Prof. Dr. Ruhi Khalid IP - BNU

Dr. Ruhi Khalid is the Director of the Institute of Psychology at Beaconhouse National University, Lahore. Previously, she served as Chairperson of the Department of Applied Psychology at Punjab University and Associate Dean of the Faculty of Life Sciences. She earned her Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of Glasgow in 1986, having been awarded a Central Overseas Scholarship by the Government of Punjab. As a Fulbright Postdoctoral Scholar (1997–1998), she was a Visiting Fellow at the University of Pittsburgh, USA.

Dr. Khalid’s research spans multiple domains, including social, health, clinical, developmental, and gender psychology. She has received specialized training in therapeutic interventions for victims of violent crimes, sexual assault counseling, and victim assistance for abused women and children from esteemed institutions in Pittsburgh, USA. From 2001 to 2004, she facilitated a Higher Educational Link under DFID between her department and University College London’s Department of Clinical and Health Psychology. Her psychometric tools are widely recognized and utilized by researchers worldwide.

A distinguished academic, Dr. Khalid has played a transformative role in psychology and applied psychology, contributing to curriculum development for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs, as well as Gender Studies. She is an active member of prestigious organizations such as the British Psychological Society and the American Psychological Association and serves on the Punjab Healthcare Commission and the Mental Health Authority. She has organized numerous national and international seminars, webinars, and conferences and sits on the editorial boards of leading scientific journals. With over 100 research publications, she has supervised several Ph.D. candidates and consults for mental health organizations supporting individuals with special needs. In recognition of her exceptional contributions to academia, the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan honored her in 2005.

• Postdoctoral Scholar, University of Pittsburgh, USA (Fulbright Scholar)
• PhD in [Field of Study], University of Glasgow, UK (Central Overseas Scholar)
• MSc in Applied Psychology, University of the Punjab, Lahore
• BA, Kinnaird College, Lahore

• Director, Institute of Psychology, Beaconhouse National University (BNU) (2008–present)
• Professor, Institute of Psychology, Beaconhouse National University (BNU) (2004–present)
• Dean, Faculty of Life Sciences, University of the Punjab (2004)
• Chairperson, Department of Applied Psychology, University of the Punjab (1999–2003)
• Professor, University of the Punjab (1996–2008)
• Associate Professor, University of the Punjab (1991–1996)
• Assistant Professor, University of the Punjab (1978–1991)
• Lecturer, University of the Punjab (1972–1978)
• Clinical Psychologist, Social Welfare Department, Government of the Punjab (1971–1972)
• Warden, Girls’ Hostel No. 1, University of the Punjab (1977–1982)
• Superintendent, Girls’ Hostel No. 1, University of the Punjab (1975–1977)

• Established the Counseling Cell at Beaconhouse National University (2016)
• Founded the Institute of Psychology at Beaconhouse National University (2008)
• Established the Department of Applied Psychology at Beaconhouse National University (2004)
• Associate Dean, University of the Punjab (2003–2004)
• Chairperson, Department of Applied Psychology, University of the Punjab (1999–2003)
• Established a Higher Education Link with the Department of Clinical and Health Psychology, University College London, funded by DFID and managed by the British Council, Lahore (2001–2004)
• Convener, Board of Studies for Psychology and Applied Psychology (2002–2004)
• Convener, Board of Studies for Applied Psychology (1999–2002)
• Established the Psychological Evaluation Cell in the Department of Applied Psychology (1999)
• Developed MPhil & PhD regular programs in the Department of Applied Psychology (1999)
• Introduced the Semester System in the Department of Applied Psychology (2002)
• Established the Evening MSc program in the Department of Applied Psychology (2002)
• Developed counseling facilities for students in the Department of Applied Psychology (1999)
• Established a Computer Lab in the Department of Applied Psychology and introduced computer courses in Psychology / Applied Psychology (2000)
• Revised and introduced new courses for MSc, MPhil, and PhD programs in Applied Psychology and Psychology (1999, 2001, 2003, 2004, 2005)
• Warden, Girls’ Hostel No. 1, University of the Punjab (1972–1974)
• Student Advisor and Coordinator, Department of Applied Psychology, University of the Punjab (1973–1981, 1985–1997)

• Developed a course module on Forensic Psychology for prison staff, police, and related personnel.
• Developed course modules for undergraduate programs at the Virtual University of Pakistan.
• Evaluator of subject monographs and textbooks for the Higher Education Commission, Islamabad.
• Referee for the evaluation of candidates for the positions of Professor and Associate Professor at:
• Forman Christian College
• Lahore College for Women University
• Government College University
• Quaid-e-Azam University
• Peshawar University
• Bahauddin Zakariya University
• Examiner and paper setter for the selection of lecturers in Psychology and Applied Psychology for the Punjab Public Service Commission.
• External examiner for the evaluation of dissertations for M.Sc., M.Phil., and Ph.D. students at:
• University of the Punjab
• Government College University
• Quaid-e-Azam University
• Lahore College for Women University
• Fulbright Post-Doctoral Fellowship recipient (1997-98).
• Visiting Fellow at the University of Glasgow.
• Conducted a series of psychology programs for Radio Pakistan.
• Consultant for the Social Welfare Department, Government of Punjab.
• Consultant for the Institute of Chartered Accountants for curriculum development.
• Reviewer of grants and awards for the Higher Education Commission (HEC).
• University representative in the Federal Public Service Commission's Selection Board for Psychology and Applied Psychology.
• Developed courses for the Public Service Commission in Psychology (2007).
• Developed Psychology and Applied Psychology courses for B.A., B.Sc., and M.Sc. programs at:
• University of the Punjab
• Government College University
• Lahore College for Women University
• University of Sargodha
• University of Balochistan, Quetta
• Beaconhouse National University

Honorary Social Work Experience

• Family House, Pittsburgh, U.S.A. (1979-1998)
• Magee Hospital, Pittsburgh, U.S.A. (1977-1998)
• Fountain House, Lahore (1972-2005)
• SOS Village, Lahore
• Children's Home, Faisalabad, Pakistan
• Society for Handicapped Children, Johar Town, Pakistan
• Alzheimer’s Society, Pakistan

• Member of the Mental Health Task Force, Government of Punjab, Lahore (2020)
• Member of the Technical Advisory Committee, Punjab Healthcare Commission (2020)
• Member, Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC)
• Member of the Punjab Mental Health Authority Task Force (2019)
• Member, American Psychological Association (to date)
• Member, British Psychological Association (to date)
• Member, HEC Curriculum Development for Gender Studies (2016)
• Member, Board of Governors, Urdu Science Board, Government of Pakistan (1999–2004)
• Member, Executive Committee, Urdu Science Board, Government of Pakistan (1999–2004)
• Member, Intra-University Course Curricular Committee (2005)
• Member, World Women’s Mental Health Organization, UK (1999–2008)
• Member, International Women’s Association, Pittsburgh, USA (1997–1998)
• Member, Third World Organization for Women in Science, Italy (1992–to date)
• Member, Task Force, Social Welfare Department, Government of Punjab (1999–2003)
• Member, International Association of Women's Health (1998–to date)
• Member, International Foster Care Organization (1992–to date)
• Member, Pakistan Society for Cancer Prevention (1990–to date)
• Life Member, Pakistan Psychological Association (1972–to date)
• Member, Advisory Committee for Special Education, Social Welfare Department, Government of Punjab (1994–1998)
• Member, Organizational Committee, Pakistan Psychological Association International Conference, Lahore (September 25–28, 1991)
• Member, Society for the Rehabilitation of Handicapped Children (1988–to date)
• Member, Academic Affairs Committee, Afro-Asian Society of Psychology
• Member, Curricular Committee, University Grants Commission (1976–1999)
• Member, Psychologist Forum
• Vice President, Afro-Asian Psychological Association (1993–1996)
• Member, Board of Studies for Psychology, University of Sargodha
• Member, Board of Studies for Psychology, University of Balochistan
• Member, Board of Studies for Psychology, Government College University, Lahore
• Member, Board of Studies for Psychology, Beaconhouse National University, Lahore
• Member, Board of Studies for Psychology, Lahore College University, Lahore
• Convener, Board of Studies for Psychology and Applied Psychology, University of the Punjab, Lahore (1999–2003)
• Member, Board of Studies for Psychology and Applied Psychology, University of the Punjab, Lahore (1986–2005)
• Member, Equivalence Committee, University of the Punjab, Lahore (1999–to date)
• Member, Affiliation Committee for Psychology/Applied Psychology, University of the Punjab, Lahore (1999–2003)
• Member, Board of Faculty of Science, University of the Punjab, Lahore (1986–1989, 1991–1995, 1996–to date)
• Member, Editorial Board, Journal of Humanities, University of the Punjab
• Member, Peer Review Committee, University of the Punjab, Lahore (2004)
• Member, Academic Council, University of the Punjab, Lahore (1996–to date)
• Member, Senate, University of the Punjab, Lahore (1996–to date)
• Member, Academic Staff Association, University of the Punjab (1972–to date)
• Member, Research Review Committee, University of the Punjab, Lahore (1998–1999)
• Chairperson, Sub-Committee of the Hall Council for Girls’ Hostels, University of the Punjab, Lahore (1977–1979)
• Girls’ Hostel Student Coordinator, University of the Punjab, Lahore (1977–1980)
• Member, Hall Council, University of the Punjab, Lahore (1975–1981)
• Member, Board of Governors, Department of Women Studies, University of the Punjab, Lahore (1999)

• Fulbright Fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA (1997-1998).
• Central Overseas Scholarship awarded by the Government of Punjab (1982).
• Established a Higher Education Link with the Department of Clinical and Health Psychology, University College London, funded by DFID (2001-2004).
• Awarded the Best University Teacher Award by HEC (2010).
• Received a Fee Waiver for a training program at the Center for Victims of Violent Crimes, Pittsburgh, USA (1998).
• Granted a Fee Waiver for training at the Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh, USA (1997).
• Participated in the Brain and Behavior Program at Trieste, Italy (1991).
• Completed the Foster Care Training Program in Sweden (1992).
• Received multiple Research Awards from HEC.
• Awarded a Scholarship for BSc. in Psychology (1969).

