young adults (Boys -100, Girls-100), age ranging from 18 to 25 years from university and colleges from the Varanasi city were selected for the study using convenience sampling technique. The measures used were Resilience scale (Conner and Davidson, 2003), Life Orientation Scale (Scheier, Carver, & Bridges, 1994) and Perceived Stress Scale (Cohen, 1983). The data was analysed using descriptive statistics and correlation analysis. The findings indicate positive relationship between optimism and resilience, and negative relationship between optimism and perceived stress. DOI:

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.02.10

Gender Differences in Personality, Motivation and the Tendency to Follow Social Networking Trends among Indian Millennials by AISHWARYA SASTRY AND SAIRAJ PATKI

Page: 369-380

Abstract: With the availability of affordable and high-speed internet access on phones, social networking has reached far and wide. While some of the trends that emerge via these platforms have helped steer public movements and supported social causes, some lead to severe detrimental consequences like harm to psychological or physical wellbeing. The present study investigated personality traits and sources of motivation as factors related to the tendency to follow social networking trends on Facebook, Instagram and Snapchat among millennials. The sample included 133 respondents aged between 18-25 years. The findings suggested existence of some gender differences. While tendency to follow social networking trends was found to be related only with extraversion among females, it was found to be related to both extraversion and agreeableness among males. Also, tendency to follow social networking trends was found to be related with intrinsic motivation among females but with extrinsic motivation among males. DOI:

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.02.11

Self-Determination as a Predictor of Obsessive-Compulsive Symptoms among Emerging Adults by PRACHI SANGHVI AND V. PREMANAND

Page: 381-388

Abstract: Small amount of obsessional traits put in a quality of worth and stability to personality and prove as important assets. If they exist in evident degree, they are hampering, cause high level of mental inertia, indecisiveness, clinical decompensation and liability to clinical syndromes like obsessive compulsive disorder. The symptoms of about two thirds of affected people have an onset prior to age 25. Therefore, the main objective of the present study was to find whether self-determination predicts obsessive- compulsive symptoms among emerging adults. 289 participants between the ages of 18-25 were selected. The tools used were Self-Determination Scale and Obsessive-Compulsive Inventory-Revised. Regression analysis was used as a statistical tool. The results revealed that self determination significantly predicted obsessive-compulsive symptoms. Both the dimensions of self-determination, namely, awareness of self and perceived choice with respect to behaviour significantly predicted obsessive-compulsive symptoms. Individually, the dimension of awareness of self negatively predicted obsessive compulsive symptoms better. When perceived choice dimension was combined with awareness of self, it increased the predictability of obsessive-compulsive symptoms. Therefore, more the person is aware of his feelings and his sense of self, and the more he feels that he has a sense of choice with respect to his behaviour, less would be his obsessive-compulsive symptoms. DOI:

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.02.12

Juvenile Delinquents: “A Cause for concern” Role of Family Environment, Life Satisfaction & Resilience in Juvenile Delinquents by SHRIYA VASHISHT, PRIYANKA AND KAMINI C. TANWAR

Page: 389-398

Abstract: Juvenile crime rate has tremendously increased. Present study aims to find out the association between family environment, resilience and life satisfaction that trigger the youngsters to commit crimes. 80 delinquents (12 to 18 years) were selected from juvenile home (Juvenile Correction Home, New Delhi) and were tested on Resilience Scale by Young, 1987, Family Environment Scale by Vohra, 1997, and Satisfaction with life scale by Diener, 1984. Results revealed that family environment has an impact on satisfaction with life and resilience of juvenile delinquents. DOI:

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.02.13

Coping Strategies used by Adolescents with Verbal Behavior by KRITIKA KAPOOR, NEELAM KUMARI AND PRASHANT SRIVASTAVA

Page: 399-405

Abstract: Adolescence, one of the key stages of development, is a period when many fundamental physical and psychological changes occur. Adolescents must cope with a higher number of the bio-psycho-social changes compared to children. When adolescents become able to cope with the controversial and problematic situations, their self-perception improves and matures. Verbal behavior is important part of day to day life experiences. It controls the behavior of a person. It also reflects the thought process of a person. Present study aims to assess coping strategies used by adolescents with negative verbal behavior. 100 Samples (Adolescent Boys) were included who were qualified the inclusion and exclusion criteria based on Stratified Random Sampling Technique. In present study cross sectional design was used. Tools: They were evaluated on Semi-structured interview schedule which was self prepared for assessing the coping strategy. The result revealed that maximum coping strategies used by adolescent boys to cope up from the negative verbal behavior is ignoring (35%). DOI:

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.02.14

Personality Profiles of Drug Addicts and Non-addicts by DEEPTI RANDHAWA

Page: 407-416

Abstract: The present investigation is an attempt to examine the differences between drug addicts and non-addicts with respect to their personality structure. A purposive and incidental sample of 250 male subjects (125 addicts and 125 non-addicts) participated in the study. The NEOPI-R (Costa & Mc Crae,1985) and the personal information schedule was administered on the sample. The results obtained through comparison of means and discriminant analysis clearly reveal significant differences in the personality profiles of the two groups. The comparison of means suggest that impulsiveness, emotional instability, vulnerability, angry-hostility and excitement seeking are some of the defining personality characteristics of drug addicts. Nonaddicts on the other hand are more sociable, agreeable and conscientious. Discriminant analysis further supports the above results and clearly classifies the two groups on the basis of discriminant coefficients obtained on the personality scale. DOI:

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.02.15

A Study of Family Burden and Academic Related Stress of GNM Nursing Students by SARASWATI RANI AND THIYAM KIRAN SINGH

Page: 417-424

Abstract: The total samples of 106 nursing students were selected out of which 86 were females and 20 males. They were selected randomly from Maa Shakti Health Medical Science and Lucknow Nursing College, district Unnao. Family burden interview Schedule and Self made semi structure academic related stress Questionnaire were applied on them to assess their family burden and academic related stress. The result found statistically significant in family burden which indicates male nursing students have more family burden than female nursing students. When concern about academic stress, in all the domains, majority of them do not have academic stress even though some of them reported friends or teacher disturbed them and feel sick while seeing blood, injection, operation, accident cases during the course of training. In conclusion it can be stated that male nursing students have more family burden than female nursing students but majority of them do not have academic stress in all way round even though some were reported disturbance from friends & teacher and also get scare seeing blood, injection, operation, accident cases during the course of training. DOI:

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.02.16

Psychosocial Factors Contributing Towards Substance Abuse among Adolescents – A Qualitative Study by RAJYASRI ROY

Page: 425-433

Abstract: Use of tobacco, alcohol, and other substances is a worldwide problem and affects many children and adolescents. Consumption of licit and illicit substances has increased all over the world. The World Bank has reported that nearly 82,000-99,000 children and adolescents all over the world begin smoking every day. About half of them would continue to smoke to adulthood and half of the adult smokers are expected to die prematurely due to smoking related diseases. If current smoking trends continue, tobacco will kill nearly 250 million of today’s children. Adolescents are the most vulnerable population to initiate drug use. The present study was conducted on a sample of 20 male students of class IX, X and XI of age group 14 to 20 years of a Bengali Medium School in North 24 Parganas of West Bengal. A predesigned structured questionnaire based upon CDC and Global School Health Survey (GSHS) questionnaire (applicable for students of class VIII-XII) was prepared in Bengali, for self administration. The present study reveals that substance abuse like smoking tobacco and smokeless tobacco abuse is rising in the age group of 14 to 20 years in India. Various Psychosocial factors that influence and encourage young teenagers to start smoking, to use other tobacco products, alcohols and other substances was identified and qualitatively analyzed with special emphasis on epidemiology (patterns and extent of drug use), etiology (what generates substance use), and consequences (effects and outcomes of youthful drug use). The findings of the study will be useful for Secondary Teachers and parents. DOI:

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.02.17

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and Autism by DISHA SHAH AND SHRUTI BOBADE

Page: 435-442

Abstract: Many studies indicate the role of genes and environment in the understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). And the number of children had born with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is increasing. Therefore it is imperative to find the effective way of detecting and prevention of Autism in Indian Scenario. This would suggest maternal polycystic ovary syndrome and irregular menstruation may lead to Autism in the offspring. We conducted structured interview with the mothers whose children are already on spectrum. 11.76% mothers were reported to have Polycytic Ovarian Disorder (PCOD) menstrual irregularity. This gives the slight indication of probability but need in-depth exploration and more sample size using standardized tools. DOI:

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.02.18

Effect of Abstinence on Memory Functions in Cannabis Users by SUSHMA RATHEE AND RADHEY SHYAM

Page: 443-451

Abstract: The cannabis use is reported to be having several adverse psychosocial consequences affecting the personal and social life of the users. It has also been reported to have an adverse effect on cognitive functioning including executive functions. The abstinence may have beneficial effects and the adverse effects may subside. Therefore the present study was planned to examine the effect of abstinence on memory functions in cannabis users. A sample of 180 cannabis users (90 persistent cannabis users, and 90 abstainers) was selected on the basis of convenient based sampling from Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan. All the users were in the age range of 18-40 years with a mean age of 29.74 years. For the fulfillment of the purpose of the study a battery of five subtests were administered. The tests were digit span test, number-letter sequencing, and arithmetic for working memory index, Memory scale from the AIIMS battery for verbal memory, and Rey Ossterith Complex Figure Test for visual memory. The data were analyzed using t-test and descriptive analysis (Mean & SD). Results revealed that abstainers differ from persistent cannabis users on all aspects of memory functions, i.e. verbal memory, visual immediate and visual delayed memory, and working memory. The findings are discussed in the light of their implications. DOI:

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.02.19

Weather, Mood And Helping Behavior : A Comparative Study Between Two Indian Cities (Chennai And Mysore) by VEDIKA KUTTANDA, DIVYA DOVINA T. AND JOANNA NIVITHA PHILIP

Page: 453-467

Abstract: The present study examined differences in helping behavior and moods under distinct temperature and humidity conditions in naturalistic settings. The study was quasi-experimental in nature comparing helping behavior between individuals in two cities (Chennai and Mysore) in India that significantly differed in weather conditions. In order to control for extraneous variables, the study was conducted in zoological parks in each city. Purposive Sampling was employed to collect data from 50 adults in each city. Results revealed a significant negative relationship between temperature and positive affect, whereas a significant positive relationship was found between negative affect and temperature. Such a finding led to mood being considered as the control variable in this study. Consequently, partial correlation exposed a significant positive relationship between temperature and helping behavior. DOI:

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.02.20

Volume 13 (2018) Issue 1 , (January-2018 to June-2018)

Jan.-Jun.

Cultural Intelligence : Consanguinity to Thinking styles, Personality and Curiosity by Garima Saini

Page: 1-10

Abstract: This research paper aims to explore the utility of measuring cultural intelligence in affinity to measure thinking styles, personality and curiosity. Cultural intelligence is the extremity of the hour as it is for most important for individuals and organizations because the world is diverse and contemporary organizations recognize the value of bridging cultures for both personal and organizational success. The Cultural Intelligence Test, NEO Five-Factor Inventory, Thinking Styles Inventory and Curiosity and Exploration Inventory were administered on students from different states of India and students from other countries. Findings of the study suggest that it is meaningful to investigate cultural intelligence in relation to examining thinking styles, personality and curiosity. In addition results stated that Legislative thinking style (aspect among 13 thinking styles), Curiosity and agreeableness (dimensions of personality) are the potent predictors of cultural intelligence.

