Activities

PSYCHOLOGICAL TESTING-

 Psychological testing with various apparatus, tests, and inventories is done in our department. It helps the students to better adjust and understand their own selves.

OPEN DISCUSSIONS

Open discussions on burning topics like child labor, drug abuse, psychosomatic problems, gender bias, female foeticide, yoga, depression, etc. 

STUDENTS COUNSELING

This encourages the students to lead their lives happily and teaches them various coping strategies to deal with stress, conflicts, and problems in interpersonal relations.

QUIZ

To make the studies more effective and classroom quizzes on various topics from the syllabi of students are conducted from time to time.

POWERPOINT PRESENTATIONS

To develop analytical, conceptual, and practical-oriented skills, students are encouraged to give presentations on several psycho-social issues like drug abuse, mental disorders, eating disorders, etc.

GUEST LECTURE ON GERIATRIC AND PALLIATIVE CARE 

Department of Psychology organized a guest lecture on geriatric and palliative care. DR . RUCHI SINGH GAUR ( President of ROTARY  CLUB of Jalandhar Helping Hands) was a keynote speaker and share her views on the above-mentioned topic. She told students about the meanings of geriatric and palliative care. and also how we can give care to older people and people with serious illnesses. In this lecture NAVTEJ SINGH LUTHRA (Secretary of the rotary club) also shared his views. Students of various streams attended this lecture.

WORKSHOP ON PSYCHOLOGICAL TESTING

The Department of Psychology of PCM SD College for Women organized a two-hour workshop on 'Psychological testing' on 2/3/2023. The workshop consisted of the application of various testing techniques on students of different streams of the college to evaluate their personality type, IQ level, vocational interests, etc. This testing was done by Asst. Prof. Deepika Gupta and the students of psychology. 73 students along with the teachers participated in the workshop, were intrigued and pleased with their results, and enjoyed the overall experience. Members of the managing committee and principal Dr. Pooja Prashar appreciated the efforts of the Psychology Department in organizing such activities for the development of the students.

ONE-HOUR MEDITATION SESSION

The Department of Psychology in collaboration with the Department of Physical Education of PCM SD College organized a one-hour meditation session on 10/03/2023. Ms. Manpreet, Asst. Prof. of the Physical Education Department gave instructions and Mrs. Deepika Gupta, Asst. Prof. of the Psychology Department explained the benefits of meditation on overall physical and mental health. 43 students participated in the various asanas and enjoyed the laughter therapy in the end. Members of the managing committee and principal Dr. Pooja Prashar appreciated the efforts of both departments in organizing such activity for the development of the students.

NATIONAL WEBINAR ON STRESS MANAGEMENT

The Department of Psychology of PCM SD College organized a webinar with the subject matter "Stress Management: An Overview". Asst. Prof. Deepika Gupta initiated the deep discussion with the Keynote speaker Dr. Indu Bala, Asst. Prof. at BPSMV, Kanpur Kalan, Sonepat. Various causes, symptoms, and remedies of stress were discussed. A total of 35 students along with faculty members participated in the webinar. As stress has become a deep-rooted part of our lifestyle regardless of the age or profession of people, the attendees found themselves able to easily relate to the material provided. With the encouraging reviews given by all, this webinar was concluded to be fruitful. Members of the managing committee and principal Dr. Pooja Prashar appreciated the efforts of the Psychology Department and the keynote speaker in organizing such activities for the development of the students.

Lecture On Youth Mental Health In Changing Scenario

A Lecture was organized on “Youth Mental Health in Changing Global Scenario” to celebrate World Mental Health Day on 10th October 2023. The objective of this session was to educate students about maintaining good mental health in today's time. Mrs. Ramanjit Talwar Discussed the symptoms, causes, and prevention of mental disorders. The session ended with a question-answer session. The session was very informative.

POSTER MAKING COMPETITION

A poster making competition on the topic 'Importance of Life Skills' was organized on 26^th October 2023 by the Department of Psychology at PCM S.D. College for Women, Jalandhar. The objective of this competition was to develop mental well-being, problem solving and decision making abilities of the girl students as they face many problems in life. The students participated in this competition with great enthusiasm and made beautiful posters.

                                    

COUNSELING SESSION

5 DAYS FACULTY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM FOR NON TEACHING STAFF

Five-day FDP was organised by PCM S.D. College for Women for Non-teaching Staff from December 18 to December 22, 2023, with the theme of achieving Physical and Mental Wellness. 

The first day of FDP (18 December, 2023) covered the topic of Stress management. Mrs. Ramanjit Talwar addressed the participants. She discussed various causes of Stress and described techniques to live a stress-free life. Stress hampered the proficiency of an individual to perform well in professional as well as in personal life. Effective stress management helps to reduce the harms of stress. An individual can be happier, healthier, and more productive by practicing stress management techniques. The ultimate goal of the session was to promote a balanced life, with time for work, relationships, and relaxation.

Workshop on Relaxation Techniques 

Department of Psychology of PCM S.D. College For women organized a workshop on the topic of Relaxation Techniques on 17^th Feb, 2024. Resource person of the session was Mrs.Ramanjit Talwar. The aim of the workshop was to teach the students about relaxation techniques and their importance in daily life for a healthy and peaceful life. 30 students participated in workshop from different streams of the college. Students found the workshop very motivational.

 WORKSHOP ON ASSESSMENT OF COGNITVE PROCESSES 

Department of Psychology of PCM S.D. College, organised a workshop on the topic “Assessment of Cognitive Processes” on 27^th March, 2024. The aim of the workshop was to assess various aspect of cognitive functioning of the brain. Cognitive processes like Intelligence, Personality, problem solving abilities, learning, memory etc. were analyzed by the department. Students participated in workshop from different stream of the college. Students found the workshop very aspiring and interesting.

DIFFERENT PEDAGOGICAL SKILLS

1. Expediationary Learning

2. Learning through Problem Solving

3. Peer Teaching

4. Individualized Learning

5. Technology Based Learning

6. Game-Based Learning

7. Kinesthetic Learning 

LECTURE ON 'TAMING THE EXAM DRAGONS'

A Lecture was organised by Adolescent and Psychiatry Cell in collaboration with department of Psychology in PCM S.D. College for Women. Topic of the lecture was 'Taming the Exam Dragons'. Lecture was delivered by Resource Person - Dr. Inderpreet Sandhu, Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, Punjabi University, Patiala on 11^th April 2024. The lecture was about ways to handle examination stress. Dr Inderpreet Sandhu highlighted various aspects related to students’ life which increase stress level before examination and described unique methods to make the best preparation of exams to get success in life.