PG-Psychology

Department of Post Graduation Studies and research in Psychology

The Department of PG Studies and research in Psychology marks a significant milestone, commemorating 25 years of achievements, memories, and growth since its inception 1999 enduring legacy and remarkable journey over the years.

The department was established in the year 1999 and was recognized as a research centre for P.h.D Programme in Psychology by Mangalore University in 2008. The department is a vibrant place with humongous opportunity for holistic development. Myriad forms of learning are adopted to enhance the learning experience. A notable feature of the department is, free counselling service named Arrayah: a ray of hope offered to the needy and hands on experience to the students through internship at Various Schools, institutions & organisations. Department offers certificate courses in SEN Provision, Perspectives of Indian Psychology, Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) and Psychological First Aid (PFA). The department also strives to inculcate research bent of mind among students by undertaking research projects and encouraging the students to present and publish research articles.

Courses offered:

MSc. in Psychology: Specialization of

  • Clinical and Counselling Psychology
  • Industrial and Organizational Psychology

Highlights of the Department

  • ARRAYAH: A RAY OF HOPE, Counselling services.

Helpline number: +91-8867529181
Timings: 9:30 am to 4:30pm (Mon – Sat)

  • Department Clinic
  • Hostel Counselling
  • Radio Talk
  • Clinical assessments
  • Day celebrations
  • Street play, Flash mob, poster making
  • Teach to Reach: a skill development & an awareness programme
  • Module presentation
  • Immunity to community
  • Psychotherapy Camp: Feeling to healing camp, Boot Camp on Integrative Psychotherapy Approaches for 90 hours Hands-on training

Memorandum of understanding (MoU):

  • Manasa Hospital, Shivamogga
  • Centre for multidisciplinary research (CMDR), Dharwad

DEPARTMENT MAGAZINES

  • MEGA MIND, Edition 1, April 2023
  • TRANQUILS: Health for all Ages, Edition 2, December 2023
  • THE MINDFUL HUSTLER: Mental Health at Work place, Edition 3, December 2024

Value added courses

  • SEN Provision
  • Perspectives of Indian Psychology
  • Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP)
  • Psychological First Aid (PFA)

Elective subjects offered by the department

  • Psychology in Everyday Life
  • Science of Happiness
  • Dynamics of Human Behaviour
  • Man and Mental Health
  • Personality Development
  • Life Skills Education
  • Yoga and Mental Well-being

Did You Know ?

"It is a stupendous task to understand mysterious, metaphysical realm of consciousness in a scientific manner".

Association & Activities

Psychological and Educational Association of Counselling and Excellence (PEACE)

