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Adult Mental Well-Being during COVID-19: Resilience, Gratitude, and Cognitive Emotion Regulation as Predictors
(Library Information Services, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus., 2021-11-20) Mahwish Abbas; Sp17-bpy-018; Dr. Shameem Fatima
The Covid 19 pandemic has badly affected the mental wellbeing of individuals. So the current study was planned to explore the positive personal resources that may contribute to individual’s mental wellbeing. Therefore, the primary aim of the present study was to assess the association of resilience and gratitude with mental wellbeing in adults. A secondary aim was to assess the mediating role of two selected cognitive emotion regulation strategies in these associations. To approach the study objectives two cognitive emotion regulation strategies were assessed including refocus on planning and positive reappraisal. A sample comprising of 200 adults, ranging in age from 19-60 years (M age= 30.07, SD= 12.54) was accessed through an online survey. A convenient sampling strategy was used to approach the participants and to collect data. The Warwick–Edinburgh Mental Well-being Scale (Tennant et al., 2007), Brief Resilience Scale (Smith et al., 2008), The Gratitude Questionnaire (McCullough, 2002) and Cognitive Emotion Regulation Questionnaire (Garnefski & Kraaij, 2007) were used to assess mental wellbeing, resilience, gratitude and the cognitive emotion regulation respectively. To test the hypotheses, Pearson product moment correlation and multimediation analyses were analyzed. The results demonstrated that resilience and gratitude were positively correlated with the two cognitive emotion regulation strategies, refocus on planning and positive reappraisal, and both of these regulation strategies were also associated positively associated with mental wellbeing. Additionally, resilience and gratitude were also positively correlated with mental wellbeing. Moreover, the findings from multimediation analysis revealed that only positive reappraisal out of two emotion regulation strategies significantly mediated the gratitude-mental wellbeing link; and both emotion regulation strategies significantly mediated the resilience-mental wellbeing link. Limitations, implications and future directions of the current study were also discussed.
Association Among Social Networking Usage, Social Isolation and Violence Tendency in Pakistani Youth
(Library Information Services, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, 2023) Usama Faheem; FA19-BPY-062; Dr. Shameem Fatima; LHR TP 8408
The purpose of this quantitative study was to evaluate the link between between social isolation, social networking usage, and tendencies of violent attitudes in young adults. Convenient sampling method used to collect data for this quantitative study from 300 participants, age ranging between 18 to 25years years (M=18.95, SD= 1.12). Demographic Questionnaire, Social networking addiction, Revised Attitudes towards Violence Scales were used. Self-report questionnaires were employed to gather data on various traits, including violence propensity, social isolation, and social networking usage patterns. In order to investigate the relationships between these variables, correlation and regression analyses were conducted. The findings of the study indicated that social isolation acts as a mediator between social networking addiction and attitudes towards violent behavior. Specifically, excessive use of social media was found to be associated with increased social isolation among Pakistani youth. This suggests that the overuse of social media platforms may hinder face-to-face social interactions and contribute to feelings of disconnection, thereby fostering a positive attitude towards violent behavior. Additionally, there was a positive correlation observed between social networking addiction and aggression sentiments. Individuals who exhibited addiction-like behaviors towards social media displayed a more favorable outlook on violence. This implies that social media platforms may exert an influence on the perception of violence among Pakistani youth. These findings have important implications for mental health professionals, educators, and policymakers, as they highlight the need for effective interventions and strategies to address the detrimental consequences of excessive social networking use and social isolation among Pakistani youth. By understanding the linkages between these factors, it becomes possible to develop targeted approaches that mitigate the negative impacts on mental well-being and promote healthier online and offline interactions
Association Between Perfectionism, BurnoutAnd SleepDisturbance in Pakistani Computer Programmers
(Library Information Services, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, 2023) Dawood Aslam; CIIT/FA19-BPY-025/LHR; Dr. Shameem Fatima; LHR TP 8380
Computer programming has emerged as one of the most in-demand vocations worldwide in the contemporary technological era. Experts who write, test, and maintain the code that enables computers and other electronic devices to perform certain functions are known as computer programmers. To create software and apps and create algorithms for challenging computational problems, they use specialized programming languages. They perform vital services that fuel innovation in the contemporary world in a variety of settings, from government organizations to big multinational enterprises and technological start-ups. According to Pakistan IT Industry Report (2021), software houses and business process outsourcing centers registered with Pakistan Software Export Board reached 2,860 by December 31, 2020, and more than ten thousand Tech companies are actively operating all over Pakistan. They are registered which means there is a large population of programmers in Pakistan which can be estimated to be approximately more than 0.2 million programmers in Pakistan (Graziotin, 2014).
