Dr .Shazia Yusuf
Category: Faculty
Published on: December 17, 2024
Last updated on December 19th, 2024
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Name Dr. Shazia Yusuf  

Designation HoD Professional Psychology/
Senior Assistant Professor
Campus BUIC, H-11 Campus
Department Professional Psychology
Email hodpp.h11@bahria.edu.pk shaziayousaf.buic@bahria.edu.pk
Phone +92-51-9259500-509 (Ext. 3300) +92-51-9259490
Research Area Health Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Educational Psychology, Organizational Psychology, Rehabilitation Psychology, Positive Psychology, Psychometric Psychology.
Publications Journals:  8
Conferences : 31
QUALIFICATION
DEGREE PASSING YEAR MAJORS UNIVERSITY
Ph.D  2021 National Institute of Psychology, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad.
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
DESIGNATION FROM TO ORGANIZATION
Senior Assistant Professor July 2024 PRESENT BAHRIA UNIVERSITY, ISLAMABAD
Assistant Professor July 2021 June 2024 BAHRIA UNIVERSITY, ISLAMABAD
Sr. Lecturer  July 2020  June 2021 BAHRIA UNIVERSITY, ISLAMABAD
Lecturer  Apr 2016  June 2020 BAHRIA UNIVERSITY, ISLAMABAD
Lecturer (Visiting) 2010 2014 BAHRIA UNIVERSITY, ISLAMABAD
Lecturer (Visiting) 2015 2016 AIR UNIVERSITY, ISLAMABAD
Lecturer (Visiting) 2011 2014 Global System of Integrated Studies (GSIS), Islamabad
Lecturer (Visiting) 2011 2012 Foundation University, College Of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Lecturer (Visiting) 2011 2015 Preston University Islamabad.

 

HONORS AND AWARDS
1 Got 1st prize in Applied Psychology in B.A
2 Got 1st prize in Sociology in B.A
3 Got teacher’s efficiency and punctuality award (from 2011 to 2016)
4 Member of EMDR Pakistan.
UNIVERSITY AND PUBLIC SERVICE ACTIVITIES
1 Did internship and community work in Psychiatry Department of Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (P.I.M.S) Islamabad
PUBLICATIONS
Journals:
1 Bano, S & Yusuf, S. (2023). Learning Disabilities in Academic Performance among High School Students: Significance of Demographic Variables. Journal of Professional & Applied Psychology, 4(3), 333-341.
2 Fayyaz, A., & Yusuf, S. (2023). Prediction of Adherence through Illness Appraisal of Individuals with Diabetes: Role of Experiential Avoidance. Journal of Professional & Applied Psychology, 4(2), 140-151.
3 Zaman, N. I., Mehmood, M., Yousuf, S., Khan, A., & Kiran, I. (2022). Problem-Focused Coping and Suicidal Risk in Individuals with End Stage Renal Disease: Moderating Role of Behavioural Sciences, 32(2). Intrinsic Religiosity. Journal of
4 Yusuf, S., Hanif, R., & Rahna, T. (2022). Psychological Issues among Individuals with Chronic Illnesses: A Multi-Informant Perspective. Foundation University Journal of Psychology, 6(2).
5 Zaman, N. I., Zahra, K., Yusuf, S., & Khan, M. A. (2022). Resilience and Psychological Distress among Burn Survivors. Burns.
6 Zaman, N. I., Shakoor, S., & Yusuf, S. (2022). Menopausal symptoms: prediction of quality of marital relationship among couples. Journal of Mind and Medical Sciences, 9(1), 133-142.
7 Yusuf, S. & Hanif, R. (2019). Coping Strategies and Quality Of Life among Individuals with Type – 2 Diabetes: Role of Demographic Variables. Bahria Journal of Professional Psychology.
8 Zaman, I N., Nisar, F., & Khan, M. A. (2019). Abnormal Eating Attitudes and Body Image Dissatisfaction among University Students: An Exploratory Study. Pakistan Journal of Clinical Psychology, 18(2), 65-83.
9 Ashraf, S., Yusuf, S., & Zaman, N. (2019). Paranoid Ideation and Thought Control Strategies among Clinical Population. Pakistan Journal of Clinical Psychology, 18(2), 3-15.
10 Munir, A., Yusuf, S., & Zaman, N. (2019). Effectiveness of Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) in Treating Depressive Symptoms among Asthma Patients. Pakistan Journal of Clinical Psychology, 18 (1), 33-45.
11 Yusuf, S. & Hanif, R. (2017). Depression and Quality of Life among Diabetic Patients. Journal of Pakistan Psychiatry Society. 14 (4), 8 – 11.
