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UG COURSES
PG COURSES
B.Sc Psychology
M.Sc Applied Psychology
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Programme Offered:
UG: B.Sc Psychology
Sanctioned Strength: 50
Eligibility Criteria: The Undergraduate degree in Psychology is a full time 3 year program comprising of 6 semesters. For admission into this course the candidate must have passed in the XII Grade Board exam of any stream. Students from Vocational stream are not eligible to apply. Preference will be given to science students with Biology. In case of application from a different board of education other than the Tamil Nadu State Board, then an eligibility certificate from the University of Madras will be required.
PG: M.Sc Applied Psychology
Sanctioned Strength: 26
Eligibility Criteria: The Postgraduate degree in Applied Psychology is a full time 2year program comprising of 4 semesters. Candidates for admission to the first year of the M.Sc Applied Psychology degree course shall be required to have passed B.Sc Examination conducted by the University of Madras or an examination accepted as equivalent there to by the syndicate of the University of Madras with Psychology as a major subject or one of the 2 or 3 major subjects.
VALUE ADDED COURSES: The first three courses listed below are uniquely designed to enhance vocational preparation and career prospects in psychology for students with psychologymajorin. The course on gender and sexuality is open to students from other disciplines.
- Dyslexia
- Peer Counselling
- Gender and Sexuality
- Psychological Fist Aid
Best practices:
- The department of psychology conducts a dyslexia course in collaboration with KIDS Learning Centre, which certifies students and enhances their employability in the field of special education. Six batches of students have completed and few are also employed
- Students of the department are encouraged to present research papers.
- Feedback is taken from students to enrich the teaching learning process.
- The Department encourages peer learning and peer counselling.
- The department resorts to innovative teaching methodologies such as showing moviesfeaturing mental health issues followed by discussions, activities such as role plays, role rehearsals, gratitude journaling, proposal presentations, chart presentations, worksheets discussions etc.
STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS
FACULTY PROFILE
Dr. M. RamyaMaheshwari
Qualification: M.Sc., MPhil., PhD
Designation: Assistant Professor And Head
Years Of Experience: UG: 15 Years PG: 2 Years
Previous Experience: UG: 2 Years & 3 Months
Area Of Specialization: Mental Retardation And Rehabilitation, Heath Psychology.
Email ID: [email protected]
Dr. K.Jayanthi Rani
Qualification: MA., PhD., SLET
Designation: Assistant Professor
Years Of Experience: UG: 16Years PG: 2 Years
Previous Experience: UG: 1 Year
Area Of Specialization: Counselling Psychology, Organizational Behaviour, Social Psychology, Developmental Psychology
Email ID: [email protected].
Ms.Keren Fredrick
Qualification: M. Sc. Applied Psychology, NET
Designation: Assistant Professor
Years of Experience: UG: 7 Years PG: 2 Years
Previous Experience: UG: 5 Months
Area Of Specialization: Counseling & Psychotherapy, Clinical and Health Psychological Research
Email ID: [email protected]
Ms. Radhikaa. K
Qualification: M. Sc. Counseling Psychology, M. Phil., NET
Designation: Assistant Professor
Years Of Experience: UG: 3 Years PG: 1 Years
Area Of Specialization: Theories of Personality, Social Psychology
Email ID: [email protected]
Ms. Helina Susan Shaji
Qualification: M. Sc. Psychology, NET
Designation: Assistant Professor
Years Of Experience: UG: 2 Years PG: 1 Year
Area Of Specialization: Abnormal Psychology, Developmental Psychology
Email ID: [email protected]
Ms. Pavithra. M
Qualification: M. Sc. Applied Psychology, NET
Designation: Assistant Professor
Years of Experience: UG: 2 Months PG: 2 Months
Previous Experience: UG: 8 Months PG: 8 Months
Area Of Specialization: Health Psychology; Social Psychology
Email ID: [email protected]
RESEARCH ACTIVITIES
RESEARCH ACTIVITIES
Paper presented and published by Students
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S.No |
Name of the student |
Paper Title
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International conference |
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1 |
Vaishali Bajaj& Anjali. B.Nair |
Presented a Paper titled:“Challenges Faced By Low Income Students: ALiterature Review |
International Conference on Current Perspectives in Educational Psychology 28-29 Nov 2013 |
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2 |
1Anjali B Nair |
Problems faced by low socio economic students: Indentifying the need for Life Skills Training |