  • Internships: Various Mental health hospitals, Rehabilitation centres, Counselling & HR centres located at Karnataka, Kerala, Delhi, Maharashtra
  • Field visits: Manipal Anatomy and Pathology Museum, Manipal; Chethana Special School, Bharathi Seva Mandali Trust, Near Sri Krishna Kshetra, Anekere; Manipal Technologies Limited (Industrial Visit), Adult Rehabilitation Centre, Hombeleku; LINK De-addiction & Rehabilitation centre, Padil, Mangaluru
  • Workshops – Workshop would be conducted to harness the practical aspects of psychology and it serves as a platform for students to witness how theory is put into practice which enhances confidence and sharpens the skills.
  • Psychovision– A psychological career fair offers networking opportunities, creative works, films, and performances, while panel discussions on diversity, mental health awareness, and technology-society interface provide insights from academic institutions and clinical settings.
  • Conferences- International conference on “Mental Health: a global concern & conviction – 2021”; National Level conference on “Millets & Mental Health – 2024”; National Level on “Sambandha, Sampreethi, Sangharsha: The Dynamics of Human Relationships”
  • Symposium – International Multidisciplinary Symposium on “Role and Future of Artificial Intelligence on Human Behaviour – 2023”
  • Seminar – International Seminar on “Breaking barriers: Advancing Psychological well-being across borders – 2024”
  • Career orientation: career opportunities in Indian defence services by Ms Nischitha Barke, Scientist, DRDO, Mysuru
  • Educational tour: Indian Psychoanalytical society & Institution of Psychiatry, Kolkata; Don-Bosco and Pavithram, Coimbatore; Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO), Bengaluru; SOS children’s village, Bengaluru; Manasa Hospital, Shivamogga; Kateel Ashok Pai Memorial college, Shivamogga
  • Guest lectures, Seminars, Webinars: National level webinar on Mental Health in an unequal world by Prof Girishwar Mishra, Scientist, Vice chancellor, Mahatma Gandhi Antarashtriya Hindi vishwavidhyalaya, Wardha, Maharashtra
  • Human Resource Development (HRD) activity: Student group will select a topic related to human resource management/development (interview facing skills, group dynamics, effective communication etc.,) with a module comprising of information and activities related to the topic.
  • Faculty exchange programme: It is a collaborative initiative that allows faculty members to temporarily exchange roles with counterparts from other institutions.
  • Case analysis and presentation: Each student has to discuss a clinical case which they have observed during their internship in detail. Case study includes the description of the case, history, MSE, diagnosis, pathology formulation and treatment. This activity enhances the skill for developing management plan for the disorder.
  • General seminar: A platform for students to develop presentation skills, enhance knowledge sharing and critical thinking on general topics concerned with psychology.
  • Journal article review and presentation: Each student has to review a psychological article published in a journal. It includes the presentation of the research study with critical analysis of the research methods, application, value of the study and discussion of scope for further research.
  • Discussion forum: Students are divided into different groups. Each group organises a group discussion every week on some topic of relevance/current affair (e.g. female feticide). Organising group introduces the topic to others and each group is given a question to be discussed (e.g., causes, moral, religious, cultural, legal aspects)
  • Movie review: A movie having psychological theme is seen and is reviewed in student groups. It helps in understanding a movie in a different perspective and focusing on the psychological dimension than just seeing a movie for fun.
  • Alumni interaction: Alumni offer valuable insights into psychology career paths, helping students make informed decisions, expand professional networks, and learn from their expertise, potentially leading to internships, job opportunities, and research collaborations.  
  • Path finder: Path finder is an unique activity where certain modules like stress, anger, relationship building would be given to non-psychological students of degree and to spread awareness about mental health at the same time eradicating myth about seeking counselling.  
  • Open House: The Open House is designed to give prospective students a comprehensive understanding of the department, helping them make informed decisions about their education and career in psychology. It is typically an event designed to showcase the department’s programs, facilities, and opportunities to prospective students and parents, exhibitions, Guided tour to department laboratory, mini-lectures, or workshops.
  • Faculty development programme: It is a structured training initiative designed to enhance the teaching, research, and professional skills of faculty members.
  • Awareness Rally – Mindful Miles: One effective strategy to raise awareness of mental health issues, encourage wellbeing, and lessen the stigma associated with psychological disorders is through a psychology-focused awareness rally. This is an interdisciplinary activity focusing on Physical health and mental health.

INTERNATIONAL LEVEL PROGRAMMES:

  • International Seminar on “Breaking barriers: Advancing Psychological well-being across borders – 2024”
  • International Multidisciplinary Symposium on “Role and Future of Artificial Intelligence on Human Behaviour – 2023”

NATIONAL LEVEL PROGRAMMES:

  • National conference on “Millets and Mental Health” organized by dept. of psychology in association with dept. of PG studies & Research in Psychology, SDMC, Ujire on 9-9-2024.
  • National level seminar on Role of Psychologist in addressing social concern on 12th April 2023.
  • One day National level webinar on Decoding the National commission for allied and health care professions Act, 2021 on June 6th 2021
  • National webinar on Mental Health in an unequal world, organized by dept. of PG studies & research in Psychology on account of world mental health day 2021 on 13-10-2021 in Google meet.
  • National level one day workshop on “Mindfulness based living”, at SDM PG college, Ujire
  • National level webinar on “Working Together to Prevent Suicide 2020” organized by Department of PG studies and Research in psychology in association with IQAC, SDM College (Autonomous) Ujire
  • Two days National level conference on “Sambandha, Sampreethi, Sangharsha: The Dynamics of Human Relationships” on 25th & 26th February, 2019
  • One day National level conference Psycho-vision on “Enhancing mental health across life span: Role of Psychologists” on 2nd March 2018.

Community Orientation

The Teach to Reach Program

  • To present various modules for the students aimed at improving their academic and holistic development.
  • To identify students who need special attention and help them.
  • To counsel the students who are in need and orient students and teachers about different strategies in improving their skills and abilities.
  • To address and educate the parents on creating a student-friendly environment at home etc.

Arrayah: A Ray of Hope

  • To help the hostelites assess their abilities, Interests, needs and find solutions to their problems.
  • To bring about a voluntary change in individuals.
  • To facilitate them to improve their self-esteem and help them in maintaining interpersonal relationships.
  • To provide a platform to understand their emotions, clear their doubts and resolve their conflicts.
  • Act as a facilitator in providing their overall development.
  • Help them live in a more satisfying and resourceful ways.

Counselling services

  • Marriage counseling
  • Career counseling
  • Rehabilitation counseling
  • Substance abuse counseling
  • Student counseling
  • Education counseling

Research outputs

Name of the Guide: Prof. Y T Balakrishna Acharya

Sl. No.

Awardees

1
Dr Shalini Aiyappa
2
Dr Deepa Marina Rasquinha

Name of the Guide: Dr M Y Manjula (2008)

Sl. No.