Attitude towards English Language Learning, Procrastination and Language Learning Outcomes among Undergraduate Students in Lahore, Pakistan
(Library Information Services, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, 2023) Wasiqa Aslam; F19-BPY-052; Dr. Shameem Fatima; LHR TP 8399
The purpose of the current study was to evaluate the association between attitudes towards English language learning, procrastination and language learning outcomes among undergraduate students in Lahore, Pakistan. It further aimed to examine whether gender and residential setup moderated academic procrastination and attitude towards English language learning. To conduct the study, a sample of 500 undergraduate students, ranging in age 17 to 25 years (M=21.33, SD=1.88) were selected from different private and public universities of Lahore, Pakistan. The Convenient sampling technique was used to approach the participants. The Academic Procrastination Scale (McCloskey, 2011), Questionnaire of attitudes toward learning English (Uribe et al., 2008) were used to assess the Academic procrastination and attitude towards English language learning respectively. Correlation and Regression analysis were used to test the hypothesis. The result showed that academic procrastination negatively correlated with attitude towards English language learning that showed that students whose procrastination level was higher had less positive attitude towards English language learning and secured low GPA. The significant moderating role of gender between academic procrastination and attitude towards English language learning showed no significant moderation by gender. However, gender group differences were significant. Such that male university students score higher on academic procrastination as compared to female university students and female university students who scored higher on attitude towards English language learning and secured higher GPA then male university students. Moreover, moderating role of residential setup in association between academic procrastination and attitude towards English language, was significant and showed that the association was stronger in university students from rural setup compare to urban setup. Additional findings showed that the students from urban areas have higher academic procrastination compare to those belonging to rural areas, students from rural areas they showed more positive attitude towards English language learning and secured higher GPA as compared to those students who belong to urban areas. Implications of the current study have been discussed.
Cognitive Control and Decision Making among Adults: The Role of Aging
(Library Information Services, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, 2018) Manoor Khan; SP14-BPSY-013; Dr. Shameem Fatima; LHR TP 5405
The purpose of the current study was to evaluate the direct and indirect relationship between aging, cognitive control and decision making, and to assess whether age moderates the relationship between cognitive control and decision making styles. To conduct the study, a sample of 195 adults, ranging in age from 30-59 years, were selected from different institutions and organizations of the Lahore city. It was hypothesized that there would be significant relationships between age, cognitive control, and decision-making styles. It was also hypothesized that there would be significant relationship between age and decision-making styles in adults. Additionally, it was hypothesized that cognitive control would mediate the association between age and decision-making styles. Moreover, it was also hypothesized that age would moderate the relationship between cognitive control and decision-making styles. The convenient sampling technique was used to approach the participants. DKEFS Color Word Interference test, and Design Fluency Test (Delis, Kaplan, & Krammer, 2001), General Decision Making Style Inventory (Scott,& Bruce, 1995) were used to assess the level of cognitive control, and the styles of decision making respectively. Pearson product movement correlation and moderated mediation analyses were used to test study hypotheses. The Results showed that age and cognitive control were positively correlated with rational and spontaneous decision-making styles, while negatively correlated with dependent and avoidant decision-making styles. Findings from mediation analyses indicated that cognitive control as assessed from CWIT measure mediated the relationship between age and dependent, avoidant, and spontaneous decision-making styles, while cognitive control as assessed from DFT mediated the link of age with dependent and avoidant decision making styles. Finally, moderation analyses indicated that cognitive control was more strongly correlated with dependent, avoidant, and spontaneous decision making styles among older adults as compared to middle adults. Limitations, implications, and future directions of the current study were discussed
Cognitive Emotion Regulation Explains the Religious Coping- Mental-well-being Link during COVID-19 in Young Adults
(Library Information Services, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, 2020) Mahnoor Arshad; SP17-BPY-013; Dr. Shameem Fatima; LHR TP 6971
