GERTRAUD DIEM-WILLE | Psychotherapie | Excellence in Research

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Prof. GERTRAUD DIEM-WILLE | Psychotherapie | Excellence in Research

Univ. Prof. atĀ  Viennese Psychoanalytic Association (WPV),Ā Vienna, Austria

Univ. Prof. Dr. phil. i. R. Gertraud Diem-Wille, born on November 2, 1945, is an Austrian academic and psychoanalyst. She has two daughters and three grandchildren. Dr. Diem-Wille is an influential figure in psychoanalytic education, particularly in the fields of political education, psychoanalysis, and psychotherapy. She continues to contribute to psychoanalytic training and theory development.

Profile

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šŸŽ“ EducationĀ 

Primary School: St. Ursula, Vienna (1951-1955). Secondary School: St. Ursula (1955-1960), Maria Regina (1960-1963).Graduate Education: Matura (1963, 1964). Ph.D. in Pedagogy and Sociology (1976). Habilitation in General Educational Science, University of Klagenfurt (1990)

šŸ’¼ Experience

1979-1984: University Assistant, University of Vienna. 1984-1990: University Assistant, IFF. 1990-1997: Assistant Professor, IFF, Political Education Program Coordinator. 1992-1993: Visiting Scientist, Tavistock Centre. 1997-2011: Associate Professor, Director of Psychoanalytic Education Program. 2011-2012: Retired, continued leading Master’s Program. Since 2000: Director, Continuing Education Program in Psychoanalytic Parent-Infant Therapy

šŸ† Awards & Honors

Membership in Austrian Society for Group Dynamics (1970). Training Analyst for Child, Adolescent, and Adult Psychoanalysis (2001). Member of the International Psychoanalytical Association (1990). Schrƶdinger Fellowship, Tavistock Centre (1992-1993). Honorary recognition for contribution to psychoanalytic education and therapy

šŸ”¬ Research Focus

Psychoanalysis and psychoanalytic pedagogy. Political education in geography and economics. Psychoanalytic therapy for infants, children, and adolescents. Group dynamics and organizational consulting. Professionalism, femininity, and psychoanalytic insights into career ambitions

šŸ”Conclusion

Dr. Gertraud Diem-Wille is undoubtedly an exceptional candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Her long-standing commitment to psychoanalytic education, along with her profound impact on the development of specialized training programs, places her at the forefront of her field. With her continued influence on psychoanalysis and pedagogy, Dr. Diem-Wille is a highly deserving candidate for this recognition.

šŸ“šPublicationsĀ 

  1. From Infant Observation to Parent-Infant Psychotherapy: How Infant Observation is Applied to Therapeutic Work with Parents and Their Children
    • Author: Diem-Wille, G.
    • Journal: Infant Observation
    • Year: 2024
    • Citations: 0

 

  1. Traumatic Experience and Loss: A Brief Therapy with a Traumatized Refugee Boy and His Parents in Exile
    • Author: Diem-Wille, G.
    • Journal: International Journal of Psychoanalysis
    • Volume: 105
    • Issue: 4
    • Pages: 496ā€“520
    • Year: 2024
    • Citations: 0

 

  1. Psychoanalytic Perspectives on Puberty and Adolescence: The Inner Worlds of Teenagers and Their Parents
    • Author: Diem-Wille, G.
    • Year: 2020
    • Citations: 1

 

  1. The Early Years of Life: Psychoanalytical Development Theory According to Freud, Klein, and Bion
    • Author: Diem-Wille, G.
    • Year: 2018
    • Citations: 3

 

  1. Young Children and Their Parents: Perspectives from Psychoanalytic Infant Observation
    • Author: Diem-Wille, G.
    • Year: 2018
    • Citations: 0

 

  1. The Baby as Catalyst for Unconscious Conflicts of the Parents: Contribution to a Psychoanalytically Oriented Parent-Infant Therapy
    • Author: Diem-Wille, G.
    • Journal: Infant Observation
    • Volume: 21
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: 17ā€“32
    • Year: 2018
    • Citations: 2

 

