Name: Dr. IRAM GUL
Designation: Associate Professor / Chairperson
Department: Behavioral Sciences
 
Qualification: PhD
  Bradford, Uk. 2014
 
  M. phil in Behavioral Sciences
  Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi Pakistan, 2008
 
  Master of Science in Behavioral Sciences (Gold Medalist)
  Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi Pakistan, 2002
 
Phone: 0333-5501909
Email: [email protected]
Status: On Job | HEC Approved Supervisor | Incharge of counselling and wellness centre.
Dr. IRAM GUL

Professional Experience

Administrative Experience Chairperson of Department of Behavioral Sciences at Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi.

Teaching & Research Experience (20 years) June2022- to date: Associate Professor, Department of Behavioral Sciences, Fatima Jinnah Women University, The Mall, Rawalpindi, Pakistan November 2010- May 2022: Assistant Professor, Department of Behavioral Sciences, Fatima Jinnah Women University, The Mall, Rawalpindi, Pakistan January 2010 –November 2012: Assistant Professor, Department of Gender studies, Fatima Jinnah Women University, The Mall, Rawalpindi, Pakistan May 2003-January 2010: Lecturer, Department of Behavioral Sciences, Fatima Jinnah Women University, The Mall, Rawalpindi, Pakistan December 2003-December 2005: Incharge / Program Coordinator, Department of Behavioral Sciences. Fatima Jinnah Women University, The Mall, Rawalpindi, Pakistan March 2002-May 2003: Teaching Assistant and Assistant Program Coordinator, Fatima Jinnah Women University, The Mall, Rawalpindi, Pakistan