5th International Conference on Life Skills Education |
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3 |
Deepa. S |
Best Paper award for Paper Presentation titled ‘Stress and coping amongst higher secondary students
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National conference on ‘Enhancing Psychological Well Being’ 2014 |
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4 |
S.Deepa and DhanyaPillai |
I Prize for their research paper titled “Perceived support satisfaction Young Adults” social Life among and |
Young Psychologist Competition organized by the Department of Psychology, Christ University on December 16, 2014. |
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5 |
V.Renuka |
Best Paper for her research paper titled “Occupational stress and Job Involvement among gulf Immigrants” |
International Conference on Enriching Employee Engagement in Organizations – Role of Psychology organized by Department of Psychology, University of Madras on 30 and 31st January 2015. |
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6 |
A.Swetha , P. Jayshree and S.S Aakruthi |
Best Paper for their research paper titled “Understanding and Managing disabilities :Role of School Counselor” |
International Conference on Recent Trends in Counselling organized by the Dr.M.G.RJanaki College For Women from 4th to 6th Feb, 2015. |
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7 |
Vaishali Bajaj and Anjali Nair |
Young Achiever award for their paper |
International conference on ‘Child and women mental health’ |
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titled’ Relationship between body image and depression: Comparison between adolescents and young adult female’ |
21-23rd March 2015 |
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8 |
Renuka B |
Awarded “Best Paper” for a Paper Titled: Occupational Stress among Gulf Immigrants. |
The Second International Conference on Enriching Employee Engagement in Organization – Role of Psychology. |
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9 |
Vaishali Bajaj and Anjali Nair |
Presented a research Paper on :Stigmatising attitudes towards depression and professional help seeking |
“Young psychologist competition” organized by the department of psychology, Christ University, February 2016. |
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10 |
Akshayalakshmi V.R |
Presented a Paper Titled : Faces without Voices- Physical and Emotional Abuse of Children by Teachers |
Fourth International and Eighth Biennial Conference of the Indian Society of Victimology. |
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11 |
1Deepa S , Divya j. Choksi and DhanyaPillai |
Presented a Paper titled: Psychological Well Being And Optimism Amongst Middle Aged Women |
UGC Sponsored International Conference on “Child and Women Mental Health”– University of Madras (2014) |
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12 |
1Anjali B Nair |
The Impact on Schizophrenia : A Literature Review |
Sixth International Conference on Schizophrenia – Schizophrenia Research Foundation 21- 23 Aug 2014. |
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13 |
Akshayalakshmi V.R. |
Presented a paper titled: A study of Emotional Maturity and Self- Concept Among College Students |
National Conference on Adolescent Health, sponsored by University Grants Commission (UGC) |
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14 |
Anjali B Nair and Vaishali Bajaj |
Presented a Paper Titled: Relationship between Work Locus of Control and Job Satisfaction among |
Second International Conference on Enriching Employee Engagement in Organization- Role of Psychology. 30th – 1st February 2015 |
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15 |
Anjali B Nair |
Presented a Paper titled: Attitude Towards Depression Among Undergraduate Students of Chennai City
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National Conference on Adolescent Health, sponsored by University Grants Commission (2015) |
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16 |
1Krithika P R, SindhShrii N and RamyaMaheshwari |
Caregiver Strain and Psychiatric Morbidity Among Primary Caregivers of Cancer Patients
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International Conference on Emerging Trends in Psychology |
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17 |
Manasa T, 1NausheenFareedha M and RamyaMaheshwari M |
Emotional Expressivity and Loneliness: A Cross-cultural Study
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International Conference on Emerging Trends in Psychology |
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18 |
1Sri Nandini, V, R and |
Family Satisfaction and its Imapct on Self Esteem among Youth in urban and Rural Areas |
International Conference on Emerging Trends in Psychology |