Awardees

1
Dr Vijaya R
2
Dr Vandana Jain
3
Dr Satheeshverma
4
Dr Kavyashree K B
5
Dr Shwetha T S
6
Dr Reshma N S
7
Dr Navyashree G C
8
Dr Rosa Nimmy Mathew
9
Dr Deepa Kothari
10
Dr Deepa Vanaraj
11
Dr Mahesh B S

Name of the Guide: Dr Maheshbabu N (2021)

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Research Scholars

1
Ms Akshatha
2
Mr Pavankumar
3
Ms Disha Rag
4
Ms Sindhu V

Name of the Guide: Dr Vandana Jain (2025)

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Research Scholars

1
Ms Ashwini H
2
Ms Athira
  • Faculty with Ph.D : 03
  • Faculty ongoing Ph.D : 03
  • Dr Vandana Jain in the year 2017 awarded with Ph.D (with coursework) in Psychology from Mangalore University under the guidance of Dr. M.Y Manjula, Professor and Head Dept. Post- Graduation studies and research in Psychology, SDM College (Autonomous), Ujire. Title of the thesis “Enhancing the level of Achievement Motivation, Academic Achievement, Well-Being, Self-Esteem and Self-Efficacy of Adolescent Dalit Girls”.
  • Dr Maheshbabu N has completed Ph.D. from Dept of Psychology, Karnataka University, Dharwad in the year 2015, through ICSSR Doctoral Fellowship, under the guidance of Dr. S. G. Jadhav, Associate Professor, Dept. of Psychology, Karnataka Arts College, Dharwad. The title of the thesis “Organizational Climate, Job anxiety, Job satisfaction and Mental health of teachers working government and private aided high schools”
  • Dr Ashwini S Shetty has completed Ph.D. in Psychology from Karnataka University, Dharwad in the year 2025, under the guidance of Dr Rajeshwari N Kenchappanavar, Associate Professor, Dept. of Psychology, Karnataka Arts College, Dharwad. The title of the thesis “Impact of Digital Screen Use on Cognitive functioning, Emotional Regulation and Quality of Life in Adolescence”
  • Ms Ashwini H is currently pursuing Ph. D in Psychology from Mangalore University under the Guidance of Dr Vandana Jain, Department of Psychology, SDM College (Autonomous), Ujire
  • Ms Sindhu V is currently pursuing Ph.D. in Psychology from Mangalore University on the topic titled ‘Well-being, self-regulation, learning approach and parenting among adolescents under the Guidance of Dr. Maheshbabu, Department of psychology, SDM College (Autonomous), Ujire.
  • Ms Athmika S is currently pursuing Ph. D in Psychology from Mangalore University under the Guidance of Dr Sudheer K V, Department of Psychology, SDM College (Autonomous), Ujire

Publication

BOOK:

  • Breaking Barriers: Advancing Psychological well-being across Borders published by the Department of PG Studies and Research in Psychology with ISBN no: 978-93-341-6827-3 and DOI link https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14363167, December 2024
  • Artificial Intelligence in Human Behaviour published by the Department of PG Studies and Research in Psychology with ISBN no:978-93-6076-152-3 and DOI- https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14351751, December 2023
  • “Mental health – a global concern and conviction”, published by Department of PG Studies and Research in Psychology, Sri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara College (Autonomous), Ujire. 2022. ISBN 978-93-54935-84-8, July 2022.
  • “Psychology: Existing trends and emerging fields”, New United Publishers, B-170, Baikampady Industrial area, Mangaluru, ISBN 978-93-81195-96-3, 2018

Research Project Sanctioned:

  • Dr Navyashree G C & Ms Akshatha K. Psychosocial distress among the survivors of child sexual abuse and need for personal safety awareness and education programme. Minor Research Project. India council of social science research (ICSSR) – 2022.
  • Ms Ashwini S  Shetty. Impact of digital screen use on memory, emotional regulation and health-related quality of life in adolescence. Seed Money Grant for Research – 2022, offered by SDM College (Autonomous), Ujire.
  • Ms Ashwini H. Impact of Spiritual wellbeing on Mental health,Quality of life Burnout among Daivanarthakas of Tulu Nadu research project sanctioned by Seed money grant project 2023-2024, SDM Research Centre. Ujire
  • Dr Maheshbabu.N. Effect of remedial training intervention on Arithmetic ability, emotional intelligence, and achievement motivation of academically poor performers: An intervention study. Seed Money grant project, Sri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara College (Autonomous), Ujire 2023-24.
  • Ms Sindhu V. Mediating role of Emotional Regulation on emotional abuse and Subejctive well-being among adlescents: A Mixed method approach. Seed money grant project 2023-2024, SDM Research Centre. Ujire