PUBLICATIONS

  1. Fahad D. Algahtani, Bandar Alsaif, Ahmed A. Ahmed, Ali A. Almishaal, Sofian. Obeida, Rania Fathy Mohamed , Iram Gul, Reham Mohammed Kamel , and Sehar un Nisa Hassan (2022) Using Spiritual Connections to Cope with Stress and Anxiety during the COVID 19 Pandemic Frontiers in Psychology (ahead of print)
  2. Fazila Nooren, Adeela Rehman, Sajida Naz, Iram Gul, Nadia Bukhtawar (2021).  Relationship between Corporal Punishment on Academic Performance and Wellbeing of School Students: A study of Gojal, Hunza, Pakistan. Elementary Education Online, Turkey; Vol 20 (Issue 3): pp. 1920-1926. ISSN; 1305-3515. (HEC category X) Impact factor: 0.41
  3. Fatima Khan Gohar, Iram Gul, Adeela Rehman & Sehar un Nisa Hassan (2021). Type D personality a risk factor for poor Quality of life (QoL) during the COVID-19 pandemic: A comparative analysis of individuals with Parkinson’s disease and without Parkinson’s disease. Elementary Education Online, 2021; Vol 20 (Issue 5): pp. 6492-6502. ISSN; 1305-3515. (HEC category X) Impact factor: 0.41
  4. Huzaifa Noor, Iram Gul, Adeela Rehman & Bandar Alsaif (2021). Relationship between type D personality, health behaviors and psychosomatic symptoms among young adults, during COVID -19 pandemic. - Elementary Education Online, 2021; Vol 20 (Issue 5): pp. 5908-5916. ISSN; 1305-3515. (HEC category X) Impact factor: 0.41
  5. Ume Rubbab, Iram Gul   Sehar un Nisa Hassan & Adeela Rehman. Impact of Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Interventional Program on Body Image Dissatisfaction among Young Adults. Psychology and Education 58(4): 1562-1571. ISSN; 0033-3077. (HEC category Y) Impact factor: 0.12
  6. Sabahat Fatima, Iram Gul, Adeela Rehman & Sehar un Nisa Hassan (2021). Relationship between Childhood Traumatic Experiences, Psychological Distress and Obsessive Compulsive Personality Symptoms among Young Adults during COVID-19 Pandemic. Psychology and Education 58(4):  1572-1583. ISSN; 0033-3077. (HEC category Y)Impact factor: 0.12
  7. Nazia Mustafa1, Iram Gul, Midhat Farzeen, Adeela Rehman, Fahad Haleem & Gul Hussain (2021) Psychosocial Predictors of Quality of Life among Patients with Hypothyroidism; A Cross-sectional study in Pakistan. Psychology and Education (2021) 58(4): 1597-1609.ISSN; 0033-3077. (HEC category Y)Impact factor: 0.12
  8. Annaya Roy, Iram Gul,Amber Abid Malik, Adeela Rehman & Sehar un Nisa Hassan Nafeesa Sareer (2021). Psychosocial factors associated with Burnout and Traumatic Stress among Healthcare Professionals during COVID-19 Pandemic. Psychology and Education 58(4): 1584-1596.ISSN; 0033-3077. (HEC category Y)Impact factor: 0.12
  9. Nabila Batool YazdaniIram GulSajida NazGul Hussain. (2020). A Comparative study of Cognitive Functioning in Children with ADHD, Autism and Normal Controls. Pak Pediatric Journal Jan - Mar 2020;44(1):36-42. ISSN 0304-4904. (HEC category Y) Impact factor: 0.02
  10. Sajida NazIram GulGul HussainNida JamshedFatima Ahmed. (2019). Mood Regulation in Smoker and Non-Smoker Male Students Pak Pediatric Journal. Apr - Jun 2019;43(2):120-5. ISSN 0304-4904. (HEC category Y) Impact factor:0.02
  11. Saeeda BatoolIram GulSajida NazSehar-un-nisaGul Husain. (2018).Impact of Spousal Violence on Child Health and Life Prospects: Evidence from Pakistan Demographic Health Survey 2012-13 Pak Pediatric Journal. Jun - Sep 2018; 42(3):2001-6. (HEC category Y) Impact factor: 0.02
  12. Gul HussainIram GulNafeesa SireerSajida Naz. (Dec 2008). Psychological reactions of children following an earthquake Pak Pediatric Journal ;32(4):230-5. (HEC category Y) Impact factor: 0.02
  13.  Sobia Ishrat., Sajida Naz, Iram Gul , and Nafeesa Sireer NSelf Efficacy and Quality of Life of Participants Undergoing Treatment for Drug Addiction in Pakistan. Heroin Addiction and Related Clinical Problems. Vol. 23 No. N1 1592-1638 February 2021. (HEC category Y). Impact Factor: 0.538
  14. Samreen Idrees , Iram GulFayyaz Ahmad FaizeMubeen Akhtar (2018) Psychological Reactions, Social Support, and Coping Styles in Pakistani Female Burn Survivors. Journal of Burn Care & Research, 38(6), e934-e943. 1559-0488,1559-047X. (HEC category W). Impact Factor: 1.5.
  15. Sajida Naz, Khaizran Iftikhar, Iram Gul (2017) Differences in Life Participation, Social Support and Quality of Life in Parents Having Children with Cerebral Palsy. Turk Psikoloji Dergisi (Turkish Journal of Psychology), 32(78). 16-23. ISSN 1300-4433, (HEC category Y) Impact factor: 0.21.
  16. Iram Gul & Razia Ali Bhatto. (2009, June). Type D Personality, Psychological Distress and Quality of Life in MI patients. 3rd International Conference on Bioinformatics and Biomedical Engineering (pp. 1-7). IEEE.  (HEC category W). Impact factor 10.36  Impact factor: 10.3. 
  17. Sajida Naz, Helen Gavin, Linda Yoder, Nida Jamshed, Bushra Khan & Iram Gul. (2016). A Cross National Study Using Anecdotal Accounts of Trauma Reaction in Police Officers. Pakistan Journal of Criminology Volume 8, No.2, pp. 43-55. ISSN 2074-2738, 2222-6648. (HEC category Y). 
  18. Sadaf Khan, Sehar Hassan, Gul Husain, Iram Gul. (2011). Relationship of Parental Acceptance and Rejection with Psychological Wellness in Young Adults. Journal of Rawalpindi Medical College (JRMC);15(1):24-26 24. ISSN 1683-3562,1683-3570. (HEC category Y).
  19. Iram Gul and Najma Najam. (2002). Depression and Myocardial Infarction (review article) Quarterly Journal of Gender and Social Issues). Journal of Gender and Social Issues. ISSN 1813-9892. (HEC category Y).