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.01.1

Vipassana Meditation: A Way to Improving Life Style among Cancer Patients by Himani Anand and P. K. Mona

Page: 11-21

Abstract: The present study was conducted to study the effect of Vipassana Meditation in improving Life Style among cancer patients. A sample of 30 subjects in the age range of 40-50 years was selected. Subjects were categorized into two Groups (Experimental Group and Control Group), 15 subjects in each group. Cancer patients were included in both the groups. For measuring Life Style, a tool constructed by Das and Chaudhary (2010) was used. Pre- Post data was compared with the help of Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test. A significant difference was found between the pre and post scores of life style in experimental group (Z =3.41, p< .01) in comparison to the control group (Z =1.88). Further, result shows the significant improvement in different dimensions of life style in experimental group whereas no significant improvement was observed in control group. Practicing Vipassana Meditation is a right way of living, in illness and in health.

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.01.2

Examining the Association between Hope, Optimism, Self esteem and Life Satisfaction: The Indian Context by MEGHNA BASU THAKUR

Page: 23-31

Abstract: The current study is based on Hutz et al.’s (2014) and Pacico et al.’s (2013) research and attempts to examine the relationship between optimism, self-esteem, hope, and life satisfaction among college students in the Indian context. Sample consisted of 60 undergraduate students who completed the following questionnaires: Life Orientation Test- Revised (LOT-R; Scheier, Carver & Bridges, 1994), Rosenberg Self Esteem Scale (Rosenberg, 1965), Hope Scale (Snyder et al., 1991) and Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS; Diener et al., 1985). Data obtained from the participants were subjected to Pearson Product Moment Correlation. Research findings indicated significant and positive inter-variable correlations. Relevant empirical and theoretical literature has been employed to explain the findings obtained in the current study. The study has crucial implications for mental health professionals to develop pertinent psychological interventions for college students and adds to the existing body of literature in the domain of positive psychology.

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.01.3

Life satisfaction and its Determinants in Rural Aging Population of Lucknow, India by Betsy Mehrotra. Nisha Mani Pandey, Pradeep Kumar, Sampada Sinha and S.C. Tiwari

Page: 33-41

Abstract: Life-satisfaction is necessary for healthy aging and is the right of every citizen. Study of life satisfaction from middle age is important, because age related degeneration and deterioration starts from middle age. Aim: To assess relationship between life satisfaction and its various determinants in aging population. To assess the effects of gender and socio-economic status on overall life- satisfaction. Socioeconomic status (SES) scale was used to assess a person’s life’s circumstances to one’s standards and to produce better results. Methods and materials: The present study was based on a sample of one hundred people: 40 males and 60 females drawn from rural area of Lucknow, U.P. Study sample included all adults above forty-five years of the age living in homes. Statistical analysis used: VARIMAX rotation of factor analysis was used for generating five factors influencing overall life satisfaction. Pearson’s coefficient correlation (r) was used to assess the correlation between various factors and overall life satisfaction. T-test and their p-value was used to assess mean differences among males and females and socio-economic wise distribution of study population (n=100). Results and Conclusions: Gender wise, life satisfaction in males were higher than their females counterpart. In terms of socio-economic status (SES), lower-middle SES experienced more life-satisfaction than upper-middle and upper-lower SES counterparts respectively. Overall life satisfaction was found to be higher for family and recreational domains. While lower level of life satisfaction was for ‘Self’ domain. Most common predictors of life satisfaction were: family, access to recreational facilities, type of settlement and, access to available facilities.

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.01.4

Relationship of Self Esteem, Personality and Social Support with Psychological in Distress Adolescents by Rupan Dhillon and Saima Hafiz

Page: 43-51

Abstract: Adolescence is a state of various biological, social, emotional and psychological changes. There are range of psychosocial factors that play a specific role in determining the psychological distress of individuals. Having a high self esteem, healthy personality traits and good social support can be of wide importance in the phase of developmental changes in adolescents. The study is aimed at estimating the relationship of self esteem, personality and social support with psychological distress. Samples of 200 adolescents were taken with equal number of males and females in the age group of 14-19 years. The participants were subjected to Rosenberg Self Esteem scale, Neo-five Factor Inventory, Interpersonal Support Evaluation List and General Health The data Questionnaire-12. was analyzed by Co-relational Analysis. The results of the study can be elucidated and the implications of the study will be discussed further.

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.01.5

A Gender wise Comparative Study of Anxiety Level among Pre & Post - 12th Standard Students by SAPNA VERMA

Page: 53-61

Abstract: The present study intends to investigate the difference that existed between anxiety of students of both genders studying in 12th standard in a private school preparing only for boards and students studying in a private coaching institute preparing for Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) exam after passing 12th standard. Total sample consisted of 120 students (60 pre-12th Standard students and 60 post-12th standard students, age range: 18-22 years; Mage=20 years) purposively drawn from randomly selected school and coaching institute of Kanpur city. In each group there were 30 male and 30 female students. Sinha Anxiety Scale developed by Sinha was used to measure anxiety level of pre and post-12th standard students. Obtained data was analyzed with the help of ANOVA technique and revealed significant differences in anxiety level of students of pre and post-12th standard as well as in anxiety level of boys and girls. The interaction between the anxiety scores of academic standard and gender was insignificant. Obtained mean scores depicted that all post-12th standard students preparing for CHSL exam and overall girls had higher level of anxiety.

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.01.6

Dark Triad and Wellbeing: The Indian Context by MEGHNA BASU THAKUR

Page: 63-72

Abstract: Research studies have found that the three dimensions of Dark Triad, namely, psychopathy, Machiavellianism, and narcissism do not display a similar relationship with well-being (see Aghababaei & Blachnio, 2015). It would be interesting to examine the association between these variables in the Indian context, given the paucity of empirical research. The current study attempts to replicate Aghababaei and Blachnio’s (2015) study and seeks to examine the link between the Dark Triad traits and hedonic as well as eudaimonic wellbeing. Sample comprised 115 undergraduate, college-going students who completed the following questionnaires: The Dirty Dozen Questionnaire (Jonason & Webster, 2010), Subjective Happiness Scale (Lyubomirsky & Lepper, 1999), Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS; Diener et al., 1985), and Scales of Psychological Wellbeing- 18 Item Form (SPWB-18; Ryff & Keyes, 1995).Relevant statistical analyses were carried out on the data obtained from the participants. The emerging findings have been discussed using pre-existing theoretical and empirical literature. Implications of the study for researchers and mental health practitioners have also been emphasized.

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.01.7

Bold or Beautiful? The Duplicity of Women Protagonists in Indian Advertisements by Pooja Prabhavalkar and Megha Deuskar

Page: 73-82

Abstract: The purpose of this study was to look at the portrayal of women in advertisements. Advertisements are a tool used to influence and modify consumer behaviour and attitudes and hence can have an impact on our daily lives. The portrayal of women with respect to gender stereotyping and objectification in advertisements over three decades was studied. Fifteen raters were shown five advertisements per decade starting from 1990s to the present year and chi square analysis revealed that the portrayal of women with respect to the role they play has changed over the three decades and has become less stereotypical. However the appearance ratings showed that women’s bodies continue to be portrayed as thinner and fairer than the average, thus pointing to an implied message of subtle objectification.

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.01.8

Comparative study of Draw-A-Person test with other Intelligence test in Indian Context by Selvam and Kumar

Page: 83-89

Abstract: Human figure drawing is one of the most widely used assessment procedure in psychology. The first systematic scoring system for children drawing was developed by Goodenough in her Draw-A-Person Test (DAPT). There is shortage of DAPT for measuring intelligence in their psychometric properties like reliability and validity. The aim of study is to compare DAPT with other most commonly used intelligence test in Indian context. The Pearson correlation compared DAPT with Binet Kamat test is .776 and Seguin Form Board test is .707. It is concluded that DAPT supported its feasibility to measure child’s intelligence among Indian population.

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.01.9

Impact of Caring and Overprotecting Parenting Style on Emotional Intelligence and Adjustment of School Students by Rebeka Debbarma and Anjana Bhattacharjee

Page: 91-100

Abstract: The present study is an attempt to investigate the impact of caring and overprotecting parenting styles on emotional intelligence and adjustment of the school students of Tripura. The sample consisted of 1200 school going students. The age range of the sample was 17-18 years. Random sampling technique was utilized to select students from different schools of Tripura. Data were collected by using Parental Bonding Instrument, Mangal’s Emotional Intelligence Inventory and Bell’s Adjustment Inventory. Data analysis revealed significant impact of parental bonding styles (caring style and overprotecting style) on emotional intelligence and adjustment pattern of the school students of Tripura.

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.01.10

A Case Study : Cognitive Training for Children with Developmental Delay by Nasiyath Thayathakath

Page: 101-108

Abstract: Present study mainly focuses on understanding the effectiveness of cognitive training program for children with developmental delay. The single-subject, prepost case study design is used for the current study. The case taken for this particular study is a registered case of down syndrome, with developmental delay at National institute for mentally handicapped, Secunderabad; India. The baseline assessment is conducted with the help of Developmental Screening Test (DST), Binet Kamat Test of Intelligence (BKT) and Child Symptom Inventory (CSI). Cognitive training package developed focusing on different areas of cognitive functions such as attention, concentration, memory, visual and auditory perception, language and concept development. The result of the study reveals cognitive training package used in the intervention is effective for intellectual stimulation and study analysis shows there is an difference in post test scores. It also indicates that use of individual tailored cognitive training program among developmentally delayed children gives the desired result. The study concludes that cognitive training program is effective as an early childhood intervention technique.

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.01.11

Efficacy of CBT on Internet Addiction by M. Anuradha and Promila Singh

Page: 109-119

Abstract: Internet Addiction has been a growing menace to the world population. CBT has found to be effective in treating many disorders like Alcoholics, anxiety and depression. CBT for Internet Addictions has been conducted in three phase manner. First is Behaviourial aspect, Second is Cognitive Correction and Third phase is the harmful reduction. To study the effectiveness of CBT on Internet Addiction 28 patients were referred to by Psychiatrist in three hospitals were given the treatment for 12 weeks using IADQ scales pre and post. The cognitive behaviour therapy showed improvement in all the areas of the scale. Thus cognitive behavior therapy proved to be effective in reducing internet addiction.

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.01.12

Who will leave Greener Footprints? Materialistic Values, Motivation and Pro-environmental Behaviors among College Students by Sairaj M Patki

Page: 121-129

Abstract: According to the Trends in Global CO2 Emissions 2015 Report, India contributed 6.5% to global emissions. Moreover, unlike the trend of reducing emissions since the 1990s seen in most Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) countries, a 7.4% increase was recorded in India. Conservation activities and more specifically pro-environmental behaviors to counter this phenomenon however haven’t shown a promising increase. The youth of the country has the potential to change this scenario for the better. The study investigated the relationship between materialistic values, motivation and actual pro environmental behaviors of college students. Identified regulation was found to be positively correlated with general ecological behaviors among those low on materialistic values, while external regulation and amotivation were found to be positively correlated with general ecological behaviors among those high on materialistic values. The findings may have important implications for future pro-environment interventions, conservation training programs and even policy-making in the long run.