12 Yusuf, S. Hanif, R. & Khalily, T. M. (2013). Psychosocial stress and Type-I personality traits among Hepatitis C patients. FWU Journal of Social Sciences, Vol. 7, No. 1, 73-79.
13 Kausar R., Khan N., Rasool F., Yusuf S., & Spielberger C. D. (2012). Translation and Adaptation of State Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI- Y) in Urdu. Journal of Behavioural Sciences. ISSN: 1028 – 9097. Vol. 22, No.3, 132-146.
14 Kausar. R. & Yusuf. S. (2011). State Anxiety and Coping Strategies Used by Patients with Hepatitis C in Relation to Interferon Therapy. Pakistan Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology. Vol. 9, 57-61. ISSN: 1727-4931.
Conferences:
1. Khan, K & Yusuf, S. (2024). Psychological Challenges among individuals Living with HIV/AIDS Positive: Doctors and Patient’s Perspective. Presented in 4th   National Conference on Social Psychiatry. Theme: Stress, anxiety and depression: A Psychosocial perspective Held on 25th May, 2024 in Pearl Continental hotel, Rawalpindi.
2. Yusuf, S. (2024). Psychological Distress and Flourishing Being Among General Public of Rawalpindi and Islamabad: Role of Social Support. International Conference on Mental Health and Addiction. presented in “International conference on Mental Health and addictions” Held on 25-26th April, 2024 in Algoma University, 5110 Creekbank Road, Mississauga, ON, L4W 0A1, Canada
3. Ahmed, A. & Yusuf, S. (2024). Need to Belong, Ostracism and Rejection Sensitivity among University Students. Presented in Two -day International Conference on “Unity in diversity for nation Cohesion held on 29th & 30th April, 2024 in Air university, Islamabad.
4. Khan, S & Yusuf, S. (2024). Pornography Consumption, Self-Compassion and Religiosity Among Youth: Role of Demographic Variables. Presented in Two -day International Conference on “Unity in diversity for nation Cohesion held on 29th & 30th April, 2024 in Air university, Islamabad.
5. Yusuf, S. (2023). Women and Western educational system in the light of Iqbal’s poetry. Presented in 2nd National Conference on Iqbal 2022 held on 27th and 28th December 2023, in Bahria University.
6. Fatima, I & Yusuf, S. (2023). Anxiety, Stress and Psychological Well-Being of Individuals with Thalassemia and Their Caregivers: A Comparative Study. Presented in 2nd International Conference on Applied Psychology: Creating a Better World for Future conducted by Psychology department, Riphah International University Gulberg Green Campus, Islamabad on June 15, 2023.
7. Hussain, A & Yusuf, S. (2023). Equanimity and Flourishing among Adults: Role of Demographic Variables. Presented in 2nd International Conference on Applied Psychology: Creating a Better World for Future conducted by Psychology department, Riphah International University Gulberg Green Campus, Islamabad on June 15, 2023.
8. Noor, S. & Yusuf. S. (2023). Lived Experiences of Psychologists About Diagnosis and Treatment of Functional Neurological Symptoms Disorder: A Phenomenological Study. Presented in International Brain and Biomedicines Conference IBBC-2023, held in GCU Faisalabad on May 18-19, 2023
9. Fayyaz, A & Yusuf, S. Illness Appraisal and Adherence of Individual with Diabetes: Mediating Role of Experiential Avoidance. Presented in International Brain and Biomedicines Conference IBBC-2023, held in GCU Faisalabad on May 18-19, 2023.
10. Fatima, I & Yusuf, S. (2023). Impact of Depression on well-being of Individuals with Thalassemia and Their Caregivers. Presented in 3rd National conference on Social Psychiatry. Theme from anxiety to depression across the mood spectrum. Held on 13th May, 2023 in Pearl Continental hotel, Rawalpindi.
11. Yusuf, S. (2023). Life of Afghan students in Islamabad: A Phenomenological Analysis. Presented in International Conference on “Mental Health of Afghan Migrants: Issues, Challenges, and Solutions for All Stakeholders” organized by National Institute of Psychology, Quaid-i-Azam university, Islamabad, held in Serena Hotel Islamabad on 15th March 2023.
12. Yusuf, S. (2022). Educational System in the light of Iqbal’s poetry: In-depth Analysis of poem “Madrasa”. Presented in 2nd National Conference on Iqbal 2022 held on 26th, 27th and 28th December 2022, in Bahria University.
13. Khan, S. & Yusuf, S. (2022). Pornography Consumption and Self-compassion among youth. Presented in 2nd International Conference on “Collaborative Partnerships in Strengthening Social Sciences: Addressing Indigenous and Global Challenges”. Held on Dec 16, 2022, in Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi.
