Professor

Dr. Asoke Kumar Saha

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Office Location

Room 212, Second Science Building

Phone

+88 01726028112

Email Address

drasoke@psychology.jnu.ac.bd

research Lab

Old Dhaka

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Biography

Dr. Asoke Kumar Saha is a senior Bangladeshi psychologist, academic, and researcher currently serving as Professor (Grade-II) in the Department of Psychology at Jagannath University, Dhaka. He is a former Chairman of the Department of Psychology and previously served as Proctor of the university.

He completed his BSc (Honours) and MSc (Thesis) in Psychology from Rajshahi University and earned his D.Phil. in Psychology from Allahabad University, India. He was awarded a Centrally Funded Doctoral Fellowship by the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR).

Dr. Saha is internationally recognized for his contributions to social psychology, educational psychology, and mental health research. He has published extensively in national and international journals, authored multiple academic books, supervised PhD and MPhil researchers, and led numerous research projects funded by World Bank, UGC, MOST, MoE, and other national and international bodies.

Research Interests

  • Social Psychology

    Social identity, group behavior, individualism-collectivism, attitudes, and group decision-making processes.

  • Educational Psychology

    Learning processes, academic achievement, motivation, teaching effectiveness, and student mental well-being.

  • I/O Psychology

    Job satisfaction, work motivation, leadership, organizational behavior, and human resource development.

  • Clinical Psychology

    Mental health assessment, stress, anxiety, depression, and psychosocial counseling interventions.

Recent Publications

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  • 2024

    Effects of Life Stress and Depression on Mental Health of Physically Handicapped People

    A study examining how life stress and depressive symptoms influence overall mental health among physically challenged individuals in Bangladesh.

  • 2023

    Individualism–Collectivism and Social Identity of Students and Its Impact on Academic Achievement

    Explores the relationship between cultural orientation, social identity, and academic performance among university students.

  • 2023

    Risk-Taking Behaviour in Relation to Self-Esteem and Individual Income of Shareholders in Dhaka City

    Analyzes how self-esteem and income levels affect financial risk-taking behavior in urban shareholders.

  • 2022

    Psychological Challenges, Mental Health, and Psychosocial Intervention During COVID-19

    Discusses mental health challenges during the pandemic and highlights effective psychosocial intervention strategies.

Courses Taught

  • CP 501 Advanced Neuropsychology Focuses on higher brain functions, cognitive processes, and neurological disorders with applied clinical perspectives.
  • CP 505 Clinical Assessment Practicum Hands-on training in psychological assessment tools, testing methods, and clinical evaluation techniques.
  • PSY 402 Abnormal Psychology Covers classification, causes, and treatment of psychological disorders across different populations.
  • CP 602 Therapeutic Interventions II Advanced therapeutic approaches, evidence-based interventions, and applied counseling techniques.

Awards & Recognition

  • IPA Academic Excellence Award

    Awarded for outstanding academic contribution to psychology and research excellence at the national and international level.

    2020

  • Distinguished Scientist Award

    Recognized for significant scientific contributions in psychology, mental health, and interdisciplinary research.

    2021

  • Lifetime Achievement Award

    Honored for lifelong dedication to teaching, research, academic leadership, and national development.

    2022

  • D. Sinha Best Doctoral Work (Nominee)

    Nominated for exemplary doctoral research contribution in the field of psychology.

    2003