Dean & Director / Principal Professional Psychology
Category: Faculty February 12, 2020
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Name Prof. Dr. Zainab Hussain Bhutto
Email Director.ipp@bahria.edu.pk zainabbhutto.ipp@bahria.edu.pk
Phone +92-21-99240013-14
Research Area Clinical Psychology
Supervisory Status HEC Approved Supervisor
SUMMARY
AFFILIATION
Designation Professor
Department Professional Psychology
University Bahria University Karachi Campus
QUALIFICATION
DEGREE PASSING YEAR MAJORS UNIVERSITY
Ph. D. 2005 Clinical Psychology Institute of Clinical Psychology, University of Karachi
Post Magistral Diploma 1999 Clinical Psychology Institute of Clinical Psychology, University of Karachi
MA 1998 Clinical Psychology University of Karachi
EXPERIENCE
DESIGNATION FROM TO UNIVERSITY/ORGANIZATION
Dean 09th July 2020 till date Institute of Professional Psychology,      Bahria University, Karachi Campus
Director/ Principal 06th March 2020 till date Institute of Professional Psychology,      Bahria University, Karachi Campus
Head of Department 16th October 2017 05th March, 2020 Institute of Professional Psychology,      Bahria University, Karachi Campus
Professor 1st July 2020 till date Institute of Professional Psychology,      Bahria University, Karachi Campus
Senior Associate Professor July 2017 30th June, 2020 Institute of Professional Psychology,      Bahria University, Karachi Campus
Associate Professor July 2015 June 2017 Institute of Professional Psychology,      Bahria University, Karachi Campus
Senior Assistant Professor July 2014 June 2015 Institute of Professional Psychology,      Bahria University, Karachi Campus
Assistant Professor Nov 2008 June 2014 Institute of Professional Psychology,      Bahria University, Karachi Campus
Visiting Faculty Feb 2008 Oct 2008 Institute of Professional Psychology,     Bahria University, Karachi Campus
Assistant Professor Dec 2006 Jan, 2008 Mohammad Ali Jinnah University, Karachi
Visiting Faculty June 2006 Dec 2006 Institute of Clinical Psychology- University of Karachi, Karachi
Psychologist June 2003 March 2005 Liaquat National Hospital, Karachi
SUMMARY OF RESEARCH PUBLICATIONS
1.       Zainab Hussain Bhutto, Zainab F. Zadeh, Anum Shahab, & David L. Rowland. (2020).

Attribution patterns related to positive and negative sexual experiences in married Pakistani women with differing levels of orgasmic difficulty. Women & Health. doi: http://doi.org/10.1080/03630242.2020.1824955

2.       Rimsha Tanveer Malik, Zainab Hussain Bhutto, & Zainab F Zadeh. (2020).

Efficacy of schema therapy for the treatment of borderline personality features. Bahria Journal of Professional Psychology, 19(2), 88-98.

3.       Zohra Batool, Khizra Jamil & Zainab Hussain Bhutto. (2019).

Difference of creative styles between shy and non-shy adolescents. Bahria Journal of Professional Psychology, 18(2), 119-135.

4.       Erum Kausar & Zainab Hussain Bhutto. (2018).

Treatment of depression in cardiac patients through integration of spirituality and cognitive behavior therapy. Bahria Journal of Professional Psychology, 17(2), 91-105.

5.       Nimrah Ahmed & Zainab Hussain Bhutto. (2016).

Relationship between parenting styles and self-compassion in young adults. Pakistan Journal of Psychological Research, 31(2), 441-451.

6.       Rimsha Tanveer Malik, Anum Ayaz & Zainab Hussain Bhutto. (2016).

Interrelation of perception of old age and respect toward old people among young adults. Bahria Journal of Professional Psychology, 15(2), 95-112.

7.       Samia Farrukh, Zainab F Zadeh & Zainab Hussain Bhutto. (2014).

Effectiveness of cognitive behavioral couple therapy in Pakistani’s couples with marital dissatisfaction. Pakistan Journal of Psychology, 45(2), 37-58.

8.       Samia Omer Zuberi, Zainab F Zadeh & Zainab Hussain Bhutto. (2014).

Reduction in dysfunctional thought processes using cognitive behavioral interventions among Pakistani couples with marital dissatisfaction. Bahria Journal of Professional Psychology, 13(2), 85-97.

