Personal Information
Dr. Neethu P S
Assistant Professor
M.Sc Applied Psychology (Specialization Clinical Psychology), Pondicherry University;PG Diploma in Industrial Psychology; Ph.D. Applied Psychology (Environmental Psychology), Pondicherry University
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- Cognitive and social aspects of Sports
- Health and Wellbeing
- Environmental Psychology
- Exercise Psychology
- Research Methodology
- Worked as Assistant Professor of Psychology in the Department of Psychology, Little Flower Institute of Social Sciences and Health (LISSAH), Kaithapoyil, Kozhikode, India, from June 2020 to September 2020.
- Worked as Assistant Professor of Psychology in the Department of Applied Psychology, Central University of Tamil Nadu, Thiruvarur, India, on a contractual basis from September 2017 to February 2019.
- Editorial Board member of the Journal of Psychology and Behavioural Therapy\
AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS
- Prof. Deepak Bhatt Award for the Best Paper Award IAAP 2018
- Dr. Barbara Hanfstingl – InSPA Best Paper Award in 2016
- Awarded with UGC National Fellowship for OBC 2016-2017
- Awarded with ICSSR Doctoral Fellowship on December 2015
- Cleared UGC National Eligibility Test (NET), December 2014
- Cleared Kerala State Eligibility Test (SET), June 2013
SCHOLASTIC RECORDS
| Year | Qualification | Board of examination |
| 2018 | Ph. D Applied Psychology | Pondicherry University, Puducherry |
| 2017 | PG Diploma in Industrial Psychology | Pondicherry University, Puducherry |
| 2013 | M.Sc. Applied Psychology | Pondicherry University, Puducherry |
| 2011 | B.Sc. Psychology | Calicut University, Kerala. |
| 2007 | Higher Secondary (Science) | Board of Higher Secondary, Kerala. |
| 2005 | S.S.L.C | Board of Secondary Education, Kerala. |
Dr. Neethu P S did her Ph.D. in Applied Psychology (Environmental Psychology) from Pondicherry University under the supervision of Prof. Surendra Kumar Sia on the topic "Impact of Residential Crowding on Parents Wellbeing and Parent-child relationship: Mediating role of Social Support, Locus of Control and Helplessness'.
| S. No. | Authors | Title of Article | Journal/Conference Details | Journal/Conference | Publication Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Neethu, P. S., & Sudarsan, A. | Hope and Wellbeing during COVID-19 Pandemic | International Journal of Social Sciences Review | Journal | 2021 |
| 2 | Mamman, J.C., Vithya, V., Neethu, P.S., & Paneer, S. | Health and well-being in a multi sectoral perspective: Recent trends challenges and opportunities. | New Delhi: Bloomsbury | Other | 2019 |
| 3 | Mamman, J.C., Vithya, V., Neethu, P.S., & Paneer, S. | Relevance of multi sectoral perspective in health and well-being | In Mamman, J.C, Vithya, V., Neethu, P.S., & Paneer, S. (Eds.), Health and well-being in a multi sectoral perspective: Recent trends challenges and opportunities. New Delhi: Bloomsbury | Book Chapter | 2019 |
| 4 | Neethu P.S., Ikal, R & Sia, S. K. | Residential Crowding, Perceived Control and Subjective Wellbeing among Dormitory Students. | Indian Journal of Applied Psychology, 44 (1). | Journal | 2018 |
| 5 | Neethu P.S & Sia, S. K. | PTSD, Mental health and Quality of Life; A Focus on Female Tsunami Survivor. | Natural Disaster and Women: A Gendered Perspective. Rawat: New Delhi | Book Chapter | 2018 |
| 6 | Neethu P.S. | Exploring the Opportunities and Challenges of Distant Education in India. | In Deb. S. & Veeraraghavan. V. (Eds.). Distance Education: Issues, Challenges and Way Forward. Pearson. | Book Chapter | 2018 |
| 7 | Neethu P.S & Sia, S. K. | Residential crowding, psychological distress and the mediating role of social support among dormitory students | Indian Journal of Health and Wellbeing, 8 (9), | Journal | 2017 |
| 8 | Neethu P.S. | Residential crowding, depression, anxiety and stress among women living in crowded residence. | Women in the changing world: Planet 50:50 by 2030. Meena Book Publications, New Delhi | Book Chapter | 2017 |
| 9 | Neethu P.S. | Effectiveness of Stair Climbing Programme on BMI and self-esteem among obese college students. | Indian Journal of Health and Wellbeing, 7 (8 | Journal | 2017 |
| 10 | Neethu P.S & Rafeeque. T. C. | Effectiveness of cognitive behavior therapy to enhance internal locus of control and academic performance among slow learners. | Education in India: Challenges and Perspectives, Vergal Publication, | Book Chapter | 2015 |
Attended
- International e-conference on ‘Innovations and Challenges in Research Publishing’ organized by Chitkara University Publications on February 22-23, 2022.