Research Publications

• Asma Bashir and Ruhi Khalid, A Systematic Literature Review on Predictors of Pakistani International Students' Psychosocial Adjustment at Foreign Higher Education Institutions, Pakistan Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology, 2023, Vol. 21, No. 2, 3-11
• Ayesha Sarfaraz, Ayesha Khalid, Shirmeen Ijaz, Shehla A Yasin and Ruhi Khalid, Development and Validation of work/family conflict scale for women Al-Qantara, 2023, Vol. 9, Issue 4
• Rehmana Khalil and Ruhi Khalid, Factors Contributing to Psychological Impact on Frontline Healthcare Workers during COVID-19 Pakistan Journal of Psychological Research, 2023, Vol. 38, No. 4, 709-728
• Mahwish Ali Khan and Ruhi Khalid, Optimism Bias, Fear, and Compliance with COVID-19 Related Protective Behaviors Among Healthy and Diabetic Young Adults Pakistan Journal of Psychological Research, 2023, Vol. 38, No. 3, 539-559
• Sidra Afzal and Ruhi Khalid, Indigenizing the Postnatal Blues in Pakistani Context: A Psychometric Study Pakistan Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology, 20(02), 14-24, 2023
• Sijil Shahbaz Butt and Ruhi Khalid, Unsung Heroes of Cancer Care: Loneliness, Social Support, and Quality of Life in Informal Cancer Caregivers During COVID-19 Pandemic Pakistan Journal of Psychological Research, 2023, Vol. 39, No. 2, 207-236, 2023
• Maryam Liaqat and Dr. Ruhi Khalid, Emotional and Family Functioning of Middle-Aged Mothers during the COVID-19 Pandemic Pakistan Journal of Psychological Research, 37(3), 2022
• Asma Bashir & Dr. Ruhi Khalid, Determinants of psychological adjustment of Pakistani international students Cogent Education, 9:1, Aug 2022
• Asma Bashir & Dr. Ruhi Khalid, The Interplay of Pakistani Students’ Acculturative Stress and Social Support International Review of Basic and Applied Sciences Vol. 10 Issue.2, Apr 2022
• Nabia Luqman & Dr. Ruhi Khalid, The learning style preferences of e-learners in Pakistan, Vol. 15, No. 1, 2022
• Ayesha Sarfaraz and Ruhi Khalid, Work/Family Interface of Women: Insights from a Collectivistic Society, Pakistan Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology 2021, Vol. 19, No. 2, 11-21
• Asma Bashir & Dr. Ruhi Khalid, Role of Personality Traits and Demographic Characteristics in Psychological and Sociocultural Adjustment: Evidence from International Pakistani Scholars, Clinical and Counselling Psychology Review Volume 3 Issue 2, 2021
• Asma Bashir & Dr. Ruhi Khalid, Pakistani International Students’ Acculturative Experiences of Studying Abroad: A Systematic Literature Review International Review of Basic and Applied Sciences Vol. 9 Issue.4, Oct 2021
• Asma Bashir & Dr. Ruhi Khalid, Choice of Coping Strategies and Psycho-Social Adjustment of Pakistani Students: An Exploratory Study Asian Social Studies and Applied Research (ASSAR) Volume 2 Issue 3, Aug 2021
• Asma Bashir, Dine Brinkman, Harm J. A. Biemans & Dr. Ruhi Khalid, A Qualitative Exploration of Acculturation Practices of Pakistani Students in Dutch Society, SAGE Open, 2021
• Nabia Luqman & Ruhi Khalid, Development and Validation of Learning Style Scale for E-Learners, SAGE Open, 2021
• Nabia Luqman & Ruhi Khalid, Journey towards E-Learning in Pakistan: A Systematic Review, International Journal of Distance Education and E-Learning (IJDEEL) Volume V-Issue II, June 2020
• Asma Bashir & Dr. Ruhi Khalid, Development and Validation of the Acculturative Stress Scale for Pakistani Muslim Students, Cogent Psychology, Vol. 7, No. 1 2020
• Sabeen Khan and Ruhi Khalid, Narcissism, Personality Traits and Conspicuous Consumption of Brand in Youth, European Journal of Behavioral Sciences, 2019, Vol. 2, Issue 3, 20-28, ISSN 2538-807X
• Syedda Maheen Abid Ali & Ruhi Khalid, A comparative study of Emotional and Behavioral Problems among Children with and without learning disabilities, Medical & Clinical Research Vol 4, Issue 40, 2019
• Asma Bashir, Dine Brinkman, Harm Biemans & Ruhi Khalid, A Qualitative Exploration of Educational Experiences of Pakistani Students at Dutch Universities, Pakistan Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology, Vol. 17, No. 2, 2019
• Sijil Shahbaz Butt, Farhat Jamil, Ruhi Khalid, Cyber-bullying, Self-Esteem and Interpersonal Trust in Young Adults, Pakistan Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology, Vol. 17, No. 1, pages 38-46, 2019
• Ruhi Khalid, Amina Muazzam & Farhat Jamil, Attitude towards honor killings, religious commitment and patriarchal beliefs in young Muslim adults, Conference Proceedings, Psychology of Women and Equalities Section, British Psychological Society, Windsor, UK, 2019
• Subha Malik, Ruhi Khalid, Farhat Jamil, Brief COPE, November 2019
• Abia Nazim, Ruhi Khalid, Assessment of temperature in children with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association 69(10):1, October 2019
• Shehryar Alam Khan and Ruhi Khalid, Disciplines of Study, Empathy and Ambivalent Sexism of University Students across Gender EC Psychology and Psychiatry 8.6 (2019): 540-549
• Ruhi Khalid, S.G. Schon, A. Ortega, A.P. Wemhoff, Waste Heat Recovery Using Coupled 2-Phase Cooling & Heat-Pump Driven Absorption Refrigeration, Conference 2019 18th IEEE Intersociety Conference on Thermal and Thermomechanical Phenomena in Electronic Systems (ITherm), May 2019
• Khurram Sheraz, Faiz Mohiuddin & Ruhi Khalid, Stress and Coping among Parents with Mentally Handicapped Children, Journal of Pakistan Psychiatric Society, Vol. 15, No. 1, pages 36-38, 2018
• Abia Nazim & Ruhi Khalid, Adaptive Functioning Correlates among Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Rawal Medical Journal, Vol. 43, No. 4, pages 712-716, 2018
• Abia Nazim & Ruhi Khalid, Psychosocial Correlates of Temperament in Children with Intellectual Disabilities, International Journal of Social Sciences and Educational Studies, Vol. 5, No. 2, pages 31-41, 2018
• Nabia Luqman & Ruhi Khalid, The Relationship Between Personality Traits, Learning Styles and Academic Performance of E-Learners, Open Praxis, International Council for Open and Distance Education, Vol. 10, No. 3, page 249, 2018
• A. Maqsood, Farhat Jamil & Ruhi Khalid, Thinking Styles and Belief in Superstitions: Moderating Role of Gender in young Muslim Adults, Pakistan Journal of Psychological Research, Vol. 33, No. 2, pages 335-348, 2018
• Fatima Javed Saleem, Farhat Jamil & Ruhi Khalid, Gender Differences in Nutritional Quality of Life in Young and Old adults, Annals of King Edward Medical University (AKEMU), Vol. 24, No. S (2018), pages 872-878, October 2018
• Iram Fatima, Ruhi Khalid, Some aspects of reliability and validity of belief in a just world questionnaire, Pakistan Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology, Vol. 5, No. 1, 15-24, October 2018
• Ruhi Khalid, Filial Obligation: Parental Modeling and Gender Conference Proceedings, Psychology of Women and Equalities Section, pages 47-59, British Psychological Society, Windsor, UK, 2018
• Subha Malik, Farhat Jamil & Ruhi Khalid, Adaptation and Validation of COPE Inventory for Earthquake Survivors in Pakistan, Journal of Pakistan Psychiatric Society, Vol. 15, No. 1, pages 31-35, 2018
• Fatima Nadeem & Ruhi Khalid, The relationship of gender role attitudes with career aspirations and career choices among young adults, Pakistan Journal of Psychological Research, Vol. 33, No. 2 (Special Issue), pages 455-471, 2018
• Abia Nazim & Ruhi Khalid, Assessment of Adaptive Functioning of Children with Typical Development Attending Primary Schools in Lahore, International Journal of Social Sciences and Educational Studies, Vol. 4, Issue No. 4, Article 12, 2018
• Nabia Luqman & Ruhi Khalid, The Psychology of E-Learning, International Journal of Law, Humanities and Social Sciences, Vol. 2, No. 1, pages 11-19, 2017
• Nabia Luqman & Ruhi Khalid, Emerging Trends of E-Learning in Pakistan: Past, Present and Future, International Journal of Law, Humanities and Social Sciences, Vol. 2, No. 1, pages 20-35, 2018
• Abeer Saleem, Farhat Jamil, Ruhi Khalid, Workplace Stress and Coping Strategies of Security Guards working in universities, Pakistan Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology, Vol. 15, No. 2, pages 29-36, 2017
• Ruhi Khalid, Gender Role Attitudes, Career Aspirations and Career choices of Young Adults, Conference Proceedings, Psychology of Women Section, British Psychological Society, Windsor, UK, 2017
• Fatima Khan, Ruhi Khalid & Farhat Jamil, Parental Modeling as predictor of Filial Obligation in Young Adults, Pakistan Journal of Psychology, Vol. 48, No. 2, pages 47-59, 2017
• Farhat Jamil & Ruhi Khalid, Predictors of academic achievement in primary school students, Pakistan Journal of Psychological Research, Vol. 31, No. 1, pages 45-61, 2016
• Sidra Afzal & Ruhi Khalid, Postnatal Affective Disorders: Mapping the Research in Pakistan, Journal of Gender and Social Issues, Vol. 15, No. 1, 2016
• Farhat Jamil & Ruhi Khalid, Factors Contributing to Depression during Peri Menopause: Findings of a Pakistani Sample Sex Roles, Vol. 75, No. 11-12, pages 612-622, 2016
• Raumish Tabassum and Ruhi Khalid, Altruism in Pakistan, Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2016, Volume 21, Issue 1, 58-60
• Ruhi Khalid, Gender Differences in Academic Achievement a Systematic Review on Result Statistics of Secondary and Higher Secondary Examination in Pakistan, The 2nd World Conference on Women’s Studies WCWS-2016, Colombo, Sir Lanka, 2016
• Farhat Jamil, Ruhi Khalid, Use of Technology and Moral Competence across Younger and Older Adults, Journal of Arts and Social Sciences, 2015, s2(2), 21-31
• Subha Malik & Ruhi Khalid, Well-Being After Natural Disasters: Rising from the Ruins, Pakistan Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology, Vol. 13, No. 1, pages 48-54, 2015
• Ayesha Sarfaraz & Ruhi Khalid, Journey from Family to work: Systematic Review, Journal of Behavioral Sciences, Vol. 25, No. 2, 2015
• Marium Javed Bajwa & Ruhi Khalid, Impact of Personality on Vengeance and Forgiveness in Young Adults, Journal of Psychology and Clinical Psychiatry Volume 2 Issue 5, 2015
• Amna Butt & Ruhi Khalid, Behavioral Problems in Children: A systematic Review of Research Literature in Pakistan, Journal of Behavioral Sciences, Vol. 25, No. 2. 2015
• Sidra Afzal & Ruhi Khalid, Social support and Postnatal Depression in Pakistani Context, Pakistan Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology, Vol.12, No.1, pages 34-38, 2014
• Javaria Zahra, Farhat Jamil & Ruhi Khalid, Development and Preliminary Validation of an Indigenous Scale for Assessment of Learning Disabilities, Pakistan Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology, Vol. 12, No. 2, pages 27-37, 2014
• Syeda Salma Hasan & Ruhi Khalid, Academic Locus of Control of High and Low Achieving Students, Journal of Research and Reflections in Education, Vol. 8, No. 1, pages 22-33, 2014
• Ruhi Khalid, Gender as a Disability in Rural Pakistan, Conference Proceedings, Psychology of Women Section, British Psychological Society Annual Conference, Windsor, UK, 2014
• Ruhi Khalid, Perceived threat of violence and coping strategies of women in Pakistan, Conference Proceedings, Citizenship The Politics of Women’s work, feminism and the life course, British Psychological Society Annual Conference, Windsor, UK, 2013
• Farhat Jamil & Ruhi Khalid, Development and Validation of Menopausal Symptoms Scale (MSS) for Pakistani sample, Pakistan Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology, Vol. 9, No. 3, pages 75-81, 2012
• Syeda Shahida Batool & Ruhi Khalid, Development and Validation of scale of emotional intelligence (SEI) International Trade & Academic Research Conference (ITARC), 7-8th November, 2012
• Syeda Salma Hasan & Ruhi Khalid, Differences in Achievement motivation and its salient components among high and low achieving students, Pakistan Journal of Psychology, Vol. 43, No. 1, pages 27-40, 2012
• Zarghuna Naseem & Ruhi Khalid, Daily stressors of university teachers of Pakistan: Development and Validation of a Scale, Journal of Research and Reflections in Education, Vol. 6, No.1, pages 1-15, 2012
• Ruhi Khalid, Rising from the Ruins, Conference Proceedings, Women & Austerity, Annual Conference, British Psychological Society, Windsor UK, 2012
• Tahira Jabeen & Ruhi Khalid, Cross Validation of Ryff’s Scales of Psychological Well-being: Translation into Urdu Language, The International Journal of Educational and Psychological Assessment, Vol. 10, No. 2., pages 67-91, 2012
• Syeda Shahida Batool & Ruhi Khalid, Emotional Intelligence: A Predictor of Marital Quality in Pakistani Couples, Pakistan Journal of Psychological Research, Vol. 27, No. 1, pages 65-88, 2012
• Ruhi Khalid, Emotional Intelligence and Marital Quality of Couples with Arranged Marriages, Conference Proceedings, Psychology of Women Section, British Psychological Society Annual Conference, Windsor, UK, 2011
• Tahira Jabeen & Ruhi Khalid, Moderators of Acculturative Stress in Pakistani Immigrants: The Role of Personal and Social Resources, International Journal of Intercultural Relations, Vol. 35, No. 5, pages 523-533, 2011