9.       Zainab Hussain Bhutto & Erum Kausar. (2014).

Work as a life stressor and social resource between middle aged working married men and women in Karachi. Bahria Journal of Professional Psychology, 13(1), 50-61.

10.   Zainab Hussain Bhutto, Naima Fatima Shariff & Asma Zakaria. (2013).

Child marriage as a determinant of depression in women. Journal of Behavioral Sciences, 23(1), 93-101.

11.   Zainab Hussain Bhutto & Sousan Siddiqui. (2013).

Application of positive reinforcement for improving mealtime eating of a child in home setting: A case study. Journal of Behavioral Sciences, 23(1), 26-38.

12.   Zainab Hussain Bhutto & Madiha Saba Qazi Ali. (2013).

Nail biting behavior and its treatment through applied behavior analysis: A case study. Pakistan Journal of Clinical Psychology, 12(1), 43-55.

13.   Zainab Hussain Bhutto & Hina Hassan. (2012).

Empathy because of pet ownership. Bahria Journal of Professional Psychology, 11(2), 27-38.

14.   Zainab Hussain Bhutto & Sadia Imtiaz. (2012).

Differences of coping responses between genders. Pakistan Journal of Clinical Psychology, 11(1), 29-41.

15.   Zainab Hussain Bhutto, Nirmal Niazi & Falak Zehra Mohsin. (2011).

Procrastination and impulsiveness. Bahria Journal of Professional Psychology, 10, 03-16.

16.   Khalida Shafi & Zainab Hussain Bhutto. (2006).

Perception of parenting styles and vulnerability to depression in adulthood. Bahria Journal of Professional Psychology, July; 19-38.

17. Khalida Shafi & Zainab Hussain Bhutto. (2006).

Maladaptive parental styles and vulnerability to anxiety in adulthood. Pakistan Journal of Psychology, June; 37, 63-74.

 

PAPERS PUBLISHED IN REFEREED CONFERENCE PROCEEDINGS.

 

1. Zainab Hussain Bhutto & Naima Fatima Shariff. (2014). Applied behavior analysis in home setting: Single case study of a girl with off-task behavior while studying. Presented at the ICAPP 2012 conference in the Department of Applied Psychology, University of the Punjab, Lahore.

 

Conference Presentations

1)           Treating obsessive compulsive disorder using cognitive behavioral therapy: A case study (poster presented at the 10th International Conference on Prospect of Low Intensity CBT in Global Mental Health, Lahore, 6-7 March, 2020; Won 2nd Prize). Organized by Pakistan Association of Cognitive Therapists (PACT), Pakistan.

2)           Treating emotional dependence using cognitive behavioral therapy and transactional analysis: A case study (poster presented at the 10th International Conference on Prospect of Low Intensity CBT in Global Mental Health, Lahore, 6-7 March, 2020). Organized by Pakistan Association of Cognitive Therapists (PACT), Pakistan.

3)           Comparison of stress level and coping strategies between special school teachers and regular school teachers (presented at the Asia Pacific Conference on Educational Management and Leadership-APCEMaL 2019, Malaysia, 22-23 November, 2019; Won Best Paper Award). Organized by Faculty of Management and Economics University Pendelikon Sultan Idris Tanjong Malim, Perak, Malaysia in collaboration with Bahria University, Pakistan.

4)           Emotional intelligence, resilience and university adjustment of students: gender based comparative study (presented at the International Conference on the Role of Social Scientists in 21st Century-ICRSS21C 2019, Karachi, 14 November, 2019). Organized by Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, University of Karachi, Pakistan.

5)           Relationship among family communication, family functioning, family satisfaction and psychological wellbeing of adolescents (presented at the 7th International Conference on Endorsing Health Science Research, 20 April, 2019). Organized by Dow University of Health Sciences, Ojha Campus, Karachi, Pakistan.

6)           Effectiveness of cognitive behavioral therapy and clinical relational frame theory for the treatment of depressive symptoms in adults (presented at the 7th International Conference on Endorsing Health Science Research, 20 April, 2019). Organized by Dow University of Health Sciences, Ojha Campus, Karachi, Pakistan.

7)           Investigating the effectiveness of clinical relational frame theory on the treatment of depressive symptoms in adults (presented at the International Conference on Recent Trends & Intervention in Clinical Psychology, 20-22 March, 2019). Organized by the Centre for Clinical Psychology, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan.