RESEARCH INTERESTS

  • Psychosocial correlates of chronic diseases (MI, hepatitis C virus infection, cancer, HIV/AIDS)
  • Mental health and quality of life
  • Mental health issues in children (child abuse/neglect, child psychopathology, developmental disorders)

ACHIVEMENTS

  1. Gold medal in Behavioral Sciences Masters Program(2002)
  2. Best Teacher Award 2006
  3. Seisoh Sukemune/Bruce Bain Early Career Research Award, 2007-2008
  4. XIIIth  Star Award 2002
  5. Merit scholarship in SSC examination

CONFERENCES/WORKSHOPS

CONFERENCES ATTENDED

  1. Somatic Trauma Healing Summit organized by Embody lab on June 18th and 19th 2022.
  2. 18th annual congress on “Paediatrics & Neonatology, Theme: Child Care, Health & Development organized by New York media technologies, Series LLC Ltd/ Pulsus Group/OMICS International PVT LTD held at Osaka, Japan on 15-16th April 2019.
  3. National conference on “Promoting tolerance and well-being: emerging trends, challenges and implications for research” organized by the Department of Behavioural Sciences, Fatima Jinnah Women University from 15-17th March, 2018.
  4. Second multi-disciplinary graduate conference organized by the Department of Education & the Department of English, Fatima Jinnah Women University on 29-30th Jan, 2018.
  5. An International conference for academic disciplines organized by International Journal of Arts and Sciences and Regione Siciliana at Catania, Sicily, Italy from 29th May – 1st June, 2017.
  6. 23rd biennial International paediatric conference organized by Pakistan paediatric association from 11– 13th Nov, 2016.
  7. An International symposium on “gender, social sciences and humanities” organized by Fatima Jinnah Women University in collaboration with University of Texas, Austin, USA at Fatima Jinnah Women University from 13-15th Jan, 2016.
  8. A National conference titled “National symposium on depression 2010; depression throughout the life cycle” organized by Pakistan psychiatric society, Rawalpindi at Pearl Continental Hotel, Rawalpindi on 7th Aug, 2010.
  9. An International conference on “Neuropsychiatric, psychological and social sciences today” organized by 15th international/4th world conference of the association of psychology and psychiatry for adults and children (A.P.P.A.C.), held at Hilton Hotel, Athens, Greece on 7th May 2010.           
  10. 3rd International Conference on Bioinformatics and biomedical Engineering organized by IEEE held at Beijing, china in 2009.
  11. An International conference titled “xxix International Congress of Psychology” organized by international congress of psychology at Berlin, Germany from 20th-25th July, 2008.
  12. An International conference “66th Annual Convention of International Council of Psychologist” organized by International council of psychologist held at St. Petersburg, Russia from 14–18th July, 2008
  13. 19th Biennial International Paediatric conference organized by Pakistan paediatric association, at Peshawar, Pakistan from 17-20th April ,2008.
  14. An International conference “American Psychological Association’s 105th Annual Convention” organized by American Psychological Association held at San Francisco, California, USA from 17-20th Aug, 2007. 
  15. An International conference “65th Annual Convention, International Council of Psychologist” organized by International Council of Psychologist at San Diego, California, USA from 11–14th Aug, 2007.
  16. 64th Annual convention, International Psychology for the Future organized by International council of psychologist at Kos, Greece from 10–13th July, 2006.  
  17. An International symposium on “earthquake 8/10 social, human and gender issues” organized by Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi and University of Azad Jammu & Kashmir, Muzaffarabad from 15-17, January 2006.
  18. 16th National Psychiatric conference organized by Pakistan Psychiatric Society at Faisalabad, Pakistan from 23rd -25th Dec, 2005.
  19. An International symposium on “women in higher education, leadership and management” organized by Higher education leadership and management, FJWU in collaboration with Institute of Education, University of London, UK at Fatima Jinnah Women University on 3-4th October, 2005.   
  20. An International conference titled “The International forum for social science and health, world congress - health challenges of the third millennium” organized by Yeditepe University, Istanbul, Turkey held at Istanbul, Turkey from 21-26th Aug, 2005.
  21. 15th International Psychiatric conference organized by Pakistan Psychiatric Society and World Psychiatric Association at Pearl Continental Hotel, Karachi, Pakistan from 28-30th Jan, 2005.
  22. An International symposium on social sciences; endangered and engendered organized by Fatima Jinnah Women University in collaboration with Higher Education Commission at Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi on 10-12th Dec, 2004.
  23. National health sciences research symposium on “Mental Health; Understanding the Challenges” organized by Agha Khan University at Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi from 22-23th Sept, 2003. 
  24. 6th regional conference of psychology organized by Pakistan psychological society at Pearl Continental Hotel, Rawalpindi, Pakistan on 19th march, 2001.                        
  25. 13th International Psychiatric conference; Mental Health in the new millennium (freud,    freedom, and future) organized by Pakistan Psychiatric Society at Pearl Continental Hotel, Rawalpindi, Pakistan from 25-28th Jan, 2001.