Research Publications:

  • Nayak, S & Shetty, AS. Minimalism and Quality of Life among Older Adults: A Phenomenological study. IAHRW International Journal of Social Sciences Review, Peer reviewed and Indexed Journal. NAAS Rating 4.42. 2025. 13 (4), ISSN (p) – 2347-3797. 968 – 972
  • Shetty, AS & Kenchappanavar, RN. Digital screen use and its impact on emotional regulation in adolescence. Indian Journal of Psychology. UGC CARE Group 1. 2025. ISSN: 0019 – 5553, 2025, 130-133.
  • Ashwini H. Impact of spiritual well-being and mental health among Daiva Narthakas of Tulunadu. Journal of Oriental Institution. 2025 Jun;75(11). ISSN: 0030-5324. Available from: https://journaloi.com/index.php/JOI/article/view/822
  • Sindhu V and Maheshbabu N. (2025). Prevalence of emotional abuse and its relationship between academic perseverance and achievement motivation among adolescents. Journal of Oriental Institute. Vol 74 (1). ISSN: 0030-5324
  • Sindhu V and Maheshbabu N. (2025). Mediating role of Emotional regulation on Emotional abuse and subjective well-being among adolescents. Journal of Neo-natal surgery. ISSN:2226-0439. Vol.14(7).
  • Shetty, AS & Kenchappanavar, RN. Cognitive Functioning and Emotional Regulation: The Levels of Digital Screen Use in Relation to Socio-Demographic Factors. African Journal of Biomedical Research. Scopus (Q3) indexed, Web of Science indexed. 2024. 27. ISSN – 1119-5096, DOI: https://doi.org/10.53555/AJBR.v27i3.3190. 952-966.
  • Shetty, AS & Kenchappanavar, RN. Health related quality of life in adolescence with varied level of digital screen use: A Quantitative analysis. Journal of the Oriental Institute, UGC CARE Group 1. 2024. 74. ISSN: 0030 – 5324. 149-164.
  • Raj, SN & Shetty, AS. Artificial Intelligence and Human Intelligence as a Innovate Combination in the Field of Psychology. The Role and Future of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Human Behavior. 2024. Department of Post Graduate Studies and Research in Psychology, Sri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara College (Autonomous). Ujire. ISBN – 978-93-6076-152-3, 128-135, 2023.
  • V, S & Shetty, AS. Exploring the Four P’ s in Cluster C Personality Disorder: A Systematic Review of Clinical Interventions in Adults. Breaking barriers: Advancing Psychological well-being across borders. 2024. Department of Post Graduate Studies and Research in Psychology, Sri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara College (Autonomous). Ujire. ISBN – 978-93-341-6827-3, 293-303.
  •  Vandana Jain, Mokshada. Nomophobia and its relation with self‑esteem among young adults. IER J Health Demogr. 2024;8(2):23‑30. ISSN 2454‑9207.
  • Vandana Jain, Varsha Malagi. Exploring the nexus of artificial intelligence, emotional intelligence, and leadership in the business landscape: Implications for AI integration and organizational success. Afr J Biol Sci. 2024;6(Special Issue 4).
  • Vandana Jain, et al. Level of self‑efficacy on Internet usage during COVID‑19 pandemic and post‑COVID‑19 pandemic among adolescents. Indian J Psychol. 2024;71‑77. ISSN 0019‑5553.
  • Ashwini H. Spiritual well-being and mental health among Daiva Narthakas in Kasargod: a quantitative exploration. In: Breaking Barriers: Advancing Psychological Well-being Across Borders. 2024 Dec. ISBN: 978-93-341-6827-3. Available from: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14363166
  • Sahana, Ashwini H. Exploring the prevalence of nomophobia among 10th grade adolescents across gender. In: Breaking Barriers: Advancing Psychological Well-being Across Borders. 2024 Dec. ISBN: 978-93-341-6827-3. Available from: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14363166
  • Nova, Ashwini H. Impact of lifestyle on psychological strain and motivation among student athletes. International Journal of Research and Analytical Reviews (IJRAR). 2024 May;11(2). P.ID: IJRAR24B3665. ISSN (p): 2349-5138, ISSN (e): 2348-1269.
  • Vani R Ballal, Vandana Jain, Sindhu V and Ramya. (2024). Level of Self-efficacy on Internet usage during COVID-19 Pandemic and Post Covid-19 Pandemic among adolescents. Indian Journal of Psychology.71-77. ISSN No:0019-5553