8)           Effectiveness of trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy for reducing depressive symptoms in young female students (presented at the International Conference on Recent Trends & Intervention in Clinical Psychology, 20-22 March, 2019). Organized by the Centre for Clinical Psychology, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan.

9)           Differences of coping strategies of convicted and unconvict female prisoners (presented at the International Conference on Recent Trends & Intervention in Clinical Psychology, 20-22 March, 2019). Organized by the Centre for Clinical Psychology, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan.

10)       Spiritual instability and forgiveness: Mediating effects of self-regulation and differentiation of self (presented at 3rd Asian Conference on Science, Technology & Medicine, Dubai, 12-14 February, 2019). Organized by Asian Council of Science Editors (ACSE), Dubai.

11)       Gratitude and forgiveness as predictors of subjective wellbeing among young adults (presented at the 7th International Conference on Positive Psychology: Developing a Flourishing Community, 29-30 November, 2018). Organized by the National Institute of Psychology, Quaid e Azam University, Islamabad, Pakistan.

12)       Application of psychodynamic interventions and play therapy techniques for treatment of behavioral issues: A case study (presented at the National Conference of Psychology: Impact of Global Challenges on Mental Well-Being, 06-07 July, 2018). Organized as a joint venture by Riphah Institute of Clinical and Professional Psychology (RICPP), Riphah International University, Lahore, Institute of Professional Psychology, Bahria University, Karachi, Centre for Clinical Psychology, University of the Punjab, Lahore, and Pakistan Association of Clinical Psychologists (PACP), Pakistan.

13)       Effectiveness of integration of spirituality and cognitive behavioral therapy: A case study of depression in cardiac patient (presented at the National Conference of Psychology: Impact of Global Challenges on Mental Well-Being, 06-07 July, 2018). Organized as a joint venture by Riphah Institute of Clinical and Professional Psychology (RICPP), Riphah International University, Lahore, Institute of Professional Psychology, Bahria University, Karachi, Centre for Clinical Psychology, University of the Punjab, Lahore, and Pakistan Association of Clinical Psychologists (PACP), Pakistan.

14)       Emotional intelligence and resilience: A gender based comparative study (presented at the 1st International Psychosocial & Psychiatric Rehabilitation Conference: Cultural Perspectives & Innovation in Psychiatric Rehabilitation, 29-30 June, 2018). Organized by Karwan-E – Hayat: Institute for Mental Health Care, Karachi, Pakistan.

15)       Integration of spirituality and CBT for the treatment of depression in patients with cardiac illness (presented at the 8th International CBT Conference on The Impact of Cultural Adaptation in CBT, 02-03 February, 2018). Organized by Pakistan Association of Cognitive Therapist (PACT), Pakistan.

16)       A comparison between coping strategies of bullied and non-bullied adolescents (presented at the 3-day International Conference on Health Psychology: Issues and Challenges, 26-28 April, 2017). Organized by Department of Psychology, GC University, Lahore, Pakistan.

17)       Difference of creative styles between shy and non-shy adolescents (presented at the 3-day International Conference on Health Psychology: Issues and Challenges, 26-28 April, 2017). Organized by Department of Psychology, GC University, Lahore, Pakistan.

18)       Effects of marital satisfaction on parenting styles (poster presentation at the 3-day International Conference on Health Psychology: Issues and Challenges, 26-28 April, 2017). Organized by Department of Psychology, GC University, Lahore, Pakistan.

19)       Sexual harassment of working women at managerial and menial positions (poster presentation at the 3-day International Conference on Health Psychology: Issues and Challenges 2017 26-28 April, 2017). Organized by Department of Psychology, GC University, Lahore, Pakistan.

20)       Relationship between self-acceptance and purpose in life among female acid attack survivors (presented at the 6th International Conference on Psychology of Gender in Perspective: Issues and Challenges, 1-2 December, 2016). Organized by National Institute of Psychology-Quaid-e-Azam University Islamabad, Pakistan.

21)       The Impact of Marital Status at the Time of Attack on the Psychological Wellbeing of Female Acid Attack Survivors (poster presentation at the 6th International Conference on Psychology of Gender in Perspective: Issues and Challenges, 1-2 December, 2016). Organized by National Institute of Psychology-Quaid-e-Azam University Islamabad, Pakistan.

