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Empirical study on preference of millennials towards healthy food products with respect to organic and functional foods Pages: 460-469 Mansi Arora Madan (Jagan Institute of Management Studies, Delhi) With increase in health consciousness amongst Indians in the past decade, Indian agro food market has grown manifolds. Healthier food products are more conveniently available and preferred by Indian consumers today. The trend is more commonly seen in young Indian consumer who is ready to spend more on healthy food items, gym memberships and health diet applications or consultants to stay fit and presentable. Consequently, the food industry has undertaken the reactive strategies to meet the growing inclination towards healthy food by introducing organic and functional foods options. The research proposes a survey of 300 Indian Millennials to understand their attitude towards healthy food options with specific reference to Organic and functional food products. The results are attained though the implementation of measures of central tendency and Pearson's chi-squared test. The main aim of this paper is to derive indications that may contribute to better strategic and tactical marketing decisions. Pages: 460-469Mansi Arora Madan (Jagan Institute of Management Studies, Delhi) Read more Get Access
Use of internet services of Nehru library CCS Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar: A case study Pages: 470-473 Surender Kumar (School of Studies in Library & Information Science, Vikram University, Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh) This paper presents the results of a study conducted on the use of internet services of Nehru Library, CCS Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar. Survey method was used to collect the data from the users with the help of structured questionnaires. The present study examined the different aspects of internet searching behavior of the students. The study shows that 35.52 % of the users having more than 4 year experience with internet. The majority of the users i.e. 28.94% access the internet at daily basis. The most preferred place of using internet was 67.76% at Nehru Library. Most of the users were using internet for the web based library resources like CeRA, Indiastat, Krishi Prabha (e-theses), e-learning portal and Britannica online etc. Google was the most favorite search engine among the users. The majority of the users were fully satisfied with the present internet services offered by the Nehru Library, CCS HAU, Hisar Pages: 470-473Surender Kumar (School of Studies in Library & Information Science, Vikram University, Ujjain, Madhya… Read more Get Access
Depression and parental bonding styles among school going adolescents of Tripura: A comparative study Pages: 474-478 Anjana Bhattacharjee and Rebeka Debbarma (Department of Psychology, Tripura University, Tripura) The present study aimed to investigate the level of depression and parental bonding styles among school going adolescents of Tripura. Further the study also attempted to explore the relationship between level of depression and parental bonding styles among the adolescents. The Sample consisted of 1200 school going adolescent and they were selected randomly from different schools of Tripura. Out of 1200 study subjects, 702 were adolescent boys and 498 were adolescent girls. Again among the 1200 subjects, 693 adolescents were from urban areas and the rest 507 were from rural areas. In order to collect data from the subjects Beck Depression Inventory II (BDI-II) developed by Beck et al. (1996) and Parental Bonding Instrument (PBI) developed by Parker et al. (1979) were administered. Findings showed insignificant difference between male and female adolescents with respect to their depression and parental care. In case of parental overprotection male and female adolescents differed significantly. Similarly no significant difference was found among urban and rural adolescents with respect to their parental overprotection. However urban and rural adolescents differed significantly in regard to their depression and parental care. Finally significant correlation was found between depression and parental bonding style. Pages: 474-478Anjana Bhattacharjee and Rebeka Debbarma (Department of Psychology, Tripura University, Tripura) Read more Get Access
Eye-for-an-eye, tooth for a tooth: Reaction without reflection Pages: 479-484 Vatsala Saxena (Department of Psychology, University of Delhi, Dehli) The findings documented in the paper are a part of the larger project that attempted to study how morality is constructed in the everyday conversation between parents and children. For this purpose everyday family discourses were collected from 12 upper middle class Delhi based families. These families had at least one child between 3-5 years of age. He/she was the participant child, and the discourses involving him/her were the focus of the study. The discourses pre-dominantly revolved around four values, namely 'respecting elders', 'sharing', 'harm' and 'reference to God'. This paper addresses the concerns of inflicting harm. The 'harm' here is characterized by