Research Cell Student Paper Presentations - Psychology

On June 18, 2024, the Research Cell of Loreto College, Kolkata organised two research paper presentations by students of the Department of Psychology. Anubha Roy and Harshita Sharma (Semester VI) presented their study titled “A Study on Help-Seeking Behaviour in Adults in Kolkata, India,” which was conducted under the expert supervision of Dr. Dinaz R. Jeejeebhoy. Their study sought to uncover the nuances in attitudes towards seeking medical versus psychological assistance within Kolkata’s urban population. Their findings were not only insightful but also hinted at a brighter future for explorations in this domain. Particularly noteworthy was their discovery of a negligible disparity in attitudes towards seeking medical and mental health support, suggesting promising prospects for advancing mental health initiatives across urban India.

The second presentation was delivered by Dipannita Dey, Shinjini Dey, and Shinjini Sarkar (Semester VI). The research study, which was conducted under the supervision of Ms. Shankhabela Mukherjee, was titled “Emerging Practices in Online Therapy: Perspectives of Online Therapy.” It focused on the experience of online therapists in conducting online therapy, its positives and negatives, and its future and sustainability. The study also touched on issues such as the differences in online and offline therapy, ethical concerns, and the role of artificial intelligence in online therapy. Arguments to support online therapy were identified while changes to improve the method were also highlighted.