22)       Religious coping strategies and psychological wellbeing of Muslim young adults (presented at the 2nd International Conference on Psychology and Mental Health, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 5-6 May, 2015). Organized by the Chair of Ibni Khaldun Kulliyyah of IRKHS, Department of Psychology International Islamic University Islamabad, International Institute of Islamic Thought and International Association of Muslim Psychologists.

23)       Development of consensus and cohesion among Pakistani couples with disturbed marital relationships through the use of cognitive behavioral interventions (presented at the 2nd International conference on Psychology and Mental Health, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 5-6 May, 2015). Organized by the Chair of Ibni Khaldun Kulliyyah of IRKHS, Department of Psychology International Islamic University Islamabad, International Institute of Islamic thought and International Association of Muslim Psychologists.

24)       24. Spiritual instability and forgiveness in Muslim young adults (presented at the National Conference on Changing Trends in Clinical Psychology, 4 June, 2015, Karachi, Pakistan). Organized by the Institute of Professional Psychology and Pakistan Association of Clinical Psychologists (PACP), Pakistan.

OTHER RESEARCH OR CREATIVE ACCOMPLISHMENTS
•  Best Faculty Researcher Award 2019•  Best Faculty Researcher Award 2016

•  Outstanding Annual Efficiency Report 2015

UNIVERSITY AND PUBLIC SERVICE ACTIVITIES:
•  Teaching•  Associate Editor, Bahria Journal of Professional Psychology (BJPP)

•  Consulting Editor and Reviewer, Pakistan Journal of Professional Psychology: Research and Practice (PJPPRP)

RESEARCH GRANTS AND CONTRACTS:
1. 2005

(Completed)

Norming of the colored progressive matrices on school children in Karachi Higher Education Commission Research Project 1,50,000
MEMBERSHIPS:
•  General Secretary-Pakistan Association of Clinical Psychologists (PACP)•  Pakistan Psychological Association (PPA)-Life Time Member

•  Member Canadian Association for Play Therapy (CAPT)

POST GRADUATE STUDENTS SUPERVISION
1 2015 Effectiveness of cognitive behavior interventions among Pakistani couples with marital dissatisfaction PhD (Co- Supervisor) Saima Omer Zuberi
2 2020 Impact of an identity crisis on psychological distress: Moderating role of coping strategies MS Minahil Batool
3 2020 Predicting role of emotional intelligence and psychological wellbeing on extremism in young adults MPhil Farhana Masood Baig
4 2020 The efficacy of CBT and self-care on diabetes distress and quality of life among individuals with diabetes type 2 MS Mahum Azhaar
5 2020 Effects of internet addiction on academic procrastination and psychological wellbeing in undergraduates MPhil Aneela Noureen
6 2019 Impact of parental relationship on self-concept and body image in daughters MPhil Syeda Batool Najam
7 2019 Relationship between identity orientation and emotional regulation in young adults MS Sarah Shaikh
8 2019 Effectiveness of cognitive-behavioral treatment of depressive symptoms in bullied adolescents MPhil Zulekha Patel
9 2019 Relationship among maternal emotional intelligence, emotion coaching and children’s emotion regulation MPhil Shabnam Arshi
10 2019 Family communication as a predictor of family functioning, family satisfaction and psychological wellbeing of adolescents MS Hina Saleem Khan
11 2019 Coping strategies as a predictor of psychological well-being of convicted and convicted female prisoners MS Saba Akram Qazi
12 2019 Comparing the effectiveness of cognitive behavioral therapy and clinical relational frame theory for the treatment of depressive symptoms in adults MS Nayab Zafar Dehraj
13 2018 Differences in the level of stress and burnout among job employees, business owners and entrepreneurs MPhil Ayesha Zahid
14 2018 Emotional intelligence and resilience as predictors of university adjustment of students MPhil Uzma Jillani
15 2018 Effectiveness of “you can do it! Education program” of emotional resilience on resilience and coping strategies of children with emotional and behavioral problems MPhil Rabbiya Abdul Rehman
16 2018 Effectiveness of trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy on young females with depressive symptoms MS Sadaf Noureen
17 2018 Effectiveness of coping cat program in children with anxiety symptoms MS Syeda Anam Fatimah
18 2017 Evaluation and comparison of stress, burnout and coping strategies between special needs schoolteachers and regular teachers MS Amna Nur
19 2016 Relationship between emotional intelligence, problem solving and academic procrastination MPhil Meher Huda
20 2016 Self-esteem and stress as correlates of extremism amongst young adults MPhil Wakqas Khalid Ally
21 2016 Gratitude and forgiveness as predictors of subjective wellbeing among young adults MPhil Hudaa Hermaen
22 2016 Effectiveness of client centered play therapy on old age home residents with symptoms of depression MS Alizeh Imam
23 2016 Vulnerability to psychological symptoms among adolescent boarders and non-boarders MS Annum Akram
24 2016 Compassion fatigue and compassion satisfaction among nurses MS Mahnoor Shaikh
25 2016 Efficacy of applied behavior analysis technique DRL for reducing hitting behavior among aggressive children MS Iqra Naz
26 2015 Spiritual instability and forgiveness in Muslim young adults: Mediating effects of differentiation of self and self-regulation MPhil Ambreen Ashraf
27 2015 Depression and psychological wellbeing among female acid attack survivors MPhil Hina Hameed
28 2013 Relationship between religious coping strategies and psychological wellbeing in Muslim young adults MPhil Nirmal Niazi
29 2013 Role of birth order and gender in the coping responses in early adulthood MPhil Sadia Imtiaz
30 2012 Life stressors and social resources of middle aged working married men and women in Karachi MPhil Erum Kausar
UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS SUPERVISION
31 2020 Prevalence and gender differences of emotional and behavioral problems among children with down syndrome BS Alyza Alkarim,