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.01.13

The Glitch in Mental Health Awareness Campaigns in India by Shagnik Saha

Page: 131-139

Abstract: The current paper explores the perceptions of lay persons about the different Mental Health professionals and their roles in context of the various Awareness Campaigns that are being organised and conducted in India to explore if awareness about mental issues is lacking in some regards indirectly thereby leading to a deceleration of the entire progressive move towards destigmatisation and information dissemination aimed at encouraging help seeking in case of Mental Health needs.

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.01.14

From Personal Experiences to Classroom Teaching: A Socio- Psychological Study of Social Inclusion and Exclusion by Aakanksha Bhatia and Preeti Kapur

Page: 141-151

Abstract: Creating an inclusive classroom environment where learners appreciate diversity and value positive interpersonal associations is a challenge faced by the teachers worldwide. This is particularly so in the Indian context, where the complex phenomena of social categorization impacts the individual in manifold ways from a tender age. In the context of student-teacher relationship, the personal experiences of the teacher have a trickle-down effect on student socialization patterns. This paper explores the teachers’ personal experiences of social inclusion and exclusion and its impact on his/her classroom interactions with students. Our sample consisted of 23 teachers (18 females and 5 males) working in low-income schools in Delhi. Extensive narratives were undertaken and subject to thematic analysis. Teachers expansively described their experiences of facing social exclusion. Although the staff maintained an outward semblance of inclusivity, the undercurrents of exclusion and marginalization were noted. The need for social approval and maintenance of a politically correct façade was the guiding force for many teachers. Yet many of them expressed their own prejudices and biased thoughts about social groups. The findings are discussed in the light of current theorization in the area.

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.01.15

An Analysis of Stress Levels of Women in Emergency Services in Gujarat by Neeta Sinha, Simran Bhatia and Riddhima Bhatnagar

Page: 153-163

Abstract: This study aims to assess the levels of stress among women employees in emergency services. Two stage stratified random sampling was used to collect data from 150 women employees. ORS scale by Parikh was used to assess the stress levels. Anova was applied to calculate the stress levels. Results revealed that women working in emergency helpline services did not suffer from much stress. Within the ten dimensions of ORS also there was no significant effect of stress between various age groups.

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.01.16

Behavioural Intervention in Safety Management of Indian Corporates by Harbans Lal Kaila

Page: 165-188

Abstract: This research paper (based on case studies of 10 organizations) depicts the success cases of behavioural safety cultural transformation in India and identifies how organizations are managing the at-risk behaviours at work sites. An objective behind this work is to bring together the field tested knowledge in the implementation of Behavioural Safety across sites in India. These cases from diverse organizations across industrial sectors such as oil, gas, petroleum, chemicals, automobile, construction, power, and aluminium across Indian locations, revealed the best experiences and challenges during their BBS implementation journey

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.01.17

Assessment and Management of Socio-Occupational Functioning of Persons with Chronic Schizophrenia: Effect of Social Skills Training by Upendra Singh, Bhupendra Singh and Sweta

Page: 189-198

Abstract: Social skill training is a collection of behavioral techniques that helps a person to restart her/his life in her/his community. Schizophrenia is a psychotic disorder with almost life long course causing a suffer withdrawal from his community and social life. The study aimed at assessing socio-occupational functioning of persons with chronic schizophrenia and assessing efficacy of social skills training module on socio-occupational functioning. Findings of the study shows significant improvement in self-care, communication and instrumental skills. Individuals improved coping and communication skills, evaluated anomalous experiences more objectively and improved socio-occupational functioning.

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.01.18

Influence of Mindfulness on Decision Making and Psychological Flexibility among Aircrew by Akansha Gautam and Roopa Mathur

Page: 199-207

Abstract: Despite the high reliability of latest aeronautical technology and flight safety improvements, human factors and error continues to be a potent factor in 60% to 80% of all aviation incidents and accidents. Mindfulness is a positive psychological construct which has a measureable impact on aircrew to make more strategic decisions and avoid information overload. Psychological flexibility can seriously improve decision making and force an aircrew to ‘think outside the box’. The current research explores the existence of the psychological construct of mindfulness and examines how it is effective in improving decision making and strengthens psychological flexibility among aircrew. The data was collected from 130 Aircrew of IAF by using mindfulness scale, decision making questionnaire and psychological flexibility scale. Using a correlational design and regression analysis, study found that mindfulness has a significant positive association with decision making and significant negative association with psychological flexibility. Significant correlations in the predicted directions were found among all Variables of interest. Overall the findings indicate that Mindfulness Training for the aircrew might be a feasible element for the high performance. Mindful decision makers are more likely to learn to make better decisions as they are more open to feedback and less prone to misapprehend the situations.

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.01.19

Assessment of Creative Life Skills among Adolescents by Artika Saini and Prashant Srivastava

Page: 209-217

Abstract: The present study entitled was undertaken to assess the creative skills of and to compare these skills of both male and female adolescents. The data were collected randomly from two blocks of Kangra District, Himachal Pradesh. A total of 120 adolescents (60 male and 60 female) in the age group of 11-18 years were selected from the three schools of each block. Standardized scales were used to collect data namely Verbal Test of Creative Thinking and Non-verbal Test of Creative Thinking. The data were analyzed statistically using t-test. The results of the study revealed that there were significant differences in elaboration (verbal) and originality (non verbal) and non-significant difference in elaboration (non-verbal) and originality (verbal) of non verbal test of creative thinking and in case of verbal test of creative thinking significant difference was observed in flexibility and originality and nonsignificant difference was found in fluency between the male and female respondents.

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.01.20

Effectiveness of Progressive Muscle Relaxation, Biofeedback and L-Theanine in Patients Suffering from Anxiety Disorder by Aditi Pangotra, Thiyam Kiran Singh and Ajeet Sidana

Page: 219-228

Abstract: The present study aimed to study the efficacy of different interventions in management of other anxiety disorders. A cross sectional study was carried out in which thirty participants with the diagnosis of other anxiety disorder were recruited from the Psychiatry outpatient unit. The participants were divided into three groups using computer generated random table number: a medication group (n=10), that received L-Theanine-200mg medication as an intervention, a PMR group (n=10) that received progressive muscle relaxation as an intervention, a Biofeedback group (n=10) that received biofeedback as an intervention. There was a significant improvement in anxiety score after L-Theanine, PMR & biofeedback intervention. Intervention by the three different modes has significant implications in management of anxiety disorders.

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.01.21

Achievement Motivation of High School Students Belonging to Three Different Curriculums: An Intervention Study by G. S. Shylashree and S. V. Surya Rekha

Page: 229-236

Abstract: Academic motivation is defined as a student’s desire as reflected in approach, persistence and level of interest regarding academic subjects when their competence is judged against a standard of performance or excellence. Motivation is an integral aspect of learning. Achievement motivation of a student is positively related to their academic success. It is observed that students studying in ISCE and CBSE syllabus tend to outperform the students studying in state syllabus. Do they also tend to have a higher level of achievement motivation? The present study was an attempt to find answer for this question. The total sample is 226 students, out of which 122 belonged to state syllabus, 56 belonged to CBSE and 48 belonged to ICSE. The study was conducted in pre and post- test situation.150 students (State board-88, CBSE-34 and ICSE-28) were part of control group and 76 students (State-34, CBSE-22 and ICSE-20) were part of experimental group. Statistical measure of ANOVA indicated that there was no significant difference in achievement motivation of students belonging to three different syllabus, though there was a significant difference between the control and experimental group. The study also revealed that ICSE students of both control and experimental group showed improvement in their achievement motivation level in post –test situation.

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.01.22

Self Efficacy, Mental health and Attitude towards Androgynization of Roles: A Comparative Study of Sports Women and Non-sports Women by Anupama Srivastava and Dashmesh Kaur

Page: 237-243

Abstract: The purpose of present study was to compare self efficacy, mental health and attitude towards androgynization of roles of sports women and non-sports women. Data was collected from 50 young females actively involved in sports and 50 not involved in sports. The age range of the females selected for the study was 19 to 22 years. Results indicated that sports women and non-sports women do not significantly differ with respect to self-efficacy. A key finding of the study was that mental health of the females who were playing sports was better than those not playing sports. The attitude of sports women towards androgynization of roles was poorer as compared to those of non-sports women.

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.01.23

Does Personality, Gratitude and Passionate Love makes Youth Compassionate ? by Bhupender Singh, Shilpa Salve and R. S. Mhaske

Page: 245-254

Abstract: The objective of the present study is to identify the factors useful in the discrimination of high and low compassionate love scorers with the help of personality factors, gratitude and passionate love among youth. The data was collected on 105 students using the Big-five Inventory (BFI), Gratitude Questionnaire (GQ-6 ), Passionate Love Scale (PLS), and Compassionate love scale (CLS). A stepwise discriminate functional analysis (DFA) was performed using three psychological variables as predictors of membership in three level of criterion variable. The findings showed the overall cross-validation cases, classification was found to be 52.4% . Overall, about 57.1% cases of low compassionate group, and 65.7 % of cases of high compassionate group were successfully discriminated by openness to experience and passionate love. Further the limitation of the present study are stated and suggestion for future suggestion are mentioned.

DOI- https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2018.13.01.24

Volume 12 (2017)

Volume 12 (2017) Issue 2 , (July-2017 to December-2017)

Young Adults’ Music Preferences and its Relation to their Attitude towards Women and Sexuality
by Aheli Chakraborty, Durgesh K. Upadhyay and Manju Agrawal

Page: 237-246

Abstract:
Sudden widespread popularity of Rap genre in India, intrigued many regarding the cause and lyrical impact of these songs on the attitude development of the youth towards women and the act of sexuality. The purpose of the study was to address the causes for consumption and explore the relationship between the varied Music Preferences and the attitude towards Women and Sexuality among the youth. A sample of 206 participants within 18-27yrs were enrolled for this study. The tools used were, Attitude towards Women Scale, Brief Sexual Attitude Scale, Music Preference Scale and Semi-Structured Interview Schedule. The results concluded, youth who scored low on permissiveness and instrumentality had healthy attitude towards women. Overall, Rap served as a ‘mood uplifting agent’ and the lyrics did not have any adversarial impact. However, replicating this study on a rural sample might have brought forth different results.

Self-Esteem and Social Anxiety in Adolescent Students
by Seema. G. B. and Venkatesh Kumar. G.

Page: 247-254

Abstract:
The present study is aimed to investigate the relationship and gender differences between self-esteem and social anxiety in adolescent students. The sample consists of 200 adolescent students (100 males, 100 females) in the age range of 16 to 18 years, taken from various colleges in Bangalore City. Rosenberg Self-esteem scale (Rosenberg, 1965) and Social Phobia inventory (Conner K. M. et al., 2000), were applied to access self-esteem and social anxiety of participants. Statistical analysis was done through SPSS, Pearson product-moment correlation co-efficient and independent sample t-test was applied for evaluation of results. Results indicates that self-esteem is negatively correlated with social anxiety in adolescent students. The findings of result also showed the self-esteem scores of the male adolescents is not higher or lower than that of the female adolescents.