The purpose of the current study was twofold: i) to assess the direct, and indirect associations between religious coping, cognitive emotion regulation strategies and mental well being, and ii) to examine whether physical health status moderates the mediated associations between religious coping, cognitive emotion regulation strategies and mental well-being. For this purpose, religious coping was assessed from positive religious coping and negative religious coping; and two selective emotion regulation strategies, Positive reappraisal and Self-blaming, were assessed in the current study. A sample of 200 young adults, ranging in age from 19-36 years (M age= 21.43, SD= 2.96; Men = 82, Women = 116) was selected through an online survey to assess the study objectives. Convenient sampling strategy was used to approach participants and collect data. The Warwick–Edinburgh Mental Well-being Scale (Tennant et al., 2007), Brief RCOPE (Pargament et al., 2011) and Cognitive Emotion Regulation Questionnaire (Garnefski & Kraaij, 2007) were used to assess the mental well-being, level of religious coping, and the use of cognitive emotion regulation respectively. Pearson product-moment correlation and moderated mediation analysis were used to test study hypotheses. The findings of the study revealed that only positive religious coping was positively correlated with one cognitive emotion regulation strategy, positive reappraisal, and mental well-being. Findings from mediation analysis indicated that positive reappraisal significantly mediated the link between positive religious coping and mental well-being. Finally, physical health status moderated the mediated association between positive religious coping, positive reappraisal, and mental well-being. More specifically, the mediated link was stronger for participants who reported good physical health status compared to those who reported poor physical health. Limitations, implications and future directions of the current study were also discussed.
Development and Validation of Executive Functioning Rating Scale for Pakistani Adults
(Library Information Services, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, 2025) Sajeela Haider; CIIT/FA23-RCP-016/LHR; Dr. Shameem Fatima; LHR TP 9725
The present study aimed to develop and validate a culturally relevant Executive Functioning Rating Scale tailored for Pakistani Adults. Recognizing the limitations of existing executive functioning tools mostly developed in western contexts, the current research seeks to create a reliable and ecologically valid instrument that reflects the socio-cultural realities of Pakistani populations. A 56-item self-report scale was initially generated, covering eight core domains: inhibition, cognitive flexibility, working memory, problem solving, planning and organization, self-monitoring, decision-making, emotional control. The scale was administered to a convenient sample of young adults. Principal Factor Analysis for evaluating the factor structure of the subscales and psychometric validation encompassing evaluations of convergent validity and predictive validity were conducted on the finals scale comprising 51 items. Convergent validity was assessed using Behavior Rating Inventory of Executive Functions-Adult version and predictive validity was assessed through World Health Organization Quality of Life Scale, and a social Functioning scale. Results indicated satisfactory reliability and validity of executive functioning rating scale, supporting its use as a standardized tool for assessing executive functioning in diverse adult population across Pakistan. The findings underscore the necessity for indigenous executive functioning assessment measure in Pakistani context and contribute to the broader understanding of executive functioning in adults among this population.
Development and Validation of Executive Functioning Test Battery
(Library Information Services, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, 2025) Muskan Ismail; CIIT/FA23-RCP-012/LHR; Dr. Shameem Fatima; LHR TP 9721
This report is about internship program in Pakistan Television Corporation starting from 23-07-2024 to 23-09-2024. This internship provide me an overview of how our media industry works. This report provides summary of what is my experience, and how it will groom my personality for future profession. I worked in newsroom for one month and in current affairs for next month. In first week I observed each and everything and learned how things were being done with great care. In next week I practice new stories, package scripts, Urdu typing practice in newsroom. I used to go with coverage team for as-live on weather coverage and practiced as-live. They also provided me editing knowledge and insights about the process how they on air the news in master control room. In this time period, I also learned news editing and filing software NIMS like how to file a news (slug, template, source, time, status, action,) while writing a story and how it interlinked with all branches of PTV. In 2nd month of internship I worked in current affair department. In this time I worked at different programs shooting including SMART WORLD, RABI-UL-AWAL Special program from 1st Rabi-ul-Awal to 12th, WEEKEND SPECIAL, THE SOCIETY, SAMAAJ SUDHAR, and SOCH VICHAR. In this time I focused on things like usage of proper light to enhance the image quality. In my view, I really liked the working style of organization the smooth working of preproduction, production and postproduction. The knowledge that I learned from this internship is really valuable for me and it will help me to fulfil my objectives.