  1. Latency: The Golden Age of Childhood: Psychoanalytical Developmental Theory According to Freud, Klein and Bion
    • Author: Diem-Wille, G.
    • Year: 2018
    • Citations: 0

 

  1. Drawing Upon Bion’s Theories in the Context of Child Analysis
    • Author: Diem-Wille, G.
    • Journal: Kinderanalyse
    • Volume: 24
    • Issue: 2
    • Pages: 122ā€“143
    • Year: 2016
    • Citations: 0

 

  1. Applying a Psychoanalytic Approach Acquired Through Infant Observation Towards Working as a Teacher: A Case Study
    • Author: Diem-Wille, G.
    • Journal: Infant Observation
    • Volume: 18
    • Issue: 2
    • Pages: 110ā€“125
    • Year: 2015
    • Citations: 0

 

  1. The Significance of Containment in Early Childhood and in Analyses Providing Scope for Reflection: With Scenes from Infant Observation and Child Analysis
    • Author: Diem-Wille, G.
    • Journal: Kinderanalyse
    • Volume: 22
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: 48ā€“70
    • Year: 2014
    • Citations: 1

 

Shruti sharma | Psychology | Young Scientist Award

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Ms. Shruti sharma | Psychology | Young Scientist Award

Ms at Jamia Millia Islamia, India

Shruti Sharma (she/her) is a dedicated social psychologist and Ph.D. scholar at Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, specializing in the psychological underpinnings of conspiracy beliefs and social media impacts. With a Master’s degree in Applied Psychology from the same institution, Shruti has conducted impactful research exploring juvenile behavior, COVID-19-related conspiracy theories, and cultural psychological differentiation. Her work has been featured in leading journals and conferences, earning her accolades such as the Madnawat Best Paper Award and ICP Emerging Psychologist recognition. As a Teaching Assistant and Academic Counselor, she has mentored students in psychological testing and personality theories. Shruti has managed multidisciplinary projects, including the mental health needs of frontline workers and cultural psychological studies, supported by prestigious grants. Committed to cross-cultural psychology and social well-being, Shruti actively contributes to advancing applied psychology through research, teaching, and international collaborations.

Profile

Scholar

šŸŽ“ Education

Ph.D. in Social Psychology (2021ā€“2025) ā€“ Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi Focus: Psychological aspects of conspiracy beliefs and social behavior. M.A. in Applied Psychology (2015ā€“2017) ā€“ Jamia Millia Islamia Thesis: ā€œUnderstanding the Antecedents of Juvenile Behavior: A Grounded Theory Approachā€ (CGPA: 8.83).. B.A. in Psychology (2012ā€“2015) ā€“ Delhi University (I.P. College for Women) Specialized in developmental and applied psychology (73.5%).

šŸ’¼ Experience

Teaching Assistant ā€“ Jamia Millia Islamia (2023) Taught Psychological Testing; evaluated and mentored students. Academic Counselor ā€“ IGNOU (2022ā€“Present)
Guided students in organizational behavior and psychological assessment. Research Project Manager ā€“ Multinational studies on social media and Asian subcultures (2024).
Directed multidisciplinary teams and analyzed cross-cultural psychological data. Research Assistant ā€“ ICSSR (2019ā€“2021) Conducted interviews and qualitative research on societal issues. Clinical Intern ā€“ HCR Psychiatric Hospital (2016ā€“2017) Delivered supervised counseling and group therapy.

šŸ† Awards and Honors

ICP Emerging Psychologist ā€“ Selected as one of 40 global scholars, ICP 2024. Madnawat Best Paper Award ā€“ Indian Conference of Industrial Psychology, 2019. NET Qualified ā€“ National Eligibility Test for assistant professor (2019). Merit Scholarship ā€“ Jamia Millia Islamia (2017). Sherjung Memorial Award ā€“ Outstanding Psychology Student, Delhi University (2015). Golden Key Honor Society ā€“ Academic excellence recognition in college (2012). Merit Certificate ā€“ Top 0.1% in Class 12 Psychology board examination (2011).

