Dr SONALI MUKHERJEE
MA, PhD
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
Articles in Periodicals
Sl.No. Title Name of Periodical Periodicity Date
1 Polite Disempowerment - sounds like empathy but feels like a dead end PSYCHOLOGS MONTHLY 06/07/2025
2 Understanding Counter-Empathy: The Dark Side of Emotional Awareness Psychologs MONTHLY 02/04/2025
3 The Psychology Behind Meeting Overload Psychologs MONTHLY 12/05/2024
4 Women Entrepreneurs in India: The Game Changers departmental magazine: Reverie : Rediscovery Forging New Paths ANNUAL 13/10/2022
5 Significance of Buddy System for Children with Special Needs in the Inclusive Setup PSYCHOLOGS MONTHLY 01/11/2021
6 Importance of Inclusive education in Indian Schools: Special focus on Dyslexic Children European Journal of Molecular & Clinical Medicine MONTHLY 07/01/2021
Articles in Journals
Sl.No. Title Name of Journal / Vol. No. / Issue No. / Page Nos ISSN No. Date Published
1 The Vicious Loop of Body Shaming and Self-Projection: An Explorative Study of Indian Young People Aged 20-30 Years Old Youth Voice Journal / 2 / 978-1-911634-72-0 / 69 - 79 2056-2969 05-Jan-2023
2 The Role of Imposter Phenomenon on Self-Handicapping and Psychological Distress among Young Adults Human Arenas / / / - 2522-5804 31-Aug-2024
3 Exploring the Psychosocial Challenges and Strengths of Indigent Adolescents: A Reflexive Thematic Analysis of Counsellor's Insights Journal of Research and Health / / / - 2423-5717 01-Sep-2024
4 The Role of Imposter Phenomenon on Self-Handicapping and Psychological Distress among Young Adults Human Arenas / / / - 2522-5804 31-Aug-2024
5 Care demands and professional commitments of parents of children with specific learning disabilities: a systematic review Front. Public Health, Sec. Children and Health / 14 / / 1 - 8 2296-2565 27-Feb-2026
Books/ Book Chapter/Case Study
Sl.No. Title Author Names(s) ISBN No. Month Year
1 Enhancing Curricula with Service Learning Models SONALI MUKHERJEE,KRITIKA RASTOGI, VALARMATHI B 9798369359334 /
2 Enhancing Curricula with Service Learning Models KRITIKA RASTOGI,SONALI MUKHERJEE, VALARMATHI B,REEBA RAHMAN 9798369359334 /
3 Mental, Emotional, and Behavioural Health Needs of Specific Populations following COVID-19 in India SONALI MUKHERJEE,SWATI PATHAK,RAJESH VERMA 9781003517313 /
4 Health Psychology In Integrative Health Care SONALI MUKHERJEE,PRITANSHI JESWANI, SUNDEEP KATEVARAPU, ANAND PRATAP SINGH, PRIYANKA 9781032980492 /
5 The Routledge International Handbook of Neurocognitive Rehabilitation: Practices, Innovations, and Future Directions SONALI MUKHERJEE,KRITIKA RASTOGI, SABORNEE KARMAKAR BASU 978-104056676-3, 978 /
Participation in Seminars/Conferences/Symposium
Sl.No. Name of the Conference /Seminar /Symposium Type of Program Title of the Article Role Venue/Place Date
1 Incarceration: Interdisciplinary Perspectives, Policies and Implications for Practice CONFERENCES PARTICIPANT) Christ (Deemed to be University), Delhi NCR 11/03/2022
2 Incarceration: Interdisciplinary Perspectives, Policies and Implications for Practice CONFERENCES ) Christ (Deemed to be University), Delhi NCR 11/03/2022
3 e- Conference on Mental Health in an Unequal World CONFERENCES PARTICIPANT) National Forensic Science UniversityVirtual 07/10/2021
4 International Conference Developing New India. Through Science, Social Science, Humanities and Research CONFERENCES Neurodivergence and Covid -19 Pandemic: A Case study on the Experience of a Mother of an Autistic Child in India PRESENTER) Indian Mental Health & Research Centre and Shia P.G. CollegeVirtual mode 29/10/2022
5 11 th India International Psychological Science Congress Reading Error Analysis of Dyslexic Children in Bilingual Language (Hindi and English) PRESENTER) Department of Psychology, Punjab University, ChandigarhVirtual mode 08/10/2022
6 N A T İ O N A L A S S O C İ A T İ O N O F P S Y C H O L O G İ C A L S C İ E N C E During 10th International and 12th Indian Psychological Science Congress on 23-24 December, 2023 CONFERENCES ? Illuminating Autism Spectrum Disorder Awareness in the Indian Context: An Overview.? PRESENTER) N A T İ O N A L A S S O C İ A T İ O N O F P S Y C H O L O G İ C A L S C İ E N C EVirtual Mode 23/12/2023
7 Fostering Intergenerational Connections: Successful Aging & Gerontology CONFERENCES PARTICIPANT) Christ deemed to be University,Delhi NCR 21/03/2024