14. Zahra, M. & Yusuf, S. (2022). Perfectionism, Attitude Towards Research and Plagiarism among University Students: A Correlational Study. Presented in 2nd International Conference on “Collaborative Partnerships in Strengthening Social Sciences: Addressing Indigenous and Global Challenges”. Held on Dec 16, 2022, in Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi.
15. Khan, K., & Yusuf, S. (2022). Doctor’s Perspective on Psychological Issues of Individuals Living with AIDS /HIV Positive: An In-depth analysis. International Conference On Trauma, Resilience, & Growth: Navigating The Road To Psychosocial Rehabilitation. Punjab University Lahore. Held on 24-25 November, 2022.
16. Shafqat, H., & Yusuf, S. (2022). Relationship between Leadership Styles, Organizational Politics and Job Satisfaction among Telecom Employees. Paper presentation in “1st International Conference on Contemporary world: Challenges and transformations” held on 13th October, 2022 in Rawalpindi Women University 6th road satellite town, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
17. Fayyaz, A & Yusuf, S. (2022). Health Literacy, Illness Appraisal and Adherence among women with Diabetes. Paper presented in 2nd International Conference of Psychology “Women’s Mental Health Care”, held on 15th September 2022 in Marriot hotel Islamabad.
18. Shakoor, S. Zaman, I.N., Yusuf, S., Zahra, K & Ahmed, S. Menopausal Symptoms and Body Esteem in relation to the Menopausal Status. Paper presented in 2nd International Conference of Psychology “Women’s Mental Health Care”, held on 15th September 2022 in Marriot hotel Islamabad.
19. Hanif, N & Yusuf, S. (2022). Health-Related Quality of Life and Post Traumatic Growth among Individuals with Breast Cancer: Role of Demographic Variables. Paper presented in 2nd International Conference of Psychology “Women’s Mental Health Care”, held on 15th September 2022 in Marriot hotel Islamabad.
20. Sheikh, Z & Yusuf, S. (2022). Role of Social Dominance in prediction of Rape-Victim and Rape-Perpetrator Empathy: Adults point of view. Paper presented in 2nd International Conference of Psychology “Women’s Mental Health Care”, held on 15th September 2022 in Marriot hotel Islamabad.
21. Sheikh, Z & Yusuf, S. (2022). Social Dominance Orientation, Rape-Victim Empathy and Attitude towards Rape Victims: Adults Perspective. Paper presentation in “9th International Conference on Trauma, Abuse& Violence: Thriving for a world without Torture” held on 23rd July. 2022 in National Institute of Psychology, Quaid-i-Azam university, Islamabad.
22. Sheikh, Z & Yusuf, S. (2022). Attitude Towards Rape Victims and Gender Stereotypes Among Adults. Paper presentation in “9th International Conference on Trauma, Abuse & Violence: Thriving for a world without Torture” held on 23rd July. 2022 in National Institute of Psychology, Quaid-i-Azam university, Islamabad.
23. Mehmood, N & Yusuf, S. (2022).  Clothing proximity and Self-Consciousness among Bloggers and Actors: A Comparative Study. Paper presentation in “An International conference on wellbeing: An Interdisciplinary perspective”, held on 9-10 February 2022- S3H. NUST Islamabad.
24. Rooh-i-Zainab, F & Yusuf, S. (2022). Gratitude and subjective happiness among parents of individuals with Down syndrome: Role of demographics. Paper presentation in “An International conference on wellbeing: An Interdisciplinary perspective”, held on 9-10 February 2022- S3H. NUST Islamabad.
25. Rooh-i-Zainab, F & Yusuf, S. (2021). Social Support and Subjective happiness among parents of individuals with Down syndrome. Paper presentation in 2nd International Conference 2021 Understanding Hidden Disabilities: Creating A Resilient And Inclusive World held on 3rd December 2021, By Foundation University, Islamabad.
26. Yusuf, S. & Khan, N.I. Z (2021). Shikwa and Jawab-I-Shikwa by Iqbal: A New Critical and Self-Remedial Perspective for Muslims. Paper presentation in 2nd International Conference on Iqbal 2020 (ICI 2021) held on 9, 10 & 11 November, 2021 by Bahria University Islamabad.
27. Mehmood, N & Yusuf, S. (2021).  Perfectionism and Self-Consciousness among Media and Non-Media Personnel: A Comparative Study. Paper presentation in international e-Conference on Media and Psychology: Issues and Challenges held on November 25, 2021 by Department of Applied Psychology, School of Professional Psychology, UMT Lahore.
