Institute of Applied Psychology

IAP Faculty Shine at PPA’s Landmark Conference!
Institute of Applied Psychology, University of the Punjab faculty led the charge in PPA’s collaboration with Government Graduate College (W) Satellite Town, Gujranwala, for the 1st International Conference—building momentum for the 16th International Conference at Faletti’s Hotel, Lahore.
Prof. Dr. Rafia Rafique, Director IAP, President PPA, delivered the keynote on “Socio-Cultural Barriers to Mental Health: Sustainable Solutions for Community Well-being.”
The event advanced mental health in schools, colleges, and universities through a panel and scientific session. Dr. Afifa Anjum, Associate Professor IAP & Finance Secretary PPA, served as Co-Chair of the scientific session.
IAP and PPA: Breaking barriers for community well-being.
📍 Venue: Fatima Jinnah Hall, Government Graduate College (W) Satellite Town, Gujranwala
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Proud to share this impactful initiative by Dr. Afifa Anjum Associate Professor Institute of Applied Psychology. Dr Anjum is a dedicated psychologist and passionate advocate for mental health awareness. Her work continues to inspire students, professionals, and communities to prioritize psychological well‑being and compassionate care.
Join us in appreciating her invaluable contributions to psychology in Pakistan and beyond.

🎓 The Institute of Applied Psychology (IAP) proudly announces the successful Public Defense of the PhD dissertation entitled “Social Networking, Deviant Peer Affiliation, Moral Disengagement, and Cyber Deviant Behaviors in Young Adults,” submitted by Ms. Sumaira Ayub, a PhD candidate in Applied Psychology, under the supervision of Dr. Mujeeba Ashraf.

The defense was examined by two esteemed external experts: Prof. Dr. Syeda Salma Hasan, Government College University Lahore, and Dr. Saima Majeed, Associate Professor of Psychology at Forman Christian College (A Chartered University).

The defense was conducted in the presence of Director IAP, Prof. Dr. Rafia Rafique, along with Dr. Mujeeba Ashraf and scholars from the MS, M.Phil, and PhD programs who attended the session. Both external examiners joined the defense online and actively participated in the evaluation. A comprehensive question-and-answer session followed the presentation, during which the candidate responded thoughtfully to the queries and feedback from the examiners.

The event reflected the department’s commitment to promoting quality research and academic excellence in psychology, particularly in areas related to social networking and cyber behaviors among young adults.

Warm congratulations to Ms. Sumaira Ayub on the successful defense of her PhD dissertation and her valuable scholarly contribution. 🎉

Submit your research for the upcoming 16th International Conference of Pakistan Psychological Association

🌟 A Heartfelt Farewell to Our Esteemed DEAN FBSS: Prof. Dr. Irum Khalid 🌟
Today, as Dean of the Faculty of Behavioural and Social Sciences, we gathered in her office for a bittersweet farewell on the occasion of her retirement. Director, faculty colleagues, and staff came together to honor a visionary who transformed our academic home with unwavering dedication, wisdom, and compassion. As we bid you adieu, know that your legacy of empathy, innovation, and leadership will echo every where. Thank you for your endless mentorship, your quiet strength, and the countless lives you’ve touched. Here’s to new adventures in retirement! ❤️

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Event: 6th International Student Convention & Expo 2026

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From the classrooms of the Institute of Applied Psychology to the airwaves of ON AIR Radio Fest LUMS 🎙️, our brilliant students from semester IV Replica, Asma Shaukat and Aiman Gull are making voices heard and ideas shine! 🌟

Their achievement reflects the power of psychology, storytelling, and youth leadership in shaping conversations that matter. Together with their 4-member team representing Pioneers Media Society, Punjab University, they brought home two prestigious awards out of three categories;
🏆 Winners in HOT MIC
🥈 Runners-up in Podcast

Congratulations Asma and Aiman! your victory is a proud moment for Institute of Applied Psychology and true honor for our university, inspiring future voices to rise with confidence and creativity.

Prof Dr Rafia Rafique, Director IAP, President Pakistan Psychological Association, returns to the University of the Punjab family after an inspiring 12-day HEC Pakistan-Sri Lanka Faculty Exchange at University of Peradeniya! 🇵🇰🇱🇰 Delivered lectures for Faculty, Students and employees, led flagship Multicultural Counselling sessions, sparked joint research on mental health trends and psychosocial determinants, contributed curriculum input, explored student exchanges, and advanced MoUs.
Grateful for the warm welcome from VC Prof. Terrence Madhujith, Dean Prof. S. Witharana, HOD Psychology Prof. Asanka Bulathwatta, host Dr. Kanthi Jayasinghe, and their teams. Excited for future collaborations: joint publications, webinars, psychology accreditation projects, and ongoing academic exchanges!

📢 CALL FOR PAPERS: Journal of Behavioural Sciences 📢
Exciting opportunity for researchers in Behavioural Sciences! Submit your original papers on Psychology, Education, Gender Studies, Life Sciences, and more to Volume 36, Issue 2 (2026). Open access, Scopus-indexed – indexed in Scopus, EBSCOhost, ProQuest, Crossref.
Chief Editor: Prof. Dr. Rafia Rafique, Director, Institute of Applied Psychology, University of the Punjab, Lahore.
Managing Editor: Dr. Fatima Kamran, Institute of Applied Psychology, University of the Punjab.
Guidelines & submission: http://pu.edu.pk/home/journal/34
Email: [email protected] | Ph: +92-99231235
Deadline: Check website – elevate your research today! 🌟