  • Sindhu V and Maheshbabu N. (2024). Prevalence of Emotional abuse and its Relationship Between Academic Perseverance and Achievement Motivation among Adolescents. Journal of Oriental Institute.34-46. ISSN no-0030-5324
  • VR, R & Shetty, AS. Resilience, Sense of Humor and Marital Satisfaction among Married Young Adults Across Gender. International Journal of Indian Psychology. 2023.  11(3), 2498-2518. DIP:18.01.238.20231103, DOI:10.25215/1103.238 ISSN (p) 2349-3429 , ISSN (e) 2348-5396
  • HR, C & Shetty, AS. Influence of Artificial Intelligence on Humans, A Psychological Perspective. The Role and Future of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Human Behavior. 2023. Department of Post Graduate Studies and Research in Psychology, Sri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara College (Autonomous). Ujire. ISBN – 978-93-6076-152-3. 80-92.
  • V. S and Shetty, A.S. Addressing Bio Psychological issues on gaming addiction causing heart attack among children. Process addiction: From the clinician’s lens, Nikhil publishers & distributors. 2023. ISBN: 978-93-5552-905-3
  •  Vandana Jain, Varsha Malagi. Perceived stress in adolescents across gender. Int J Indian Psychol. 2023;11(2):1657‑1661. ISSN 2348‑5396 (Online); ISSN 2349‑3429 (Print).
  • Vandana Jain, Poornesh Sharma K. Psychological well‑being and locus of control among underprivileged learners. Int J Indian Psychol. 2023;11(3):2566‑2581. DIP:18.01.244.20231103. DOI: 10.25215/1103.244.
  • Vandana Jain, Maithri Bhat. Self‑esteem among adolescents. J Veda Samskrita Acad. 2023;11(2):436‑439. ISSN 2250‑1711.
  • Surya PS, Maheshbabu N. Emotional Maturity and Resilience among Athletes. Int J Indian Psychol. 2022;11(3). doi: 10.25215/1103.261.Kashika R, Maheshbabu N. Exploring Adoption Disclosure Through Indian Adoptive Parents: A Qualitative Study. Ann Indian Psychiatry. 2023;7(4):359–65. doi: 10.4103/aip.aip_90_22
  • Rashmitha, Ashwini H. Emotional intelligence and social desirability among late adolescents: a study across gender and academic level. International Journal of Indian Psychology. 2023 Oct–Dec;11(4). DIP: 18.01.263.20231103. DOI: 10.25215/1104.310. ISSN (p): 2349-3429, ISSN (e): 2348-5396.
  • Sandra PJ, Ashwini H. Work-life balance and subjective well-being among working professionals across gender. International Journal of Indian Psychology. 2023 Jul–Sep;11(3). DIP: 18.01.263.20231103. DOI: 10.25215/1103.310. ISSN (p): 2349-3429, ISSN (e): 2348-5396.
  • Sindhu V and Ashwini. S. Shetty. (2023). Addressing Bio-Psychological issues on Gaming Addiction causing Heart Attack among Children. Process Addiction from the clinician’s Lens. 298-307.ISBN: 978-93-5552-905-3. Nikhil Publishers and Distributors
  • GC, N & MY, M. Psychosocial Distress experienced by the survivors of sexual abuse. Journal of Community Guidance and Research: An interdisciplinary journal. 2022;  39 (1).  3-16. ISSN 0970 1346.
  • Jain. V & Shetty A S. Impact of covid-19 on well being of Indian women, Shodha (UGC Care list -I journal), Dr HaMaNa Research centre, Sri D. M. College, Ujire, D. K. 2022.  ISSN No. 2249-0396, pp – 118-227.
  • Pooja, G & Shetty, AS. “It’s a jumble of Emotions”: Psychological Distress and Buffering Social Support in Women during Primigravida. Journal of Pregnancy child health. 2022. ISSN: 2376-127X, 9: 549.
  • S, T., Roy, S., N, S., U, V., Jain, K., N. D. & Shetty, AS. Eating Habits in an Indian Philosophical Perspective. International Journal of Indian Psychology. 2022. 10(3).  ISSN 2348-5396. 446-458. DIP:18.01.043.20221003, DOI:10.25215/1003 .043.
  • Malagi, V. A., Shetty, A. S., Jain, V., & Rao, A. Impact of Covid-19 on mental health: A literature survey of the existing research. International Journal of Health Sciences. 2022. 6(S3), 10698–10706. https://doi.org/10.53730/ijhs.v6nS3.8717
  • Jain, V & Shetty, AS. Digital competence among school teachers across gender. Turkish Online Journal of Qualitative Inquiry (TOJQI) (Scopus). 2022.13(1). e-ISSN: 1309-6591. 1083-1089
  • Gahlot, P., & Shetty, AS. Psychological Distress in First-time Expectant Fathers: A Qualitative Study. Asian Journal of Pregnancy and Childbirth. 2022. 5(3), 9-15. https://journalajpcb.com/index.php/AJPCB/article/view/30171