the minor physical fights which transpires between children, but warrants no major injury. The paper seeks to discuss how the mothers address such instances of physical fights or threats reported by their children, and consequently how the children construe the notion of harm. The study was carried out in two phases. In the first phase, the everyday conversations between the child and the adult (s) were recorded and subjected to discourses analysis. The analysis was guided by the paradigm of discursive psychology. The analysis suggests that the mothers do not focus on the issue of righteousness of the act, but emphasize more on the combative action. In the second phase, the parents were interviewed to triangulate the discursive findings. The semi-structured interview schedule was based on the understanding developed from the analysis of the discourses. Both the methods of study seem to converge on a common understanding. The focus on reaction, without reflection, seems to guide the child in understanding harm as something that warrants retaliation and as a legitimate manifestation of power. Pages: 479-484Vatsala Saxena (Department of Psychology, University of Delhi, Dehli) Read more Get Access
Thyroid Hypo-function: Neuropsychological issues Pages: 485-491 Vatsal P. Pandey, Tara Singh, and SK Singh (Science Lab, Department of Psychology, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh ) Hypothyroidism has been associated with various neuropsychological issues that range from general mental dysfunction to specific cognitive domains such as memory, working memory, attention, visuospatial functions and language. These neuropsychological issues or deficits are found, in some cases, reversible while in some cases permanent, the current article reviewed various studies which have taken up these issues. The article starts with a brief introduction which throws light on endocrinological underpinnings of the thyroid gland with a brief reference to symptoms, pathophysiology, and epidemiology of thyroid hypo-function. Later, the article gives an overview of the prevalent research methodology used in this area of research. Further, the article discusses various types of neurocognitive deficits present in thyroid hypo-function followed by a discussion on their reversibility pattern. Following this, the article discusses the impact of thyroid hormone on brain and makes an attempt to delineate neuroanatomical correlates of thyroid hypo-function and neurocognitive deficits. Lastly, the article discusses how mood can be a potential confounder while establishing an association between neurocognitive deficits and thyroid hypo-function. The article concludes by discussing various limitations seen in the studies reviewed and identifies prospective areas for further research. Pages: 485-491Vatsal P. Pandey, Tara Singh, and SK Singh (Science Lab, Department of Psychology, Banaras… Read more Get Access
Counseling for community well-being and happiness Pages: 492-497 Navin Kumar, Himanshi Bhati and Vandita Sharma (Department of Psychology, Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar College, University of Delhi, Delhi) The notion of happiness and life satisfaction are directly relevant to encouraging some sense of the worth of living. Measuring feelings can be very subjective, but in nonetheless a useful complement to more objective data when comparing quality of life across various section of society. Life satisfaction measures how people evaluate their life as a whole rather than their current feelings. It captures a reflective assessment of which life circumstances and conditions are important for subjective well-being. Within the evolutionary framework of human nature, meaning and purpose of human existence is an important conception of positive psychology. The present study focus to assess level of life satisfaction among 60 women of unprivileged section of society the method was interview using quantitative approach of measuring subjective well-being based on Ed. Diener life satisfaction scale (2000). Arithmetic mean a measure of central tendency used as satisfied technique and finding were reported that is the level of life satisfaction among women of slums are low. Pages: 492-497Navin Kumar, Himanshi Bhati and Vandita Sharma (Department of Psychology, Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar… Read more Get Access
Situational analysis of rural family environment Pages: 498-500 Gaytri Tiwari (Technical Coordinator, AICRP-HDFS, College of Home-Science, MPUAT, Udaipur) Ruchi Galundia (Senior Research Fellow, AICRP-HDFS, College of Home-Science, MPUAT, Udaipur) The family is the oldest and the most important of all the institutions that man has devised to regulate and integrate his behaviour as he strives to satisfy his basic needs. Its key position rests on its multiple functions in relation to overall well-being. Therefore, it would emerge that not only the social and physical well-being of the individual is taken care of by the family, but the psychological well-being as well. Because children's lives are centered initially within their families, the family environment becomes the primary agent of socialization. The