Distinct Executive Functioning Profiles in Depression and Anxiety Disorder: Association with Mental Health and Mood Anxiety Symptoms
(Library Information Services, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, 2025) Ain ul Raazia; SP23-RCP-001/LHR; Dr. Shameem Fatima; LHR TP 9524
The primary aim of this study was compare the executive functioning profiles of patients with anxiety and depression. A secondary aim was to assess the association of the specific executive functions with mental health and mood anxiety symptoms in patients with depression and anxiety. This study included 240 participants divided into two groups: 120 patients with depression and 120 patients with anxiety disorder. The participants were assessed on performance measures of executive functioning taping inhibition, working memory, and cognitive flexibility. Moreover, they were assessed on self-report measures of psychological distress, life satisfaction, and mood anxiety symptoms. The findings showed that individuals with depression showed specific deficits in cognitive flexibility, working memory, and inhibition, while those with anxiety disorder presented more distinct impairments in working memory and cognitive flexibility. The linear regression analysis aimed to determine the predictive role of executive functions in mental health as measured by life satisfaction and psychological distress. Findings from regression analysis showed that individuals with anxiety and depression showed a significant but distinct associations between specific executive functioning and mood-anxiety symptoms, life satisfaction, and psychological distress.
Eating Attitudes, Emotional Regulation, and Psychological Distress Among Pakistani Young Adult Women
(Library Information Services, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, 2023) Mubashra Mukhtar; (FA19-BPY-026); Dr. Shameem Fatima; LHR TP 8381
This study was designed to explore the link between eating attitudes emotional regulation and psychological distress among young women. In this study, the sample consisted of 300 young adult women selected through a convenient sampling technique from different universities in Lahore. The mean age of the sample (n=300) was 21.90 years, and the standard deviation was 2.67. The study's total sample comprised 300 young adults. Self-report measures including the demographic questionnaire, eating attitude test, emotional regulation, and psychological distress scale were used to assess the study variables. The results of the current study revealed that eating attitude has a significant correlation with depression, anxiety, and stress. There was a positive and significant correlation between preferred junk food and stress. The overall results showed that eating attitude was a significant predictor of depression, anxiety, and stress.
Effectiveness of Cognitive Rehabilitation on Attention, Memory and Language Skills in Individuals with Stroke
(Library Information Services, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, 2025) Tehseen Iftikhar; Sp23-RCP-030; Dr. Shameem Fatima; LHR TP 9551
The study assessed the efficiency of cognitive rehabilitation on attention memory as well as language skills in individuals with stroke. The main objective of this research was to determine the effectiveness of cognitive rehabilitation based on neuroplasticity theory in improving attention, memory and language functions in patients. The study involved a sample of individuals with stroke. A sample of 40 individuals with stroke were chosen from various government and private hospitals of Lahore. Quasi Experimental Research design was used to assign the participant into two conditions (20 experimental group and 20 control group). In this study Mini Mental Status Examination and Pakistan Neuropsychological Test Assessment Battery were used for baseline measurements of attention, memory, and language. In this study, only the experimental group received cognitive rehabilitation intervention, focusing on enhancing attention, memory, and language skills. Cognitive rehabilitation techniques were applied over 12 weeks with 3 sessions per week. Paired sample t test analysis was applied for pre and post assessment differences in attention, memory and language functions. The findings revealed that cognitive rehabilitation improved attention, memory, and language skills as assessed from the Mini Mental Status Examination and Pakistan Neuropsychological Test Assessment Battery. The implications of this study have been discussed with reference to culturally relevant evidence-based rehabilitation approaches, offering meaningful insight for family, caregiver, practitioners and clinicians.