• Ruhi Khalid, Changes in Perception of Gender Roles: Returned Migrants, Pakistan Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology, Vol. 9, pages 16-20, 2011
• Syeda Shahida Batool & Ruhi Khalid, Development of Indigenous Scale of Emotional Intelligence and Evaluation of Its Psychometric Properties, Pakistan Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology, Vol. 9, pages 66-72, 2011
• Ruhi Khalid & Amina Moazzam, Development and Validation of Disordered Eating Behavior Scale: Identification, Prevalence and Difference with Clinically Diagnosed Eating Disorders, Pakistan Journal of Psychological Research, Vol. 26, No. 2, pages 127-148, 2011
• Ruhi Khalid, Development of Feminist Psychology: A Pakistani Perspective, Handbook of International Feminism; Perspectives of Psychology, July 2011
• Ruhi Khalid, Corrigendum to “Moderators of Acculturative Stress in Pakistani Immigrants: The Role of Personal and Social Resources,” Jan 2011
• Zarghuna Naseem & Ruhi Khalid, Positive Thinking in Coping with Stress and Health Outcomes: Literature Review, Journal of Research and Reflection in Education, Vol. 4, No.1, pages 42-61, 2010
• Tahira Jabeen & Ruhi Khalid, Predictors of Psychological Well-being of Pakistani Immigrants in Toronto, Canada, International Journal of Intercultural Relations, Vol. 34, No. 5, pages 452-464, 2010
• Tahira Jabeen & Ruhi Khalid, Development and Preliminary Validation of Multidimensional Acculturative Stress Scale for Pakistani Immigrants in Toronto, Canada, International Journal of Intercultural Relations, Vol. 34, pages 233-243, 2010
• Farhat Jamil & Ruhi Khalid, Menopause and Related Issues, Pakistan Journal of Psychology, Vol. 40, No. 2, pages 15-26, 2009
• Ruhi Khalid & Syeda Salma Hasan, Test Anxiety in High and Low Achievers, Pakistan Journal of Psychological Research, Vol. 24, No. 3-4, pages 97-114, 2009
• Syeda Shahida Batool & Ruhi Khalid, Low Emotional Intelligence: A Risk Factor for Depression, Journal of Pakistan Psychiatric Society, Vol. 6, No.2, pages 65-72, 2009
• Ruhi Khalid & Syeda Shahida Batool, Role of Emotional Intelligence in Marital Relationship, Pakistan Journal of Psychological Research, Vol. 24, No. 1-2, pages 43-62, 2009
• Amina Muazzam & Ruhi Khalid, Disordered Eating Behaviors: An Overview of Asian Cultures, Journal of Pakistan Psychiatric Society, Vol. 5, No. 2, pages 76-80, 2008
• Iram Fatima & Ruhi Khalid, Some Aspects of Reliability and Validity of Beliefs in a Just World Questionnaire, Pakistan Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology, Vol. 5, No. 1, pages 15-24, 2007
• Ruhi Khalid, Relationship Between Conflict Resolution Strategies and Perceived Marital Adjustment, Journal of Behavioral Sciences, Vol. 14, No. 1-2, pages 29-42, 2005
• Ruhi Khalid & Amna Tarar, Effects of Cross Categorization on Inter-group Perceptions of Muslims and Christians in Pakistan, Pakistan Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology, Vol. 2, pages 3-16, 2004
• Ruhi Khalid & Irene Hanson Frieze, Measuring Perceptions of Gender Roles: The IAWS for Pakistanis and U.S. Immigrant Population, Sex Roles, Vol. 51, No. 5-6, pages 293-300, 2004
• Ruhi Khalid, Comparative Study of Parental Deprivation and Self-Esteem of Children, Journal of Research (Humanities), Vol. 38, No.2, pages 41-54, 2003
• Ruhi Khalid, Suicidal Ideation in Female Victims of Domestic Violence, Journal of Behavioral Sciences, Vol. 13, No. 1-2, pages 23-32, 2002
• Ruhi Khalid, Depressed Mother’s Perception of Their Children’s Behavioral Problems, Journal of Behavioral Sciences, Vol. 12, No. 1-2, pages 35-46, 2002
• Ruhi Khalid, Gender Differences in Perception of Desirable Personality Traits, Journal of Behavioral Sciences, Vol. 10, No. 2, pages 35-45, 2001
• Gul Afsheen & Ruhi Khalid, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Like Symptoms in Breast Cancer Patients, Journal of the Indian Academy of Applied Psychology, Vol. 26, No. 1-2, pages 47-55, 2001
• Ruhi Khalid, Female Cases of Suicide, New Directions in Research for Women, 2001
• Ruhi Khalid, Gender Divide in Suicide, New Directions in Research for Women, pages 51-59, 2000
• Ruhi Khalid, Similarity in Values and Marital Intimacy, New Directions in Research for Women, pages 35-38, 2000
• Ruhi Khalid, Gender Differences in the Manifestation of Aggression, Journal of Behavioral Sciences, Vol. 11, No. 1-2, pages 9-35, 2000
• Ruhi Khalid, Mother with Cancers: Their Children’s Psychological Problems, New Directions in Research for Women, pages 28-30, 2000
• Ruhi Khalid, Gender Differences in Suicide: A Study of Pakistani Population, Journal of Research (Humanities), Vol. 34, No. 1-2, pages 115-136, 2000
• Ruhi Khalid, Marital Adjustment of Infertile Women, New Directions in Research for Women, pages 33-35, 2000
• Ruhi Khalid, Cancer Patient’s Adjustment and Family Cohesion, Journal of Behavioral Sciences, Vol. 10, No. 1, pages 37-50, 1999
• Ruhi Khalid, Personality Factors and the Recovery Rates of Heart Patients After Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery, Journal of Behavioral Sciences, Vol. 9, pages 37-54, 1998
• Ruhi Khalid, Mental Health of Pakistani Women and Their Children Living in Extended and Nuclear Families, New Directions in Research for Women, pages 67-69, 1997
• Ruhi Khalid, Role of Maternal Depression in the Perception of Child's Maladjustment, Afro-Asian Journal of Psychology, pages 30-37, 1997
• Ruhi Khalid, A Comparison of Child Disciplining Techniques Used by Army Officers and Civilians and the Level of Aggression in Their Children, The Journal of Psychology, No. 24, pages 50-58, 1997
• Ruhi Khalid, Child Rearing Practices of Pakistani & Scottish Parents: A Cross-Cultural Comparison, The Journal of Psychology, No. 24, pages 24-40, 1997
• Ruhi Khalid, Importance of Similarities in Intimate Relationships, Psychological Perspectives, pages 36-37, 1997
• Ruhi Khalid, Perceived Threat of Violence and Coping Strategies: A Case of Pakistani Women, Journal of Behavioral Sciences, Vol. 8, No. 1-2, pages 43-54, 1997
• Ruhi Khalid, Profile of Women in Dar-ul-Aman, Psychological Perspectives, pages 36-40, 1997
• Ruhi Khalid, Menstrual Cycle Changes and Coping Strategies, Journal of Behavioral Sciences, Vol. 6-7, No. 1-2, pages 25-36, 1996
• Ruhi Khalid, A Comparative Study of Level of Aggression in Madrassas and Public School Boys, Conference Proceedings, Second Muslim Psychological Conference, Society for Advancement of Muslim Psychology, Lahore, Pakistan, pages 26-29, 1996
• Ruhi Khalid, Effect of Age and Gender on Expected Personality Traits, Conference Proceedings, Second Muslim Psychology Conference, Society for Advancement of Muslim Psychology, Lahore, Pakistan, 1996
• Ruhi Khalid, Role of Maternal Depression in the Perception of Child's Problems, Proceedings of Regional Meeting of World Psychiatric Association, Lahore, Pakistan, 1996
• Ruhi Khalid, Effectiveness Factors in Some of Pakistani Primary Schools, UNICEF Islamabad, Research Report, 1995
• Ruhi Khalid, Stress and Migration: A Study of Muslim Adolescents in the U.K., Conference Proceedings, Mental Health Care in Developing Countries, Pakistan Psychiatric Association, Lahore, Pakistan, 1995
• Ruhi Khalid, Family Support and the Adjustment of Breast Cancer Patients, Conference Proceedings, Third Afro-Asian Psychological Congress, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 1994
• Ruhi Khalid, Perceived Threat of Violence as an Instrument of Social Control of Women, Conference Proceedings, Pakistan Psychological Association 9th International Conference, Lahore, Pakistan, 1994
• Ruhi Khalid, A Study of Postnatal Depression: Planned vs. Unplanned Pregnancy, Conference Proceedings, Pakistan Psychological Association 9th International Conference, Lahore, Pakistan, 1994
• Ruhi Khalid, Dual Career Families and Father's Role, Role of Psychologists in the New Social Order, pages 187-192, Research Publication of Pakistan Psychological Association, 1994
• Ruhi Khalid, The Asian Muslim Female Adolescent's Attitude Towards Marriage: A Comparative Study of Adolescents in Bradford (UK) and Mirpur (Azad Kashmir), Conference Proceedings, Pakistan Psychological Association 9th International Conference, Lahore, Pakistan, 1994
• Ruhi Khalid, Fear of Crime in Women, Role of Psychologists in the New Social Order, pages 253-254, Research Publication of Pakistan Psychological Association, 1994
• Ruhi Khalid, What Worries the Mother: Marriage of Sons or the Daughters?, Conference Proceedings, Pakistan Psychological Association International Conference, Lahore, Pakistan, 1994
• Ruhi Khalid, Anxiety and Parent-Adolescent Interaction, Journal of Research (Humanities), Vol. 28, No.1-2, pages 59-68, 1994
• Ruhi Khalid, A Comparative Study of Video Watching of Teenagers as Reported by Their Mothers, Role of Psychologists in the New Social Order, pages 249-254, Research Publication of Pakistan Psychological Association, 1994
• Ruhi Khalid, Attitude of Husbands Towards Working Wives, Conference Proceedings, Pakistan Psychological Association International Conference (Poster Presentation), Lahore, Pakistan, 1994
• Ruhi Khalid, Perceived Maternal Behavior and Masculinity of Self-Concept Among Father-Absent Boys, Journal of Behavioral Sciences, Vol. 2, pages 45-54, 1993
• Ruhi Khalid, English Language Performance of Immigrant Children in the U.K., Bulletin of Education and Research, Vol. 15, No.1, pages 225-231, 1992
• Ruhi Khalid, Trainable Mentally Retarded Child's Impact on the Family, Afro-Asian Journal of Psychology, Vol. 1, No. 1, pages 47-58, 1992
• Ruhi Khalid, Perceived Maternal Behavior and Masculinity of Self-Concept Among Father-Absent Boys, Journal of Behavioral Sciences, Vol. 2, No. 2, pages 45-54, 1991
• Ruhi Khalid, Parents’ Disciplinary Behavior and the Self-Esteem of Sons and Daughters, Conference Proceedings, Pakistan Psychological Association 8th International Conference, Vol. 2, Islamabad, Pakistan, 1991
• Ruhi Khalid, Socio-Demographic Characteristics Associated with Depression in Pregnancy and Postpartum, Conference Proceedings, Pakistan Psychological Association 8th International Conference, Vol. 4, pages 46-57, Islamabad, Pakistan, 1991
• Ruhi Khalid, Religious Beliefs of Female Muslim Adolescents in Britain: A Comparative Study, Conference Proceedings, First National Psychological Conference, Lahore, Pakistan, 1991
• Ruhi Khalid, Parental Deprivation and Self-Esteem of Children, Conference Proceedings, 7th International Conference of Foster Care, Jonkoping, Sweden, 1991
• Ruhi Khalid, Self-Esteem and Social Support as Indicators of Women's Status, Finding Our Way: Readings on Women in Pakistan, A.S.R. Publications, Lahore, pages 187-198, 1991
• Ruhi Khalid, Personality and Academic Achievement: Thematic Apperception Perspective, British Journal of Projective Techniques, Vol. 36, No. 1, pages 25-34, 1991
• Ruhi Khalid, Maternity Blues and Puerperal Depression in Pakistani Women, Pakistan Journal of Psychological Research, Vol. 4, No. 3-4, pages 71-80, 1991
• Ruhi Khalid, Social Categorization and the Process of Intergroup Bias, Journal of Behavioral Sciences, Vol. 1, No. 2, pages 33-42, 1990
• Ruhi Khalid, Depression, Anxiety and Attribution: Comparative Study of Breast Cancer & Other Patients, Mental Health for All, Vol. 1, pages 75-81, 1990
• Ruhi Khalid, Perceived Parental Behavior and Self-Esteem of Children, Conference Proceedings, 1st Afro-Asian Congress of Psychology, pages 75-80, Lahore, Pakistan, and Psyche (1998), pages 9-13
• Ruhi Khalid, Self-Esteem and Academic Achievement: An Investigation of Ethnic and Sex Differences, Journal of Behavioral Sciences, Vol. 1, No. 1, pages 3-17, 1990
• Ruhi Khalid, Self-Esteem and Social Support: A Study of Pakistani Women, Social Psychological Problems in Pakistan, National Institute of Psychology Monograph, 1989
• Ruhi Khalid, Contact Hypothesis and Attitude Towards Mental Illness of Nurses, Pakistan Journal of Science, Vol. 41, pages 14-24, 1989
• Ruhi Khalid, The Significant Others and the Self-Esteem of Pakistani Joint Family Children in Scotland, Pakistan Journal of Science, Vol. 41, 1989
• Ruhi Khalid, Self-Esteem of Minority Children: A Study of the Pakistanis in Scotland, Pakistan Journal of Psychological Research, Vol. 3, No. 1-2, pages 23-32, 1988
• Ruhi Khalid, Ethnic Identity and Preferences of the Pakistani Minority Children in Scotland, British Journal of Projective Techniques, Vol. 31, No. 2, pages 2-9, 1986
• Ruhi Khalid, Comparative Study of the Self-Esteem of the Pakistani and Indigenous Children in Scotland, Doctoral Thesis, University of Glasgow, U.K., 1985
• Ruhi Khalid, Parents' Behavior and Self-Esteem Among Pakistani Minority Children in the U.K., Individual Development and Human Welfare, Groningen, Vol. 8, pages 28-31, also in Conference Proceedings, The European Conference on Developmental Psychology, Netherlands, 1984
• Ruhi Khalid, Muslim Traditions and Attitudes to Female Education, Journal of Adolescence, No. 7, pages 191-200, 1984
• Ruhi Khalid, Impact of Islamic Summit on the Punjab University Students' Attitude Towards the Arabs, Psychology Quarterly, June, pages 22-33, 1979