family environment involves the circumstances and social conditions within families. Since each family is made up of different individuals in a different setting, each family environment is unique. The environments can differ in many ways which directly or indirectly affects the development of youth. The study examined the assessment of family environment of rural youth. The total sample for the present study consists of 40 youth from five operational villages of AICRP, i.e., Nohra, Lakhawali, Maanpura, Bhilwara, and Dangio ka Guda. These youth belonged to the age group of 14-24 years. Frequency and Percentage distribution was used for statistical analysis. Results revealed that overall family environment of rural youth were poor in the aspects of relationship dimensions, personal growth dimensions and system maintainence dimensions. Pages: 498-500Gaytri Tiwari (Technical Coordinator, AICRP-HDFS, College of Home-Science, MPUAT, Udaipur)Ruchi Galundia (Senior Research Fellow… Read more Get Access
Understanding mental health amongst adolescents in the Indian context Pages: 501-507 Pooja Rawat (Department of Psychology, Lady Sri Ram College for Women, Delhi University, Delhi ) Richa Malhotra (Department of Psychology, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi) A state of positive health and well-being ensures an individual's functioning in various spheres of life. There exists an urgent need to attend to mental health as it remains largely neglected, that can potentially have adverse implications for the general healthcare. The current study aims at understanding the perception of mental health amongst adolescents and various misconceptions attached to it. A pre-drafted questionnaire and Focus Group Discussion (FGD) was used. For this purpose, participants between 17-19 years were selected through convenience sampling. An ex post facto design was used. Data was subjected to content analysis to elicit the broad themes. Prominent themes that emerged as findings included conception of mental health, challenges faced, factors contributing to mental health issues and mental health as a shameful and stigmatizing disease. This study brought to light certain limitations such as small sample size and use of convenience sampling. Based on the research findings, it is suggested that further attempts must be encouraged to understand various facets of mental health, and appropriate interventions be introduced by mental health professionals and policy makers at a community level, such that a larger section of our society can benefit. Pages: 501-507Pooja Rawat (Department of Psychology, Lady Sri Ram College for Women, Delhi University, Delhi… Read more Get Access
Does personality contributes towards life-satisfaction Pages: 508-510 Rupa Mishra (Department of Psychology, Ch. Bansi Lal University, Bhiwani, Haryana) Ekta Soni and Ramesh Kumar (Department of Applied Psychology, Guru Jambheshwar University of Science and Technology, Hisar, Haryana) The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between personality and life satisfaction in adults. This study was performed on (N=100) adults of Bhiwani, Haryana selected by random sampling. NEO-Five Factor Inventory (Costa & McCrae, 1998) and Life Satisfaction Scale (Alam & Shrivastava, 1996) were used for the present study. Neuroticism had a significant negative correlation with life satisfaction (personal life satisfaction & total scores of life satisfaction). Extroversion was positively correlated with life satisfaction (health, economic, social, & job). Openness to experience was positively correlated with all dimensions of life satisfaction. Agreeableness was positively correlated with life satisfaction (health, economic, & marital). Conscientiousness had a positive correlation with total life satisfaction. Pages: 508-510Rupa Mishra (Department of Psychology, Ch. Bansi Lal University, Bhiwani, Haryana)Ekta Soni and Ramesh… Read more Get Access
A comparative study of aggression and self-concept between juvenile delinquents and normal adolescents Pages: 511-514 Yamini Ambikar and Preeti Mathur (Department of Psychology, Jai Narayan Vyas University, Jodhpur, Rajasthan) The present study is conducted with the aim to compare juvenile delinquents and normal adolescents on the level of aggression and self-concept. The sample consisted of 50 adolescents (25 juvenile delinquents & 25 normal adolescents). Data for delinquents was collected from juvenile reform home, Jodhpur. Aggression questionnaire and Self-Concept inventory were used to measure aggression and self-concept respectively. The statistical result was obtained using mean, standard deviation, 't' test and Pearson's product moment correlation coefficient. The result indicated no significant difference between juvenile delinquents and normal adolescents but it explored small positive correlation between aggression and self-concept of juvenile delinquents and slightly negative correlation between same factors among normal adolescents. Pages: 511-514Yamini Ambikar and Preeti Mathur (Department of Psychology, Jai Narayan Vyas University, Jodhpur, Rajasthan) Read more Get Access