28. Nadeem, H & Yusuf, S. (2021).  Psycho-Social Factors among Females with Substance Use Disorder: A Qualitative Study. 8th International Conference 2021, on Mental Health and Productivity: The Emerging Challenges for Youth. Held on 21st – 22nd October, 2021 by National Institute of Psychology, Quaid-i-Azam University Islamabad.
29.  Rasool, S & Yusuf, S. (2021). Online Vigilance and Affective Well-being among University Students during COVID-19 Days: Role of Demographic Variables. 8th International Conference 2021, on Mental Health and Productivity: The Emerging Challenges for Youth. Held on 21st – 22nd October, 2021 by National Institute of Psychology, Quaid-i-Azam University Islamabad.
30. Munir, Q., Nisar, R., Yusuf. S Ayaz, S., & Khan, N.I. Z., (2021). Need to Belong and Parasocial Relationships among University students: A Correlational Study. Paper presentation in International E-Conference on Health Psychology (ICHP-2021) held on 18-20 March, 2021 by Department of Applied Psychology Bahauddin Zakariya University Multan, Pakistan.
31. Khan, A., Yusuf. S. & Khan, N.I. Z., (2021). Internalized Transphobia, Mental health and Coping Strategies among Transgender. Paper presentations in 4th International e-conference Neglect, Abuse and Trauma: The Living Nightmares held on Thursday, March 18, 2021 by University of Management and Technology, Lahore Pakistan.
32. Yusuf. S. & Khan, N.I. Z., (2020). Mental health in the light of Iqbal’s poetry: A specific emphasis on human’s full potential. 1st International conference on Iqbal organized by Bahria University, Islamabad. Held on 24th and 25th November 2020.
33. Khan, N.I. Z., & Yusuf. S. (2020). COVID-19 and Psychological Distress among Common People of Pakistan: Role of Social Support. In One-Dar E-Conference on COIVD-19: The changing Horizon, organized by Institute of psychology, UMT, Lahore on 20th July, 2020.
34. Khan, N.I. Z., & Yusuf. S. (2020). Days of COVID-19: A Correlational Study of Flourishing being and Social Support among People of Pakistan. In One-Dar E-Conference on COIVD-19: The changing Horizon, organized by Institute of psychology, UMT, Lahore on 20th July, 2020.
35. Nasir, N., Yusuf, S., & Zaman, N, I. (2019). Spirituality and empathy among clinical psychologists: A correlational study. In 3rd International Conference “Empowering Nation through Sciences” Organized by women university of Mardan. 24th-25th April, 2019 – Islamabad, Pakistan.
36. Aziz, H., Yusuf, S., & Zaman, N, I. (2019). Impact of Emotional Intelligence on Job Satisfaction among Teachers of Special Education. 1st National Conference of Psychology for Sustainable Community: Challenges and Trends March 19-20, 2019 (NCPSS 2019), in Sargodha University.
37. Ashraf, S., Yusuf, S., Amjad, A., & Zaman, N, I. (2019). Paranoid Ideation among Individuals with Major Depressive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: A Comparative Study. 1st National Conference of Psychology for Sustainable Community: Challenges and Trends March 19-20, 2019 (NCPSS 2019), in Sargodha University.
38. Mukhtar, M. Yusuf, S., & Zaman, N, I. (2019). Forgiveness and Mental Well-Being of Private and Government School Teachers: A Comparative Study. 1st National Conference of Psychology for Sustainable Community: Challenges and Trends March 19-20, 2019 (NCPSS 2019), in Sargodha University.
39. Munir, A. Yusuf, S. & Masroor, U. (2019). Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) in reducing anxiety among Asthma patients. 2nd International Conference: Preventative Strategies in Clinical Psychology held in March 13-14, 2019, UMT, Lahore.
40. Hanif, N., Yusuf, S. & Masroor, U. (2019). Relationship Between Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Health Related Quality of Life Among Breast Cancer Patients. Arranged by Institute of Applied Psychology. International Conference on Applied Psychology: Practices and Interventions (ICAP-2019) on February 6-8, 2019.
41. Batool, S., Yusuf, S. & Masroor, U. (2019). Loneliness and coping strategies among transgenders. Arranged by Institute of Applied Psychology. International Conference on Applied Psychology: Practices and Interventions (ICAP-2019) on February 6-8, 2019.
42. Kalsoom, S. Yusuf, S., Amjad, M., & Masroor, U. (2018). Impact of Family Counselling on Elderly Depressed Patients. 3 Day International Conference on Gender, Religion and Culture in Psychology: Issues, Challenges and Prospects. Held 17th – 19th December, 2018, in Department of Psychology GC University, Lahore.
