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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 […]

STRESS, ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION AMONG MPSC ASPIRANTS INPUNE: A DESCRIPTIVE STUDY Chayanlal (Chayan) R. Pardhi1& Omkar Torane2 1Assistant Professor and Social Development Practitioner, Karve Institute of Social Service,Hingane home colony, Karvenagar, Pune , 2MPhil Scholar, Dept. of Psychiatric Social Work,NIMHANS, BangloreCorrespondence: Chayanlal (Chayan) R. Pardhi, e-mail: chayanpardhi988@gmail.com ABSTRACT Background: Renowned for their rigorous selection criteria,

ABSTRACT Background: Renowned for their rigorous selection criteria, competitive examinations in Indiaserve as pivotal gateways for selecting qualified candidates through equitable processes.Competitive examinations, such as those conducted by the Maharashtra Public Service Commission(MPSC), attract aspirants seeking prestigious government positions amidst increasing nationalunemployment. However, the pursuit of these coveted roles amid the limited job market and

IMPACT OF PANDEMIC ON MENTAL HEALTH OF PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES: A REVIEW  Jithin Jaise1 , Kannappa V Shetty2 , Urmila Bamney3 , Sachetha GM4 1Junior Research Fellow, Clinical Research Centre for Neuromodulation in Psychiatry, Department of Psychiatry, Kasturba Medical College, MAHE, Manipal. 2Assistant Professor, School of Social Work, Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), New

ABSTRACT Background: The COVID-19has drastically changed the lives of people; majorly it has affected their wellness due to the lockdown and economic downfall. Psychosocial factors associated with social isolation, limited access to basic needs, loneliness, loss of income, decreased social and emotional support, and reduced physical activities have exacerbated the mental health of humans. There

ACCEPTANCE AND COMMITMENT THERAPY Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a form of third-wave behavioral therapy. It was developed by Steven Hayes (1980). ACT is derived from Relational Frame Theory (RFT), a therapy also developed by Hayes, which is based on the concept that ineffective verbal behavior leads to problematic behaviors. ACT is primarily based

 ABSTRACT Social work is a field that is dedicated to improving the well-being and quality of life of individuals, families, and communities. It is focused on helping people overcome their social problems and challenges. With the rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in recent years, there has been a growing interest in how technology can be

ABSTRACT The aim of this study was to assess the impact of online brief dynamic therapy on an individual experiencing relationship difficulty and its effect on reducing alcohol dependence. A 23-year-old male sales executive, with a history of alcohol consumption spanning 8 years and exhibiting excessive anger, sought help. He exhibited a challenging temperament and