šŸ”¬ Research Focus

Conspiracy Beliefs ā€“ Examines psychological and societal factors behind conspiracy theories. Social Media Impact ā€“ Studies misinformation and its influence on behavior during crises. Cultural Psychology ā€“ Investigates cross-cultural differentiation in psychological processes. Mental Health Interventions ā€“ Explores challenges faced by frontline workers to develop tailored solutions. Psychological Testing ā€“ Develops psychometric tools and conducts assessments for varied populations.

šŸ†ConclusionĀ 

Shruti Sharmaā€™s robust academic background, innovative research, and demonstrated leadership in significant projects position her as an excellent candidate for the Research for Young Scientist Award. By addressing the suggested areas for improvement, she can further solidify her standing as a promising young scientist capable of influencing the field of psychology and beyond.

šŸ“šPublicationsĀ 

  • Exploring Factors Behind Offline and Online Selfie Popularity Among Youth in India
    Authors: S. Srivastava, P. Upadhaya, S. Sharma, K. Gupta
    Journal: Frontiers in Psychology 9, 1403
    Cited by: 23
    Year: 2018

 

  • Long Non-Coding RNA and MicroRNA Landscape of Two Major Domesticated Cotton Species
    Authors: A. Singh, A.T. Vivek, K. Gupta, S. Sharma, S. Kumar
    Journal: Computational and Structural Biotechnology Journal 21, 3032-3044
    Cited by: 3
    Year: 2023

 

 

Thembi Nkomo | mental health and psychiatry | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs. Thembi Nkomo | mental health and psychiatry | Best Researcher Award

Mrs at University of the Free State,Ā  South Africa

Dr. Thembi Nkomo is a dedicated Occupational Therapy lecturer at the University of the Free State, South Africa. With a Master’s in Public Health and a PGDip in Vocational Rehabilitation, she is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Public Health at the University of Limpopo. Her research focuses on minimizing mental illness relapse among public school teachers. Dr. Nkomo has published in esteemed journals and has extensive clinical experience, having managed the Occupational Therapy psychiatry department at Mankweng Tertiary Hospital. She actively engages in community outreach, enhancing mental health awareness and supporting vocational rehabilitation initiatives.

Publication profile

 

šŸŽ“ Educational Qualifications

2021: PGDip in Vocational Rehabilitation, University of Pretoria. 2019: Masterā€™s in Public Health, University of Limpopo. 2014: B.Sc. in Occupational Therapy, University of the Western Cape

šŸ« Teaching Portfolio

Position: Lecturer, Occupational Therapy Department, University of the Free State (2023 – Present)

  • Courses Taught:
    • First Year: Community-based engagement, Motivation
    • Second Year: Community-based practice, Social participation & communication
    • Third Year: Performance patterns, Ethics
    • Fourth Year: Various mental health disorders and forensic psychiatry

šŸ¤ Community Engagements

Supervises community-based engagements for first-year students. Conducts handwriting assessments for students requiring additional time during tests and exams.

šŸ‘©ā€āš•ļø Clinical Experience

Position: Occupational Therapist, Mankweng Tertiary and Academic Hospital (2015 – 2022)

  • Managed the Occupational Therapy psychiatry department, conducted functional capacity evaluations, and supervised outreach programs.

šŸ“ Extra Contributions

  • Facilitated a mental health awareness event in 2022, securing sponsorships and engaging stakeholders.
  • Initiated an outpatient group for vocational rehabilitation of patients with mental illness and started a vegetable garden in the ward.

Publication

1. Occupational Therapy Students’ Perceptions of Spirituality in Training
  • Authors: TG Mthembu, F Ahmed, T Nkuna, K Yaca
  • Journal: Journal of Religion and Health
  • Volume: 5
  • Pages: 2178-2197
  • Year: 2014
2. Exploring Performance Patterns of Family Members Caring for a Loved One with Mental Illness in Rural and Remote Capricorn District of South Africa: A Secondary Analysis
  • Authors: T Nkomo, K Mokoko, Percy
  • Journal: Occupational Therapy in Mental Health
  • Pages: 1-23
  • Year: 2024
3. The Realities of Caring for a Person with a Mental Disorder in Rural and Remote Capricorn District of South Africa: A Qualitative Study
  • Authors: T Nkomo, P Kekana, K Mokoko
  • Journal: Community Mental Health
  • Year: 2024