43. Fatima, M., Yusuf, S., Amjad, M., & Masroor, U. (2018). Depression, stress and anxiety among infertile couples. 4thinternational multidisciplinary research conference: Global prosperity through research & development held on October 9th – 11th 2018 in Peshawar Pakistan.
44. Munir, A., Yusuf, S., & Masroor, U. (2018). Effectiveness of Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) in Reducing Depressive Symptoms among Asthma Patients. Oral presentation in 2nd AIOU National Graduate Conference, at AIOU, On 28-29August, 2018.
45. Afzal, A., Yusuf, S., & Masroor, U. (2018). Depression, Anxiety and Depression among Working Couples. Oral presentation in 2nd AIOU National Graduate Conference, at AIOU, On 28-29August, 2018.
46. Nadeem, A., Yusuf, S., & Masroor, U. (2018). Relationship between Somatic Symptoms and Marital Satisfaction among Type 2 Diabetic Patients. Oral presentation in 2nd AIOU National Graduate Conference, at AIOU, on 28-29th August, 2018.
47. Bano, S., Yusuf, S., & Masroor, U. (2018). Learning Disabilities and Academic Performance among High School Students: A Correlational Study. Oral presentation in National Conference of Psychology (COP 2018) “Impact of Global Challenges on Mental Well-Being” 6th -7th July 2018, Lahore. Pakistan.
48. Afzal, A., Yusuf, S., & Zaman, N, I. (2018). Impact of Emotional Intelligence on Marital Satisfaction of Working Couples. Oral presentation in National Conference of Psychology (COP 2018) “Impact of Global Challenges on Mental Well-Being” 6th -7th July 2018, Lahore. Pakistan.
49. Ullah, H., Yusuf, S., Amjad, A., & Masroor, U. (2018). Relationship between Alexithymia and Psychological Distress among University Students. Oral Presentation in 1st National Conference on Social Psychiatry by Pakistan Association of Social Psychiatry at Pearl Continental Hotel, Bhurban (Murree Hills), Pakistan on March 29th to 1st April 2018.
50. Yusuf, S & Hanif, R. (2017). Relationship between depression and psychological well-being among cardiac patients: a comparative study. Oral Presentation in 1st International Conference on Emerging Trends in Psychology Preparing for 21st century, at Foundation University, Rawalpindi on 18 – 19 December, 2017.
51. Yusuf, S & Hanif, R. (2017). Does Depression Affect Psychological Well-Being of Diabetic Individuals: A Comparative Study? Oral Presentation at Three-Day International Conference on Health Psychology: Issues & Challenges. GC University Lahore on 26th – 28th April, 2017.
52. Yusuf, S & Hanif, R. (2017). Impact of Depression on Psychological Well-being of Blood Cancer Patients. Oral Presentation at 1st International Conference on Clinical Psychology and the Developing World: Issues, Challenges and Solutions. University of Management and Technology, Institute of Clinical Psychology, Lahore on 9-10 March 2017.
53. Yusuf, S & Hanif, R. (2016). Exploration of Psychological Issues among Male and Female Chronically Ill Patients: A Multi-Informant Perspective. Oral Presentation at 6th International Conference 2016, Theme: Psychology of gender in perspective: Issues and Challenges.  National Institute of Psychology, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad on 1st and 2nd December, 2016.
54. Yusuf, S & Hanif, R. (2016). Depression and Quality of Life among Diabetic Patients. Oral Presentation at 8th National Symposium on Depression 2016, Theme: Depression, Anxiety and Stress at Pearl Continental Hotel Islamabad on 20th August, 2016.
55. Khansa, & Yusuf, S. (2015). Relationship between Personal Belief in Just World and Social Interaction Anxiety among Primary and Secondary Victims of Terrorism in Pakistan. 2nd International Conference on Mental Health: Contributions of early Muslim Scholars to Psychology and its Relevance to Modern psychology. International Islamic University. Malaysia.
56. Yusuf, S., & Hanif, R. (2012).  “Perception of stigmatization among Hepatitis C patients” in 13th National Psychology Conference, held on Feb 10 – 11, 2012. Islamabad which was organized by Pakistan Psychological Association.
57. Kausar, R., & Yusuf, S. (2007). State Anxiety and Coping Strategies of Hepatitis C Patients in relation to Interferon Therapy. Annual Conference of International Medical Sciences Academy, Manipal, India, November 2-4, 2007.
58. Kausar, R., & Yusuf, S. (2008). Patients’ Coping with Hepatitis C. International Conference of World Psychiatric Association, held in Lahore, Pakistan, 27-29 March 2008.