8 10th International and 12th Indian Psychological Science Congress on 23-24 December, 2023 CONFERENCES PARTICIPANT) N A T İ O N A L A S S O C İ A T İ O N O F P S Y C H O L O G İ C A L S C İ E N C EChandigarh 23/12/2023
9 10th Paediatric Neuropsychology Conference: Innovations and Insights in Paediatric Neuropsychology CONFERENCES Integrating the expanded core Curriculum (ECC) in Individualized Education Plans (IEP) to address comprehension, Reading and Executive Functioning Deficits in a child with Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD): A case Study PRESENTER) GeniuslaneLucknow 10/11/2024
10 International Conference on Sociology, Political, Economics & Psychological Studies CONFERENCES Analyzing Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and Expanded Core Curriculum for Students with Autism: Case Series PRESENTER) Galgotia University, Greater NoidaGalgotia University, Greater Noida 22/09/2024
11 GeriPsych2025: 1st National Conference on Psycho-gerontology, AIIMS, NEW DELHI 1 -3 December 2025 SYMPOSIUM Changing Family Dynamics and Their Impact on Elder Mental Health: Psychological Challenges CO_PRESENTER) AIIMS, NEW DELHIAIIMS, NEW DELHI 01/12/2025
12 2nd International Conference on Behavioural Sciences for Sustainable Development of Society (ICBSSDS) , 23-24 May, 2025. CONFERENCES Role of Filial Therapy in Enhancing Parent-Child Relationships for Children with Neurodevelopmental Disorders PRESENTER) Chandigarh University)Chandigah 23/05/2025
13 Resilience National Conference 30 July -1 August 2025 CONFERENCES Resilience National Conference 30 July -1 August 2025 PARTICIPANT) National Institute of Heath & Family welfareNew Delhi 30/07/2025
Invited Talks
Sl.No. Titel of the Program Name of the Program Date Name of the Institution
1 Crafting Employee Engagement through Positive Work Environment ICBPO 2020 Virtual International Conference On Building Positive Organizations 07/11/2020 Christ (Deemed to be ) University
2 The Role of Parenting Styles on Children's Academic Performance : A Systematic Review The New Normal Psychological Perspectives 27/03/2021 Dr. MGR Janaki College of Arts & Science for Women
3 Rapid Automatized Naming and Reading Performance: Evidence from Dyslexic and non-Dyslexic children. National Academy of Psycholigy 19/03/2021 NAOP
4 Personality Development and leadership skills Virtual talk 17/04/2021 JAZBAAT FOUNDATION
5 Psychological issues faced by teenagers and young adults in light of the lockdown period and ways to cope up issues faced by teenagers and young adults in light of the lockdown period and ways to cope up? Webinar 23/05/2020 JAZBAAT FOUNDATION
6 Caring for Special Child during COVID -19 Challenges and Opportunities Live Session on Instagram 13/06/2021 Unique Institute of Behavioural Sciences (UIBS)
7 Screening and Identification of Children with Learning Disabilities National Seminar (CRE) on Learning Disability, Inclusion & Technology 25/10/2021 Christ (Deemed to be University) Delhi, NCR
8 Healthy Environment aids to Holistic Development Webinar Virtual talk 12/12/2021 Kids Fable, Delhi NCR
9 Role of Ethical Leadership Behavior on Employee Engagement:A Systematic Review International Conference On Global Business And Societal Reset 05/02/2022 Christ (Deemed to be University) Delhi, NCR
10 Integrative Learning: Insights Into A Barrier-Free Environment In Schools International Conference on 75 year of journey towards Empowering Persons with Disabilities: An Introspection 14/09/2021 Department of Empowerment of PWDS (DIVYANGJAN),Govt. of India in association with M.B. Patel College of Education, Sardar Patel University
11 Psychoeducative talks on Effective Communication, Hygiene and Health, Self Awareness and Emotional Wellbeing India Vision Foundation Project (IVF) Prerna 16/05/2021 Christ (Deemed to be University) Delhi, NCR
12 Neurodivergence and Covid -19 Pandemic: A Case Study on the Experience of a Mother of an Autistic Child in India" 4th International Conference Developing New India Through Science, Social Science, Humanities & Research 29/10/2022 Indian Mental Health and Research Centre and Shia P.G. College
13 Reading Error Analysis of Dyslexic Children in Bilingual Language (Hindi and English) Psychological Science Congress Theme: Psycho-Social Rehabilitation: Reflecting Wellbeing Across the Culture 08/10/2022 Department of Psychology, Panjab University, Chandigarh National Association of psychological Science
