Dr. Sadaf Hafeez Chohan
Designation
Head Psychology Program, Associate Professor
Department
- Faculty of Management Science, Department of Social Sciences and Humanities
Specialization
Clinical Psychology
Qualifications
PhD, PMDC, DCT, MSc / Consultant Clinical Psychologist, Certified Hypnotherapist (NGH, USA), NLP Practitioner
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Biography
Dr. Sadaf Hafeez Chohan is an accomplished academic and clinical professional currently serving as an Associate Professor and Head Psychology Program at Salim Habib University. With over 15 years of experience in academia and clinical practice, she has established herself as a distinguished expert in the field of psychology. Previously, Dr. Chohan held the position of Assistant Professor, Consultant Clinical Psychologist, and Hypnotherapist at Ziauddin University, where she contributed significantly for over three and a half years. She earned her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the Institute of Clinical Psychology, University of Karachi, and holds the prestigious title of PMDCP (Post-Magisterial Diploma in Clinical Psychology). Additionally, she has enhanced her expertise with a Diploma in Complementary Therapies (DCT) and certification as a Hypnotherapist from the National Guild of Hypnotists, USA. Dr. Chohan has an extensive background in clinical consultancy, having collaborated with several renowned organizations over the past fifteen years. Her academic contributions are equally noteworthy, having served as a faculty member at various Higher Education Commission (HEC)-recognized institutions, where she has inspired and mentored countless students. A prolific researcher, Dr. Chohan has authored several publications in both national and international peer-reviewed journals, reflecting her strong foundation in research and commitment to advancing the field of psychology. Her areas of expertise include the diagnosis, assessment and treatment of emotional and behavioral disorders in children and adults. Known for her intellectual rigor, critical thinking, and exceptional communication skills, Dr. Sadaf Hafeez Chohan continues to make significant contributions to academia, clinical practice, and research, solidifying her reputation as a leader in the field of psychology.
Courses Taught
Introduction to Psychology, Teaching History and School of Psychology, Personality Theories, Principle of Counseling and Psychotherapy, Educational psychology, Mental health and Psychopathology, Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychological intervention-I, Psychological intervention-II, Clinical Decision making, and Differential Diagnosis, Research Project
Achievements
Research Interest
Adolescents, Emotional Intelligence, Parental Acceptance and Rejection, Mindfulness, Psychological well Being, Life Satisfaction
Selected Publications
Self-Silence and Life Satisfaction among Females with Teenage Marriages: Is Rejection Sensitivity Mediate?
The present study aims to examine the relationship between self-silence and life satisfaction among females with teenage marriages. A correlational study was designed, and 127 young women with teenage marriages were selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected from three main cities in Pakistan: Karachi, Lahore, and Faisalabad. Three different scales were used: The Silencing the Self Scale, Rejection Sensitivity Questionnaire, and Riverside Life Satisfaction Scale. The collected data were analyzed using SPSS-28. The correlation results indicated a negative correlation between self-silence and life satisfaction among females with teenage marriages. Furthermore, the study found that self-silence has a significant effect on rejection sensitivity and life satisfaction. Utilizing the Process Macro by Hayes, mediation analysis was conducted, revealing that rejection sensitivity significantly serves as a mediator between self-silence and life satisfaction among females with teenage marriages. In conclusion, this research suggests that when young women get married as teenagers and choose to keep quiet about their thoughts and feelings (self-silence), it is associated with heightened sensitivity to rejection and, consequently, lower life satisfaction.
Translation And Validation Of Adult Hope Scale Among Pakistani University Students”
The present research aims to translate the English version of the Adult Hope Scale into Urdu language. The cross-sectional research design with descriptive research method was used in this research. A sample of 200 participants was selected for the present study for determining the validation of the Adult Hope Scale, 98 (male) and 102 (female) university students from four universities in Faisalabad. The data were collected through simple random sampling. The Adult Hope Scale (Snyder et al., 1991) was used to calculate dispositional hope. The data were analyzed through SPSS (24. Version) and Amos (25 Version). The results of confirmatory factor analysis established the factorial validity of the single-factor model and two-factor model of the Adult Hope Scale. Factor loading and model fit indices confirmed two-factor model (pathway and agency) is better validated than a single-factor model. The Adult Hope Scale Urdu Version revealed the acceptable values of Cronbach’s alpha (overall hope = .86, pathways = .87, and agency = .86) for reliability in the existing research that shows good enough reliability The results of correlation found a significant positive correlation between English version and Urdu version of Adult Hope Scale. Test-retest reliability is also evaluated within one week of the gap it prevailed as a strong positive correlation (r = .91) that is significant. The results showed gender significant differences, while the mean score of hope, pathways, and agency are significantly higher in male university students than female university students. This research confirmed Urdu version of the Adult Hope Scale is reliable and valid for university students to measure hope. Keywords: Adult Hope Scale, Translation, Validation, Pakistani University Students
The Psychosocial Impact of Military Deployment on Families: A Clinical Overview
The research focus of this study is to explore the effects of military deployment on the families of the military services. The research will explore manifestations of the impact of current and past deployment in the social-emotional and behavioral functioning of maintaining family members including spouses and children, as well as extended family members in military families. Thus, the proposed multiple-methods approach to the research will allow offering a broad view of clinical realities that will help in designing appropriate interventions and support systems to prevent the adverse effects of the studied factors on family well-being and increase family resources. This study will benefit the military family research domain by offering a clinical understanding of the army deployment and its consequent effects. These are important to mental health professions, policymakers, and organizations that support the military families in order to improve their quality of life.