Developed and Translated Scales

• Menopausal Symptoms Scale (MSS) (Developed), Development and Validation of Menopausal Symptoms Scale (MSS) for Pakistani Sample, 2013
• Ryff’s Scales of Psychological Well-Being (Translated in Urdu), Cross Validation of Ryff’s Scales of Psychological Well-Being: Translation into Urdu Language, 2012
• Psychological Well-Being Questionnaire (Translated in Urdu), Moderators of Acculturative Stress in Pakistani Immigrants: The Role of Personal and Social Resources, 2011
• The Orientation to Life Questionnaire (Translated in Urdu), Moderators of Acculturative Stress in Pakistani Immigrants: The Role of Personal and Social Resources, 2011
• Coping Orientation to Problems Experienced (COPE) (Translated in Urdu), Moderators of Acculturative Stress in Pakistani Immigrants: The Role of Personal and Social Resources, 2011
• Disordered Eating Behavior Scale (Developed), Development and Validation of Disordered Eating Behavior Scale: Identification, Prevalence and Difference with Clinically Diagnosed Eating Disorders, 2011
• Multidimensional Acculturative Stress Scale (MASS) (Developed), Development and Preliminary Validation of Multidimensional Acculturative Stress Scale for Pakistani Immigrants in Toronto, Canada, 2010
• Scale of Emotional Intelligence (Developed), Emotional Intelligence: A Risk Factor for Depression, 2009
• Beliefs in a Just World Questionnaire (Developed), Some Aspects of Reliability and Validity of Beliefs in a Just World Questionnaire, 2007
• Islamic Attitude Towards Women Scale (IAWS) (Developed), Measuring Perceptions of Gender Roles: The IAWS for Pakistanis and US Immigrant Population, 2004
• Conflict Resolution Questionnaire (Translated in Urdu), Relationship Between Conflict Resolution Strategies and Perceived Marital Adjustment, 2003
• Marital Adjustment Questionnaire (Translated in Urdu), Relationship Between Conflict Resolution Strategies and Perceived Marital Adjustment, 2003
• Questionnaire for Child-Disciplining Practices (Translated in Urdu), A Comparison of Child-Disciplining Techniques Used by Army Officers and Civilians and the Level of Aggression in Their Children, 1997

Book Chapters

• Development of Feminist Psychology: A Pakistani Perspective, Handbook of International Feminisms, Springer Science and Business Media LLC, 2011.
  [This book was awarded the 2012 Distinguished Publication Award by the Association for Women in Psychology, United States of America].
• Psychometrics of the Scale of Emotional Intelligence (SEI): Does Emotional Intelligence Predict the Quality of Dyadic Relationships Among Married Couples? LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing, 2012.
• Psychosocial Aspects of Menopause: A Pakistani Perspective, LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing, 2011.
• Psychological Well-Being of Pakistani Immigrants in Toronto, Canada, LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing, 2011.
• Women’s Studies – A textbook on psychology, Allama Iqbal Open University, Islamabad, 1995.
• Finding Our Way – Readings on Women in Pakistan, A.S.R. Publications, Lahore, 1994.
• Depression, Anxiety, and Attribution: A Comparative Study of Breast Cancer and Other Patients, Mental Health for All, Vol.1, Mubbashar and Syed (Eds.), Rawalpindi Medical College, pp. 75-81, 1990.

Articles of General Interest

• Psychosocial Management in Disaster Situations, Psyche Lahore, March 2007.
• Women in Developing Pakistan: A Psychological Perspective, Psyche Lahore, March 2002.
• There Is No Honor in Killing, Psyche Lahore, 2000.
• Pregnancy and Psychosocial Reactions, in Psychology of Women, Allama Iqbal Open University, 1996.
• Ugly Violence, Monograph, Department of Psychology, University of the Punjab, 1999.
• Role of Psychologists in Educational Institutions, Psyche Lahore, 1991.
• Increasing Trend of Crimes Among Students, Psyche Lahore, 1991.
• Foster Care Report for UNICEF, 1991.
• Self-Esteem and Social Support as Indicators of Women’s Status, in Towards a New Reality: Women of Pakistan, A.S.R. Publications, 1990.
• Roles and Responsibilities of Psychologists, in Workshop Proceedings: Role and Responsibilities of Psychologists in Pakistan, National Institute of Psychology (NIP), 1989.
• Special Children, Pakistan Times, 1986.
• Cross-Cultural Perspectives on Female Attitudes Toward Education, International Association of Cross-Cultural Psychology Conference, Congress Aberdeen (Proceedings), July 1982.

• Consultant for UNICEF Project on “Effectiveness Factors in some of the Pakistani Primary Schools; 1994-95.
• Research evaluation of Ph.D. and M.Phil. students of:
• Quaid-e-Azam University
• Government College University
• Punjab University
• Lahore College for Women University
• International Research Collaboration
• Professor K. Chantler: Manchester University
• Professor Powell: University College London
• Journal Refereeing
• Journal of Research (Humanities)
• Journal of Behavioral Sciences
• Afro-Asian Journal of Psychology
• The Journal of Psychology
• International Journal of Intercultural Relations
• Editorial Board
• Journal of Behavioral Sciences.
• Pakistan Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology.
• Pakistan Journal of Psychological Research.
• Journal of Arts and Social sciences.
• Supervised the theses of 18 PhD students and over 400 MS/M.Phil. students.

International Participation and Paper Presentations:

• Attended webinar on “Psychology” by Dan Christie
• Presented a paper on “Attitude towards honor killings, religious commitment and patriarchal beliefs in young Muslim adults.” organized by The British Psychological Society, held at Cumberland Lodge, Windsor, UK. July 10-12, 2019
• Presented a paper titled “Cost of caring: Mental health of Rescue Workers” on 15th Dubai International Conference on Ed and corporate Social Responsibilities (EHC) held at Dubai, UAE. September 2-4, 2018.
• Presented a paper on “Filial Obligation: Parental Modeling and Gender” organized by The British Psychological Society, held at Cumberland Lodge, Windsor, UK. July 11-13, 2018
• Presented a paper on “Gender Role attitudes, Career Aspirations and Career Choices of Young Adults” organized by The British Psychological Society, held at Cumberland Lodge, Windsor, UK. July 12-14, 2017
• Presented a paper on “Gender as Disability” Organized by The British Psychological Society, held at Cumberland Lodge, Windsor, UK. July 07-11,2014.
• Presented a paper on “Perceived Threat of Violence and Coping strategies of Women in Pakistan” in Citizenship the Politics of Women’s work, feminism and the Life Course. Organized by The British Psychological Society, held at Cumberland Lodge, Windsor, UK. July 10-12, 2013.
• Presented a paper on “Rising from the Ruins: Women Survivors of the Azad Kashmir Earthquake” in Psychology of Women's Section Annual Conference 2012, organized by The British Psychological Society, held at Cumberland Lodge, Windsor, UK. July 11-13, 2012.
• Presented a paper on “Emotional Intelligence and Marital Quality of Couples with Arranged Marriages” in Psychology of Women's Section Annual Conference 2011, organized by The British Psychological Society, held at Cumberland Lodge, Windsor, UK. July 13-15, 2011.
• Presented a paper on “Prevalence, Risk and Protective Factors Related to Disordered Eating Behaviors among Young Adults: Interplay of Gender and Psychosocial Factors.” In Psychology of Women's Section Annual Conference 2010, organized by The British Psychological Society, held at Cumberland Lodge, Windsor, UK.
• Presented a paper on “Experience of Women as Caregivers: A Pakistani Perspective the British Psychological Society”, Psychology of Women's Section Annual Conference 2010, organized by British Psychological Society, held at Cumberland Lodge, Windsor, UK.
• Presented a paper on “Muslim Women’s Health-Locus of Control and Health Related Behavior”: in 1st International Conference of Psychological Sciences & Applications, Organized by United Arab Emirates University, Dubai, February 2010
• Presented a paper on “Returned migration: changes in perception of gender roles in Pakistani women” organized by British Psychological Society, Psychology of Women Section (POWS). 16th July 2009 at Cumberland Lodge, Windsor, UK.
• Presented a paper on “Manifestation and prevalence of menopausal symptoms: An Asian sample” organized by British Psychological Society, Psychology of Women Section (POWS). 15th July 2009 at Cumberland Lodge, Windsor, UK.
• Present a Paper on “Asian Women’s Health-Locus of Control and Health Related Behavior” organized by Psychology of Women Section, Annual Conference 2008, 21st Anniversary, at Cumberland Lodge, Windsor, U.K. on 16th to 18th July, 2008.
• Attended workshop on “Managing Sameness and Otherness in Qualitative Research” organized by British Psychological Society, at Cumber-land Lodge, the great Park, Windsor, U.K. on 16th July, 2007.
• Presented a Paper on “Women’s Perceived Vulnerability to Violence and Coping” in British Psychological Society, Annual Conference 2007, held at Windsor, U.K from 18th –20th July 2007.
• Discussant in the round table discussion on “Person Centered Expressive Therapy” Conducted by S. Morison organized by British Psychological Society Psychology of Women Section at Royal. Holloway, University of London on 21st July, 2007.
• Presented a paper on “The Intersection of gender, ethnicity and Culture in shaping identity” organized by British Psychological Society, Psychology of Women Section Annual Conference, Manchester Metropolitan University. 10 July 2006.
• Presented a paper on "Vulnerable and Resilient: Female Survivors of Violence" organized by British Psychological society, Psychology of Women Section, Annual Conference, Manchester Metropolitan University. 5-7 July 2006.
• Presented a paper on "Pakistani women’s health locus of control, health knowledge and health protective behavior", organized by World Organization for Women in Science, Jawaharlal Nehru Center. Bangalore, India. 20 – 25. November 2005.
• Presented a paper on "Complex Lives, Desperate Solutions: Victims of Domestic Violence", at the 10th International Women & Health Meeting, New Delhi, India. September 22, 2005.
• Participated in workshop on “Helping Domestic Abuse Victims” organized by North Lancashire Abuse Workshop Group, Glasgow, UK in September, 2003.
• Presented a paper on “Post traumatic stress disorder in Victims of Rape” at HematGryffe, Glasgow, Scotland September, 2003.
• Presented a paper on “Consequences of Iron Deficiency anemia for the mental health of child bearing women and their children” workshop on Mental Health and fortified cereals organized by Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN) in Geneva, Switzerland (Presented by first author). 28th August, 2003.
• Attended a seminar on “Duluth Model of Domestic Violence”, at University College, London, 2002.
• Attended training Workshop on “Diagnosing Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)”, at the University of Glasgow, organized for In Service Clinical Psychologists. Association of Clinical Psychologist. U.K. in October, 2002.
• Presented paper on “Changing roles of Pakistani Women” Higher education Link Programme between Applied Psychology Department, Punjab University and University College London at Department of Clinical and Health Psychology, London, July 4th 2001.
• Delivered a lecture on “Victims of Domestic Violence: Pakistani Perspective” at the Women Shelter Pittsburgh, U.S.A. May 1998.
• Gave a talk on Pregnancy and Psycho-social Reaction, sponsored by International Women’s Centre, University of Pittsburgh, U.S.A. 1997.
• Presented a paper at the Symposium on “Self-esteem and Social Support as Indicators of Women’s Status”, sponsored by International Women’s Centre, University of Pittsburgh, U.S.A. 1997.
• Served as member organizing committee for the Third Afro-Asian Psychological Congress, Kuala-Lumpur, Malaysia. August 23-26, 1994.
• Presented a paper on "Family Cohesion and Adjustment to Breast Cancer", at the Third Afro-Asian Psychological Congress, Kuala-Lumpur, Malaysia. August 23-26, 1994.
• Served as member organizing committee for the second Afro-Asian conference, Beijing. August 1992.
• Participated in College of Neuro physics ICTP, Triest, Italy March, 2-27, 1992.
• Paper presented on "Parental Deprivation and Self-Esteem of Children", at the 7th International Conference of Foster Care Conference. Jonkoping, Sweden 27th July 3rd August, 1991.
• Paper presented on "Multi-Cultural Education and Minority Children", at Workshop on Multi-Cultural Education, Strathclyde Department of Education, Glasgow Division, U.K. June, 22-24, 1984.
• Presented a paper on "Parents Behavior and Self-Esteem Among Pakistani Minority Children in the U.K", at the Inaugural European Conference on Individual Development and Human Welfare, Groningen, Holland 28-31, July, 1984.
• Paper Presented on “Female Education and Asian Immigrants in UK”, at cross-cultural conference at Aberdeen Scotland, UK. 1983.
• Presented a paper on "Significant Others and Self-Image of Pakistani Children in Great Britain", at the International Conference on Self and Identity, Cardiff, U.K. 9-13 July, 1984.
• Paper presented on "A Comparison of English and mathematics Attainment between bilingual and monolingual English-speaking Secondary School Children", at Child Language Seminar, University of Nottingham, U.K. March, 1984.
• Paper presented on "Social Adjustment of Trainable mentally retarded children", Seminar on Adjustment of Handicapped; Glasgow University, U.K. January, 1984.
• Presented a paper on "Girls Significant Others in Extended Family Systems", at the Postgraduate Psychology Conference, The Burn, U.K. 24-26 January, 1983.

Participation & Paper Presentations Across Pakistan:

• Chaired a scientific session at the 15th International Conference organized by the University of Home Economics, Lahore, in collaboration with the Pakistan Psychological Association (PPA) on 12th December, 2024.
• Inaugurated the scientific journal of Lahore College for Women University (LCWU) on 5th December, 2024.
• Chaired a scientific session at Lahore College for Women University’s 3rd International Conference on Contemporary Issues in Management and Administrative Sciences on 5th December, 2024.
• Delivered a keynote lecture at the 15th International Conference of the Pakistan Psychological Association (PPA) on 18th November, 2024, held at Government College University, Lahore.
• Chaired a panel discussion at the 15th International Conference of the Pakistan Psychological Association (PPA) titled “Mental Health in the Workplace” on 14th November, 2024.
• Delivered a keynote lecture at the 15th International Conference of the Pakistan Psychological Association (PPA) on 7th November, 2024.
• Delivered a keynote lecture on Sports Psychology at a seminar titled “Nurturing Talent and Mental Health in Youth,” organized by the Pakistan Psychological Association (PPA) and the Youth Affairs and Sports Department, Government of Punjab.
• Chaired a session at the 1st International Psychology Conference titled “Innovative, Futuristic, and Ethical Practices in Psychology” held at Forman Christian College on 29th, 30th, and 31st May, 2024.
• Spoke as a Guest of Honor about “The Social Responsibility of Psychologists for National Solidarity of Pakistan” at the 14th International Conference by the Pakistan Psychological Association (PPA) on 25th and 26th November, 2023.
• Delivered a keynote lecture on “Mental Health and Well-being” at the World Mental Health Conference held at Virtual University, Lahore, on 23rd October, 2023.
• Chaired a scientific session at the Two-Day International Conference titled “Fostering Psychological Well-being in the Community,” held at Beaconhouse National University.
• Delivered a keynote lecture at the International Conference on Peace Building: Policies, Research, and Strategies by COMSATS University, Lahore Campus, on 15th March, 2023.
• Chaired a scientific session at the World Psychiatric Association (WPA) Thematic Congress on Public Mental Health and Associated Opportunities held from 11th to 13th March, 2022.
• Chaired a scientific session at the 1st International Conference on Sustainable Development Goals from 29th to 31st March, 2022, at Lahore College for Women University (LCWU), Lahore.
• Chaired a scientific session at the 1st International Virtual Conference on Gender and Social Sciences: Diversity, Challenges, and Opportunities at Lahore College for Women University, Lahore.
• Presented a paper on “Sociodemographic Factors, Social Information Processing, and Behavioral Problems in School Children” at the International Psychiatric Conference "Prescription for Wellness: Working across Boundaries," organized by the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Fatima Memorial Hospital, in collaboration with the Child & Adolescent Mental Health Special Interest Group, NUR International University, Pakistan Association of Social Psychiatry, Ijaz Psychiatric Institute, and Connections on August 2-3, 2019.
• Presented a paper on “Work/Family Interface of Working Women in Pakistan: A Qualitative Study” at the International Psychiatric Conference "Prescription for Wellness: Working across Boundaries," organized by the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Fatima Memorial Hospital, in collaboration with the Child & Adolescent Mental Health Special Interest Group, NUR International University, Pakistan Association of Social Psychiatry, Ijaz Psychiatric Institute, and Connections on August 2-3, 2019.
• Chaired the symposium on “Interpersonal Acceptance-Rejection Theory”, International Conference of Applied Psychology: Practices and Interventions, organized by Institute of Applied Psychology, University of the Punjab, Lahore on 6th-8th February, 2019.
• Presented a paper “Parental Acceptance Rejection, Emotional Intelligence and Narcissism in Young Adults” at International Conference of Applied Psychology: Practices and Interventions, organized by Institute of Applied Psychology, University of the Punjab on 6-8th February, 2019.
• Presented a paper “Gratitude, Altruism and Wellbeing of Young Blood Donors” at International Conference of Applied Psychology: Practices and Interventions, organized by Institute of Applied Psychology, University of the Punjab, on 6-8th February, 2019.
• Presented a paper “A Qualitative Investigation of Acculturation Experiences of Pakistani International Students in Dutch society” at 3-day international conference on Gender, Religion, and Culture in Psychology: Issues and Challenges held Government College University on, 17-19 December, 2018.
• Presented a paper “Swimming Against the Tide: Women in the Police Profession” at 3-day international conference on Gender, Religion, and Culture in Psychology: Issues and Challenges held Government College University, on 17-19 December, 2018.
• Presented a paper “Gender Role Attitudes of Fathers and Gender of their Children” at 3-day international conference on Gender, Religion, and Culture in Psychology: Issues and Challenges held Government College University on 17-19 December, 2018.
• Presented a paper “Work/Family Enrichment of Women: A Qualitative Analysis” at 3-day international conference on Gender, Religion, and Culture in Psychology: Issues and Challenges held Government College University, on 17-19 December, 2018.
• Presented a paper “Narcissism in Young Adults: Role of Parental Acceptance Rejection and Emotional Intelligence in relation to Gender” at 3-day international conference on Gender, Religion, and Culture in Psychology: Issues and Challenges held Government College University on 17-19 December, 2018.
• Presented a paper “Gender of Young Adults: Predators and Preys in the Cyber Realm” at 3-day international conference on Gender, Religion, and Culture in Psychology: Issues and Challenges held Government College University, on 17-19 December, 2018.
• Presented a paper “Preliminary Development and Validation of Acculturative Stress Scale for Pakistani International Students (ASSPIS)” at 3-day international conference on Gender, Religion, and Culture in Psychology: Issues and Challenges held Government College University, on 17-19 December, 2018.
• Presented a poster “Family Cohesion and sibling relationships in adolescence” at 7th International Conference “Positive Psychology: Developing a Flourishing Community” organized by National Institute of Psychology, Quaid-e-Azam University, Islamabad on November 29-30, 2018.
• Presented a paper “Women Police Officers: Stress and Coping” at 3-day international conference on Gender, Religion, and Culture in Psychology: Issues and Challenges held Government College University, on 17-19 December, 2018.
• Presented a paper on “Reasons for Repatriation: Economic Locus of Control and Self-efficacy of Gulf based Male Expatriates” at 3-day international conference on Gender, Religion, and Culture in Psychology: Issues and Challenges held Government College University, on 17-19 December, 2018.
• Presented a paper on “Attitude towards Women wearing Hijab across Gender” at International Conference on Gender: Perspectives, Realities and Challenges held at LCWU on 3-5th December, 2018.
• Presented a paper on “Gender-role Attitudes of Fathers and Gender of their Children” at International Conference on Gender: Perspectives, Realities and Challenges held at LCWU on 3-5th December, 2018.
• Presented a paper on “Social Information Processing and Disruptive Behavioral Problems in School Children“ at 7th International Conference “Positive Psychology: Developing a Flourishing Community” organized by National Institute of Psychology, Quaid-e-Azam University, Islamabad on November 29-30, 2018.
• Delivered a Keynote lecture on “Negating Determinism and Moving Towards Positive Psychology”, 7th International Conference on Positive Psychology: Developing a Flourishing Community” organized by National Institute of Psychology, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad on 29th and 30th November, 2018.
• Chaired the Scientific Sessions at “7th International Conference on Positive Psychology: Developing a Flourishing Community” organized by National Institute of Psychology, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad on 29th and 30th November, 2018.
• Organized a seminar on “Women’s Breast Cancer Awareness” at Beaconhouse National University, Lahore on 28th October 2018.
• Participated as an active member for Revision of Curriculum for Online Courses for B.A, M.A, M.Phil. and PhD at Virtual University, Lahore, May, 10th 2018.
• Chaired the Scientific Sessions at 1st International Conference on Social Sciences and Humanities, at Kinnaird College for Women, Lahore on April 25-27, 2018.
• State of the Art lecture on “Peace and Positive Psychology” in Mental Health Week at Lahore College for Women University, Lahore, 10th April 2018.
• Organized yearly seminar on “Highlighting research on women issues” for Women’s Day celebration at Beaconhouse National University.
• Presented research paper titled “Cultural attitudes as a predictor of Cynicism in Young Adults” in “International Conference on Emerging Trends in Psychology: Preparing for 21st Century” at Foundation University, Islamabad on 18th & 19th December, 2017.
• Presented research paper titled “The Dark Triad of Personality, Aggression and Impulsivity in Perpetrators of Honor Killing” in International Conference of Peace, Conflict, and Violence: Challenges and resolution strategies at COMSATS Lahore during 29th-30th November, 2017.
• Presented research paper titled “Conflict management Styles and Emotional Intelligence of Managers” in International Conference of Peace, Conflict, and Violence: Challenges and resolution strategies at COMSATS Lahore during 29th-30th November, 2017.
• Presented research paper titled “Empathy and Attitude towards Violence in Children Playing Violent Games” in International Conference of Peace, Conflict, and Violence: Challenges and resolution strategies at COMSATS Lahore during 29th-30th November, 2017.
• Organized a certificate course for “School Counsellors”, at Beaconhouse National University, Lahore, 2017.
• Chaired the symposium on “Psychology for Change: Women and Community” at One day Symposium on International Women’s Day organized by Institute of Applied Psychology, University of the Punjab, Lahore. March 21, 2017.
• Developed curriculum for School Psychology Certificate Course for School Counselors of Beaconhouse House School System, January, 2017.
• Organized and conducted School Psychology Certificate Course for School Counselors of Beaconhouse House School System, March 14 – 27, 2017.
• Senior Member National Curriculum Revision Committee for Gender/Women Studies. Karachi, April 20-22, 2017.
• Chaired the Scientific Session on “Engendering Development” at 6th International Conference 2016 on “Psychology of Gender in Perspective: Issues and Challenges” organized by National Institute on Psychology, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad. December 2, 2016.
• Presented a paper on “A Comparative Study of Gender Role Attitudes, Career Aspirations, and Career Choices” at 6th International Conference 2016 on “Psychology of Gender in Perspective: Issues and Challenges” organized by National Institute on Psychology, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad. December 2, 2016.
• Delivered a keynote lecture on “Gender and Mental Health: Beyond Numbers” at 6th International Conference 2016 on “Psychology of Gender in Perspective: Issues and Challenges” organized by National Institute on Psychology, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad. December 1, 2016.
• Presented a paper on “Translation, Adaptation, and Validation of Children’s Behavior Questionnaire – Teacher Form” at 6th International Conference 2016 on “Psychology of Gender in Perspective: Issues and Challenges” organized by National Institute on Psychology, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad. December 1, 2016.
• Chaired the Scientific Sessions at 1st International Conference on Gender organized by Lahore College for Women University and George Washington University. November 14-16, 2016.
• Developed curriculum on “Women/Gender Studies” for B.A, M.A, M.Phil. & PhD at Higher Education Commission, October, 19-21 2016.
• Presented a paper on “Experiences of Female Care Givers of Dementia Patients” at Seminar on “Alzheimer’s and related Dementia” organized by Alzheimer’s Pakistan, held at Hospitality Inn, Lahore. September 29, 2016.
• Attended 10th International CBT Conference of Services Institute of Medical Sciences held in SIMS Auditorium, services hospital Lahore. February 20, 2016.
• Presented a paper on “Factors Contributing to Girls’ Good Grades in School” at 5th International Conference on “Cognitive, Social, and Intellectual Development-I” organized by National Institute on Psychology, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad. November 13, 2014.
• Chaired the Scientific Session on “Student and School Environment” at 5th International Conference on “Educational Psychology” organized by National Institute on Psychology, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad. November 13, 2014.
• Poster presented on “Preliminary survey of Behavioral Problems of Primary School Children Across Gender” at 5th International Conference organized by National Institute on Psychology, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad. November 13, 2014.
• Presented a paper on “Teachers’ Perception and Management Strategies of Behavioral Problems in Primary School Children Across Gender” at 5th International Conference organized by National Institute on Psychology, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad. November 13, 2014.
• Participated as a panel discussant in Session III “Paying the Price: Psychological Trauma and Appropriate Responses of Rape Victims” in “Global Conference 2014” on “Next Generation: insecure lives, Untold Stories”, organized by British Council at Pearl Continental Hotel, Lahore. May 8th, 2014.
• Organized two-day workshop with Dr Daniel Christie (Professor Emeritus Ohio State University and Fullbright Specialist in Peace and Conflict Studies) on Peace Psychology at Beaconhouse National University, May 2013.
• Organized Training workshop on “Mindfulness” with Dr. Ayesha Tareen at Beaconhouse National University, 2012
• Organized certificate course with Dr. Mahreen Arshad for management of Autistic Children at Beaconhouse National University, 2012
• Chaired the Scientific Session on “Work-Family Interaction” at “4th International Conference on Industrial and Organizational Psychology: Trends, Challenges, and Applications” organized by National Institute on Psychology, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad. April 19, 2012.
• Attend a workshop on “Child Psychiatry----A Whistle Stop Tour” organized by National Society for Mentally & Emotionally Handicapped Children, Special Education & Training Centre, 43-A, Civic Centre, Johar Town, Lahore. April 02, 2012.
• Conducted a workshop on “Stress Management” organized for Senior Women Citizens at Punjab Club, Lahore, on November 16, 2011.