Gender differences in subtypes of obsessive compulsive disorder Pages: 515-517 Sneh Kapoor (Department of Psychology, Jesus and Mary College, Delhi University, New Delhi) Manju Mehta (Department of Psychiatry, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi) Bhumika Kapoor (Department of Psychology, Jesus and Mary College, Delhi University, New Delhi) Obsessive Compulsive Disorder is the fourth most prevalent among mental disorders, yet its clinical presentation varies among individuals. Much research has focused on the gender differences in the presentation of OCD subtypes. The present study aims to understand gender differences in the manifestation of OCD subtypes, and the relative prevalence of the subtypes among the two genders in the Indian context. The preliminary sample constitutes 50 consecutive patients reporting to the Outpatient Psychiatric services and Child and Adolescent Clinic at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi. Participants between the age of 15 to 45 years, with a diagnosis of OCD (mixed), and not suffering from comorbid Axis I disorders were included for the study. Obsessive Compulsive symptoms were studied using YBOCS and categorized under six headings of obsessions/ compulsions. Significant difference was seen between males and females along various types of obsessions and compulsions. Females rated higher on contamination doubts and cleaning compulsions, while males rated significantly higher on pathological doubt and checking compulsions. Pages: 515-517Sneh Kapoor (Department of Psychology, Jesus and Mary College, Delhi University, New Delhi)Manju Mehta… Read more Get Access
Quality of life: Life’s essence Pages: 518-524 Nisha Chaudhary (Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar College, University of Delhi, Delhi) N. K. Chadha (Department of Psychology, University of Delhi, Delhi) Salma Seth (Department of Applied Psychology, Vivekananda College, University of Delhi, Delhi) Positive psychology has come up as a field which portrays a balanced view of human beings. The present research aimed at understanding the aspects of positive psychology (Quality of Life) in relation to geriatrics. The study tried to find the difference between elderly from different culture and living arrangements on Quality of Life. A pilot study was conducted to find the correlations between the English and the Hindi translated versions of the tool used, as the elderly sample was comfortable with the Hindi language. OPQOL (Older people Quality of Life Questionnaire) based on QOL ONS Omnibus Survey (2008) was used for study. The total sample under study were 179. The sample was classified on the basis of culture (rural & urban) and living arrangements (living with families, living with old age homes & those living only with spouses). The comparison of different aspects of Quality of Life on the basis of culture showed that rural elderly are much higher than urban elderly on their Physical health, Social relationship, Freedom, Psychological and Emotional well-being and also Finances. The overall comparison of different aspects of Quality of Life for whole sample, showed that for Health, Home and Freedom; the mean scores portrays a higher level for rural elderly living with families, then comes urban elderly living with families after that urban elderly living only with their spouses and at last urban elderly living in old age homes. For overall Life and Social Relationships the mean values are highest for urban elderly living with families then comes rural elderly living with families after that urban elderly living only with spouses and at last urban elderly living in old age homes. For Psychological well being and Finances, the mean values were highest for rural elderly living with families, then comes urban elderly living with families, after that urban elderly who are living in old age homes and at last urban elderly staying only with their spouse. The research observed that rural elderly showed a better Quality of Life. Pages: 518-524Nisha Chaudhary (Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar College, University of Delhi, Delhi)N. K. Chadha (Department… Read more Get Access
Late-life engagement after retirement: Implications for psychological well-being and distress in elderly Pages: 525-529 Swati Jain (Department of Psychology, Keshav Mahavidyalaya, University of Delhi, Delhi) Surbhi Kumar (Department of Psychology, University of Delhi, Delhi) Swati Jain (Counselling Psychologist, S.C.D.A.V., Noida, Uttar Pradesh) With the increased life expectancies, changing demographics, India's elderly population is at the highest ever 8.1% of total population, making it imperative for both policy makers and practitioners to be concerned with the well-being of the elderly and their successful ageing. An active life, positive interpersonal relationships, positive engagement and continued employment are markers of successful ageing and high psychological well-being. The present study investigates the effect of post retirement work involvement (paid or voluntary) on mental health of retired individuals. The sample consisted of 68 retirees out of which 34 were working and 34 were non-working post retirement and they were assessed using