Paper presented and published by Faculties
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S.No |
Name Of The Faculty |
Topic |
Name Of The Conference /Seminars/Workshop |
Level (State/National/ International) |
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1. |
M. RamyaMaheswar i& A. Malarkodi |
Presented a paper titled “A study oftransactional styles and classroom behaviour and instructional management among college teachers” |
Conference on Current perspectives in educational psychology , 28th and 29th November 2013 organised by WCC and TNOU, Chennai |
International |
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2. |
M. RamyaMaheswar i& A. Malarkodi |
Presented a paper titled “Comparative study of cognitive styles between adolescent boys and girls”. |
Conference on Cognitive science initiative in education organised by ManonmaniumSundaranar University 13th and 14th March 2014 |
National
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3 |
M. RamyaMaheswar i& A. Malarkodi |
Presented a paper titled “Sexist attitudes among college going students” |
Conference on “Contemporary History” |
International
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4 |
A. Malarkodi& M. RamyaMaheswar i |
Co-presented a paper titled “ A study of sickness presenteeismand burn-out among college teachers” |
Conference on “Enriching Employee Engagement in organistaions- Role of Psychology” on 30th, 31st January and 1st February,2015”, Organised by theDepartment of Psychology, Institute of Distance Education, University of Madras |
International |
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5 |
M. RamyaMaheswar i& A. Malarkodi |
Presented a paper titled “Hope anddecisional coping patterns in teaching professionals”
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Conference on “Challenges inWorkplace counseling in the new millennium: New approach towards Employee Assistance Programme” from 1st to 3rd March 2019. |
International |
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6 |
Karthikeyan, K.Jayanthi Rani &C.Harini |
Ameliorate Autism through Integrated Therapy |
3rd InSPA National conference on School Psychology services to children with Multiple Disabilities, 22nd to 24th November 2013 at NIEPMD, Chennai |
National |
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7 |
K.Jayanthi Rani |
Fostering creativity in School |
School of Social Sciences, TNOU |
International |
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Environment |
&Dept of Psychology, WCC, 28th and 29th November 2013 |
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8 |
K.Jayanthi Rani |
A Psychological exploration ofIraianbu’s novels |
National Conference on“IraianbuPadaipulagam”, 7th &8th Feb 2014 |
National |
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9 |
K.Jayanthi Rani |
Periyar’s role in redesigning the socio-cultural environment of Tamilnadu and its impact on well- being |
Conference organized by Dept of History, Tourism and Travel Management, Ethiraj College, 30 – 31 January 2015 |
International |
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10 |
K.Jayanthi Rani |
“Hidden curriculum vs contemporary approaches to moral education – need and challenges” |
First International conference on School Psychology, Malaysia from 10th to 12th January 2019 |
International
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11 |
K.Jayanthi Rani |
“Spiritual Intelligence of college teachers” |
Conference on “Challenges inWorkplace counseling in the new millennium: New approach towards Employee Assistance Programme from 1st to 3rd March 2019. |
National |
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10 |
G.Aarthi |
Presented a paper titled, “Effects ofTreatment duration on motivation, coping and wellbeing in recoveringalcoholic” |
Conference on BiopsychologicalWellBeing on 25.02.2015 |
National |
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11 |
Haripriya . B |
Prepotency of Maslow’s Lower Order Needs Over Self- Actualization among Faculty |
Bangalore University, 6th – 8th May 2016. |
International
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12 |
Haripriya . B |
Influence of subjective vitality,self- esteem, importance and likelihood of attaining aspiration on self- actualizing behaviour of faculty |
Pondicherry University, 13th – 15th October 2016. |
International |
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13 |
Ebenezer Joseph, VeenaEasvarados s, SundarManohara n, David Chandran, Sweta Jain, Ashwath Paul |
Co-authored a poster presented titled” Impact of Chess Learning onIntelligence of School going children” |
11th International Neuropsychiatry Association, Neuropsychiatry 2018, NIMHANS Bangalore |
International |
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14 |