  • Jain.V, Malagi.V & Shetty AS. Role of psycho-social factors in skill development among youth: A systematic review. Mental health – a global concern and conviction”, Department of PG Studies and Research in Psychology. 2022. Sri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara College (Autonomous), Ujire. ISBN 978-93-54935-84-8. pp 62-68.
  • Jain. V & Shetty AS. Job Satisfaction Among School Teachers Across Gender. Mental health – a global concern and conviction. 2022. Department of PG Studies and Research in Psychology, Sri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara College (Autonomous), Ujire. ISBN 978-93-54935-84-8. pp 127-134.
  • Triveni S, Maheshbabu N. The self-efficacy and perceived social support among HIV-Positive adolescents: A correlational study. Int J Curr Res Mod Educ. 2022;7(2).
  • Hegde V, Maheshbabu N. Impact of Media Information in the Development of Novel Coronavirus Symptoms without the Disease: Nocebo Phenomenon. Int Neuropsychiatr Dis J. 2022;17(3):29–37. doi: 10.9734/indj/2022/v17i330205.
  • Sudheer KV, Maheshbabu N. A study on specific mental health issues among single parent and their adolescents children in the post Covid-19 scenario. Shodhasamhita. 2022;9(1).
  • Sindhu V and Megha S Rao. (2022). Prevalence of Internet Addiction and it’s relationship on Quality of Life among adults during COVID- 19 Pandemic. Mental health: A global concern and Conviction. 204-212.ISBN: 978-93-54935-84-8.
  • GC, N. Humor and Subjective wellbeing among women across age groups. The International Journal of Indian Psychology. 2021; 9 (3). ISSN 2349 3429.
  • S, S & Malagi, VA. Resilience as a moderating variable between Emotional Regulation and Procrastination.  Indian Journal of Positive Psychology. 2021. 12 (3) ISSN-p2229-4937, e2321-368X
  • Malagi, VA. Adolescents Cognition. Teen Vibes of Today’s Era in Education and Entrepreneurship (Rosewood Publication). 2021. ISBN no. 979-85-37611-75-2
  • Malagi, VA. Adolescents Attitude towards gender equity. Teen Vibes of Today’s Era in Education and Entrepreneurship (Rosewood Publication). 2021. ISBN no. 979-85-37611-75-2.
  • Jain, V & Shetty, AS. Impact Of Discussion On Learning Among Students.  International Journal of Advance and Innovative Research. 2021.  Volume 8, Issue 3 (IV) July – September 2021 Part – 2, ISSN 2394 – 7780, pp 29-33
  • Malagi VA & Shetty, AS. Looking into the global mental health problem and their determinants among adolescents. Modern Thamizh Research- An International Multi-Lateral Thamizh Journal. 2021. ISSN: 2321-984X UGC Listed (Group – 1) Journal. p814-p825.
  • Naik. P & Shetty A S. Internet addiction and social anxiety among young adults. International journal of applied research. 2021. 11(8). DOI: 10.36106/ijar, ISSN 2249-555X (e).
  • Jain V., Malagi, V & Shetty, AS. Deciphering the Role of Executive Function in Down Syndrome- An Analytical Study. Design Engineering Journal. 2021. (8). ISSN 0011-9342.17929-17946.
  •   Vandana Jain, Sayujya. College students learning in online mode during COVID‑19 lockdown. Shodha. 2021;11(1):176‑181. ISSN 2249‑0396.
  • Vandana Jain, Antony JA. Goal setting and fear of failure among indigent adolescents. J Psychol Educ. 2021;58(2):5505‑5512. ISSN 0033‑3079.
  • Maheshbabu N, Madhushree S, Rakesh TS. Impact of post-covid-19 lockdown on life satisfaction and mental health of college students. Mod Thamizh Res. 2021;9.
  • Rao and Sindhu V. (2021). Academic stress among 10th standard students taking daily tests during covid-19 lockdown period. Journal of Mental Health Education. 3(1).11-18. ISSN 2456-5733.
  • GC, N. Effect of Training on Decision Making skill on Teacher trainees. 2020; Strad Research, An UGC CARE Approved Group B Journal, 7 (11). ISSN 0039 2049.
  • GC, N. Academic Resilience among young adults. Indian Journal of Health and Wellbeing. 2020; 11(1-3). ISSN 2229 5356.
  • GC, N. Forgiveness and Self-Esteem among adults who are into different relationship status. Psychology: Research innovations in young minds. Laxmi Book Publication. 2020. ISBN 978-1-71657-064-3.
  • Jacob, AM & GC, N. Forgiveness and Self-Esteem among adults who are into different relationship status. Research Innovations in Young Minds. 2020. ISBN 978 1 71657 064 3 