Relation of Managerial Creativity and Emotional Intelligence to Employee Motivation
by L S Minhas and Nirupama

Page: 255-264

Abstract:
The present study aimed to investigate the relation of managerial creativity and emotional intelligence to employee motivation, commitment and job performance. 100 managers and 400 employees working under them participated in the study. They were randomly drawn from various offices of the Defence Accounts Department. Standardized psychological tests for managerial creativity, emotional intelligence, work motivation, organizational commitment and performance were used. Data were processed using Multiple Regression Analysis. Results revealed that Managerial Creativity and Managerial Emotional Intelligence as predictors contribute significantly to different dimensions of employees work motivation, commitment and performance. This is in line with the expectation of study.

A Study of Degenerating Emotional Maturity in the Aged Adults due to Financial Insecurity by Dr. Debjani Mukherjee

Page: 265-274

Abstract:
Few studies document the efficacy of primary prevention efforts in preventing depressive disorders in the elderly. The author argues that the attainment of positive mental health depends in considerable part upon an individual’s financial status in old age. In countries like India where there is no care and help given by the state in terms of financial and medical, elderly are totally dependent on their lifetime savings or their family members for sustenance. The concept of joint family system that was the backbone of the older generation is slowly taking a westward turn and shrinking into single unitary family. The cost of living and the inflation are on the rise. The savings that looked like a big amount at the official retiring age of 60 is a paltry amount by the time he reaches 70. An effort has been made in this study to unearth the relation between financial status - independency or dependency on other family members and the emotional maturity of the elderly.

Impact of mindfulness on anxiety and well-being by Suchitra Roy Chowdhury

Page: 275-286

Abstract:
College students in the present times report feeling overwhelmed and stressed. The current study hence intends to explore whether mindfulness training help alleviate anxiety feelings in a non-clinical sample. Further, would mindfulness training also affect the well- being of the participants. Sixty high anxiety scorers (as measured by State Trait Anxiety scale by Speilberger et al., 1983) were selected for the study. The experimental group were given mindfulness meditation training for five months. A pre and most measure of anxiety was taken. All participants’ subjective well-being was also measured at the end of the study. Results indicated that participants in the experimental or treatment group experienced significant reduction in their anxiety (t (58) = 6.00, p<0.00l). Also the experimental group reported higher subjective well-being in comparison to the control group (t (58) = 2.12, p<0.05). The implications of the study is further discussed

Personality traits across three different kinds of institutes: A comparative study by Teena Singh

Page: 287-294

Abstract:
Since, most researches draw inferences and generalizations on the basis of data collected from college goers without probing into the accuracy of such generalizations, the current study seeks to explore how similar/dissimilar students from different kind of institute are. The objective of the study was to compare certain personal attributes viz. self-efficacy, Locus of control and Type-A personality across three types of institutes, namely University, University Affiliated and private/ autonomous. Analysis of variance and post-hoc analysis revealed that students from different kinds of institutes differ significantly in terms of the aforesaid personality factors. The study has important implications for social scientific as well as management researchers who conduct studies on college students and generalize their research findings without taking institutional differences into consideration….

A Study on Anxiety among Hemodialysis Patients in Kerala
by Tessy Grace Mathews and Elsheba Mathew

Page: 295-303

Abstract:
End Stage Renal Disease is a clinical condition which is on the rise in the recent years and anxiety among them, a diagnostic challenge for the health professionals. Anxiety that may emerge during the initial course of dialysis can continue throughout affecting the compliance, quality of life and survival. Thus identification and management of the anxiety symptoms among dialysis patients is very important. There is a lack of studies in India exploring the magnitude and nature of anxiety in this clinical population. Objective: To determine the level of anxiety in ESRD patients, its association with selected demographic, socio economic, disease and treatment related characteristics of ESRD patients. Method: Descriptive survey method was used. 112 participants diagnosed with ESRD and on hemodialysis were recruited from both government and private hospitals through purposive sampling. The inclusion and exclusion criteria were maintained. The Beck Anxiety Inventory, a self -administered tool and Personal Data Sheet were used to assess the anxiety symptoms and to obtain information as per the objectives. Descriptive analysis and Chi square test were used to analyze the data....

Difficulties and Exploitation in Inclusive Schooling: In-Field Reflections in Mental Disorder/ Disability Inclusion in India
by Shagnik Saha

Page: 305-313

Abstract:
The present paper gives an insider’s view into the field of Inclusive Schooling in India in the domain of Mental Disorder/ Disability Inclusion and exposes intricacies and exploitations currently in place and also attempts to delineate the theoretical structure of Inclusion, while concluding with pertinent recommendations in order to establish legitimate Inclusion in the Indian Schooling System from a grassroots and in-field perspective.

Relationship between Spiritual Intelligence, Job Satisfaction and Counterproductive work behaviour among employees of multinational companies in India by Meeta Malhotra and Komal Kathuria

Page: 315-323

Abstract:
The aim of the study was to investigate the relationship between spiritual intelligence, counterproductive work behaviour and job satisfaction of working employees in India. The data was collected through surveys, 70 participants completed the spiritual intelligence self-report inventory (King 2008), counter productive work behaviour checklist (Spector, P. E., Fox, S., Penney, L. M., Bruursema, K., Goh, A., and Kessler, S. (2006)) and the job satisfaction survey (Paul E. Spector, 1985). Descriptive statistic, Pearson correlation was used to assess the association between spiritual intelligence, counterproductive work behaviours and job satisfaction. The result shows (1) there is a significant positive relationship between spiritual intelligence and job satisfaction, (2) there is a negative relationship between job satisfaction and counterproductive work behaviour, (3) there is no significant relationship found between spiritual intelligence and counterproductive work behaviour. From the above findings it can be concluded that educational training programs aimed at promoting spiritual intelligence may improve the job satisfaction and reduce counterproductive work behaviour among employees.

Perceived Stress, Self Efficacy, Coping Strategies and Hardiness as Predictors of Depression
by Rupan Dhillon and Mehak Arora

Page: 325-333

Abstract:
Depression is a mood disorder characterized by a range of symptoms that may include feeling depressed most of the time, loss of pleasure, feelings of worthlessness and suicidal thoughts. The purpose of this study is to find out which of the variables i.e. perceived stress, self-efficacy, coping strategies and hardiness are significantly predicting high and low depression for the sample of adolescents belonging to the age group of 14-17 years. A sample of 500 adolescents is taken for the purpose with equal number of males and females. Discriminant analysis is applied and the results are interpreted on the basis of their discriminant coefficients in the two groups of low and high depression.

The Experience of Insight in Schizophrenia: A Phenomenological Study
by Shagnik Saha

Page: 335-346

Abstract:
The present paper progressed with the primary aim of identifying and concretely establishing the experience of Insight and the thought processes and feeling associated with it and was able to elucidate various themes related to not only the Experience of Progressing Psychosis but also the experience of the Insight Process: before, during and after. The study also exposed issues in the Mental Health Model in India currently and the rampant discrimination and power play.

Relationship between Personality Types and Stress: A Comparative Study among Male and Female Nurses in Health Care Setting by Ayub Ghasemian and G.Venkatesh Kumar

Page: 347-354

Abstract:
Nursing is a profession with a lot of responsibilities which has to be handled effectively. It affects on the life style and behavior characteristics and these may lead to the cause of stress, when they are not able to overcome with adverse situations. The purpose of present study was to investigate the relationship between personality type and stress and also to explore the effect of gender on personality type and stress among nurses. Sample comprised of 100 nurses who were working in different hospitals of Bangalore and Mysore region which were selected for the present study. ABBP scale and ISMA questionnaire were used to measure personality type and level of stress respectively. Finding of this study revealed that there is positive and significant relationship between type A personality and stress of nurses and also it was found that type B personality has significant relationship with stress but it has negative relationship with stress. Significant difference was not found between gender and personality type and stress of nurses. It can be concluded as nurses with type A personality are more prone to have stress than nurses with type B personality and influence of gender on personality type and stress is not significant.

Health Problems of Caregivers of Hospitalized Elderly by Ushvinder Kaur Popli. and Rishi Panday

Page: 355-362

Abstract:
Ageing is a universal problem which no country can escape in the world. The increasing population of elderly in society creates new challenges in the area of care giving of elderly. Caring of elderly is a big challenge for caregivers but care giving of hospitalized elderly is quite challenging in present scenario. Health problems also are major issue in comparison to other issue which is related to care giver so researcher’s main focus in this paper is on health problem of caregivers of hospitalized elderly.

Challenges and Coping among Parents having Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder by Jyoti Kakkar and Prashant Srivastava

Page: 363-371

Abstract:
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex neurological disorder that affects an individual’s brain function and causes impairments in multiple areas of development. Parents of these children face difficulties in dealing with challenging behaviours, communication pattern, and basic life skills. Parents appear to carry the larger burden of care and experience stress related to coping with the heavy load of care giving. The present paper aims to highlight the major challenges and difficulties faced by parents having children with autism and their coping strategies in dealing with their children with ASD.

Salient Indicators of Psychopathology in Parent-child Relationships by Sanju Das and Anand Prakash

Page: 373-380

Abstract:
The present study was aimed at investigating parent-child relationship (PCR) perceived by adolescents with psychological disorders (study group) and their normal siblings (control group). The Parent- Child relationship Scale (PCRS) was administered on each of 40 adolescents in both groups to explore nature of their relationships with parents. Results showed that parents were rejecting, punishing, demanding, neglecting and avoiding to their children. Furthermore, the fathers of study group were relatively higher on these factors than the mothers. The findings could be helpful in investigating dynamics of psychopathology and providing relevant cognitive-behavioural intervention.

Impact of Age and Decision Making on False Memory
by Kavita Kumar and Priya Gupta

Page: 381-389

Implications of Behavioural Safety Implementation in Indian Organizations by Dr. H. L. KAILA

Page: 391-406

Abstract:
Objectives: Behavioural safety approach simplifies and creates a viewpoint that everyone shall lead safe behaviour and speak up to alert for any unsafe behavior at site in order to save both life and business in support of no-harm policy. Risk observation and spot correction by everyone at work-site is fundamental to the success of behavioural safety approach in saving human life as well as business in the process of organizational accident prevention. This research paper attempts to identify and review how organizations are managing the at-risk behaviours at work sites….

Dynamising Performance During Cognitive Interference: The role of Anxiety, Mindfulness and Self efficacy by H.K. Chhabra and Heena Parveen

Page: 407-416

Abstract:
The study probed the role of Anxiety, Mindfulness and Self efficacy with regard to Cognitive interference. Anxiety is a complex blend of unpleasant emotions and cognitions which are more oriented to the future and much more diffuse than fear (Barlow, 2002). Mindfulness is a psychological state of awareness (Brown et al., 2007). Self efficacy is the interpretation that the individuals give to their own performance and achievement (Hudson, 2007). A mixed sample of 89 students from the Government schools of Chandigarh in the age range of 14-18 years (Mean age= 15.9 years) was taken for the purpose. A comparative analysis of the data brought out performance differences across different levels of the above dimensions while handling cognitive conflict.