the Mental Health Inventory (MHI; Veit & Ware, 1983) with two global scales of Psychological Well-being (PWB) and Psychological Distress (PD) and a global Mental Health Index (MHI). The effect of post retirement work involvement on subscales of general positive affect, emotional ties, life satisfaction, anxiety, depression and loss of behavioural/emotional control was also measured. Significant differences were seen in the mental health, psychological well-being and psychological distress of the two groups along with the differences in the subscales. These insights can be used for enhancing the mental well-being of the retirees through continued life engagement post retirement. Pages: 525-529Swati Jain (Department of Psychology, Keshav Mahavidyalaya, University of Delhi, Delhi)Surbhi Kumar (Department of… Read more Get Access
Problem of dowry among rural women of Haryana: A sociological analysis Pages: 530-534 Subhash Chander, Jatesh Kathpalia, and Rashmi Tyagi (Department of Sociology, Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar, Haryana ) The dowry system is a cultural system in India in which the parents of the bride pay a large sum of money, expensive jewellery and other gifts such as car or other household items to the parents of the groom during marriage. The social and cultural efforts of the dowry system are devastating to the society as a whole. Dowry is the result of long standing power in balance between men and women and thus seriously compromises the well being, productivity and contribution of one half the populations. Therefore it was important to bring to light the issues affecting women in this reason. Two hundred women were randomly selected from Karnal and Sirsa districts of Haryana and out of those of 39, who were affected the problem related to dowry in both reasons. It was found that more than half of respondents (51.28%) reported that dowry was demanded before marriage, 30.77% at the time of marriage while 17.95% demanded it after marriage. The maximum numbers of cases regarding dowry demand were made by their husbands (41.03%) in the form of vehicles, cash-money, Jewellery etc. The core reason for dowry was greed like purchase of motor vehicles, business expansion and employment. Customs and ritual were also found as main reason for dowry. Concerted efforts are required to curb violence against women regarding dowry in Haryana. Pages: 530-534Subhash Chander, Jatesh Kathpalia, and Rashmi Tyagi (Department of Sociology, Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana… Read more Get Access
Adolescent suicides in India Pages: 535-537 Shailja Rana, N. K. Chadha and Deepesh Rathore (Department of Psychology, University of Delhi, Delhi) There has been a tremendous increase in the suicide rates of adolescents in India. The etiology for suicide includes various factors like psychiatric illness, financial crunch and unemployment. Though many efforts have been made to reduce the suicide rates, they have not been very effective due to lack of empirical data regarding the cause of committing suicide. An effort has been made to review the causes of increased suicide rates among adolescents in India and suggest certain policy recommendations to curb the suicides. Pages: 535-537Shailja Rana, N. K. Chadha and Deepesh Rathore (Department of Psychology, University of Delhi… Read more Get Access
Well-being of adolescents: Reflections from Bhagavad Gita Pages: 538-543 Surbhi Kumar (Department of Psychology, University of Delhi, Delhi ) The focus of the present study is to look at alternative paradigms to understand development of adolescents. Although adolescents make up about 20 per cent of the world's population, they have traditionally been neglected as a distinct target group. In the western framework, adolescence has been described as a period of “storm and stress” fraught by conflicts with parents, mood disruption including extreme emotions, increased substance abuse, heavy reliance on peers and vulnerability to peer pressure and risky behaviour and therefore adolescents as problems. Indian Psychology has grown as discipline offering the approach to growth of self and others and a refreshing change of ideology from focussing on the problem to focussing on the possible alternatives. Through analysis of 9 verses of Bhagavad Gita or the “Song of the Divine One”, a guide for adolescents has been formulated to fill in the lacunae that western psychology has failed to address. This study attempts to move in the direction of guidance that is from “this is wrong” to “this is right” such it helps them have a better understanding of their being and facilitate well-being in this difficult age. Pages: 538-543Surbhi Kumar (Department of Psychology, University of Delhi, Delhi ) Read more Get Access