14 Implementation of Eco-therapy in the School Curriculum: It's Effects on Students' Psychological Well being -A review Environment and Sustainable Development: Interdisciplinary Trends and Practices 16/12/2023 Christ (Deemed to be University) Delhi, NCR
15 Nuances of Qualitative Research Faculty Development Program 05/07/2023 Sri Sri University, Cuttack, Odisha
16 Qualitative Analysis Data Analysis Workshop for PG students 19/07/2023 Christ (Deemed to be University), Delhi, NCR
17 The Role of Handedness in Anticipating Reading Challenges 28 International and 59 National Conference of IAAP 02/02/2024 Pondicherry University, Pondicherry
18 Nuances of qualitative research SHIKSHA-3.0, Unleashing the latent potential of an educator in higher education institutions 24/06/2024 Sri Sri University
19 Intergenerational Learning- Knowledge, Skill, and Tradition Exchange between the youth and older generations. One-Day Sensitisation Programme on Intergenerational Bonding in Colleges 09/03/2026 CHRIST (Deemed to be University)
MPhil/PhD Guided/Adjudicated
Sl.No. Title Name of Student Institution Role Status Month Year
1 . WORTHEMPHY JELLY Christ University SUPERVISOR Ongoing January 2024
2 . RIYA KAPOOR Christ University SUPERVISOR Ongoing August 2024
3 . GRACE SHARON JOYCE Christ University SUPERVISOR Ongoing September 2025
Research Project
Sl.No. Name of the Research Project Investigator(s) Sponsors Internal/External
1 The Paradox of Self-Handicapping: Imposter Phenomenon, Affective Components, and Psychological Distress SONALI MUKHERJEE Internal
Workshop/FDP/Training programme
Sl.No. Name of the Workshop/FDP/Training programme Name of Organiser Level Role Date
1 Learner Centered Approach Christ (Deemed to be University), Delhi NCR,  Participant 26/04/2025
2 QIP: Tool Construction in Psychology Christ (Deemed to be University), Delhi NCR,  Participant 06/12/2024
3 Social Skills Development for Children with Neurodevelopmental Disorders: A Step towards SDG Goal 4 OE4BW Program initiated by UNESCO Chair on open technologies for OER and open learning, OE4BW International Organiser & Presenter 29/09/2024
4 QIP: Mediation and moderation analysis Christ (Deemed to be University), Delhi NCR,  Participant 10/02/2024
5 28 International and 59 National Conference of the IAAP IAAP, Pondicherry University, Pondicherry, Pondicherry University, Pondicherry International Invited Resource Person/Trainer 02/02/2024
6 28 International and 59 National Conference of the IAAP IAAP, Pondicherry University, Pondicherry, Pondicherry University, Pondicherry International Participant 02/02/2024
7 Open Educational Resource Commonwealth of Learning,  International Participant 28/11/2023
8 QIP: SERVICE LEARNING AND INTERNATIONALIZATION Christ (Deemed to be University), Delhi NCR,  Organiser & Presenter 19/11/2023
9 QIP: Enriching Academic Potentials: Emerging Trends and Practices Christ (Deemed to be University), Delhi NCR,  Participant 01/07/2023
10 FDP Tech SavvyEducators: Embracing Digital Tools Christ (Deemed to be University), Delhi NCR,  Institutional Participant 21/06/2023
11 FDP on Conducting Systematic Review and Meta Analysis CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Delhi, NCR,  Institutional Participant 01/05/2023
12 Gender Sensitisation &POSH Training Christ (Deemed to be University), Delhi NCR,  Institutional Participant 19/04/2023
13 Meta Analysis, Bibliometric Analysis and Systematic Literature School of Business and Management, Christ (Deemed to be University), Delhi NCR,  Institutional Participant 20/05/2022
14 YOUTH CONCLAVE: A platform for contemporary issues concerning the youth Department of Psychology, School of Humanities and Social Sciences,CHRIST(Deemed to be University), Delhi, NCR,  Institutional Invited Resource Person/Trainer 29/03/2022
15 Faculty Development Program on "Biofeedback: Theory and Applications in Psychology" Department of Psychology, School of Humanities and Social Sciences,CHRIST(Deemed to be University), Delhi, NCR,  Institutional Participant 07/02/2022
16 Neuro-Linguistic Programming NLP Level -2 Christ Consultancy, Bangalore, India,  Institutional Participant 24/10/2021
17 Online National Workshop on Multivariate Statistical Technique in Social Science and Business Research Department of Psychology School of Liberal Arts & Culture Studies Adamas University, Kolkata,  National Participant 03/09/2021
18 Neuro-Linguistic Programming NLP Level 1 Christ Consultancy, Bangalore, India, Christ (Deemed to be University), Bangalore, India Institutional Participant 21/08/2021