  • Malagi, VA & CV, V. Menstrual Distress among women with and without Hypothyroidism. Journal of Community Guidance and Research. 2020. 37(1).
  • Rao, V A, Malagi, VA. Sensation seeking among Marijuana smokers. The International Journal of Indian Psychology. 2020. 8(2). ISSN 2348-5396
  • S, K & Malagi, VA. Emotional maturity and self-esteem among adolescents staying in government children’s home. The International Journal of Indian Psychology. 2020. 8(2). ISSN 2348-5396
  • MR, D & Malagi, VA. Perceived social support among musicians and dancers. Indian Journal of Health and Well-being. 2020. 11(4-6), 190-193 NAAS rating 4.13.
  • R, T & Malagi VA. Happiness, Life Satisfaction and self-efficacy among entrepreneurs and professionals. The International Journal of Indian Psychology. 2020. 8(3).
  • MR, D Varsha A Malagi. Psychological Well-being among musicians and dancers. Indian Psychological Review. 2020. 94 (2), 35-46
  • Shetty A S & Jain V. Perceived social support among alcoholics under first treatment and alcoholics under relapse. International Journal of Indian Psychology. 2020. 8(3). 658-669. DIP:18.01.076/20200803, DOI: 10.25215/0803.076.ISSN 2348-5396(e), ISSN 2349-3429 (p)
  • Jain V & Shetty A S. Impact of Covid-19 on Well-being of Indian women. Proceedings of the International Conference on Women Leadership, Psychology and Social Sciences 2020. Virtual International conference Red Talks International, India Chapters on 28th & 29th August 2020. ISBN: 978-93-90146-03-1
  •   V Sindhu, Vandana Jain. Parenting style and emotional maturity among adolescents across gender. Indian J Health Well‑Being. 2020;11(7‑9):311‑314. ISSN 2229‑5356.
  • Shetty A, Vandana Jain. Perceived social support among alcoholics under first treatment and alcoholics under relapse. Int J Indian Psychol. 2020;8(3):961‑972. DOI: 25215/08030.008.
  • Mathew A, Vandana Jain. Death anxiety among civilian kidney donors. Int J Indian Psychol. 2020;8(3):58‑63. DOI: 25215/08030.008.
  • Maheshbabu N, Madhushree S. Mental Alertness, Self-esteem and Emotional Intelligence of Underprivileged Students: A Remedial Intervention Program. J Educ Soc Behav Sci. 2020;33(3):15–9. doi: 10.9734/JESBS/2020/v33i330205.
  • Saji JS, Maheshbabu N. Mental health and Optimism of Health Care worker’s During Covid-19: A Qualitative Analysis. Phonix Int J Psychol Soc Sci. 2020;4(4).
  • Namratha M, Maheshbabu N. Perception of career and its barriers among middle class young adults. IAHRW Int J Soc Sci Rev. 2020;8(7-9):312.
  • Sindhu V and Maheshbabu. (2020). Spiritual well-being among undergraduates of different streams; An explanatory study. International journal of social science andhumanities.8(2). ISSN 2348-3164.
  • Sindhu V and Vandana Jain. (2020). Parenting style and Emotional Maturity among adolescents across gender. Indian journal of health and well-being. Indian Journal of Health and Wellbeing. 11(7). 311-314.ISSN p 2229-5356.
  • GC, N & MY, M. Self Efficacy among adolescent survivors of sexual abuse and use of solution focused therapy. Indian Journal of Applied Research. 2019; 9 (2). ISSN 2249-555X
  • K S, A & G C, N. Influence of cultural ambiguity on interpersonal relationship among Anglo Indians. Asian Journal of Multidimensional Research. 2019; 8 (9). ISSN 2278-4853
  • K S, A & G C, N. Identity Issues among Young Adult and Middle-Aged Anglo- Indians. The International journal of Indian Psychology; 2019. 7 (4). ISSN: 23493429. 
  • Malagi, VA. College-going late adolescent’s Attitude towards women. IOSR Journal of Humanities and Social Science (IOSR-JHSS). 2019. 24(1).
  • Malagi, VA. Mindfulness among Non-Ashtang Yoga Practitioners and Non-Yoga Practitioners. International Journal for Psychology and Social Sciences. 2019. 03(1); Page no. 94 – 109
  • Nirmal, A & Malagi, VA. Helping Attitude among Nurses working in Government and Private Hospitals, International Journal of Research in Social Sciences. 2019. 9 (1). ISSN: 2249-2496
  • HK & Malagi, VA. Mindfulness among theatre artists and Non-theatre artists. International Journal of Social Sciences Review. 2019. 7(6). ISSN: 2347-3797, 1815-1819