Ebenezer Joseph, VeenaEasvarados s, Suneera |
Co-authored a paper presented titled” “Enhancing Verbal Reasoning of School going children |
International Psychological Applications Conference and Trends, Portugal |
International |
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Abraham, Sweta Jain |
through Chess Learning” |
5th-7th May 2018 |
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15 |
VeenaEasvarados s, Ebenezer Joseph, David Chandran, Sweta Jain, Ashwath Paul |
Co-authored a paper presented titled “Impact of Chess Learning onProcessing Speed of School goingchildren” |
International Psychological Applications Conference and Trends, Portugal |
International |
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16 |
Ebenezer Joseph, VeenaEasvarados s, Sweta Jain, Jeevitha G |
Co-authored a paper presented titled “Malleability of Processing Speed through Chess Training in School going children” |
106th Indian Science Congress, Jalandhar |
National
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17 |
Ebenezer Joseph, VeenaEasvarados s, David Chandran, Sweta Jain |
Co-authored a poster presented titled “Enhancing Cognitive Functions in Children through Chess Intervention”
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T S Srinivasan-NIMHANS Knowledge Conclave 2019, NIMHANS |
National |
PUBLICATIONS:
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Name Of The Staff |
Name Of The Journal /Books |
Title Of The Paper
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National /International |
ISBN /ISSN |
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M. RamyaMaheswari |
Periyar University Journal of Psychology, |
Health locus of control and exercise participation motives in overweight adolescent girls.
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National |
ISSN No: 2319- 9601 Volume 1: No.1, pp.60- 66. June 2013. |
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M. RamyaMaheswari& A. Malarkodi |
Book on Current perspectives in educational psychology. |
A study of transactional styles and classroom behaviour and instructional management among collegeteachers” |
National |
ISBN: 978- 93-5001-418- 9, November 2013 |
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M. RamyaMaheswari& A. Malarkodi |
Book on Cognitive science initiative in |
Comparative study of |
National |
ISBN 978- 81-909565-1- |
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education |
cognitive styles between adolescent boys and girls |
2 |
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Anjali Nair & M. RamyaMaheswari |
Book on “AdolescentMental Health- An interdisciplinary approach” |
Co-authored a paper titled“Attitudes towards Depression among undergraduate students of the Chennai city |
National |
ISBN No: 978-93- 81992-64-7 January 2015 |
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A.Malarkodi and M. RamyaMaheswari |
A book on “ResearchStudies on Enriching Employee Engagement’ |
“ A study ofsickness presenteeism and burn-out amongcollege teachers”
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National |
ISBN: 978- 93-81992-65- 4 February 2015 |
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M. RamyaMaheswari&Dr.SheelaHemalatha Julius |
Research Journal of Social Science and Management |
A comparative study of Perceived Benefits and Barriers to Exercise between exercising and non-exercising and non- exercising adolescent girls |
International |
ISSN 2251- 1571 |
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M. RamyaMaheswari& Dr SheelaHemalatha Julius |
Indian Journal of health and Well being. |
Physical self- concept and Physical activity of overweight adolescent girls
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National |
ISSN: 2229-5356 Impact factor for the year 2012- 0.47 April 2016 |
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Amritha Sridhar and M. RamyaMaheswari |
Catalyst – Released by Campus innovation League, Ethiraj College For Women |
Role of Income and Gender in Personal Financial literacy |
Regional |
ISBN No:978-81- 936440-2-7 June 2018 |
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Sreenidhi S & M. RamyaMaheswari |
Catalyst – Released by Campus innovation League, Ethiraj College For Women |
Relationship between Locus of Control and Perceived Stress in Millennials |
Regional
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ISBN No: 978-81- 936440-2-7 June 2018 |
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Shobanalaksmi& M. RamyaMaheswari |
Catalyst – Released by Campus innovation League, Ethiraj College For Women |
Determinants of voting behaviour among college students |
Regional
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ISBN No:978-81- 936440-2-7 June 2018 |