A Psychosocial Study of Stress and School Students
by Preeti Nakhat and Neeta Sinha

Page: 417-423

Abstract:
One of the burning issues of the contemporary world is stress. It is seen in all stages of life. They are myriad reasons for students experiencing stress. To analyse different psychosocial factors and their relation to stress among school students, a study was conducted. The study aimed to analyse stress and its relationship with bereavement and separation. It also aimed to give suggestive strategies to reduce stress. “Students stress scale “ by Dr Manju Agarwal was used for the study. The sample size chosen for the study was 1000 students. Analyses was done using SPSS and the results showed a positive association between stress and bereavement and a positive association between stress and separation also.

An Empirical Examination of Intellectual Abilities and Scholastic Achievement in Normal Children and Children with Learning Disabilities by Suresh Kumar and C. R. Darolia

Page: 425-435

Abstract:
This study delineates the differences between 85 normal and 83 children with learning disabilities (LD) (age 7-11 years) on fluid, crystallized/Level-II, Level-I abilities, and scholastic achievement (ACH). Results indicated that LD children significantly low in language-based learning and acquired mathematical skills. Results show that LD children are not deficient in basic primary/short-term memory. Verbal measures of intelligence with several subtest have shown higher association with learning disability. Discriminant function analysis revealed that ACH, fluid, crystallized/Level-II and Level-I abilities contribute significantly, individually/jointly to the prediction of LD.

Extraversion and Introversion Personality Type and Preferred Teaching and Classroom Participation: A Pilot Study by Laurie Murphy, Nina B. Eduljee, Karen Croteau and Suzanne Parkman

Page: 437-450

Abstract:
This pilot study examined the relationship between personality type (extraversion, introversion) and preferences for specific teaching and classroom methods with 73 (39 male, 34 female) undergraduate college students. Participants were administered the Myers-Briggs Personality Type Indicator®, Form M (Myers, McCaulley, Quenk, & Hammer, 1998), items that measured preferred teaching modalities, as well as preferences for classroom participation activities. No significant differences were obtained between personality type and preferred teaching methods in the classroom (p > .05). Both extraverts and introverts indicated the same preferences for participation activities preferred in the classroom. Significant differences were obtained for only one item “engaging in discussion with other students” between personality type and level of agreement with classroom participation activities.

Examining the Relationship Between Work- Family Conflict, Job Satisfaction and Employee’s Turnover Intention by Pankaj Tripathi and Manoj Kumar Pandey

Page: 451-459

Abstract:
Work-family conflict is becoming more common now a day due to work pressure and family responsibilities. Work-family conflict can have effects on employee’s job satisfaction and turnover intention besides other common factors. In this setting, this study holds the aim of examining the relationship between work-family conflict, job satisfaction and turnover intention on Manufacturing Organization and second objective of this study see the work-family conflict impact on job satisfaction leading to turnover. The Sample size selected for this study is about 128 participants that are employees working in the Indian private Manufacturing Organization. Results indicate that negative relationship between work-family conflict and job satisfaction. It is also found that work-family conflict positively related with turnover intention. This study is limited towards the sample size and in the future, the researcher can expand the sample size in order to explore new factors or dimension related to work-family conflicts, employee job satisfaction and turnover intention. This study plays a significant role for managers because it can help in identifying strategies through which managers can increase employee job satisfaction and reduce employee’s turnover intention.

Cognitive Styles of Students with Respect to their Spiritual Intelligence by Kavita Kumar And Kanti Singh Pawar

Page: 461-468

Abstract:
Cognitive Style is an individual’s characteristic mode of attaining, organizing, categorizing and processing information. Spiritual Intelligence (SI) is the set of abilities that persons use to apply, manifest and represent spiritual resources, values and qualities. The study comprises of 200 students from the Dayalbagh Educational Institute, Dayalbagh, Agra, has been selected and administered Cognitive Style Inventory (CIS) by Jha (2001) and Spiritual Intelligence Test (SIT) by Kumar & Gautam (2011). The study will facilitate the teachers to maintain a database of the Cognitive profiles of their students and improve the potentials of the students leading enhancement of their well-being as a whole.

Feeling of Work alienation among Primary School Teachers by SAPNA VERMA

Page: 469-476

Abstract:
The present study aims to investigate the difference that existed between work alienation of primary school teachers teaching in private and government schools as well as between work alienation of overall male and female teachers. Total sample comprised of 120 teachers (60 private school teachers and 60 government school teachers; age range: 30-40 years, Mage = 35 years) purposively drawn from randomly selected 10 schools of Kanpur city. In each group there are 30 male and 30 female teachers. Work Alienation Scale developed by Asthana and Verma was used to measure feeling of work alienation among teachers. Obtained data was analyzed with the help of ANOVA and revealed an insignificant difference in the interaction between job-sector and gender in feeling of work alienation. The overall male teachers felt more work alienation than overall female teachers. The obtained results further revealed that out of seven dimensions of work alienation, feeling of belonginglessness, isolation and meaninglessness was found to be dominant among primary school teachers in comparison to other dimensions.

Coping Strategies of Male and Female Care Givers of Individuals Suffering from Schizophrenia by Mohammad Sameer Khan and Rishi Panday

Page: 477-484

Abstract:
Caring of individual with schizophrenia is very challenging for family members in family. Caregivers of individual with schizophrenia have to cope with a lot of burden and distress. Aim of the study is to assess and compare the coping strategies of male and female care givers of patients suffering from schizophrenia. A hospital based cross sectional comparative study among the male and female caregivers of Schizophrenia. Finding of the study indicate that female caregivers of individuals suffering from schizophrenia showed better coping than male care givers suffering from schizophrenia.

Gender Disparity in Suicidality: Myth or Reality by R. N. Singh and Neha Pathak

Page: 485-492

Abstract:
This study is an attempt to examine whether gender is a factor in suicidality. 300 males and 300 females aging between 14 to 50 years participated in the study. They were administered the TS Suicidal Ideation Scale (Singh & Thakur, 2004). The gender was found to be an important determinant of suicidality, as the female participants exhibited significantly higher tendency of suicidality. The results are thoroughly discussed and interpreted in the light of available literature. Besides, limitations of the study, suggestions for future researches and prevention strategies are also underlined.

A comparative study of Women Technical and Women Police Personnel on Type A Behavior, Stress and Anger Expression Styles by Meena Sehgal and Nidhi Verma

Page: 493-500

Abstract:
Women are playing a vital role in the economic and social development of the nations all over the world. The aim of the study was to compare women technical and police personnel on Type A Behavior, Stress and Anger Expression Styles. It was hypothesized that women technical professionals and police personnel would have significant difference on Type A Behavior, Stress and Anger Expression Styles. For this purpose, 80 working women professionals viz. 20 information technology professionals, 20 bank professionals and 40 police personnel were selected. Descriptive Statistic and t-test were computed. Results revealed that police personnel scored higher on Anger Expression Styles and Stress Dimensions whereas technical professionals scored high on Type A Behavior Pattern.

Living with Multiple Sclerosis: Chronic Illness Experience and Need for Integrative Care by Dinika Anand, Soumi Awasthy and Rajiv Anand

Page: 501-508

Abstract:
Chronic illnesses challenge established patterns of functioning forcing individuals to develop new ways of coping and adaptation. Living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) entails feelings of uncertainty, unpredictability and helplessness. This review highlights the need for addressing and focusing upon psychological and emotional burden of MS and creates inroads for interventions. An attempt is made to bring together research documenting the challenges and difficulties of living with MS. The authors hope to emphasize the need for a holistic approach towards diagnosis, treatment and management of MS and chronic health conditions.

Factors of Geriatric Mental State and their Abilities by Thiyam Kiran Singh, Subhash Das, Nishtha Kumar and Archana Kashyap

Page: 509-519

Abstract:
The main purpose of the study was to find out the factors of residence area, income and education in geriatric mental state and their abilities. The study was conducted at Department of Psychiatry, Government Medical College and Hospital, Chandigarh. All the participants were administered: 1. HMSE and 2. EASI to assess their mental state and daily living activities. The result found gender, residence areas and income were not the strong significant influencing factors of cognitive function and their abilities. Many other factors may be involved in determining geriatric mental status and their abilities.

A Study of Perception of Organizational Justice in relation to Organizational Commitment and Occupational Stress in Female School Teachers by Meena Sehgal and Jyoti Verma

Page: 521-529

Abstract:
A wide gamut of organizational behaviours and attitudes can be explicated by analyzing the workforce’s perception of the degree of fairness prevailing within an organization. The present study is based on the sample of teachers as teaching is considered as one of the highly stressful professions with the notion that their working climate strongly impinges their workplace commitment and behavior. Hence, the present investigation was aimed to study the perception of Organizational Justice in relation to Organizational Commitment and Occupational Stress among female school teachers. For this purpose, a sample of 60 female school teachers in the age range of 35-45 years was selected from various schools of Punjab and Chandigarh. They were administered tests to assess their perception of Organizational Justice, Organizational Commitment and Occupational Stress. It was hypothesized that Organizational Justice would be positively related to Organizational Commitment and negatively related to Occupational Stress. Intercorrelation analysis was done and the results revealed that Distributive justice was positively related to Organizational Commitment and the three dimensions of Organizational Justice (Interactional, Procedural and Distributive) were negatively related to Occupational Stress.

Book Review

Page: 531-533

Volume 12 (2017) Issue 1 , (January-2017 to June-2017)

January-June

Cognitive Regulation of Emotion and Quality of Life by H K MANJU & BASAVARAJAPPA

Page: 1-10

Supernatural and Religious Beliefs among Rural and Urban Older Adults by PRASHANT SRIVASTAVA

Page: 11-19

Hemispheric Dominance, Thinking Style Preferences and Emotional Intelligence among College Students by F. MARIA MARGRET & T. LAVANYA

Page: 21-31

Sexual Harassment in Academic Institutions: A Conceptual Review by MEGHNA BASU THAKUR & PRISCILLA PAUL

Page: 33-40

Quality of Life among HIV Infected Couples by DISHA ARORA & ARCHANA SHUKLA

Page: 41-57

The Role of Meditation on Mindful Awareness and Life Satisfaction of Adolescents by ANULIPI AGARWAL & VIDUSHI DIXIT

Page: 59-70

Happiness and Aging by RAJENDRA MHASKE

Page: 71-79

Development of Perceived Discrimination Questionnaire: A measure for Different Social Categories Students by SHRADDHESH KUMAR TIWARI, ASHOK KUMAR PATEL & DHANANJAY KUMAR

Page: 81-88

Adjustment Among Elderly Living in Old Age Home and Within Family Setup by RISHI PANDAY & PRASHANT SRIVASTAVA

Page: 89-96

Abusive Supervision and Related Factors: The Indian Context by MEGHNA BASU THAKUR

Page: 97-105

Level of Disability, Social Supports and Depression as Correlates to Elder Abuse Among Older Men and Women by LALITHA, K. & ASWARTHA REDDY, A.

