Clinical and Counselling Psychology Review

Hypersensitive Narcissism, Social Media Usage, and Selfitis Behaviour among University Students: Mediating Role of Self-Esteem

Syed Wasi Hassan, Asad Javed — Thu, 28 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000

The current study aimed to examine the relationship between hypersensitive narcissism, social media usage, and selfitis behaviour along with the mediating role of self-esteem among university students in Pakistan. Correlational research design and purposive sampling technique were used in the study. The sample comprised (N=200) university students with a mean age of 21.45 years (SD=2.42). Both men (n=100) and women (n=100) participants were included in the study. Standard instruments such as the Hypersensitive Narcissism Scale (HSNS), Selfitis Behaviour Scale (SBS), Social Media Affinity Scale (SMAS), and Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (RSES) were used to collect the data. The results indicated that hypersensitive narcissism, social media usage, and selfitis behaviour have a significant positive correlation, while they exhibit a non-significant correlation with self-esteem. The findings also revealed that hypersensitive narcissism and social media usage positively predict selfitis behaviour. It was also determined that hypersensitive narcissism, social media usage, selfitis behaviour, and self-esteem have the same impact on both genders. Self-esteem was taken as a mediator but the results showed that it did not mediate between these variables. The study may assist future educators, mental health professionals, and policymakers in recognizing and addressing such risk factors to promote a healthier academic and social environment. The study may further contribute to discussions related to digital well-being and the need for guidelines to ensure that social media platforms are used in ways that enhance rather than diminish the self-esteem of university students.

Child Sexual Abuse and Unresolved Trauma: A Case Study

Rabeea Irfan — Thu, 28 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Child sexual abuse is one of the most traumatic incidents that can alter the course of life of an individual. This article highlights the case of a 52-year-old man who was having difficulties in managing his anger, with complaints of anger management issues and dealing with repetitive and intrusive thoughts. A thorough investigation revealed that the client had been a victim of sexual abuse for years during his childhood, and all the symptoms stemmed from unresolved conflicts of the past trauma. A comprehensive management plan including behavioral, emotional and cognitive strategies was devised. Pre and post -management assessments indicated a marked improvement in the client's symptoms. This case focuses on the role of parents and society in providing an empathizing network to the victims, and a need to educate the children about sexual education and rights.

Parenting Styles, Academic Self-Efficacy, and Decision-Making Power in University Students

Sonia Naeem, Roqaiya Afzal, Ammal Ahmad — Thu, 28 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000

This study aims to examine the association between parenting styles, academic self-efficacy, and decision-making power among university students. The sample included 200 undergraduate and postgraduate students (100 men and 100 women) aged 18-28 years. Purposive sampling technique was used to select the participants. They were surveyed using a short version of the Parental Authority Questionnaire, Academic Self-Efficacy Scale, and Decision-Making Collaboration Scale. Correlation analysis was employed to assess the relationships between variables. Independent sample t-test was used to examine gender differences and regression analysis was used to identify the predictor variables for decision-making power. The results indicated a positive relationship between authoritative parenting styles, decision-making power, and academic self-efficacy among university students (p < .05). Regression analysis indicated authoritative parenting, permissive parenting, curricular activities, utilization of resources, and adjustment as predictors of decision-making power in university students. The results of an independent sample t-test showed significant gender differences between authoritarian parenting, curricular activities, and time management. Based on the results, the study concluded that the decision-making abilities of university students are significantly shaped by parenting styles, academic self-efficacy, and factors such as curricular activities and resource utilization. Further, gender differences in certain aspects highlight the need for tailored interventions. Overall, this research provides valuable insights for fostering holistic student development.

Workplace Stressors, Cognitive Emotion Regulation, Perceived Stress, and Quality of Life in Pilots

Maria Arslan, Sidra Zahra, Meera Irshad — Thu, 28 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000

This study investigates the relationship between workplace stressors, cognitive emotion regulation, perceived stress, and quality of life in pilots. Data was collected from 80 pilots, both Captains and First Officers, working at different airports and flying clubs in Pakistan. A cross-sectional research design and non-probability purposive sampling was used in this study. Correlation, regression, t-test, and analysis of variance (ANOVA) were used to analyze the results. The outcomes revealed a significant positive correlation among workplace stressors, cognitive emotion dysregulation, negatively perceived stress, and low quality of life in pilots. These findings were thoroughly discussed and recommendations were also made for further study.

Emotion Regulation and Self-Concept as Predictors of Interpersonal Problems in Transgender Population of Pakistan

Hibba Noor, Sana Rehman — Thu, 28 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000

The current study aimed to investigate the psychosocial predictors of interpersonal problems in transgender people of Pakistan. For this purpose, a sample of (n = 72) transgender individuals were recruited through the snowball sampling technique. The Emotion Regulation Questionnaire (ERQ), Personal Self-Concept Questionnaire (PSQ), and Interpersonal Problems Scale (IPS) were used to find out the predicting role of emotion regulation, self-concept, and interpersonal problems in transgender individuals, respectively. Data was analyzed through SPSS (Version 25). The findings revealed a significant positive relationship between all domains of emotion regulation namely awareness, clarity, goals, strategies, and impulse and two domains of interpersonal problems, namely sociability and involved. Only awareness and clarity domains of emotion regulation were found to be inversely correlated with the supportive domain of interpersonal problems. Furthermore, a significant positive association was observed between self-concept and the two domains of interpersonal problems, that is, sociability and involved. However, the two domains of self-concept, namely self-fulfillment and autonomy were observed to be inversely correlated with the supportive domain of interpersonal problems. These findings indicate that demographics (education) is a negative predictor of interpersonal problems. On the contrary, the two domains of emotion regulation (strategy and impulse) are positive predictors of interpersonal problems. Furthermore, one domain of self-concept (autonomy) is also a positive predictor of interpersonal problems. The study has significant theoretical and practical implications considering the Pakistani cultural context.