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Samyuktha Kumar and RamyaMaheswari .M |
Indian Journal of Health & Well – being, |
Cognitive biases in preventive health decisions. |
National |
ISSN –p- 2229-5356 e-2321-3689 Vol(9), Issue 10-12, pp1005-1011 Oct- Dec 2018 NAAS Ratings 4.13 |
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K.Jayanthi Rani |
Full paper in the Procedings of the International Conference on Current perspectives in educational psychology, |
Fostering creativity in school environmentt |
International |
ISBN: 978- 93-5001-418- Nov 2013. |
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K.Jayanthi Rani |
Chapter in a Book titled“IraianbuPadaipulagam”Published by New Century Book House, |
Authored aChapter titled “APsychological Exploration ofIraianbu’s Novels |
National |
ISBN: 978- 81-2342-589- 4 |
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K. Jayanthi Rani (2014) |
Indian Journal of Gerontology, Vol:28, No:2, pp.291-302 |
Elderly and the Youth in the Intergenerational Indian Society |
National
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ISSN: 0971- 4189 |
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K.Jayanthi Rani |
Indian Journal of Social Research Vol.55(6) Nov-Dec, 2014 (781- 785) |
First Author – “Efficacy ofCognitive Behaviour Therapy in Alleviating Symptoms of Depression and Stress in Institutionalized Elderly |
National |
ISSN:0019- 5626 |
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K. Jayanthi Rani & S. Gayathri Devi |
Indian Journal of Gerontology. Vol.28, No.2, pp 291-302 (2014) |
Elderly and the Youth in the Intergenerational Indian society |
National |
ISSN 0971-4189 |
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Karthikeyan, K.Jayanthi Rani &C.Harini |
Chapter in a book titled‘School Psychology:Prospects of children with Multiple Disabilities’Authorspress(2016) |
Ameliorate Autism through Integrated Therapy
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National |
ISBN: 978- 93-5207-337- 5 |
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K Jayanthi Rani and S Gayatridevi |
Indian Journal of Gerontology (2018) Vol.32, No.1 pp 36-50 |
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy as a tool to enhance Mental Health of Institutionalised |
National |
ISSN:0971- 4189 |
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Elderly |
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Akila A and Jayanthi Rani K (2018). InSPA |
InSPA Journal of Applied and School Psychology April 2018, Vol. 1, No. 1, 11-12. |
Role of Physical Attractiveness Stereotype in Hiring Process |
National |
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HamsiniSivaramakrishnan and K.Jayanthi Rani (2018). |
International Journal of Social Sciences Review |
Emotional intelligence and coping skills among Indian cricketers. |
National |
ISSN: 2347- 3797 |
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Niveditha Ganesh Mohan and K.Jayanthi Rani (2018). |
International Journal of Social Sciences Review |
Cyberbullying experience and coping mechanisms of young adults. |
National
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ISSN: 2347- 3797 |
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Jayashree&Keren Frederick |
Catalyst – Released by Campus innovation League, Ethiraj College For Women |
Relationship between perceived parenting styles and resilience among young adults |
Regional |
ISBN No: 978-81- 936440-2-7 June 2018 |
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Ebenezer Joseph, VeenaEasvaradoss, Suneera Abraham, Sweta Jain (2018). |
International Journal of Scientific Engineering and Science |
Enhancing Verbal Reasoning of School Children through Chess Learning |
International |
ISSN No: 2456- 7361(Volume 2, Issue 7, pp. 1-3) |
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Ebenezer Joseph, VeenaEasvaradoss, David Chandran, Sweta Jain, Ashwath Paul |
Advances in Social Sciences Research Journal |
Impact of Chess Learning On Processing Speed of School-Going Children. |
International |
ISSN No: 2055- 0286(Volume 5, Issue 6) (2018). |
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G.Aarthi |
International Journal of Indian Psychology |
Effects of Electroconvulsive Therapy on Executive Functions |
International |
ISSN- 2348- 5396 |
ABOUT US
1. Department Profile
- Established in 2003, the Department of Psychology began its journey with an undergraduate program, admitting an initial batch of 30 students. In response to growing interest and demand, the intake was expanded to 50 in the year 2011 and an additional section with the sanctioned strength of 50 was introduced in the academic year 2003–2004.The department further broadened its academic horizon by launching the M.Sc. in Applied Psychology Programme in the academic year 2020–2021.