19 Online National Level Workshop Decoding the Childhood Behavior through different Therapeutic Approaches Nodal Office, CHRIST [Deemed to be University] Thiruvananthapuram Kerala,  CHRIST [Deemed to be University] Thiruvananthapur National Participant 10/07/2021
20 Online National Workshop on ?Psychotherapeutic Approaches? Department of Psychology School of Liberal Arts & Culture Studies Adamas University, Kolkata,  Adamas University, Kolkata National Participant 24/06/2021
21 Online National Workshop on Psychotherapeutic Approaches Department of Psychology School of Liberal Arts & Culture Studies Adamas University, Adamas University, Calcutta National Participant 24/06/2021
22 Two day Webinar on Learning Disability Department of Psychology, Rajagiri College of Social Sciences, Kalamassery, kochi, kerala,  Rajagiri College of Social Sciences, kerala National Participant 18/06/2021
23 Qualitative research Methods and Research Writing Department of Psychology, School of Humanities and Social Sciences,CHRIST(Deemed to be University), Delhi, NCR,  Participant 07/06/2021
24 Envisioning Servant Leadership in Higher Education: Lesson from Digital Learning and Enhanced Student Engagement CHRIST(Deemed to be University), Delhi, NCR,  Institutional Participant 31/05/2021
25 Envisioning Servant Leadership in Higher Education: Lesson from Digital Learning and Enhanced Student Engagement CHRIST(Deemed to be University), Delhi, NCR,  Institutional Participant 31/05/2021
26 Project Proposal Writing Christ (Deemed to be University), Nodal Office, Trivandrum,  National Participant 10/04/2021
27 Hybrid Teaching Christ (Deemed to be University), Bangalore, Christ (Deemed to be University), Bangalore Institutional Participant 02/03/2021
28 Managing Stress through ART Science of Well being (NAOP), Science of Well being (NAOP) National Participant 07/02/2021
29 CRE workshop on Role of Play in Early Childhood Developmental Disabilities. Department of Psychology, Christ (Deemed to be University), Christ (Deemed to be University) Institutional Organiser & Participant 08/01/2021
30 "Internationalization of the Curriculum in Higher Education" Christ (Deemed to be) University, NCR Delhi,  International Participant 04/12/2020
31 Gender Equity in times of COVID -19 Christ (Deemed to be) University, NCR Delhi,  Institutional Participant 25/09/2020
32 FDP on Qualitative Research Christ (Deemed to be University), Christ (Deemed to be University) Institutional Participant 24/08/2020
33 National Webinar on ?Research Ethics & Societal Conscience? Department of Botany under the aegis of Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) S.U. College, Hilsa (Nalanda), Patliputra University, Patna, S.U. College,Hilsa (Nalanda),Patliputra University National Participant 22/06/2020
34 A Webinar on Basic Neuropsychological Screening testing PsyMann Delhi, PsyMann Delhi Regional Participant 13/06/2020
35 Webinar on Hope Optimism and Optimism Bias Sri Aurobindo College University of Delhi, Delhi University National Participant 20/05/2020
Awards/Achievements/Others
Sl.No. Name of the Awards/Achievements/Others Description Organisation Month/ Year
1 Certificate of Appreciation for NAAC work Certificate of Appreciation for NAAC work Christ (Deemed to be University), Delhi NCR 16 October 2022
2 Certificate of Appreciation Certificate of Appreciation for coordinating National Seminar on Learning Disability Christ (Deemed to be University), Delhi NCR 22 November 2022
3 Certificate of Appreciation as the Reviewer National Conference on Inclusive Social Development: Advancing Health and Wellness Through Holistic and Tech-Enabled Interventions School of Liberal Arts and Science (SoLAS), R. V. University, Bengaluru 25 April 2025
4 Article has been selected for “Awareness” category of best article in 2025. Your innovative ideas were exceptionally insightful and were enthusiastically received by the readers. Psychologs Magazine. It is our pleasure to express heartfelt gratitude and appreciation for your excellent article titled “Polite Disempowerment - sounds like empathy but feels like a dead end” Psychologs Magazine, India’s First Mental Health Magazine 12 February 2026
5 Summer Faculty Research Fellow Programme, IIT DELHI Has participated and completed Summer Faculty Research Fellow Programme, IIT DELHI May - June 2025 IIT DELHI 14 July 2025