Dr. Phang emphasises a point during his presentation

Dr. Phang emphasises a point during his presentation

Kuala Lumpur, 31 July 2010 - A bell and some slides were all it took to demonstrate to the psychology students from the various higher learning institutions the meaning of mindfulness for relaxation and wellness. Dr. Phang Cheng Kar, the Malaysian authority on mindfulness-based psychotherapies introduced the subject at the recent UCSI University Intervarsity Psychology Convention organized by the Professional Development Class students from the Department of Psychology.

This Convention featured research presentations by psychology students from the various universities and colleges.  UCSI University student, Aishath Nasheeda who presented her research on Exploring Self-Esteem Among University Students said, “This Convention enabled me to prepare myself for my first ASEAN audience”. Aishath will be presenting the same research at the up-coming Asean Regional Union of Psychological Societies 3rd Convention in October this year.

Mr. Sylvester Lim, a senior lecturer at UCSI University presented on the topic, “As You Think, So Shall You Be”, while Ms. Joyce Hue, a practicing clinical hypnotherapist, presented on “Hypnosis”.

A total of more than 120 students from 5 different higher learning institutions attended the one-day convention which aims to provide students with a platform to share their research and obtain feedback, to present additional knowledge from industry experts, as well as a multicultural context for students to connect, experience training and stimulate personal development.