Self-regulation and comorbid psychological problems among people with obesity and overweight Pages: 544-547 Chandani Mehta and Tara Singh (Department of Psychology, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh) Global epidemic of obesity is one of the largest public health problems in the world. Obesity is related to a number of co-morbid conditions which lead to disability and early death. Failure to self-regulation, such as to make plans, choose from alternatives, control impulses, inhibit unwanted thoughts and regulate social behaviour, is considered as an important cause of obesity and related co-morbid conditions. The present study sought to examine the relationships of self- regulation skills, general health and weight conditions. Participants (Obese=29, Overweight=29, Normal weight=28) were administered the Self Regulation Scale (SRS) and General Health Questionnaire (GHQ-28) to assess level of their self-regulatory skills and general health problems of people with different weight conditions. Results indicated that participants with higher weight conditions scored significantly lower on self-regulation and reported poor health. Also, obese participants displayed relative deficit in self regulation compared to overweight and normal weight participants. Overall findings revealed crucial role of Body Mass Index (BMI) in both self regulation skills and co-morbid psychological problems. Pages: 544-547Chandani Mehta and Tara Singh (Department of Psychology, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh) Read more Get Access
Mental health, violence and human rights interrelation Pages: 548-550 Neeti Kaushik (Department of Psychology, D.D.U Gorakhpur University, Gorakhpur) In the present scenario health is a broad topic for social science researcher. The concept of health is changing with the passage of time. Now, health is viewed not only as the total absence of disease, but also it includes social and behavioral well-being. Violence has an array of possible expressions and consequences: someone could become disabled after being caught in cross-fire on their way to school or work; could be shot and sexually violated whilst fleeing a war zone; or could be tortured and humiliated at gunpoint with no shot actually fired. Human rights are not the exclusive preserve of any individual and group. They are neither owned by anyone nor can be doled out as a gift by one to another. They belong to all of us individually and collectively. They are universal and indivisible. This paper attempts to provide a review about the mental health status of youth, violence and their human rights because mental health and well-being is influenced by the social circumstances in which individuals find themselves and the environment in which they live. Pages: 548-550Neeti Kaushik (Department of Psychology, D.D.U Gorakhpur University, Gorakhpur) Read more Get Access
Study of youth problems as related with personality type Pages: 551-553 Preeti Mathur and Hemlata (Department of Psychology, J.N.V. University Jodhpur, Rajasthan) The study was aimed to find out youth problems and personality type. For this purpose 50 boys and 50 girls were taken as sample. The age of the sample was 16 to 20 years. Personality type i.e. that is introversion-extroversion was assessed by IE test by Joshi and youth problems were assessed by Youth Problem Inventory by Mithlesh Verma. Mean, SD and t was calculated. Result revealed no significance difference on youth problems between extroverts and introverts. Indicating well-being and social functioning of youth which may be the outcome of good parenting. In other words, home environment reinforces life skills and make the youth well adjusted. Pages: 551-553Preeti Mathur and Hemlata (Department of Psychology, J.N.V. University Jodhpur, Rajasthan) Read more Get Access
Relationship between personality and mental health among male and female army officers Pages: 554-556 Shivani Saini and Kiran Maheshwari (Department of Psychology, MJRP University, Jaipur, Rajasthan) he present study aimed to examine the relationship between personality and mental health of male and female army officers. Sample consisted of 200 army officers out of which 100 were males and rest 100 were female officers. The sample was assessed on Singh's Differential Personality Inventory by Arun Kumar Singh and Ashish Kumar Singh and Mental Health Inventory by Jagdish and Srivastava, correlation between the samples revealed that there is a positive and significant relation between personality and mental health of male and female officers. Pages: 554-556Shivani Saini and Kiran Maheshwari (Department of Psychology, MJRP University, Jaipur, Rajasthan) Read more Get Access
Study of family involvement in female professionals as related with age Pages: 557-558 Preeti Mathur and Meenakshi Sidhawat (Department of Psychology, J.N.V. University, Jodhpur, Rajasthan) The Present research investigation is based on the study of Family involvement in female professionals as related with age. The purpose of this study was to find out the effect of age on family involvement. The sample consisted of 200 subjects divided into two groups:- (a) 25-34 years, (b) 35-45 years. Family Involvement Scale developed and standardized by Singh and Singh (2012) was used to collect the data. Mean, SD and t-test values were calculated to analyze the data. The result showed that the level of family involvement in both age groups of female professionals are different. There are significance difference in both groups related to age with family involvement level. The result will be interpreted by empirical basis and its implication. Pages: 557-558Preeti Mathur and Meenakshi Sidhawat (Department of Psychology, J.N.V. University, Jodhpur, Rajasthan) Read more Get Access