WORKSHOPS AND SEMINARS ATTENDED

  1. A Workshop on “Evidence based psychological interventions for survivors of trauma and abuse” organized by ORIC, Fatima Jinnah Women University, the Department of Behavioural Sciences, Fatima Jinnah Women University & the Department of Psychology, University of Sargodha on 22nd Feb, 2019.
  2. A workshop titled “Psycho-educational model for teachers as counsellor” organized by Fatima Jinnah Women University in collaboration with FGEIS Directorate, Rawalpindi and Higher Education Commission held at FGEIS Directorate, Rawalpindi on 15-16th Jan, 2018.
  3. A Workshop “Self-assessment report writing” organized by quality enhancement cell, Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi on 4th Jan, 2018.     
  4. “Training teachers as counsellors” organized by Fatima Jinnah Women University in collaboration with FGEIS Directorate, Rawalpindi & Higher Education Commission, Islamabad held at FGEIS Directorate, Rawalpindi on 6th Dec, 2017.
  5. A Workshop on “Stress management and motivation” organized by Prism Pakistan & Psychosocial Rehabilitation Institute of Stress Management, Lahore at Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi on 20th Dec, 2016
  6. A Workshop “personal development” organized by Prism Pakistan and Psychosocial Rehabilitation Institute of stress management, Lahore held at Fountain House, Lahore on 19th Dec, 2016.
  7. “Good governance workshop” organized by Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi on 19th Jan, 2016.
  8. A Workshop titled “Art as therapy for traumatized children” organized by Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi on 12-13th Oct, 2010.  
  9. An International Workshop “Training on core research skills and data analysis and presentation of results” organized by Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi in collaboration with Armed Force Institute of Psychiatry and University of Aberdeen, Scotland, UK on 11-12th Jan, 2007.   
  10. An International Workshop on “Developing management skills” organized by higher education leadership and management, Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi, in collaboration with Institute of Education, University of London, UK held at Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi on 4-5th April, 2006.
  11. One-month International Workshop on “Doctoral research training course” organized by University of London, England from 7th Jan to 8th Feb, 2006.
  12. A workshop on “Spirituality in leadership and management for preventing demoralization-enhancing workplace outcome” organized by Fountain House, Lahore, Pakistan in September, 2004.
  13. A workshop on “quality assurance and university accreditation” organized by Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi from 17th May to 4th June, 2004.
  14. A workshop on “training of master trainers on children’s environmental health” organized by health services academy, ministry of health, in collaboration with world health organization and health services academy, Islamabad from 19th -24th April, 2004.
  15. A Workshop “conflict resolution” organized by Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi on 8th April, 2004.
  16. “15th national psychiatric conference” organized by Pakistan Psychiatric Society, Islamabad held at Serena Hotel, Islamabad on 9-11th Jan, 2004.
  17. A Workshop on “Women in higher education management” organized by Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi from 16-21st Nov, 2002.
  18. “Counselling skills” organized by Department of Psychiatry, Military Hospital, Rawalpindi at Psychiatric Department of Military Hospital, Rawalpindi Cantt, Pakistan on 4th-5th Nov 2002.
  19. An International Workshop titled “Training course in trauma psychology” organized by university of Missouri-Columbia, International Centre for Psychological Trauma (ICPT) and Mental Health Resources of Pakistan, Islamabad on 13-14th Feb, 2002.
  20. A Workshop on “therapeutic intervention” organized by Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi, Pakistan in June, 2001.
  21. A Workshop on “depression” organized by the Department of Psychiatry, Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences, Islamabad on 12th March, 2001.
  22. A Workshop on “modern psychotherapeutic interventions” organized by Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi, Pakistan on 28th august 2000.
  23. A Workshop on “Image therapy and ADHD” organized by Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi, Pakistan in July, 2000. 
  24. A Workshop on “therapeutic intervention” organized by Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi, Pakistan in June, 2000.
  25. Fifteen days’ workshop on “statistics and psychological and educational measurement” organized by Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi, Pakistan from 27th May to 10th June, 2000.
  26. Fifteen days’ workshop on “psychological assessment” organized by Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi, Pakistan from 27th May to 10th June, 2000.
  27. An International seminar on “Meeting students where they are; addressing student needs and facilitating academic success” organized by Department of Behavioural Sciences, Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi on 21st Feb, 2018.
  28. An International certified seminar on “behavioural management of emotional and behavioural problems of school students through building resilience, self-esteem, and anger management” by Department of Behavioural Sciences, Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi on 6th Feb, 2018.
  29. A National seminar on “Psychological First Aid (PFA)” organized by Institute of Psychiatry, Benazir Bhutto Hospital, Rawalpindi held at Benazir Bhutto Hospital, Rawalpindi on 19th Oct, 2016.