Ayesha Iqbal,

Oruba Motiwala,

and

Ruhaba Shahzad

32 2018 Personality traits as a determinant of facebook usage BS Sania Ahmad, Sana Mansoor, Saman Aminullah and Warda Nadeem
33 2018 Relationship between parental attachment in early life and perceived social support in adults BS Arisha Amin, Areesha Shamim, Fizza Arshed, Kirean Javaid and Lubaba Afzal
34 2017 Relationship between work-life balance and life satisfaction BS Fizza Nasir, Maaz Saleem, Mahira Rehmatullah, Mohammad Basit and Sami Un Nisa
35 2017 Relationship between emotional intelligence and aggression BS Omama Rauf, Halima Mobin, Saira Mushtaq, Samra Kizilbash, Summaiya Yasin and Suleman Butt
36 2017 Relationship between psychological contract breach and the level of jab satisfaction among employees BS Muhammad Shahzaib, Syed Bilal, Marvi Channah and Zulekha Patel
37 2016 Coping strategies and psychological wellbeing among employees under probation BS Azka Imran, Farhan Amin, Fahad Hameed Bhatti and Shahroze Suzuki
38 2016 A comparison between coping strategies of bullied and non-bullied adolescents BS Hina Saleem Khan
39 2016 Effects of marital satisfaction on parenting styles BS Ayesha Tabassum Shaikh, Lamia Najam and Maha Mohsin
40 2015 Impact of fiction on marital satisfaction BS Sania Saeed and Maheen Bandhani
41 2015 Relationship between friendship love and marital adjustment BS Shafaq Aashkar and Yamna Khan
42 2015 Relationship between parenting styles and apathy BS Sana Fatima and Fariha Khan
43 2014 Creative style as a function of shyness in adolescents BS Khizra Jamil and Zohra Batool
44 2014 Emotional intelligence and life satisfaction among adolescents BS Saima Ashfaq and Araish.e.Azam
45 2014 The impact of family system on life satisfaction and personal growth initiative BS Amber Saeed, Umme Ruman and Hafsa Rehan
46 2014 Relationship between self-esteem and internet addiction BS Syed Khizer Usman Ghaznavi
47 2014 Perception of old age and respect toward old people among young adults BS Rimsha Tanveer and Anum Ayaz
48 2013 Relationship between parenting styles and self-compassion BS Nimrah Ahmed
49 2013 Self-regulation and cigarette smoking BS Yusra Kamdar
50 2013 Religious commitment and its relationship with self-esteem and emotional intelligence BS Ambreen Ashraf
51 2013 Viewing violent content in news channels and its relationship with aggression in young adults BS Aamna Zuberi and Mariam Motiwala
52 2012 Depression level in women as a function of age at marriage BS Naima Fatima Shariff and Asma Zakaria
53 2012 Effect of gender and years of experience on teacher’s efficacy BS Rukhsana Kousar and Summaya Ghafoor
54 2011 Empathy because of pet ownership BS Hina Hassan
55 2011 Procrastination and impulsiveness BS Falak Zehra Mohsin and Nirmal Niazi