Page: 107-115

A Study on Stress and Anxiety in Relation to Asthma by RAJEKA FARDOSH TANY & ASOKE KUMAR SAHA

Page: 117-126

Dresses Considerations and Problems Encountered by Aged Consumers by KASHI N. SINGH & N.K. SINGH

Page: 127-136

Effect of Intrinsic-Extrinsic Religiosity on the Psychological Well-being of Adolescents by POOJA SINGH & SHABANA BANO

Page: 137-145

Perceived Caste Discrimination, Self Esteem and Self Determination among college students belonging to Scheduled Castes by SWATI AGARWAL & MOOLA PRIYANKA

Page: 147-158

Association Experiment as One of the Tools of Forming Secondary School Students’ Socio-Cultural Competence by KRAVCHENKO NATALYA VLADIMIROVNA & ASOKE KUMAR SAHA

Page: 159-166

Motivational Potential among Railway Employees by LOVELY GYAN & ARCHANA SHUKLA

Page: 167-176

Enhancement of Emotional Empathy through Life Skills Training among Adolescents Stude nts–A Comparative Study by AYUB GHASEMIAN & G. VENKATESH KUMAR

Page: 177-185

Critical Existential Thinking, Search for Meaning and Life Satisfaction by AYESHA SAHA & SAMRIDHI AHUJA

Page: 187-195

Self-Efficacy as a Function of Life Regard: A Study of Gender Differences
by DAKSHI WALIA

Page: 197-205

Non IAS/IPS Sector: An Analysis of In-Depth Psychosocial Correlates behind the Job Satisfaction of the Employees by PRIYANKAR SINGH & SOUVIK RAYCHAUDHURI

Page: 207-215

Subjective Wellbeing and Difficulties with Emotion Regulation among Adolescents by SHRUTI SHOURIE & HARSHMEET KAUR

Page: 217-222

Cyber Victim izati on Among Adolescents: Examining the Role of Routine Activity Theory by DIVYA KALIA & SHEEMA ALEEM

Page: 223-232

Book Review

Page: 233-235

Volume 11 (2016)

Volume 11 (2016) Issue 2 , (July-2016 to December-2016)

July - December

From Misfit to Misunderstood: A Case Study by SAMRIDHI AHUJA

Page: 227-239

Does Mindfulness Enhance Psychological Well-being of the Students by AKHILENDRA K. SINGH, ANIL K. CHOUBEY AND SADHANA SINGH

Page: 241-250

Interpersonal Experiences of Lesbians with their Parent’s: An Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis by APOORVA B AND ELIZABETH THOMAS

Page: 251-258

Digital Awareness and Internet Usage by School Students by ARCHANA VERMA, MEETA JHA AND MITASHREE MITRA

Page: 259-270

Teacher’s Perception and Evaluation of the Social Behavior of Children in Two Systems of Pedagogy by ARCHANA BHAT KALLAHALLA AND KIRAN KUMAR K. SALAGAME

Page: 271-278

Modernization Attitude among Students of General School, English Medium School, and Madrasa by ASOKE KUMAR SAHA AND KISHOR ROY

Page: 279-287

Parentification: Boon or Bane? by AYESHA SAHA

Page: 289-301

Psychic Motives Behind Yoga
by DEBJANI MUKHERJEE

Page: 303-313

Hope and Nutritional Status in Relation to Psychosocial Distress among HIV/AIDS Orphans
by SHIKHA VERMA AND SWARAN LATA

Page: 315-324

Religiosity, Well-being and Mental Health among Hindu and Muslim Adults by ANIKA MAGAN, NASRINA SIDDIQI AND M. SHAFIQ

Page: 325-333

Community Attitude and Stigma towards Mental Illness: A Gender Perspective
by RAJA UPADHYAY, PRASHANT SRIVASTAVA, N. K. SINGH AND S. PODDAR

Page: 335-341

Psychosocial Aspects of Job Satisfaction among the Artists of Cultural Sector
by PRIYANKAR SINGHA AND SOUVIK RAYCHAUDHURI

Page: 343-351

Sports Motivation among Sports Players: A Gender Comparison Perspective
by KSHIPRA VORA AND RAVEENA NAIK

Page: 353-360

Relationship between Personality and Psychological well-being among Middle Adults by RESHMA, N.S. AND MANJULA, M.Y.

Page: 361-365

Adolescents’ Perception of Inter-Parental Conflict and Impact on Psychological Distress by MD. SHAHINUZZAMAN, ASOKE KUMAR SAHA AND SHAMIMA AKHTAR

Page: 367-376

Effect of Yoga Practice on Anxiety and Subjective Well Being of Aged of Old Age Home by SUSHAMA BHOSALE

Page: 377-386

Cognitive Coping and Psychological Problems among Bullied and Non-bullied Adolescents by SOMDEB MAJI, SASWATI BHATTACHARYA AND DEBASRUTI GHOSH

Page: 387-396

Organizational Citizenship Behavior and Organizational Commitment in Indian Workforce by MEERA SHANKER

Page: 397-408

Indian Classical Dances as Yoga: a Route to Powering Positive Psychological Traits by CHIRMI ACHARYA AND MADHU JAIN

Page: 409-415

Intelligence and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder by SAPNA VERMA AND SEEMA KUSHWAHA

Page: 417-425

State and Trait Anxiety among Cancer Patients: A Comparative Analysis by ANJANA BHATTACHARJEE AND AMRITA BANERJEE

Page: 427-436

Psychosocial Factors Contributing to Post Traumatic Growth by MEENA SEHGAL AND KIMMI VANEET KAUR SETHI

Page: 437-445

A Study of Type A Behavior in relation to Hostility, Stress and Optimism among Rural and Urban Male Coronary Heart Disease Patients by JITENDRA MOHAN AND SUKHMANI SINGH

Page: 447-458

Moderating Effect of Resilience: Thwarted Belongingness and Perceived Burdensomeness as Predictors of Suicidal Ideation by AKANSHA GAUTAM AND Y K NAGLE

Page: 459-467

Organizational Climate, Organizational Role Stress and Job Satisfaction among Employees by NILESH THAKRE AND NIRALI SHROFF

Page: 469-478

Validation of Stress Assessment using Mobile Phone by C. KALAIVANI ASHOK, S. KARUNANIDHI AND R. NARAYANAN

Page: 479-488

Word Recognition in Urdu by AZEEZ RIZWANA

Page: 489-495

Intrinsic-Extrinsic Motivation and Positive-Negative Affect of Correctional Home Inmates by SABNAM BASU AND SHABANA BANO

Page: 497-505

BOOK REVIEWS

Page: 507-512

Volume 11 (2016) Issue 1 , (January-2016 to June-2016)

January-June

Team Performance Scale for Hospitality Professionals
by VANDANA SINGH AND URMILA RANI SRIVASTASVA

Page: 1-12

A Study of the Effect of Color Meditation on Relaxation States
by NEVILLE RODRIGUES AND MEGHA DEUSKAR

Page: 13-20

Parental Bonding, Peer Attachment and Psychological Well-being among Adolescents: A Mediation Analysis
by S. SASIKALA AND NITHY CECIL

Page: 21-31

The Psychological Life Positions of Youth in the Context of Nirbhaya Incident
by VIDUSHI DIXIT AND ARCHANA SHUKLA

Page: 33-42

Spiritual Intelligence and Ethics in Negotiation
by SHRESHTHA YADAV, NEENA KOHLI AND VIPUL KUMAR

Page: 43-54

Role of Collectivism as a Moderator between the Relationship of Organizational Role Stress and Depressive Symptoms among Executives in Private Sector Organizations
by A. P. SINGH, VINOD KUMAR GUPTA, ANAND PRAKASH DUBEY AND ANOOP KUMAR SINGH

Page: 55-63

Analysis of Self Compassion and Self Esteem between Adolescents Engaged in
Physical Exercise in the form of Gym with those having Sedentary Lifestyle
by MEGHNA BASU THAKUR AND NAMRATA JOSHI

Page: 63-75

Impact of Cognitive Behavior Therapy on Anxiety and Depression in Adolescent students
by HEMANTHA KUMARA AND VENKATESH KUMAR

Page: 77-85

Role of Work Role Stress in Mental Health: A Comparative Study of Dual Career Teachers Couple
by AVANTIKA SINGH

Page: 87-95

High- Risk Sexual Behaviors in Young Men Seeking Treatment for Alcohol Dependence: A Qualitative Study
by SWATI KEDIA GUPTA, ANJU DHAWAN, ATUL AMBEKAR AND MANJU MEHTA

Page: 97-108

Effects of Caste on Development of Big Five Personality Factors by CHANDRASHEKHAR S. GAWALI

Page: 109-117

The Relational Self of a Destitute: A Narrative Analysis
by ERAM FATMA AND PALLAVI BHATNAGAR

Page: 119-127

Life-Stress Measurement of Cardiac Patient in Dhaka City
by ASOKE KUMAR SAHA AND MD. SHAJAHAN ALI

Page: 129-138

Relationship between Differentiation of Self and Marital Adjustment in Indian Couples
by ADITI LOHAN AND REEMA GUPTA

Page: 139-146

Age, Mental Health and Well-being by Uma Gupta

Page: 147-156

Attitude Towards Homosexuality : A Survey Based Study
by POOJA V. ANAND

Page: 157-166

They Lead, You Follow: Role of Non-Directive Play Therapy in Building Resilience
by SAMRIDHI AHUJA AND AYESHA SAHA

Page: 167-175

Positive Parent-Child Relations and GirlsÃ¢â‚¬â„¢ Vocational Aspiration
by URMILA SADOLIKAR

Page: 177-182

Health, Well-being and Development of Adolescents through Awareness about HIV/AIDS
by SAPNA VERMA

Page: 183-190

Effect of Severity of Premenstrual Symptoms on Quality of Life among University Students
by SUPRIYA SHARMA AND SUNITA GUPTA

Page: 191-199

Psychological Responses to Influenza A, H1N1 (Ã¢â‚¬Å“Swine FluÃ¢â‚¬Â) In India
by SANJEEV P. SAHNI, VAIJAYANTHEE KUMAR, D. K. SRIVASTAVA AND GARIMA JAIN

Page: 201-213

How is the Masculinity-Femininity and Gender roles relating with Perceived Controls like Personal, Interpersonal, and Socio-political Control among Adolescents?
by MAHARISHI R AND MAYA RATHNASABAPATHY

Page: 215-223

BOOK REVIEW

Page: 225-226

COVER

Page:

Volume 10 (2015)

Volume 10 (2015) Issue 2 , (July-2015 to December-2015)

July-December

Subjective Well-being Among Dalit Adolecents
by Vandana Jain and M. Y. Manjula

Page: 189-197

The Relationship between Perceived Stress, Self Esteem, Way of Coping and Problem Solving Ability among School Going Adolescents by PRASHANT SRIVASTAVA AND MANISHA KIRAN

Page: 199-209

Impact of Jacobson Progressive Muscle Relaxation (JPMR) and Deep Breathing Exercises on Anxiety, Psychological Distress and Quality of Sleep of Hospitalized Older Adults by NEERU, D. C. KHAKHA, S. SATAPATHY AND A. B. DEY

Page: 211-223

Self Concept of Helpless and Mastery Oriented Children
by SURENDRA KUMAR SIA AND MANDEEP KAUR

Page: 225-237

Socio Cultural Attitude towards Appearance and Multidimensional Gender Consciousness in Men and Women - A Pilot Study by T.S. SEEMANTHINI

Page: 239-248

Social Identity and Job Satisfaction of Bank Employees at Dhaka City by ASOKE KUMAR SAHA, PORIMAL KUMAR AND MOHAMMAD MOMEN SIKDER

Page: 249-257

Phenomenon of Worry : An Exploratory Study by MADHU RAI

Page: 259-266

Depression and Suicidal Ideation Among Elders by GODISHALA SRIDEVI, M.A. TRIPATHI, UDAY KUMAR, D. AND LAXMI NARAYANA, K.

