Admissions 2026

Department of Psychology

Dr.Anu Joy Singh

Designation : Assistant Professor

Qualification : Ph.D

Email-ID : anujoy@rajagiri.edu

Dr. Anu is a dynamic educator and researcher with a Ph.D. in Psychology from M.G. University, specializing in cognitive interventions. She has strong experience in organizing academic workshops and supervising innovative research projects, fostering a collaborative and student-centered learning environment. She demonstrates expertise in public speaking, effective communication, educational assessment, team collaboration, and statistical analysis. Dr. Anu is highly proficient in research methodologies, time management, student mentoring, and conflict resolution. Her professional interests and competencies extend to interdisciplinary collaboration, publishing, student counseling, and academic workshop facilitation.

  • B.Sc. Psychology from Prajyoti Niketan College, Pudukad, Thrissur (Dt.), Kerala.
  • M.Sc.  Clinical Psychology from Prajyoti Niketan College Pudukad, Thrissur (Dt.), Kerala.
  • M. Phil. Psychology from Sree Sankara University of Sanskrit,Kalady,Ernakulam.
  • Ph. D. in Psychology M.G University Specialization Learning Disability.
  • Certified working memory trainer of Pearson.
  • Certificate course on Action research, NCERT,Delhi
  • Head and Assistant Professor ,Department of Psychology, MES College, Marampally-Ernakulam, India.
  • Served as Chief Examiner and Additional Examiner for M.G. University, MSc Psychology Examinations.
  • Acted as External Examiner for M.G University final year Projects.
  • Appointed as Scheme Setter (MSc M.G Examination).
  • Doctoral Fellow /Visiting faculty-Regional Institute of Education, Mysore, NCERT Unit.
  • Research scholar at Union Christian college,Aluva
  • Consultant Psychologist  Innervision, Thrissur
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Research Methodology and  Experimental Psychology
  • Child and Adolescent Psychology
  • Cognitive Psychology
  • Counselling psychology

Book Editor

  • Editor: "The conference proceedings of the International Conference, NeuroCognicon: Bridging Minds: Breaking Barriers" (2025). ISSN: 2320-6985.

Book Chapter

  • Singh, A. J. (2022). Working memory Intervention 'BrainOmatics' for Dyscalculia: A single case study. In A.S.A. Lawrence & M. Manivannan (Eds.), Emerging trends of psycho-technological approaches in heutagogy (pp. 148-152). TNOU. ISBN 978-81- 951793-2-9.

Journal Publications

  • Babu, A.T. & Singh, A.J. (2025). Personality and Locus of Control among Individuals Diagnosed with Bipolar Affective Disorder and Borderline Personality Disorder. International Journal of Indian Psychology, 13(4), 429-438. DIP:18.01.040.‌20251304, DOI:10.25215/1304.040.
  • Basheer,S& Singh, A.J. (2025) Exploring the Grit Effect on Personality and Achievement Motivation of Migrated Students.Indian Journal of Positive Psychology,16(2),220-ISSN: 2229-4937.
  • Singh, A. J., & Ravindranadan, V. (2018). Working Memory and Processing Speed among Low Achievers in Mathematics. Research Guru, 12(1), 216-224. ISSN 2349-266X.
  • Singh, A. J., & Ravindranadan, V. (2021). Working Memory and Dyscalculia: A Scientific Review. MS Journal, 10(4), 639-647. DOI: 3A10.0014.MSJ.2021.V10I4.0086781.119272.
  • Paper presented and considered for publication on the topic “Effectiveness Of A Computer Based Working Memory Game on the Visuospatial Component of Children with Learning Difficulty in Mathematics” at 1st International Conference on
  • Emerging Trends in ICT Education conducted by NCERT CIET-NCERT,(Press).
  • "Problem Solving Ability and Self Esteem Among Yoga Practitioners and Non Yoga Practitioners" at International Conference NeuroCogniCon, PG Department of Psychology, MES College, Marampally (February 7, 2024). (Published) .
  • "Impact of Wrong Beauty Standards" at International Conference Evolving Trends in Psychology, Department of Psychology, Nilgris College of Arts and Science, Wayanad (October 18, 2023).
  • Influencing factors for Stress and Anxiety during Early Pregnancy" at International Conference Evolving Trends in Psychology, Department of Psychology, Nilgris College of Arts and Science, Wayanad (October 18, 2023).
  • Effectiveness Of A Computer Based Working Memory Game on the Visuospatial Component of Children with Learning Difficulty in Mathematics” at 1st International Conference on Emerging Trends in ICT Education conducted by NCERT CIET NCERT (March 24-26, 2021).
  • “A review on cognitive components of Dyscalculia” at National Seminar on Humanising Clinical Psychology: Trends and Challenges, SSUS Kalady (June 27-29,2017).
  • “Mindfulness and Mental well-being in yoga practitioners” at the National Conference on Socio Cultural Prospects of Positive Psychology in India & Psychofest, LISSAH College, Calicut University (January 23-25, 2012).
  • “A Comparative Study On Depression Level In Surgical Menopausal & Natural Menopausal Women” at University of Calicut (2010).
  • “Stress Level Among Menopausal Women” at Morningstar College, Angamaly, Ernakulam (2009).
  • National Seminar on Psychosocial Perspectives of Children and Adolescents with Neuro Developmental Disorders (RCI-CRE Program) at All India Institute of Speech and Hearing, Mysuru (August 30-31, 2018). 
  • National Seminar on Research Methodology, Department of Psychology, University of Kerala. 
  • Regional Workshop on Psychological Test Construction, Department of Psychology of Sahrdaya College of Advanced Studies, Kodakkara (November 14, 2017). 
  • Three-day state-level program on Promotion of School Mental Health Programme, CDMRP, Department of Psychology, University of Calicut (December 1-3, 2017). 
  • Regional Workshop on Research Methodology, Post Graduate and Research Department of Psychology at Prajyoti Niketan College, Pudukkad (July 4, 2019). 
  • Two-day National Seminar on Family Therapy: Scope, Techniques And Challenges, Research And Post Graduate Department of Psychology, Union Christian College, Aluva (February 6-7, 2020). 
  • Two-day Workshop on Qualitative Research Methods, Research And Post Graduate Department Of Psychology, Union Christian College, Aluva (June 28-29, 2018). 
  • "An introduction to hypnotherapy: A workshop on an alternative path to physical and psychological well-being,” Christ University, Bangalore. 
  • National Seminar on "Current trends and challenges in applied psychology,” Department Of Psychology, Calicut University. 
  • “Empty nest syndrome - a growing concern of elderly in Indian community,” Department of F.C.S; Morning Star College, Ernakulam.National Conference on "Socio cultural prospects of positive psychology in India & psychofest,” Department of Psychology; LISSAH College, Kozhikode.
  • NCERT Doctoral Fellow (2017-2022)
  • Second Rank Position,M.Phil Psychology,Sree Sankara University of Sanskrit(2014)
  • Fourth Rank position ,M.Sc Clinical Psychology,Calicut University(2012)
  • State Eligibilty Test (Kerala,2012).