  • Antony JA, Vandana Jain. Goal setting among indigent adolescents. Int J Res Anal Rev. 2019;6(2):111‑117. E‑ISSN 2348‑1269; P‑ISSN 2349‑5138.
  • 18.  Kulkarni S, Vandana Jain. The impact of intervention programme on self‑esteem and achievement motivation among adolescent girls. Asian J Multidimensional Res. 2019;8(Spl Iss 2):181‑188. ISSN 2278‑4853
  • Maheshbabu N. The differences in socio demographic factors on cyber bullying among adolescents. Indian Psychol Rev. 2019;92(1):3–6.
  • GC, N & MY, M. Subjective wellbeing and self-esteem among adolescents who have experienced and who have not experienced sexual abuse. Psychology: existing trends and emerging fields. 2018. ISBN: 978-93-81195-96-3, page no. 231-239
  • GC, N., KR, & TR, R. Self efficacy and life satisfaction among young adults. Understanding human beings. 2018. ISBN 978-81-931 489-9-0
  • Malagi, VA. Spirituality among Non-Ashtang Yoga practitioners and Non-Yoga Practitioners. The International Journal of Indian Psychology. 2018. 6(4). ISSN 2348-5396 (e) | ISSN: 2349-3429 (p), DIP: 18.01.116/20180604 DOI: 10.25215/0604.116.
  •   Ramesh A, Vandana Jain. Self‑esteem among pre‑university students. Int J Indian Psychol. 2018;6(4):60‑67. ISSN 2349‑3429.
  • Vandana Jain, Prapai A. Self‑esteem and self‑efficacy among orphan adolescents and adolescents living with their parents. Contemp Res India. 2018;8(1):103‑107. ISBN 2231‑2131
  • Maheshbabu N, Chandrkanth BK, Chengti SS. Impact of mental health on job satisfaction of secondary school couple teachers. Int J Indian Psychol. 2018;6(2).
  • Maheshbabu N, Bappan B. Mental alertness and self-esteem of underprivileged students. Int J Curr Res. 2018;10(1).
  • Maheshbabu N, Bappan B. An intervention program on mental alertness and self-concept of the underprivileged. Int J Curr Res Mod Educ. 2018;3(1):60–2.
  • Mohan S, Maheshbabu N. Depression among recently disabled adolescents adapting to a new reality. Indian Psychol Rev. 2018;90(1):13–8.
  • GC. N & MY, M. (2017). Psychological wellbeing among the adolescents who have experienced and who have not experienced sexual abuse. Indian journal of health and wellbeing; 2017. 8 (4). 2229-5356
  •   Vandana Jain, Manjula MY. Effect of intervention programme on academic achievement and self‑efficacy of adolescent Dalit girls. Art Educ Int Res J. 2017;4(1):1‑3. ISSN 2349‑1353.
  • Maheshbabu N, Chandrkanth BK, Chengti SS. Adjustment and Social support of pre-university college adolescents. Int J Indian Psychol. 2017;4(2).
  • GC, N. Effect of Psychosocial Education on Intimacy and Autonomy among Adolescents. International Journal of Research in social sciences (IJRSS). 2016; 6 (1).  ISSN- 2249-2946
  • GC, N. Need for Psychologists in schools: Teachers’ Perspective. Shodha. 2016. 5 (2). ISSN 2249-0396
  • GC, N. Effect of Psychosocial Education on Achievement motivation among adolescents. Indian Journal of Applied Research. 2016. 6 (4). ISSN – 2249-555X 
  • GC, N & SK, S. Attitude towards marriage and life satisfaction among mid adults’. International journal of Indian Psychology. 2016. 3 (3). ISSN 2348- 5396. 
  • GC, N & SK, S. Happiness Life satisfaction and subjective wellbeing among mid adults. International Research journal of management science and technology (IJMST). 2016.  6 (7). ISSN- 2348-9367.
  • GC, N., NJ, R & S, S. Family climate of urban and rural adolescents. Understanding human beings. 2016. ISBN 978-81-931 489-9-0
  • GC, N., GV, A & NK, P. Self efficacy & Mindful awareness among athletes and artists. Understanding human beings. 2016. ISBN 978-81-931 489-9-0
  • M, P & GC, N. Gratitude and helping attitude among rural and urban late adolescents. Understanding human beings. 2016. ISBN 978-81-931 489-9-0
  •   Vandana Jain, Manjula MY. Impact of intervention programme on achievement motivation and academic achievement of Dalit adolescent girls. Shodha. 2016;5(2):136‑145.
  • Vandana Jain, Manjula MY. Psychological well‑being among Dalit adolescent girls. IER J Health Demogr. 2016;1(2):23‑30. ISSN 2454‑9207.
  • Maheshbabu N, Jadhav SG. Job anxiety, Job Satisfaction and Mental Health among Working Teacher Couples. Int J Curr Res. 2016.

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