Page: 267-276

Multiple Intelligence and its Influence on Locus of Control
by Ruchi Chaturvedi

Page: 277-293

Influence of Birth Weight and Stunting on Selected Cognitive Functions of Young Children in Low Socioeconomic Areas of Mumbai City
by MITRAVINDA S. SAVANUR, MRINALINI PURANDARE AND PADMINI S. GHUGRE

Page: 295-303

A Study on Emotional Intelligence, Family Environment, Mental Health Problems & Pro-Social Behavior
by V. SMITHA RUCKMANI AND ARUNA BALACHANDRA

Page: 305-317

Influence of Academic Motivation on Study Involvement Among Adolescents
by J. PARAMESWARI AND R. MAHARISHI

Page: 319-325

Interpersonal Communication Among Adolescents
by ARCHANA SHUKLA AND TANYA DIXIT

Page: 327-336

Spirituality and Social Support: Source of Coping in Mothers of Children with Intellectual Disability
by SUDHA RATHORE AND ROOPA MATHUR

Page: 337-346

Religiousness and Self-Actualization - An Empirical Study
by JYOTHSNA KAMATH B. AND H. S. ASHOK

Page: 347-355

Perceived Organisational Support and Work Engagement: A Cross Generational Study
by SAMINA BANO, KRITI VYAS AND ROHINI GUPTA

Page: 357-364

Anxiety and Quality of Life among Teaching Professionals: A Comparative Analysis
by ANJANA BHATTACHARJEE

Page: 365-372

Quality of Life in Epilepsy - Before and After Intervention by S. ANURADHA, PROMILA SINGH AND MASROOR JAHAN

Page: 373-384

Depression and Anxiety among Parents with Autistic Children by REJANI T.G. AND MARY TING

Page: 385-391

Does Having a Normal Child Benefit Mothers Psychologically Over those Mothers with Only Special Child? by VIPRADA GADRE AND VAISHALI MARDHEKAR

Page: 393-399

Emotional Intelligence, Resilience and Mental Health of Women College Students by V. Jayalakshmi and Sujaritha Magdalin

Page: 401-408

Employee's Work Stress: Review and Presenting a Comprehensive Model by R.S. LAL AND A.P. SINGH

Page: 409-420

Social Anxiety in Relation to Alexithymia Among Adolescents by HARPRIT KAUR AND SANDEEP KAUR

Page: 421-429

Physical Health Awareness among Primary School Students by SAPNA VERMA

Page: 431-438

Role of Trait Emotional Intelligence in Prosocial Behavior of Managerial Personnel by A.P. SINGH AND ANAND PRAKASH DUBEY

Page: 439-447

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Volume 10 (2015) Issue 1 , (January-2015 to June-2015)

Jan-Jun

Organizational Role Stress and Social Support as Predictors of Job Satisfaction among Managerial Personnel
by A. P. SINGH, AMISH, AND NITU SINGHI

Page: 1-10

IT Company Merger : A Comparative Study of Employee’s Stress and Anexiety by SHARMIN AMROLIWALLA AND SHEETAL RUIKAR

Page: 11-19

Positive Mental Health through Life Skill Education: Empowering Adolescents having Psychosocial Problems by ABDUL AZEEZ, E.P.

Page: 21-31

Optimism, Self-esteem and Social Support among Students with High and Low Test Anxiety
by A.V. BHARATHI, S. SASIKALA, E. NANDHITHA AND S. KARUNANIDHI

Page: 33-42

Effect of PREP Intervention on RAN in Children with Reading Disability in Kannada
by SURENDRANATH P. NISHANIMUT

Page: 43-54

Perceived Parenting : A Correlate of Mental Health and Social Maturity among Adolescents
by KSHIPRA VORA

Page: 55-64

Job Anxiety Among Bank Employees by SAPNA VERMA

Page: 65-71

Involvement in Decision Making Process: Role of Non-working and Working Women
by VIPUL KUMAR AND PRIYARANJAN MARAL

Page: 73-82

A Study of Need Satisfaction in Joint and Nuclear Families in Mumbai by CICILIA CHETTIAR

Page: 83-88

Organizational Commitment and Turnover Intention in BPO-ITeS and Retail Sector Employees by NILESH THAKRE

Page: 89-98

“I Don’t Feel Old”: Images of Successful Ageing by SISODIA DEVENDRA SINGH

Page: 99-109

Psychological and Nutritional Correlates of Restrained Eating Behaviour Among Young Female College Students by C. KALAIVANI ASHOK AND S. KARUNANIDHI

Page: 111-123

Early Maladaptive Schemas and Early Trauma Experiences in Depressed and Non Depressed Individuals: An Indian Study by MAREENA SUSAN WESLEY AND M. MANJULA

Page: 125-137

Cognitive Failure and Self Efficacy in Episodic Prospective Memory by Azizuddin Khan

Page: 139-148

The Role of Psychological Capital (PsyCap) in Psychological Well Being of Unemployed Indian Youth by KALPANA RANI E

Page: 149-147

Overcoming Autism’s Barriers: A Case Study by MEGHNA BASU THAKUR AND JYOTIKA VARMANI

Page: 159-166

Identity Crisis Among Early Adolescents in Relations to Abusive Experiences in the Childhood, Social Support and Parental Support by KARTHIKA R. NAIR, JUSTINE K. JAMES AND K. R. SANTHOSH

Page: 167-175

Quality of Life and Coping Resources Among the Parents of Intellectually Challenged Children by ARCHANA SHUKLA AND NEHA SINGH

Page: 177-185

Book Review by T.S. SEEMANTHINI

Page: 187-188

Volume 9 (2014)

Volume 9 (2014) Issue 2 , (July-2014 to December-2014)

July-December

Splintered Text and Eye Movements in Reading by Aparna Pandey and Prakash Padakannaya

Page: 203-209

Role of Culture and Sex in Academic Anxiety by S. Sahu and M. Jha

Page: 211-217

Chador or Char Diwari : An Analysis of the Veil and the Veiled in and through Indian Literature by RICHA CHILANA

Page: 219-225

Resilience and Spirituality as Predictors of Psychological Well-Being among University Students by ARCHANA, UPDESH KUMAR AND ROHTASH SINGH

Page: 227-235

Promoting Intrinsic Religiosity in Minority-Majority Relationships for Healthy Democratic Life by ASHOK KUMAR SAHA

Page: 237-245

Impact of Transactional Analysis on Parent-Adolescent Conflict and Depression among Adolescent students by BHARATHI KULASHEKARA AND VENKATESH KUMAR, G.

Page: 247-257

Gender Identity and Self Esteem among Educated Young Adults by APARNA BHATTACHARYA AND ARCHANA SHUKLA

Page: 259-269

Perceptual Motor Skills for Sharp ShooterÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s Performance by D. RAVI, DR K. RAMACHANDRAN AND MS. BHHAVYA

Page: 271-283

Quality of Life among People Living with HIV/AIDS (PLHA) by DISHA ARORA AND ARCHANA SHUKLA

Page: 285-297

Social Identity and Prejudice in Muslim and Hindu Adolescents of Traditional and Modern Schools by SHABANA BANO AND R. C. MISHRA

Page: 299-307

Burden of Care and Parent-Child Relationship of Parents of Autistic Children by MS. ARTI C. KANDOLKAR, DR. RAJESHWARI N. KENCHAPPANAVAR

Page: 309-317

Yogic Practices : A Healing Therapy to Relieve Stress of Middle Age People by RAJNISH CHANDRA TRIPATHI AND SHABANA BANO

Page: 319-328

Perceived Self of Institutionalized Elderly : A Gender Study by ARCHANA SHUKLA AND SHILPA SINGH

Page: 329-336

A Case of Behaviour Based Safety (BBS) Implementation at a Multinational Organization by DR. HARBANS LAL KAILA

Page: 337-348

Impact of Homes and Hostels on Morality and Achievement Motivation of Adolescents by DR. MANDEEP KAUR AND ANJU RANI

Page: 349-357

Perceived Stress, Self Efficacy and Reasons for Living as Predictors of Suicidal Ideation by AKANSHA GAUTAM AND UPDESH KUMAR

Page: 359-367

Phonological Awareness and Reading in Children with and without Dyslexia in English and Kannada by ANAND SIDDAIAH AND SHYAMALA K VENKATESH

Page: 369-378

Rorschach Ink Blot Test: A Comparative Study of Cognitive Mediation between Patients with Mood Disorder, Schizophrenia and Normal Participants. by SAMYAK MAKWANA AND L R YAGNIK

Page: 379-388

A Study on Organizational Climate in Relation to EmployeesÃ¢â‚¬â„¢ Intention to Stay by DR. MEERA SHANKER

Page: 389-397

Perceived Social Inequity, Internal Political Efficacy and Attitude towards Human Rights: A Psycho-Political Study of Women by TRINJHNA KHATTAR AND KANNAMMA RAMAN

Page: 399-410

Book Review
SEEMANTHINI T.S.

Page: 411-415

BOOK REVIEW
LAURA DESPORTES AND ANNE STEWART

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Volume 9 (2014) Issue 1 , (January-2014 to December-2014)

January - June

Religious Involvement and Intergroup Attitude by PRAMTHESH PANDEY

Page: 1-9

Loneliness and Quality of Life Among Elderly People by KALPANA SINGH AND S. K. SRIVASTAVA

Page: 11-18

Emotional Control of Cancer Patients: A Comparative Investigation by Anjana Bhattacharjee

Page: 19-26

Need for Autonomy among Rural and Urban Adolescent Girls by KAVYASHREE K. B AND M.Y MANJULA

Page: 27-32

pilepsy and the Child-Parental Coping and ChildrenÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s Attitude by DINIKA ANAND AND RAJIV ANAND

Page: 33-44

Internalizing Problems, Externalizing Problems and Depression among Children under Institutional Care by B. SUSHMA, G. PADMAJA and SWATI AGARWAL

Page: 45-54

Associations of Psychological Well-being and Interpersonal Relations with Obesity by HARPREET MEHAR

Page: 55-60

Mental Health of Elderly People by RICHA SINGH AND ANURAG UPADHYAY

Page: 61-70

Enhancement of Optimism as a Result of Participation in Competitive Sport - Mallakhamb by NEETA TATKE AND MRINALINI PURANDARE

Page: 71-80

Efficacy of Cognitive Remediation in Epilepsy by S. ANURADHA, PROMILA SINGH AND MASROOR JAHAN

Page: 81-91

Stress, Social Support and Psycho-physiological Health among Wives of Drunkards by BAL KISRHNA UPADHYAY

Page: 95-108

Youth, Sexuality and Reproductive Health Education by ANAGHA LAVALEKAR

Page: 109119

Prevalence of ADHD Symptoms in 12-13 Year Old School-Going Children by SAPNA VERMA AND SEEMA KUSHWAHA

Page: 121-129

Early Adulthood: The Role of Locus of Control, Meaning of Life and Subjective Well Being by THIYAM KIRAN SINGH AND NOREEN CHOUDHRI

Page: 131-139

Getting Aware and Acting Aware about HIV/AIDS by ARCHANA SHUKLA

Page: 141-152

Does Love Last Forever? Understanding An Elusive Phenomenon among Dating and Married Couples by SOUMYA SHARMA AND KANIKA KHANDELWAL AHUJA

Page: 153-162

Relationship Between Emotional Maturity and Life Satisfaction among Traditional Dancers of Odisha by SUDARSAN BEHERA AND B. RANGAIAH

Page: 163-170

Academic Performance in Relation to ParentsÃ¢â‚¬â„¢ Education, Institution and Sex by SHARMA, G. AND JHA, M.