- Presented a paper titled “Body image Concern, Disordered eating attitude and Eating Behavior among Indian Collegiate Female athletes” in the 31st Convention of national Academy of psychology 2021-2022 organized by the Psychophysiology laboratory, Department of humanities and Social Sciences, IIT Bombay from 4-6 March, 2022.
- Presented a paper titled “Correlates of mental toughness among Elite athletes in India” in the 31st Convention of national Academy of psychology 2021-2022 organized by the Psychophysiology laboratory, Department of humanities and Social Sciences, IIT Bombay from 4-6 March, 2022.
- Chaired a session in the Multidisciplinary Annual International Conference organized by Department of Psychology, Amal College of Advanced Studies, Kerala (16 & 17, February, 2022)
- Key note address on the topic “Recent Trends & Opportunities of Sports Psychology” in the Two day International Webinar on Purview of Applied Psychology organized by Department of Psychology. MGC-ARC & IQAC, Mahatma Gandhi College, Kerala (15 & 16 February, 2022).
- Invited Lecture on “Make Children Self-Sufficient” in the in the online webinar series on Mindful parenting organized by Trust Center for Mindful Living, Kerala (15th May 2021 to 6th June 2021).
- Chaired one session in the International Conference on “The New Normal- Psychological Perspectives” organized by the Department of Psychology, Dr. MGR-Janaki College of Arts & Science for Women, Chennai. (26-27 March, 2021).
- Presented a paper titled “Corona anxiety, Corona Obsession and Psychological Wellbeing among Young Adults during Covid-19” in the International Virtual Conference on Post Covid-19: Enhancing Resilience and Wellbeing in Health and Education Sectors organized by Department of psychology, central University of Karnataka on 24-25 January 2022.
- Invited Lecture on “Family counseling” in the online internship organized by Trust Center for Mindful Living, Kerala (1-15 January 2021).
- A paper titled “Hope as a Psychological Resource Predicting Wellbeing during COVID-19 Pandemic” in the International Webinar on ‘Towards Well-Being in New Normal - Social, Psychological and Emotional’ organized by PG Department of Psychology, Ansar Women’s College in collaboration with Department of Education, Kerala University on 1st and 2nd September 2021.
- Presented a paper titled “Residential Crowding and Subjective Wellbeing: Mediating role of Helplessness” in the 53rd National and 22nd International conference of Indian Academy of Applied Psychology organized by the Department of Applied Psychology, Pondicherry University held on 16th – 18th February, 2018.
- Presented a paper titled “Role of Life Style in Obesity among Women” in the National conference organized by Dhanya Educational and Environmental Development Society and Yes We Can Organization in collaboration with UN Information Centre for India and Bhutan at Andhra Christian College, Guntur, AP on 8th March 2017.
- Presented a paper titled “Residential Crowding and Depression in Women” in the National conference organized by Dhanya Educational and Environmental Development Society and Yes We Can Organization in collaboration with UN Information Centre for India and Bhutan at Andhra Christian College, Guntur, AP on 8th March 2017.
- Presented a paper titled “Mediating role of social support in the association between Crowding and Wellbeing in Dormitory Students” in the 3rd International conference by the Department of Applied Psychology of the Pondicherry University and the 6th InSPA Conference, 2016 held on 13th – 15th October, 2016.
- Presented a paper titled “Gender difference in PTSD, Quality of Life and Mental Health among Tsunami Survivors” in the National conference on Natural Disaster and Women: A Gender Perspective, held at Department of Sociology, Pondicherry University on 6th – 7th October 2016.
