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EMPOWERING FAMILIES THROUGH PSYCHOEDUCATION: A STUDYON CAREGIVERS OF CHILDREN WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES Swati Kumari1& Manisha Kiran2 1*PhD Scholar, Department of Psychiatric Social Work (PSW), Ranchi Institute of Neuro- Psychiatryand Allied Sciences (RINPAS), Kanke, Ranchi, Jharkhand. 2Associate Prof. and Head, Departmentof Psychiatric Social Work (PSW), Ranchi Institute of Neuro-Psychiatry and Allied Sciences(RINPAS), Kanke, Ranchi, Jharkhand. *Correspondence: […]

ABSTRACT Introduction: Caregivers of children with intellectual disabilities often encounter significant challenges that can affect their family’s sense of empowerment. Psychoeducation has been recognized as a valuable tool to provide caregivers with the knowledge, skills, and support they need to enhance their caregiving abilities and overall family empowerment. Aim: This study aimed to evaluate the

IDENTIFYING OCCUPATIONAL STRESSORS AMONG UNORGANIZEDSECTORS WITH PARTICULAR REFERENCE TO STREET VENDORS INBIHAR Shaurya Prakash1 & Kheyali Roy2 1&2Assistant Professor, Gopal Narayan Singh University, Bihar. Correspondence: Kheyali Roy, e-mail: kheyaliroy9@gmail.com ABSTRACT Background: The stress a person experiences as a direct result of their profession is referred to as occupational stress or workplace stress. One of the

ABSTRACT Background: The stress a person experiences as a direct result of their profession is referred to as occupational stress or workplace stress. One of the primary issues with work-related stress is that most individuals are unaware of it and wait until it worsens before seeking treatment. The street vendors enjoy neither safety nor security

PSYCHOLOGICAL MINDEDNESS AND SOCIAL FUNCTIONING OF INDIVIDUALS WITH ALCOHOL DEPENDENCE SYNDROME: A COMPARATIVE STUDY Muhammed Sadik T.M1& Shuvabrata Poddar2 1Ph.D Scholar (Department of Applied Psychology, Kazi Nazrul University) Asansol, and Assistant Professor ( Department of Clinical Psychology, Central Institute of Psychiatry), Kanke, Ranchi. 2Assistant Professor, Department of Applied Psychology, Kazi Nazrul University, Asansol,. Correspondence: Muhammed

ABSTRACT Background: Alcohol abuse is a major public health concern. Various biological, psychological, and social determinants are there in the well-being of an individual. Aim: The present study aims to assess the impact of psychological mindedness and social functioning on the well-being of patients with alcohol dependence syndrome. Method & Materials: 30 individuals with Alcohol

QUALITY OF LIFE AMONG THE FAMILIES OF ALCOHOL ADDICTION TRIBES STAYING IN SOUTH KARNATAKA Jyothi H.P1 , Kannappa V Shetty2 , Amritha3 , Suparna.S4 , Sachetha GM5 1Associate Professor, Department of Social Work, Mysore University, Mysore. 2Assistant Professor, School of Social Work, Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), New Delhi,.3Ph.D scholar, SOSW, IGNOU, New Delhi.

ABSTRACT Background: The quality of life among tribal members who care for people with alcohol addictionin their community sheds light on the unique challenges they encounter and potential sources ofassistance. Caregivers in tribes impacted by dependency on alcohol often experience an array ofobstacles that adversely affect their standard of life. The intergenerational trauma, culturalstigmas associated

A PRELIMINARY STUDY ON STRESS AND COPING PATTERNS AMONG BUSINESS PROCESS OUTSOURCING PERSONNEL: A CROSSSECTIONAL STUDY Thippeswamy V1 , A Thirumoorthy2 , Atiq Ahmed3 , Ali Arif 4 1Department of Psychiatric Social Work, Institute of Human Behaviour & Allied Sciences (IHBAS), Dilshad Garden, Delhi.2 Professor, Dept of Psychiatric Social Work, National Institute of Mental Health

ABSTRACT Background: The Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) industry has emerged as a critical sectorin the global economy, experiencing remarkable growth in recent decades. However, stress inthe workplace remains a pervasive issue, linked to adverse outcomes such as decreased jobsatisfaction, reduced productivity, and various health problems. Despite its prevalence, limitedresearch has focused on understanding stress levels