CONFERENCES, WORKSHOPS AND SEMINARS ORGANIZED

  1. Dr Iram Gul delivered a lecture on “Strategies for the development and advancement of Psychology in Pakistan” at NUMS on 28th July 2022
  2. Dr. Iram Gul organized a webinar on Communication and language disorder in children on May 13, 2022 under Counseling and Wellness Centre (CWC) at FJWU. The Recourse Person was Dr. Shanaz Khusar , consultant speech and language pathologist at Fauji Foundation Hospital.
  3. One Seminar organized in collaboration with District Population Welfare Office (Rwp.) on March 15th, 2022 with title High Population Growth Rate in Pakistan and Counter Measures among Youth.
  4. An International Workshop on “Application of mindfulness based techniques to enhance personal well-being” organized by counselling and wellness centre - Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi, Pakistan on 30th September 2019
  1. A National Seminar on “Awareness regarding Alzheimer and related disorders” organized by ORIC, Fatima Jinnah Women University in collaboration with Alzheimer’s Pakistan Rawalpindi Chapter (APRC), Rawalpindi, Pakistan on 9th April 2019.
  1. A National Workshop conducted on “Stress management” organized by counselling and wellness centre in collaboration with WRRC held at Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi, Pakistan in 2019.
  1. A National Seminar organized on “Alzheimer's/ dementia: management and caregiving” by ORIC, Fatima Jinnah Women University in collaboration with Alzheimer’s Pakistan Rawalpindi Chapter (APRC), at Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi, Pakistan on 1st December 2018
  2. A National Conference “Promoting tolerance and well-being: emerging trends, challenges and implications for research” organized by department of Behavioural Sciences, Fatima Jinnah Women University in collaboration with Higher Education Commission of Pakistan, at Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi, Pakistan on 15-17th march, 2018.
  3. A National Workshop on “Promoting tolerance through education with teachers organized by Fatima Jinnah Women University in collaboration with Higher Education Commission held at FG Directorate, Rawalpindi on 13-17th November 2017.

RESEARCH PROJECTS

Research Projects

  1. Dr. Iram Gul as PI has submitted a research project proposal titled “Impact of Mindfulness-based intervention on COVID-19 related distress and mobile phone addiction during pandemic: A randomized control trial” under Eastern Mediterranean Regional Office Special Grant for COVID-19 research in June 2022. Dr. Sajida Naz & Dr. Najam us Sahar are Co-PI in said project.

  2. (2016) Promoting tolerance through attitudinal change; implementing three weeks instructional unit program with students of higher secondary schools. Higher Education Commission’s Thematic Research Grant Project: Responsibility: Co- Principal Investigator.

  3. (2009) Standardization, Validation and Translation of Post Natal Screening Questionnaire for Depression. Funded by Higher Education Commission of Pakistan Responsibility: Co- Principal Investigator.

  4. (2005) Psychological Assessment of Security personnel. Funded by Fatima Jinnah Women University, Responsibility: Co- Principal Investigator.

  5.  (2004)Development and Validation of Social Support Scale. Funded by Fatima Jinnah Women University Responsibility: Co Principal Investigator

  6. (2008)Psychological Assessment of Children post traumatic event. Responsibility: Principal Investigator

Important Contacts