Page: 171-178

Religious Involvement, Well-being and Mental Health in Men and Women by UMA GUPTA AND B. S. GUPTA

Page: 179-202

Volume 8 (2013)

Volume 8 (2013) Issue 2 , (July-2013 to December-2013)

July-December

Contradiction Resolution by SHALINI CHOUDHARY AND NAMITA PANDE

Page: 145-156

Rehabilitative Strategies as Template for Addressing the
Adjustment Problems of Area Boys and Girls in Lagos Metropolis
by MUBAIDAT ADENRELE ADENIYI AND MOPELOLA OLUGBEMISOLA OMOEGUN

Page: 157-166

Creative Thinking and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder by SAPNA VERMA AND SEEMA KUSHWAHA

Page: 167-176

Efficacy of Cognitive Remediation in Epilepsy by S. ANURADHA, PROMILA SINGH AND MASROOR JAHAN

Page: 177-188

The Relation between Happiness, Resilience and Quality of Work Life and
Effectiveness of a Web-Based Intervention at Workplace: A Pilot Study
by MAITHILY PENDSE AND SHEETAL RUIKAR

Page: 189-197

Organizational Commitment and EmployeesÃ¢â‚¬â„¢ Intention to Stay in Indian Companies : Factor Analytical Approach
by MEERA SHANKER

Page: 199-208

Effect of Religiosity on Psychological Well-Being of
Senior Citizens Living with Family and Living in Old age Homes
by SANDEEP KAUR AND SUNITA GUPTA

Page: 209-222

Somaomatization as a Form of Common Mental disorder :
A Hospital based Study
by NALINI BIKKINA

Page: 223-241

Does Justice Perception Matter for Psychological Well-being of Executives by SADHANA SINGH, AKHILENDRA K. SINGH AND A. P. SINGH

Page: 243-251

Global Recession and Work-family Issues among Call Center Employees by KAMALA RAMADOSS

Page: 253-261

Ecological Concern and Awareness among the Indian Adult Population by GEETIKA TANKHA

Page: 263-274

Occupational Self-Efficiency and Procrastination as Predictors of
Occupational Stress among Female Lecturers
by MAMTA SHARMA AND GAGANDEEP KAUR

Page: 275-285

Interpersonal and Priority Needs:
A Study on Employees of Small Scale Industries
by SWAHA BHATTACHARYA

Page: 287-298

The Experience of Shame in Social Phobia by VANDANA KAPUR AND SHWETA RAI

Page: 299-311

Resilience among Children and Adults from Disadvantaged Section of Society by MRINALINI PURANDARE

Page: 313-321

Volume 8 (2013) Issue 1 , (January-2013 to June-2013)

January-June

Role Efficacy in IT Sector Work Experience and Gender by RAJNISH RATNA AND ANUPRIYA THAKUR

Page: 1-11

Motivation to lead among Male and Female Police Constables by MAHESH KUMAR MAURYA AND MANISHA AGARWAL

Page: 13-21

Perceived Occupational Health and Employees Job Behaviour in Industrial Organizations by A. K. SRIVASTAVA

Page: 23-31

Counselling Trend in Indian Schools by Mahalakshmi Rajagopal

Page: 33-40

To Study the Effect of Academic Achievement on the Level of Self Confidence by S. K. Srivastava

Page: 41-51

Role of Grade and Gender in Adolescent Adjustme by D. V. VENU GOPAL, A. ASHOK AND K. MADHU

Page: 53-60

Transgender : A Psychosocial Profile by MRINALINI PURANDARE

Page: 61-69

Spiritual beliefs and Mental Health among institutionalized aged by RAJENDRA S. MHASKE

Page: 71-78

What is the Right Safety Attitude? A Ã¢â‚¬Å“fairy taleÃ¢â‚¬Â way of addressing this question! by M. K. RAO

Page: 79-84

Personality and Coping in Overcoming PTSD A Longitudinal Study among Tsunami Survivors by S.B. Raj

Page: 85-101

Emotional Intelligence among Working and Non-Working Women by A. VELAYUDHAN AND KEMLIT

Page: 103-110

EEG Alpha and Kappa Wave (Amplitude) under Varied Psychological States by SHAILENDRA SINGH

Page: 111-126

The Optimization of Formative and Summative Assessment by Adaptive Testing and Zones of Students Development by MARINA CHELYSHKOVA AND VICTOR ZVONNIKOV

Page: 127-132

Comparative Study of Mental Health of Undergraduates by SAPNA VERMA

Page: 133-140

Volume 7 (2012)

Volume 7 (2012) Issue 2 , (July-2012 to December-2012)

July-December

Forgiveness may Improve Well-being : A Theoretical Outlook by YUKTI GILL AND A. K. SRIVASTAVA

Page: 169-174

Evaluating Risk Takers as Potential Long Term Mates : An Evolutionary Perspective by Pooja Prabhavalkar and Megha Deuskar

Page: 175181

Relationship between Family Environment and Intelligence by VANDANA SINGH AND NATASHADâ€™CRUZ

Page: 183-193

Premature Ejaculation and Its Influence on Marital Satisfaction by A. R. Ghaderi and B. Rangaiah

Page: 195-202

Mental Health Concerns of Students and Teachers in Higher Education in India by Renu Sharma

Page: 203-210

Self-regulated Learning of Adolescents in Relation to their Achievement Motivation by S. KADHIRAVAN

Page: 211-218

Psycho-Social Predictors of Organizational Commitment by K. J. SANDHU AND SUMATISAHAY

Page: 219225

Emotional Intelligence and Anger in only Children and Children with Siblings by NEVILLERODRIGUES AND SHOBHANA C. ABHYANKAR

Page: 227-234

Socio-Demographic Determinants of Behavioral Problems in Asthmatic Children by Amandeep Singh and Manmeet Kaur Sodhi

Page: 235-242

Family Relationships and Optimism by MINADRAEI AND TBBVS RAMANAIAH

Page: 243-248

Effectiveness of Individual and Group Life Skills Training on Shyness among Adolescents by SR. ARPANA AND LANCYDâ€™SOUZA

Page: 249-255

Social and Life Skills Manual for Mentally ill Individuals who are Under Partial or Full Remission by PRIYADARSHINI CHANDRA DEO

Page: 157-263

Social Adjustment Problems, Academic Performance and Academic Hardiness in High School Students by MAHIGIR. F., VENKATESHKUMAR, G. AND AYATKARIMI

Page: 265-270

Environmental Stress, Affect and Social Interaction by S. R. TRIPATHI

Page: 271-277

Cognitive Workload of Air Traffic Controllers in Area Control Center of Mumbai Enroute Airspace by RAJ KUMAR PANT, ATISHTAUKARI AND KESHAVA SHARMA

Page: 279-284

Effect of Religious Values on Life Satisfaction by HIMANI ANAND, SHAILENDR APRATAP AND S. GOUTAMI

Page: 285-290

Relationship between Self-Esteem and Job Satisfaction among Teachers by SHRADDHA SHARMA AND PREETI MANANI

Page: 291-296

Study of Psychological Wellbeing of Employees in a Manufacturing Industry by Vijaya R. and M.Y. Manjula

Page: 297-303

Awareness, Parenting, Anger, among Parents of Children with Specific Learning Disability by KRUTHI M.K., SEEMANTHINI. T.S AND VISHNU SHARAN

Page: 305-312

Effectiveness of Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy on Shyness: Influence of Age by Dryoush Ghasemian, Lancy Dâ€™Souza and Sedigheh Ebrahimi

Page: 313-321

Adoption in India - the Past, Present and the Future trends by Saras Bhaskar, Rene Hoksbergen, Anneloes van Baar, Subasini Mothiram and Jan ter Laak

Page: 323-329

Emotional Maturity and General Mental Alertness of Prospective Teachers by SATISH KUMAR KALHOTRA

Page: 331-336

Volume 7 (2012) Issue 1 , (January-2012 to June-2012)

January-June

Dental Anxiety and Oral Health Care in India: The Role of Self-Efficacy by Shonali Sud and Nayantara Sud

Page: 1-9

Exploring Background Characteristics of Institutionalised Elderly by Archana Shukla and Swati Pathak

Page: 11-16

Occupational Stress and Work-Life Imbalance among Industrial Employees by Shobhana Abhyankar and Uma Pujari

Page: 17-24

Relationship between Emotional Intelligence and Coping among College Teachers by Kranti C. Gawali

Page: 25-32

A Study of Subjective Well-being of Adolescents in Relation to Big Five Factors of Personality by Shweta Singh and Ramjee Lal

Page: 33-42

Impact of Type of School and School Environment on Self-concept of Adolescents by Jagpreet Kaur and Munish Kumar

Page: 43-51

Coping Strategies of Cancer Patients treated with Chemotherapy and those treated with Radiotherapy by P. K. Mona and Archana Singh

Page: 53-59

Impulsivity and Selective Attention among Adolescents by S. P. Sinha and Yukti Goel

Page: 61-67

Vocational Aspiration and Family Environment: An Empirical Study by Urmila Sadolikar and A. J. Wadkar

Page: 69-76

Current Psycho-pathological Issues among Partners of Cancer Patients by Amir Askari, Jyoti. S. Madgaonkar and R. Kevin Rowell

Page: 77-85

High Altitude Stress by Archana and K. Ramachandran

Page: 87-94

Frustration and Anxiety among Sportsmen in Team games vis-a-vis Sportsmen in Individual games by Rutuja Chinchankar and Vaishali Mardhekar

Page: 95-100

A Study on Sexual Attitudes of Youth in Mysore Taluka by Ramya Bhaskar, Anjali B. U. and Komala, M.

Page: 101-110

Impact of Urban-Rural Culture in Pattern Recognition by Gurpreet Kaur and Soumi Awasthy

Page: 111-117

Promoting Educational Encouragement for Success by Aqeel Khan and Saedah Siraj

Page: 119-125

Effect of Lunch on Stroop Test Performance in High and Low Sociable Individuals by Nisha Khanna and Sunita Gupta

Page: 127-138

Correlates of Academic Achievement and Family Environment of Under-graduate Students by Radhakanta Gartia

Page: 139-145

Effect of Self - Concept on Adolescent Depression by Indu Sadhwani

Page: 147-152

The Prevalence of Perimenstrual Distress among Sri Lankan Adolescents by Buddhika Achini Ranasinghe and Manjula M.Y

Page: 153-158

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Journal of Psychosocial Research

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Advisory Board

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