- Presented a paper titled “Opportunities and Challenges of Distance Education” in the Two Day National conference on Distance Education in India: Emerging Challenges and Prospects, organized by Directorate of Distance Education, Pondicherry University on 8th – 9th September, 2016.
- Presented a paper titled “Residential Crowding and Well-being: Moderating role of Place attachment among Elderly” in the National conference on Caring the Elderly: Psycho-social Perspectives held at Department of Applied Psychology, Pondicherry University on 23rd – 24th March 2016.
- Presented a paper titled “The Consequences of Perceived Workplace discrimination among older workers” in the National conference on Caring the Elderly: Psycho-social Perspectives held at Department of Applied Psychology, Pondicherry University on 23rd – 24th March 2016.
- Presented a paper titled “Residential Crowding and Psychological Distress: Nature, Structure and Relationship among Indian Adolescence” in the International conference of IAHP on Health Psychology Emerging Trends and Challenges held at Department of Psychology, Jammu University on 6-8th December 2015.
- Presented a paper titled “BMI, Libido and Marital Adjustment among Couples” in the International conference of IAHP on Health Psychology Emerging Trends and Challenges held at Department of Psychology, Jammu University on 6-8th December 2015.
- Presented a paper titled “Effectiveness of Cognitive Behavior Therapy to Enhance Academic Performance and Locus of Control among Slow Learners” in the International Conference on Education in India: Challenges and Perspectives held at Annai Fathima College of Arts & Science, Thirumangalam, Madurai- Tamil Nadu on 7th March, 2015.
- Presented a paper titled “Effectiveness of Physical Activity to Enhance Academic Performance memory and well-being among School Students” in the International Conference on Education in India: Challenges and Perspectives held at Annai Fathima College of Arts & Science, Thirumangalam, Madurai- Tamil Nadu on 7th March, 2015.
- Presented a paper titled “The Role of Self Help groups in Women Empowerment” in the National Conference on Dignity and Existence of Indian Women in the 21st Century- with special reference to their Safety and Security held at Pt.Kamalapati Tripati Government P. G. College, Chandauli (UP) on 24- 25th February, 2015.
- Presented a paper titled “Aggression and Anxiety among Slow learners and Normal students” in the 16th National Conference on Psychology for Safe Students and Healthy Students organized by Pondicherry Psychology Association on 14-15 February, 2015.
- Presented a paper titled “Crowding: analyzing its antecedents and consequences” in the 49th National and 18th International Conference of Indian Academy of Applied Psychology (IAAP) Organized by Gujarat Law Society and Smt. Laxmiben & Shree Chimanlal Mehta Arts college on 1st – 3rd march, 2014.
- Presented a paper titled “Child marriage, a violation of child rights; Rules, realities and the role of culture- A formula for reform” in the International Conference on Child rights- issues and challenges on 18,19,20 January 2013, conducted by Department of Applied Psychology, Pondicherry University.
- Presented a paper titled “Early married women’s rights as human rights; Rules, realities and the role of culture- A formula for reform” in the one day seminar on Gender and human rights organised by dept. of social work, LISSAH in collaboration with National Human Rights commission, on 18th February 2011.
- Presented a paper titled “Effect of stress on the academic achievement of medical and engineering students” in the National Conference on Current Trends and challenges in applied psychology on October 14th and 15th 2010, conducted by Department of Psychology, Calicut University.
- 2nd National Workshop on ‘Structural Equation Modelling’ organized by Department of Technology Management, VIT University, Vellore on 11th-13th November 2016.
- Ten days National Workshop on ‘Statistical Analysis for Business Research’ organized by Department of Management Studies, Pondicherry University from 15 to 24 March 2017.
Organized
- Organizing secretary of the webinar series on ‘Career prospectus in sports psychology’ organized by Department of Sports Psychology, CURAJ (20th, 23rd July 2021 & 6th, 13th August, 2021).
- Coordinator of the one day National webinar on ‘National Professional Standards For Teachers (NPST): A Step towards Professional Development of Teachers’ organized by Department of Education, CURAJ (15th September, 2021).
| Title | Attachment File | Other Link |
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 Dr. Neethu P. S CV 30-03-2022.pdf |