Effectiveness of Cognitive Rehabilitation on Attention, Memory and Language Skills in Individuals with Traumatic Brain Injury
(Library Information Services, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, 2025) Sunaina Sohaib; SP23-RCP-027/LHR; Dr. Shameem Fatima; LHR TP 9506
The study investigated the effectiveness of cognitive rehabilitation therapy on attention, memory, and language in individuals with traumatic brain injury within the Pakistani population. A total of 40 participants (aged 18–60 years) were divided into two groups: 20 individuals in the control group and 20 in the intervention group. The intervention group received 12 weeks of structured therapy sessions designed to improve cognitive functioning. Pre- and post-assessments were conducted using the Mini-Mental State Examination and Pakistan Neuropsychological Testing Assessment Battery to evaluate attention, memory, and language abilities. Paired sample t-test revealed significant improvements in the intervention group compared to the control group, particularly in attention, memory, and language domains. Pre- and post-assessment results demonstrated that cognitive rehabilitation effectively enhanced neurocognitive functioning in individuals with traumatic brain injury. This research emphasizes the critical role of cognitive rehabilitation in improving cognitive outcomes for traumatic brain injury patients and addresses a significant gap in the literature regarding traumatic brain injury rehabilitation within a Pakistani context. The findings contribute valuable insights into the development of effective therapeutic strategies for individuals with traumatic brain injury.
Executive Functioning Profiling of Individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder: Association with Impulsive Behaviour and Social Functioning
(Library Information Services, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, 2024) Samra Zulfiqar; P23-RCP-024/LHR; Dr. Shameem Fatima; LHR TP 9528
This cross-sectional study examined the executive functioning profile of individuals with borderline personality disorder. A secondary objective was to assess the association of executive functions with impulsive behavior and social functioning. There were two phases in the study. In phase I translation of impulsive behavior and social functioning scale was done to avoid cultural discrepancy. In phase II, the main study was conducted. Purposive sampling techniques were used for data collection (BPD=150, Controls=200) with matched age, gender, and education. Impulsive behavior and social dysfunctioning were assessed using the short impulsive behavior scale and social functioning questionnaire. The high score on the social functioning questionnaire showed poor social functioning. The executive functioning tests of working memory cognitive flexibility, and inhibition were evaluated by using performance tests. Data analysis was performed using SPSS for the interpretation of data. Regression analysis and t-tests assessed the prediction and differences between groups. Findings showed that individuals with borderline personality had lower scores on executive functioning measures than controls. They made more errors and took more time than controls. The executive functioning measures negatively predicted impulsive behavior and social functioning. In conclusion, the life of borderline personality could be improved by managing their impulsiveness and social dysfunction behavior.
Executive Functions mediate the Association between Age and Quality of Life in Drug Users
(Library Information Services, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, 2019) SAJID HASSAN; SP15-BPSY-010; Dr. Shameem Fatima; LHR TP 5403
The major aim of the study was to assess mediating role of executive functions in association between age and quality of life domains. For this purpose the study formulated the following hypotheses: i) age would be negatively correlated with quality of life domains, ii) executive functioning would be negatively correlated with age in drug users, iii) executive functioning would be positively correlated with quality of life domains, iv) executive functioning would mediate the association between age and quality of life domains in drug users. The present study used a correlation research design and convenient sampling technique to assess correlation between age, executive functioning, and quality of life domains in drug users. Participants were selected from six government and private sector hospitals from Lahore. The participants were 111 admitted drugs users, in age range between 19 to 39 years (M=27.73 & SD=5.25). All selected participants were male. Two scales from Delis Kaplan Executive Functioning System (DKEFS) were used to measure their level of executive functioning and World Health Organization Quality of Life-BRIEF (WHOQOL-Bref) scale was used to measure the quality of life. In order to assess these hypotheses; correlation and regression analyses were calculated. The results from correlation and regression analyses showed that i) age was significantly and negatively correlated with psychological, social, and environmental but not with physical quality of life, ii) executive functioning was negatively correlated with age, iii) executive functioning was positively correlated with all four quality of life domains, iv) executive functioning mediated the association age with three quality of life domains including psychological, social, and environmental quality of life
