Browsing by Author "Maryam Nawaz"

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Effectiveness of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy on Depression and Quality of Life in Individuals with Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder
(Library Information Services, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, 2025) Maryam Nawaz; CIIT/FA23-RCP-010/LHR; Dr. Mahira Ahmad; LHR TP 9719
This experimental study investigated the effectiveness of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) on depression and quality of life in individuals with Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD). PMDD, a severe form of premenstrual syndrome, affects 3-8% of women worldwide, causing significant mood disturbances and functional impairment during the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle. This study employed a pre-post experimental design with 17 women aged 18-28 years (M=25.82, SD=5.11) meeting DSM-5 criteria for PMDD as determined by the Premenstrual Symptoms Screening Tool (PSST). Participants underwent 12 weekly individual CBT sessions lasting 45 minutes each, designed to identify and modify maladaptive thought patterns and behaviors associated with premenstrual symptomatology. The intervention's effectiveness was assessed through pre-post comparisons using validated instruments: Beck Depression Inventory (BDI) for depressive symptoms, World Health Organization Quality of Life Assessment (WHOQOL), and PSST for PMDD diagnosis. Paired samples t-test was used to compare pre- and post-intervention scores across measures. It is hypothesized that CBT intervention will yield significant reductions in depression scores and significant improvements in quality of life among participants. Results showed a significant improvement in depression scores and quality of life of participants, however marital status was proven to not be a factor affecting the results. Additionally, this research contributes to increased clinical awareness and recognition of PMDD, addressing the current diagnostic gap in women’s reproductive mental health and providing healthcare practitioner with evidence based treatment guidelines
Social Networking Addiction, Self-Efficacy, and Academic Procrastination in University Students
(Library Information Services, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, 2024) Maryam Nawaz; SP20-BPY-030; Ma’am Huma Yasin; LHR TP 8875
The purpose of this correlational study was to evaluate the link between social networking Addiction, Academic Procrastination and Self- Efficacy. A convenient sampling method used to collect data for this correlational study from 300 participants age ranging between 18 to 24 years (M =20.20, SD =1.697). Demographic Questionnaire, social networking addiction scale, academic procrastination of students, and General self-efficacy Scale were used. The correlation analysis demonstrated that social networking addiction and academic procrastination significantly correlated yet we were unable to identify the obvious impact of self-efficacy in this study. These findings have important implications for education, research, and policymaking in universities. This study will contribute to prevention measures such as arranging webinars, screen time specific and also introduced counseling sessions as emerging adults have to go later in their marital, social, and professional life. Educational programs should be designed to promote a healthy environment and raise awareness about social networking addiction and academic procrastination. Overall, the results indicate that there are significant gender differences in social networking addiction and academic procrastination, with female students showing lower levels of addiction and procrastination compared too male students. However, no significant gender differences were found in self -efficacy. Despite the limitation, this study will contribute to understating the determinant factors that affect students’ studies just because of social networking addiction and emphases the importance of prevention and intervention strategies in this digital age to control academic procrastination
Union of Myth and Romance: A Study of ‘The Chronicles of Narnia’ as a Realm of Northrop Frye’s Literary Archetypes
(Library Information Services, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, 2022) Maryam Nawaz; FA20-REL-001; LHR TP 7905; Dr. Aasia Nusrat
This research investigates C.S Lewis’ The Chronicles of Narnia as a unification of myth and romance in the realm of Northrop Frye’s literary archetypes. The concept of archetypes is deeply entrenched within the genre of children’s fiction. These patterns or archetypes help create a multilayered canvas for the literary piece of work. Abiding by the widely acknowledged patterns of art, Lewis created this masterpiece for his young audience. In Frye’s terms, the novel fits into the category of myth and romance simultaneously, providing the protagonists that qualify both as mythical and romantic heroes. Archetypes from both genres are rigorously implied in all the books of The Chronicles of Narnia. Embedded under the semiotic expression of the tale, these archetypes serve to convey non-apparent meanings to the readers through the process of symbolization. The given research studies three different forms of archetypes in the seven books of The Chronicles of Narnia that include: the hero of myth and romance, pastoral and animal imagery, and the four mythoi of romance associated with the patterns seasonal cycles. The study, to sum up, explores how the use of archetypes conveys intended meanings by the author in more effective ways which enhances readers’ understanding beyond the surface-level expression of the text.