- Supported by a dedicated team of permanent, highly qualified faculty members, the department offers well-designed undergraduate and postgraduate programs that align with the dynamic and diverse nature of the field of psychology that prepares students to crack competitive examinations and placements. The M.ScProgramme in Applied Psychology features a broad range of specialization courses, including forensic psychology, neuropsychology, positive psychology, abnormal psychology, organizational behavior, with a core focus on counselling psychology.
- Innovative pedagogical approaches form the backbone of the department’s teaching philosophy. These include book and film reviews, role plays, group discussions, case studies, journal presentations, collaborative projects, and simulated counselling sessions. Enriching the academic environment further, periodic guest lectures by experts in various domains are organized.
- To enhance student employability and practical knowledge, the department has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with KIDS Learning Center, Chennai, offering a specialized course in dyslexia. Another MoU with Capt. M. Singaraja facilitates research in the field of gerontology. In addition to the dyslexia course, the department offers three other value-added programs focusing on peer counselling, psychological first aid, and gender and sexuality aiding in vocational preparation
- The Department has successfully organized state, national and International seminars, workshopsand conferences. Faculty and students actively engage in presenting and publishing research papers, with students winning accolades such as the Best Paper Award at various national and international conferences and the prestigious Young Psychologist Competition held at Christ University, Bangalore
- Faculty members also serve as resource persons for workshops and training programs, chair scientific paper presentation sessions at national and international conferences, and contribute their expertise on academic bodies such as Boards of Studies, Academic Audit Committees, and recruitment panels.
- Our annual event, PSYNERGY, the department’s signature initiative for out-of-classroom learning is theme-based featuring expert talks, workshops, and student-led intercollegiate events. Esteemed experts from diverse fields are invited to share their knowledge, thereby broadening students’ academic and professional perspectives.
- To cultivate practical skills and real-world exposure, internships are made mandatory for both undergraduate and postgraduate students. Students of our department take up internships at Institutes of repute. The department is deeply involved in community outreach to spread mental health awareness and foster social responsibility. Psychological training programmes are carried out for diverse populations.
- We encourage students to participate actively in academic projects and competitions, peer counselling, peer learning , Co-curricular and extracurricular activities, all aimed at fostering the holistic development of each student
E-mail ID: [email protected]
2. VISION
To establish ourselves as a leading center for psychological education and research, rooted in a culture of academic excellence, creativity, and community engagement
- MISSION STATEMENT
We are committed to:
- Equip students with comprehensive knowledge and skills in Psychology.
- Foster critical thinking, creativity, innovation and research acumen
- Promote mental health awareness, social responsibility and community engagement.
- Develop ethical and competent professionals, to address diverse psychological needs
By pursuing these goals, we will positively impact individuals, communities and society
- COURSE HIGHLIGHTS
- Comprehensive Curriculum
- Elective Courses
- Diverse Learning Opportunities
- Training in Research
- Practical Training including supervised counselling
- Experienced Faculty
- Mentorship Programs
- Value-Added Programs for vocational preperation
- Internships in diverse settings
- Student Committee and Clubs
- Interdisciplinary Approach
- Research Presentation opportunities
- SCOPE
Our program encompasses diverse topics with the emphasis on practicum to enhance learning
- Core Areas: General Psychology, Developmental, Social, Abnormal, Cognitive, Positive and Neuropsychology
- Applied Psychology: Organizational, Human Resource Management, Forensic, Health, Behaviour Modification, Educational, School, and Community Psychology.
- Psychological Assessments and Case Studies.
- Research: Investigating mental processes and human behavior for evidence-based interventions.
- Counseling Psychology: Therapeutic approaches,skillsand interventions for prevention of mental distress and promotion of mental health
Career Opportunities
- Clinical Psychologist
- Researcher
- Counselor
- Industrial-Organizational Psychologist
- Forensic Psychologist
- Health Psychologist
- Educator
- Entrepreneurship
STUDENT CENTER
QUICK LINKS
ETHIRAJ COLLEGE FOR WOMEN
ETHIRAJ COLLEGE FOR WOMENADDRESS
70, Ethiraj Salai, Egmore,Chennai 600008, Tamilnadu, India
PHONE
+(91)-44-28279189
EMAIL
[email protected]
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