• Delivered a lecture “Development of Feminist Psychology: A Pakistani Perspective” based on her publication in Handbook of International Feminisms, at Pakistan Psychological Association, Lahore, 2012
• Organized Three Days Workshop on International Psychiatric updates & Media/Public awareness in Optimizing Psychiatric Care and Rehabilitation for female victims of Psychotrauma, Avari Hotel, Lahore. April 15—17, 2012.
• Chaired the academic session on “Emerging Trends in Developmental Psychology” at Government College University, Lahore, on March 30th, 2011.
• Delivered a lecture “Development of Feminist Psychology: A Pakistani Perspective” based on her publication in Handbook of International Feminisms, at Beaconhouse National University, Lahore, 2011
• Chaired an academic session on “Developmental Psychopathology” at National Institute of Psychology, Islamabad on Thursday, October 14th, 2010.
• Presented a paper on “Development and Validation of Disordered Eating Behavior Scale (Debs): Identification, Prevalence and Difference with Clinically Diagnosed Eating Disorders” at National Institute of Psychology, Islamabad on Thursday, October 14th, 2010.
• Presented a paper on “Positive Thinking in Coping with Stress and Health outcomes: Literature Review” 2nd International Conference on Realizing the Millennium Development Goals through Teacher Education, organized by university of Education, Lahore on September 21st, 2010.
• Chaired an academic session on “Terrorism: A Threat to Mental Health” at the First International Conference on Forensic Psychology: Issues and Interventions, at GC University Lahore on Thursday, April 1st, 2010.
• Presented a paper on “Online Child Risks and Safety and The Negative Impact of Using the Internet” in one day seminar on “Integrating IT into Education: Language, Curriculum and Training Challenges in Government Schools of Punjab” organized by National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences (NUCES) in collaboration with the Punjab IT Lab Project of the Government of the Punjab on 17th December, 2009.
• Presented a paper on “Towards Understanding Domestic Violence: Some Research Findings” in one day seminar organized by Federal Government Women Division at Home Economics College, on 15th December 2009. Lahore, Pakistan.
• Presented a paper on “Experiences of Female Care Givers” in 12th Asia- Pacific Regional Conference of Alzheimer’s Disease on 7th – 10th November 2009. Lahore, Pakistan.
• Presented a paper on “Relationship Between Perceived Emotional Intelligence and Depression” in International Symposium on Psychiatric Updates & Media / Public Awareness, Organized by Psychiatric Welfare Association In collaboration with Dept of Psychiatry Mayo Hospital / KEMU, Lahore, Pakistan Psychiatry Society, Pakistan Academy of Family Physicians, South Asian Division, Royal college of Psychiatrist (U.K), British Pakistan Psychiatric Association.
• Presented a paper on “Gender differences in Disordered Eating Behaviors: Psychosocial Predictors” in International Conference on Culture and Mental Health, Government College University, Department of Psychology, Lahore. March 17-21, 2009.
• Chaired the workshop titled “Developmental Psychology: A Cross-Cultural Perspective” International Conference on Culture and Mental Health, Government College University, Department of Psychology, Lahore. March 20, 2009.
• Presented a paper on “Gender differences in Attitude towards Domestic Violence” in International Conference on Culture and Mental Health, Government College University, Department of Psychology, Lahore. March 17-21, 2009.
• Presented a paper on “Domestic Violence; Prevalence and Mental Health Outcome in Pakistani Women” in First International Conference on Psychological trauma, session of Many Faces of Psycho trauma at NUST, Jinnah Convention Center Islamabad. August 30th to 31st, 2008.
• Presented a paper on “Menopause and Related Issues” with Jamil, F. in 5th International Symposium Workshop on Psychiatric Updates & Media / Public Awareness at Avari Hotel, Lahore. April 20th, 2008.
• Presented a paper on “Disordered Eating Behaviors: An Overview of Asian Culture” with Muazzam, A.B. in 5th International Symposium Workshop on Psychiatric Updates & Media / Public Awareness at Avari Hotel, Lahore. April 20th, 2008.
• Organized a seminar on “Role of School Counselors” at Beaconhouse National University, Department of Applied Psychology. April 10th, 2008.
• Chaired and presented a paper on “Differential Impact of Home-based and School-based Training Programs on Down’s syndrome Children” in 10th National Conference on Pakistan Association of Clinical Psychologists at GC University Lahore. April 3—6, 2008.
• Attended an International Symposium on Psychology and Literature on Mental Health Week 2008 at GC University Lahore, Department of Psychology. March 28—29 2008.
• Attended 4th National Symposium on Psychiatric Updates & Media / Public Awareness by the Academic Department of Psychiatry King Edward Medical University / Mayo Hospital Lahore in collaboration with Pakistan Psychiatric Society, Faculty of Medicine KEMU & Pakistan Academy of Family Physicians at Avari Hotel, Lahore. June 9 & 10, 2007.
• Organized one day national conference on “Gender Issues in 21st Century in Pakistan” organized by Center for Clinical Psychology (CCP), University of the Punjab, Lahore. At Law College, University of the Punjab, Quaid-e-Azam Campus, Lahore. May 16, 2007.
• Attended a two-day national conference on “Concept of Jihad in Islam in the Current Scenario” organized by Islamic Studies, University of the Punjab, Lahore in collaboration with Higher Education Commission, Islamabad at University Law College, Lahore. May 14, 2007.
• Presented a Paper on -"Contribution of Psychosocial and Maternal Factors in the Success of Breastfeeding" in 12th Pakistan Psychological Association Conference at Lahore College for Women University, Lahore. 17-18 March 2007.
• Presented a Paper on “Psychosocial Management in Disaster Situations” in 12th Pakistan Psychological Association Conference at Lahore College for Women University, Lahore. 17-18 March 2007.
• Chaired the workshop titled “Total Awareness Therapy in Neurosis, especially depression and / or relationship problems” organized by WPA Section on Psychiatry in Developing Countries and South Asian Forum on Mental Health and Psychiatry at Aiwan-e-Iqbal, Lahore. 15-19 February 2007.
• Paper Presented “Pakistani Women’s Health – Locus of Control Health knowledge and Health Protective Behaviors.” organized by WPA Section on Psychiatry in Developing Countries and South Asian Forum on Mental Health and Psychiatry at Fountain House.14-19 February 2007.
• Paper Presented with Rehana Nazir on " Maternal and Health System Factors Contributing in Breastfeeding Success " Organized by 16th International Psychiatric Conference at Pearl Continental Hotel, Lahore. 16-18 December 2006.
• Chaired Scientific Session in "Natural Disasters: Their Psychological Impact and Healing Strategies", 9th International Conference, Organized by Pakistan Association of Clinical Psychologists PACP, Alhamra Arts Council, Hall No. 3 Lahore. May 27-28, 2006.
• Participated as a panel discussant "Strengthening, networking and review of current programs and curricula of women and gender study centers in Pakistan" at Lahore College for Women University, Organized by UNESCO and LCWU, Lahore.14th to 16th July, 2005.
• Participated as a panel discussant in the 3rd One Day National Seminar on Media and Public awareness and Recent Updates in the Management of Psychiatric Disorders Organized by Academic Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences, KEMC/Mayo Hospital & Pakistan Psychiatric Society (Punjab Chapter) Pearl Continental Hotel, Lahore. June 04, 2005.
• Presided Seminar in "Mental Health Week Programme" on "Child Abuse; Antecedent Factors. Consequences and Interventions at GCU. 19th April 2005
• Organized one-day workshop on "Therapy and Counseling for Women: Different approaches and Perspectives" with Prof. Dr. Burman and Prof. Dr. Chantler under the DFID link Program. March 14, 2005.
• Organized one-day Seminar on "State, Culture and Gender: Violence against women" with Dr. Erica Burman and Khatidja Chantler at the Department of Applied Psychology, School of Social Sciences, Beaconhouse National University, Lahore. March 11, 2005.
• Organized one-day workshop on "New Directions in Feminist Research" with Dr. Erica Burman and Khatidja Chantler under the DFID Link Program. March 10, 2005.
• Conducted a workshop on "Motivating Students," at the Psychology Department, Beacon House National University, Lahore. October, 2004.
• Organized and Conducted training work shop on "Counseling victims of domestic violence" for Mental Health Professionals at P.C Lahore, Sponsored by British Council, March 2004.
• Organized and conducted a three--day workshop on "Developing a Response to Domestic Violence" at the Department of Psychology and Applied Psychology, Punjab University Lahore. October, 5-7, 2004.
• Presented at a Three-day workshop on “Improving women’s mental health in Developing Countries” organized by “Pakistan Psychiatric Society (PPS).
• Presented a paper on “Suicidal Ideation in Female Victims of Domestic Violence” in collaboration with Mental Health Resources Centre (MHRC), Pakistan Overseas Asian Group, Royal College of Psychiatrists, UK, South Asian Forum on Mental Health & Psychiatry, UK Chapter, and World Association for Psychological Rehabilitation (WAPR). At Hotel Pearl Continental and Fountain House, Lahore. September 17-20, 2004
• Organized and conducted a two--day workshop on "Counseling the Victims and Survivors of Domestic Violence" at the Department of Psychology and Applied Psychology, University of the Punjab. September 2004.
• Organized and conducted a two--day workshop on "Developing counseling package for victims of domestic abuse" under the DFID linkage, at the Department of Psychology and Applied Psychology, University of the Punjab. 2004.
• Organized a seminar on "Advocating for victims of domestic violence" at The Department of Applied Psychology on 21st June 2004.
• Radio interview conducted by Mass Communication on inspiring young students on 27th April 2004.
• Conducted Programs on “Addressing Women’s Issues” for Radio Pakistan from October 2003-2004.
• Organized and conducted a two--day workshop on "Counseling the Victims and Survivors of Domestic Violence" at the Department of Psychology and Applied Psychology, University of the Punjab. September 2004.
• Organized and conducted a two--day workshop on "Counseling the Victims and Survivors of Domestic Violence" at the Department of Psychology and Applied Psychology, University of the Punjab. September 2004.
• Organized one day Seminar on Cognitive Therapy conducted under DFID Higher Education Link program at Department of Applied Psychology 22nd April 2004.
• Conducted a training workshop for Mental Health Practitioners on "Understanding violence against women", organized under the DFID Higher Education Link Program at P.C Lahore on 26th March 2004.
• Paper Presented on “Iron deficiency Mental Health of women” at Department of Psychology Baha-Ud-Din Zikriya University on 18th March 2004.
• Participated on “Inspiring Women” the 10th SAARC Writer’s Conference at the Al-Hamra Hall Lahore from 12th to 14th March 2004.
• Participated as a panel discussant at the National Conference on Women Issues, at The Department of Applied Psychology on 11th March 2004.
• Contributed to a workshop on "Gender Sensitization", organized by the Fatima Jinnah Women University and the Canadian High commission, Islamabad February, 23, 24 2004.
• Participated in Jung seminar on "Depression in Women" on 8th February 2004.
• Participated in Seminar on “Child Rights and Protection” organized by Directorate General Social welfare, Women Development and Bait-ul-Maal, Government of the Punjab, and Lahore in collaboration with UNICEF. December 2003.
• Conducted a workshop on “Measurement of Emotional Quotient" Emotional Quotient”, at Civil Services Academy, Lahore on 31st July to 2nd August 2003.
• Participated in Conference on "Environmental sustainability" at Kinnaird College on 27th March.
• Organized training workshop on "Different Aspects of Child Abuse" in collaboration with SAVERA on January 22, 2003.
• Organized Seminar on “Intervention for violence against Women: Pakistani Perspective” at the Department of Psychology & Applied Psychology, University of the Punjab, Lahore. 22 November 2003.
• Conducted a workshop on “Measurement of Emotional Quotient” at Civil Services Academy, Lahore on 1st Aug to 2nd Aug, 2003.
• Conducted a workshop on “Theories of Emotional Quotient”, at Civil Services Academy, Lahore on 31st July, 2003.
• Conducted a workshop on “Intelligence Quotient to Emotional Quotient”, at Civil Services Academy, Lahore. 30th July, 2003.
• Conducted workshop on" Motivation for Better Performance," at the Department of Psychology /Applied Psychology, Punjab University, Lahore. in June, 2003.
• Participated in Seminar on "Stress" held at Health Sciences University, at Civil Services Academy, Lahore on 8th July, 2003.
• Organized Seminar on "Psychological Intervention" at the Department of Applied Psychology, Punjab University, May 19, 2002.
• Organized Seminar on "Diagnostic Tests" in Collaboration with British Council. May 5, 2002.
• Presented a paper on “The Interpersonal Aspects of Depression”, in 7th International Conference of PACP organized by Pakistan Association of Clinical Psychologists from 20th to 21st April, 2002.
• Organized Higher Education Link Project Dissemination Seminar at the Department of Psychology & Applied Psychology, University of the Punjab, Lahore on Friday, March 28, 2003.
• Organized Extension lecture on “Speech Therapy” with Ms. Sharmeen Tarrar (Speech Therapist) at the Department of Psychology & Applied Psychology, University of the Punjab, Lahore on Tuesday, February 4, 2003 at 10.00 a.m.
• Chaired a Scientific session in conference on “Positive Psychology” organized by the Department of Psychology, Government College University Lahore, on 25th January 2003.
• Participated in two days workshop on “Building a National Knowledge Base on Child Labor”, organized by ILO at Islamabad. January 2003.
• Participated in the seminar on “Gender Sensitization” organized by Management and Professional Development Department, Government of the Punjab in collaboration with Lahore College for Women University and National Productivity Organization, Govt. of Pakistan. January 2003.
• Conducted workshop on "Resolving Conflicts" at the Department of Psychology/ Applied Psychology, University of the Punjab, Lahore in February, 2002.
• Organized a workshop on “Protection of Rights of women and Children”, organized by Directorate General Social Welfare, Women Development and Bait ul Maal, Government of the Punjab, Lahore on 11th Nov. 2002.
• Conducted a seminar on “Psychology Hazards of Child Labor”, organized by the Labor Department, Government of the Punjab, Lahore in collaboration with UNESCO, 2002.
• Participated in “Workshop on Wechsler Abbreviated Scale of Intelligence (WASI) Treatment Plan”, organized by Training and Developmental Resource Center for Childhood Disabilities (TDRC) at Amin Maktab, Lahore, 2002.
• Delivered a lecture on “Student Teacher Relationship and Assessment, Evaluation and Feedback” organized by the Department of Human Resources Development Centre, University of the Punjab, Lahore on August 24, 2002.