Perceived Stress, Poor Sleep Quality and Mental Well-Being in Young Adults
(Library Information Services, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, 2023) Ayeza Qayyum; FA19-BPY-021; Dr. Shameem Fatima; LHR TP 8379
The aim of the current study was aimed to assess the association between perceived stress, poor sleep quality, and mental well-being. It was hypothesized that there would be an association between perceived stress, poor sleep quality and mental well-being in young adults. A secondary hypothesis was sleep quality would be a moderator between perceived stress and mental well-being among young adults. A sample of 488 young adults including men (n= 244) and women (n=244) ranging in age from 19 to 25 years (M = 20.38 and SD = 1.76) was taken from different private and government sector universities. Convenience sampling strategy was used to approach participants and collect data. Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (Buysse, 1989), Perceived Stress Scale (Cohen , 1983) and Warwich Edinburgh Mental Well Being Scale (Warwich and Edinburgh, 2008) were used to access the perceived stress, poor sleep quality and mental well-being. Pearson product moment correlation and moderation analysis through AMOS were used to test hypotheses. For additional findings independent samples t-test were applied. The findings of the study revealed that perceived was found to have a positive association with poor sleep quality and negative association with mental well-being. Additional findings revealed that there were significant differences in perceived stress, poor sleep quality and mental well being in young adults related to the family system, gender and universities. The present study had implication in clinical and counseling psychology
Poor Sleep Quality, Overthinking and Mental Well-Being in Young Adults
(Library Information Services, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, 2023) Maryam Ghaffar; FA19-BPY-023; Dr. Shameem Fatima; LHR TP 8378
The current study aimed to evaluate the association between poor sleep quality, overthinking, and mental well-being. It was hypothesized that there would be an association between poor sleep quality, overthinking, and mental well-being in young adults. Moreover, overthinking would mediate the association between poor sleep quality and mental well-being in young adults. A sample of 488 young adults, including men (n = 244) and women (n = 244) ranging in age from 19 to 25 years (M = 20.38, and SD = 1.76) was taken from different private and government sector universities. Convenience sampling strategy was used to approach participants and data collection. Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (Buysse et al., 1989), Perseverative Thinking Questionnaire (Tennant et al., 2007), and Warwick Edinburgh Mental Well-being Scale (Warwick & Edinburgh, 2008) were employed to assess the levels of sleep quality, overthinking, and mental well-being. Pearson product-moment correlation and mediation analysis through AMOS were used to test hypotheses. The findings of the study revealed that poor sleep quality is correlated with overthinking and mental well-being in young adults. Overthinking was found to have a positive association with poor sleep quality and a negative association with mental well-being. Furthermore, overthinking was mediating the relation between poor sleep quality and mental well-being. The present study has implications in social, counseling, and educational psychology. Limitations, implications, and future directions of the current study were also discussed.
Profiles of Cognitive Emotion Regulation in Individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder: Predicting Self Harm and Suicidal Ideation
(Library Information Services, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, 2023) Kainat Fatima; SP23-RCP-008; Dr. Shameem Fatima; LHR TP 9522
The main objective of this study was to assess the profile of cognitive emotion regulation strategies in patients with borderline personality disorder compared to healthy controls. A secondary objective was to predict self-harm and suicidal ideation from cognitive emotion regulation strategies. For the main study, self-harm scale was required in Urdu version. Therefore, an additional objective was to translate and validate the self-harm scale into Urdu. The current study assessed nine emotion regulation strategies. The current study sample consisted of 350 individuals (M=30.06, SD=5.01) comprising patients with borderline personality disorder (n =150) & control group (n =200). Clinical samples were selected from clinical settings using purposive sampling technique. Gender, education, and age-matched participants in the control group were selected from community. Both groups were assessed for cognitive emotion regulation, self harm and suicidal ideation scales. Cognitive emotion regulation profiles of patients with borderline personality disorder showed that they significantly endorsed higher scores on specific negative emotion regulation strategies including catastrophizing, other blame, self-blame, and rumination compared to control group. However, they endorsed lower levels of positive emotion regulation strategies compared to control groups. Also, negative emotion regulation strategies positively predicted self-harm and suicidal ideation, and positive regulation strategies negatively predicted self-harm and suicidal ideation in both groups. However, the strength of association was relatively stronger in the clinical group compared to control group.