Mass media and culture: An Indian perspective Pages: 559-561 Swati Gaur (Department of Psychology, University of Delhi, Delhi) Mass communication is plainly amidst a monstrous move. What shape will it take, the truth will surface eventually. Every development includes something the one hand and subtracts something on the other. In any occasion, every single such development has unforeseeable impacts. A final point on which there can be little uncertainty is that the mass media, regardless of whether molders or reflectors of progress, are without a doubt messengers about change, or seen accordingly by their producers and their groups of onlookers, and it is around this perception that the primary viewpoints on mass communication can best be composed. This paper in view of studies made so far will relook at the wonders where media is probably going to influence changes socially and politically, especially in a just set up where they should work openly and talk courageously. Pages: 559-561Swati Gaur (Department of Psychology, University of Delhi, Delhi) Read more Get Access
The impact of media culture and bullying Pages: 562-567 Richa Malhotra (Department of Psychology, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi) Bullying, a form of social behaviour which is aggressive in nature, is known to impact one and all, in different contexts and varying intensities. These behaviours, if unchecked, have the potential to cause damage for an individual in terms of socio-emotional implications. In today's age of omnipresent media, we need to understand the role of media culture as a factor perpetuating cyberbullying as well as how it can be used in conjunction with positive psychology to effectively reduce bullying. The present study is an effort to foster the latter, by studying the influence of media culture on bullying behaviours. For this purpose, fifty participants, divided across 5 focus groups were selected (N=50) using convenience sampling. A brief introduction of the study was given to each group of participants, who gave their consent to be a part of the study. An experiential approach was entailed. For every group, a video based on bullying and its effects was screened. This was followed by focus group discussions, held in the light of a semi-structured interview schedule. Thematic Analysis was employed to interpret the data. Based on the findings, results were put forth in the form of themes. Prominent themes that emerged included nature, relational bullying, causes and impact, sources, role of the family, role of bystanders and prevention. Pages: 562-567Richa Malhotra (Department of Psychology, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi) Read more Get Access
Locus of control and migration: A comparative study Pages: 568-570 Jaishree Jain (Department of Psychology, SMS Medical College Jaipur, Rajasthan) It is observed that there is a tremendous increase in brain drain in India. It is clearly not just a matter of increasing their income which in any event would be difficult or impossible to do on a large scale. So a present study aims to investigate the personality factor (Locus of Control) in making decision for migration. A sample of 50 male Indians intending to migrate to USA was compared on Locus of control with a matched sample of 50 Indians who planned to remain in India. The data were collected by Locus of Control scale by Rotter et al. (1976). A mail questionaire procedure was used. Mean, SD and Anova indicated that there is a significant difference between Locus of Control of emigrants and non emigrants. The findings indicate that Locus of control has influential role in decision making for migration. Pages: 568-570Jaishree Jain (Department of Psychology, SMS Medical College Jaipur, Rajasthan) Read more Get Access
Satisfaction with the sex life as a predictor of marital adjustment among working women Pages: 571-573 Priyanka (AIBAS, Amity University, Gurgaon, Haryana) Marriage is considered as a very important institution around the world and also the most beautiful relationship. Marital adjustment has long been a popular topic in studies of the family, probably because the concept is believed to be closely related to the stability of a given marriage. The definition of marriage varies according to different cultures, but it is principally an institution in which interpersonal relationships, usually sexual, are acknowledged. This states that marital adjustment very much depends upon sexual satisfaction also. The present study examines the association among sexual satisfaction and marital adjustment. Sample of the study considered of 100 working women from Delhi/ NCR. Their age ranged between 25-35 years. Revised Dyadic adjustment scale and Satisfaction with the sex life scale is used. Result indicates that there is a significant relation between sex life satisfaction and marital adjustment. Pages: 571-573Priyanka (AIBAS, Amity University, Gurgaon, Haryana) Read more Get Access

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