• Contributed in a seminar on “Assessment, Evaluation and Feed Back” organized by the Department of Human Resources Development Centre, University of the Punjab, Lahore on August 21, 2002.
• Participated in XIII Mental Health Movement organized by Department of Psychology, Government College, Lahore from April 26-29, 2002.
• Presented a paper on “Optimism, Self Mystery and Depression” in 7th International Conference of PACP organized by Pakistan Association of Clinical Psychologists from 20th to 21st April, 2002.
• Presented a paper on “Chronic Stress and Coping Styles: A Comparison of Male and Female University Students”, in 7th International Conference of PACP organized by Pakistan Association of Clinical Psychologists from 20th to 21st April, 2002.
• Presented a paper on “Women in Developing Pakistan, A Psychological Perspective” in Conference of Psychology” organized by Afro Asian Psychological Association on 12th March, 2002.
• Participated in a Seminar on ‘Gender Based Violence and Dowry" organized by the British Council, Lahore and PTV at P.C. Lahore on 14th March, 2002.
• Conducted a two-day workshop on “Stress Management” at Punjab Nursing Board, Lahore, on 7-8 March, 2002.
• Participated as Panelist in a Panel Discussion on “What makes a Good Teacher” in Orientation Programme for New Faculty 2002 arranged by Human Resources Development Centre, Punjab University, Lahore on 24th Jan, .2002.
• Delivered a lecture on “Student-Teacher Relationship (Mentoring and Tutoring)” in Orientation Programme for New Faculty 2002 arranged by Human Resources Development Centre, Punjab University, Lahore on 14th Jan, 2002.
• Organized Seminars on “Content Analysis” for the M. Phil / Ph.D. scholars in collaboration with Dr. Muhammad Anwar, Professor and ex-Chairman, Department of Sociology, Punjab, University, Lahore, December 12, 2001.
• Organized two Seminars on “Qualitative Research” in collaboration with Dr. Muhammad Hafeez, Assistant Professor, Department of Sociology, P.U. Lahore, at the Department of Psychology, Punjab University, December 5, 2001.
• Organized National Conference of Psychology on “Psychological Issues, a Pakistani Perspective”, Punjab University, Lahore, November 10, 2001.
• Participated in Higher Education Link Coordinators Conference organized by the British Council, Islamabad, October 31st to November 1st 2001.
• Paper presented on “Work and Mental Health” in the conference organized by Department of Psychiatry, Fatima Jinnah Medical College and Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, Lahore on the eve of World Mental Health Day October 10th 2001.
• Panel Discussant in the seminar on “Mental Health Across Gender” organized by King Edward Medical College & Allied Hospitals Lahore on behalf of Pakistan Psychiatric Society & Pakistan Association of Clinical Psychologists on the eve of World Mental Health Day October 10th 2001.
• Discussant “Role of Females in the Peace Process” workshop arranged by Ford Foundation South Asia and Human Right Study Centre, University of Peshawar, August 21st to August 23rd 2001.
• Organized Seminar on “Behavioral Neuro Science” in collaboration with Sadaqat Baloch, Registrar, Govt. Mental Hospital, Lahore at the Department of Applied Psychology Punjab University, April 23, 2001.
• Organized two-day workshop on “Hypnosis”, at the Department of Applied Psychology, in collaboration with Ms. Farzana Noor, Consultant Clinical Psychologist, March 28, 29, 2001.
• Presented at workshop on “Violence Against women” in the Department of Applied Psychology, March 18, 2001.
• Participated as discussant in the National Workshop on “Gender & Governance”, organized by Women Research and Research Centre, Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi in collaboration with the British Council, Islamabad, 19-20 March, 2001.
• Participated as a resource person for the updating of M. Sc. Syllabus for Psychology/Applied Psychology in “Curriculum Development” organized by University Grants Commission at Karachi, Feb. 2001.
• Organized a seminar on “Shelter homes and destitute women”, At the Department of Applied Psychology, Punjab University, Lahore. In 2000.
• Conducted a Workshop on "Strategies for Conflict Resolution", At the Department of Applied Psychology, Punjab University, Lahore. In April, 2000.
• Organized conference on “New Perspectives in Research on Gender” at Department of Applied Psychology, March 8, 2000.
• Gave a talk on “No where to go: Destitute women” at mental health week, Government College, Lahore, 1999.
• Paper presented on "Women in Distress” at the Symposium on Social Issues and Problems Psychology club, Government College, Lahore, 1997.
• Workshop conducted on "Barriers in Interpersonal Communication" at the Institute of Chartered Accountants, Lahore, 1997.
• Paper presented on “Aggression in Children and Parental Disciplining Techniques” at the Model Town, College for Women, 1997.
• Paper presented on "Mental Health of Pakistani Women and Their Children Living in Extended and Nuclear Families", at the National Conference on Research for Women. Aga Khan University, Karachi, May 1997.
• Paper presented on "Personality Factors and the Recovery Rate of Heart Patients After Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery", at 9th International Psychiatric Conference, Karachi 26-28 Feb. 1997.
• Presented a paper on "Coping with Menstrual Cycle Changes", at the National Symposium on Impact of Research on Health, Education and Community Development, Aga Khan University, Karachi Sept. 1996.
• Presented a paper on "Gender Issues in Psychology", at the In-Service Training Programme of the Directorate of Staff Development, Lahore June, 1996.
• Presented a paper on "Effect of Age and Gender on Expected Personality Traits", at the Second Muslim Psychological Conference. Government College, Lahore 17 May, 1996.
• Presented a paper on “Level of Aggression in Madrassas and Public School Boys”, at the Second Muslim Psychological Conference. Quaid-e-Azam Library, Lahore 16 May, 1996.
• Presented a paper on "Role of Maternal Depression in the Perception of Child's Maladjustment", at the Regional Meeting of World Psychiatric Association, Lahore March, 1996.
• Presented a paper on "Social Perception understanding others and ourselves", at the In service Teachers Training Programme for Home Economics Colleges at the Institute of Staff Development, Lahore 1996
• Presented a paper on "Attribution: The Process of knowing others" at the In service Postgraduate Teachers Training Programme of Psychology, at Government College, Lahore 1995.
• Presented a paper on "Social Cognition: Thinking About the Social World" to in service postgraduate teachers of Psychology at Government College, Lahore 1995.
• Presented a paper on "Stress and Migration: A Study of Muslim Girls in the U.K”, in the Conference PPS "Mental Health Care in Developing Countries", Lahore, 1995.
• Member Organizational Committee, In Service Postgraduate Teacher's Training held by Pakistan Psychological Association, Murree 31st July to 4th August, 1994.
• Presented a paper on "Building Self-Esteem" at the National Institute of Public Administration (NIPA), Lahore, 1995.
• Presented a paper on "Coping with Job Stress" at the National Institute of Public Administration, Lahore. 1995.
• Presented a paper on "Impression Formation", in the First Workshop for in-service Postgraduate Teachers of Psychology, organized by PAKISTAN PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION, Murree 31st July to 4th August, 1994.
• Member Organizational Committee and Presented a poster paper on "Fear of Crime in Women" at the Pakistan Psychological Association, 9th International Conference, Lahore 3-5, April, 1994.
• Presented a poster paper on "What worries the mother more marriage of sons or the daughters" at the Pakistan Psychological Association, 9th International Conference, Lahore, 3-5, April 1994.
• Organized and Conducted Scientific Session "Violence and Aggression", PAKISTAN PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION, 9th International Conference, Lahore 3-5, April, 1994.
• Organized and Conducted Scientific Session "Narcotics", PAKISTAN PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION, 9th International Conference, Lahore 3-5, April 1994.
• Presented a paper on "Postnatal Depression: Planned Vs. unplanned Pregnancy", PAKISTAN PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION, 9th International Conference, Lahore April 3-5, 1994.
• Presented a paper on "Dual career Families and Father's Role" PAKISTAN PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION, 9th International Conference, Lahore 3-5, April, 1994.
• Presented a paper on "Threat of Violence as an Instrument of Social Control of Women", PAKISTAN PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION, 9th International Conference, Lahore 3-5, April 1994.
• Presented a paper on “The Asian Muslim Girls’ Attitude Towards Marriage: A Comparative Study of Adolescents in Bradford (U.K) and Mirpur (Azad Kashmir)”, PAKISTAN PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION, 9th International Conference, Islamabad, April, 1994.
• Poster Presentation on “Attitude of Husbands Towards working Wives”, PAKISTAN PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION, 9th International Conference, Lahore 3-5, April, 1994.
• Conducted a workshop on "Perception" for in-service Teachers at University Grants Commission Office, Lahore Dec. 1993.
• Presented a poster paper on "A comparative study of Video Watching of Teenagers as Reported by the mothers", Psychology Forum. October, 1993.
• Presented a paper on "Postnatal Depression" at the Centre for Clinical Psychology, Punjab University, Lahore, Oct. 1993.
• Presented a paper on "Theoretical Perspectives and the Determinants of Self-Concept" at Centre for Clinical Psychology, Punjab University, Lahore Feb. 1993.
• Conducted a Workshop on "Child's Mental Health", at Psychiatry Department, Mayo Hospital, Lahore, Jan. 1993.
• Organized Seminar on “Towards an Equal Opportunity Environment for the Girl Child in Pakistan”, in Collaboration with British Council, Oct. 2000.
• Presented a paper on "Attitude and its related Aspects" at Psychological Operations Course held at Army Staff Headquarters, Lahore Feb. 1992.
• Presented a paper on "Psychological Problems of Rape Victims" in workshop on War Against Rape (WAR) at CIRA, Lahore Feb. 1992.
• Paper presented on "Child-rearing practices of Pakistani and Scottish Parents: A Cross-Cultural Comparison", at the Seminar on Cross-Cultural Perspectives of Behavior, Goethe Institute, Lahore 17th Oct. 1991.
• Delivered a lecture on “The girl child: An investment in the future”, at the seminar on Development Programmes for Girl Child, sponsored by UNICEF Government College, Lahore, Oct. 1992.
• Paper presented on "Parents Disciplinary Behavior and the Self-Esteem of the Child" at the Pakistan Psychological Association 8th International Conference of Psychology held at Islamabad, 8-11 Oct. 1991.
• Paper presented on "Socio-demographic Characteristics Associated with Depression in Pregnancy and Postpartum" at the 8th International Conference of Psychology held at Islamabad, 8-11 Oct. 1991.
• Paper presented on "Self-Concept/Self-Esteem" at the 8th International Conference held at Islamabad 8-11 Oct. 1991.
• Member Organizational Committee, 8th International Conference of Psychology held at Islamabad, Oct 8-11, 1991.
• Paper presented on "Religious beliefs of Female Muslim Adolescents in Britain: Comparative Study" at the Pakistan Psychological Association National Conference, Lahore 25-28 Sep. 1991.
• Paper presented on "Trainable mentally Retarded Child's Impact on the Family", at the National Conference, Lahore 25-28 Sep. 1991.
• Paper presented on "Increasing Trend of Crimes in Students: at the Seminar on Increasing Trend of Crimes in Students, Afro-Asian Psychological Association, Avari, Lahore 11th March, 1991.
• Paper presented on "Post Partum Depression" in "Update Psychiatry" 2nd Advance course in Psychiatry at the Department of Psychiatry, A.I.M.C. Services Hospital, Lahore 21st Feb. 1991.
• Paper presented on "Need for women Studies in Pakistan" in the Seminar on the Development of Curriculum for Women Studies, Karachi University, 2-5 Feb. 1991.
• Paper presented on "Contact Hypothesis: the attitude of nurses towards mental illness" in "Bazm-e-Nafsiat". Alhamra, Lahore Jan. 1991.
• Paper presented on "Depression, Anxiety and Attribution: Comparative Study of Breast Cancer and Other Patients", in the 8th International Psychiatric Conference of Pakistan, Islamabad, 10-14 December, 1990.
• Paper presented on "Identity and Self-Esteem", at the Seminar on Self-Esteem, National Institute of Psychology, Islamabad 29th Nov. 1990.
• Paper presented on "Perceived Parental Behaviour and Self-Esteem", at the First Afro-Asian Congress, Lahore 5-8 March, 1990.
• Paper presented on "Social Psychological Problems of Women in Pakistan", at the Workshop on "Women's Studies", NIPA, Lahore. Jan. 14-15, 1990.
• Paper presented on "Self-Esteem and Social Support: A Study of Pakistani Women", at the Seminar on Social Psychological Problems in Pakistan, held at the National Institute of Psychology, Centre of Excellence, Quaid-e-Azam University, Islamabad Oct. 29-30, 1989.
• Paper presented on “The Role of Educational Psychologist in Mental Health”, at the Workshop on “The role of Psychologists in Mental Health”, UNESCO, Services Hospital, Lahore Sep. 1989.
• Paper presented on "Motivation and Industrial Workers", at the Workshop on Labor Administration held at the Industrial Relations Institute, Lahore. June, 1988.
• Paper presented on "Building the Self-Esteem of the Physically Handicapped Children", at the National Workshop on Care and Rehabilitation of Physically Handicapped, held at the Institute of Physically Handicapped Children, Lahore, 7, April, 1988.
• Paper presented on "Perceived Self and Significant Others", at the Seventh Pakistan Psychological Conference, Lahore March, 1988.
• Paper presented on "Role and Responsibilities of Psychologist" at the Workshop on the Roles and Responsibilities of Psychologists in Pakistan", held at the National Institute of Psychology, Islamabad, Jan. 17-21, 1988.
• Paper presented on "Self-Esteem and Teaching Techniques for Mentally handicapped Children", at the Workshop on Teaching Techniques at the Special Education and Training Centre for Children, 31-F, Lower Mall, Lahore July, 1987.
• Paper presented on "Self-Esteem and Rehabilitation of Brain Damaged" at the Seminar on Psychological Rehabilitation of Patients Suffering from Chronic Conditions, Centre for Clinical Psychology, Lahore 16th April, 1987.
• Paper presented on "Self-Esteem of mentally Handicapped Children" at Workshop on Psychological and Educational Techniques in Special Education, Centre for Clinical Psychology, University of the Punjab. Lahore 12-25, 1986.
• Paper presented on "Research Methods in Social Psychology" in the national Workshop on Research Methods in Psychology and Tools in the Services of Education, National Institute of Psychology, Islamabad July, 5-12, 1980.
• Paper presented on "Parental Role in Adjustment of Handicapped Child" at the Seminar on Child Development, Social Welfare Department, Model Town Centre, Lahore March, 1972.

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