Psychological Capital, Religious Coping, and Mental Well-Being In Engineers
(Library Information Services, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, 2023) Samra Arshad; FA19-BPY-051; Dr. Shameem Fatima; LHR TP 8398
The present study aimed at assessing the direct and indirect association between the psychological capital, religious coping and mental well-being among engineers. In the study the psychological capital was assessed from four factors namely hope, optimism, resilience and self- efficacy. Religious coping was assessed from two factors namely positive religious coping and negative religious coping. A sample that comprised of 499 participants was selected through purposive sampling technique ranging in age from 29-45 year (M = 33.43, SD = 6.808). Participants were assessed on the Psychological Capital scale which was used to assess the hope, self-efficacy, optimism and resilience; The 14 item Brief RCOPE scale which was used to assess the positive and negative religious coping; and The 14 item Mental Well-Being Questionnaire which was used to assess the mental health. The results showed that two subscales of psychological capital hope and self-efficacy out of the four were positively correlated with mental well-being, positive religious coping was positively correlated with mental well-being, and negative religious coping was not significantly correlated with mental well-being. Finding from mediation model showed that positive religious coping significantly mediated the association between self-efficacy and mental well-being.
Psychological Distress among Students During COVID-19: Sleep Quality and Cognitive Emotion Regulation as Correlates.
(Library Information Services, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, 2020) Ruhma Syed; SP17-BPY-005; Dr. Shameem Fatima; LHR TP 6554
The main objectives of the current study were to assess the association between sleep quality and psychological distress and to assess whether cognitive emotion regulation strategies mediate the link between sleep quality and psychological distress. To approach the study objectives, psychological distress was assessed from stress, anxiety, and depression; and emotion regulation was assessed from two cognitive emotion regulation strategies, putting into perspective and catastrophizing. It was hypothesized that there would be positive associations of poor sleep quality with anxiety, depression, and stress. A secondary hypothesis was that the selected cognitive emotion regulation would mediate the association of sleep quality with anxiety, depression, and stress. A sample of 202 college and university students in age range 16-30 (M=21.64, SD= 2.32; Men= 65, Women=137) was selected through an online survey to conduct the study. Convenient sampling strategy was used to approach participants and collect data. Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (Buysse, 1989), Depression, anxiety and stress scale-21 (Lovibond, 1995) and Cognitive Emotion Regulation Questionnaire (Garnefski & Kraaij, 2007) were used to assess the sleep quality, psychological distress variables and the cognitive emotion regulation respectively. Pearson product-moment correlation and mediation analysis were used to test study hypotheses. The findings of the study revealed that poor sleep quality was a positive correlate of stress, anxiety, and depression. Findings from mediation analysis indicated that only one of the two cognitive emotion regulation strategies; catastrophizing significantly mediated the association of sleep quality with stress, anxiety, and depression. Limitations, implications and future directions of the current study were also discussed.
Relationship between Emotional Self-Disclosure, Humor Styles, and Social Dysfunctioning in Students of Art and Design
(Library Information Services, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, 2023) Zainab Raheel; FA19-BPY-019; Dr. Shameem Fatima; LHR TP 8375
The understanding of the complex dynamics of emotional self-disclosure, humor styles, and social dysfunctioning is crucial in the fields of art and design. This research study presents an in-depth exploration of these constructs and their interrelationships in designing students. It was hypothesized that there would be a significant relation between emotional self-disclosure, humor styles and social dysfunctioning in design students. The study sample was consist of 300 participants (50% men & 50% women) from different departments of art and design, aged between 18-25 years. The participants were assessed on the basis of Emotional Self- Disclosure Scale, Humor Styles Questionnaire and Social Functioning Questionnaire. The Pearson Correlation Coefficient, t-test and mediation analyses were conducted to test study hypotheses. The study yielded significant results regarding the relationship between study variables. The findings have shown there were significant correlation between emotional self-disclosure, humor styles and social dysfunctioning, i) affiliative humor was negatively associated with social dysfunctioning, and ii) aggressive humor was positively correlated with social dysfunctioning. The mediation analyses showed that humor styles mediated the association between emotional self- disclosure and social dysfunctioning. Additional findings showed that women tend to show higher emotional self-disclosure and use positive humor styles and men tend to use negative humor styles and scored higher on social dysfunctioning. The findings can be helpful for educational institutions who can work with students and administration collaboratively to support well-being and creativity of students.