Prabhakar Anandrao Bhagwatwar (1934)

Title

Prabhakar Anandrao Bhagwatwar (1934)

Creator

Kumar, Satishchandra; Majumdar, Anjali; Dhulla, Tejal; Kamble, Heena; Ramaswami, Aarti

Description

This chapter explores the initiatives undertaken by P.A. Bhagwatwar, a notable academic figure at the University of Mumbai, particularly in enhancing the practical application of psychology within the curriculum. It details the inception and development of a counselling centre, which began in 1988 and was officially established in 1995, under Bhagwatwars guidance. The centre provided comprehensive psychological services targeting a diverse range of demographics, from adults to the elderly, addressing issues such as family therapy and vocational guidance. Additionally, he is credited with authoring several influential books on psychology, including titles on general and organizational behaviour, as well as developing key assessment tools, such as aptitude tests and efficiency questionnaires, contributing significantly to the field of applied psychology. 2025 selection and editorial matter, Braj Bhushan; individual chapters, the contributors.

Source

Psychology in India: Stories of Eminence;pp.253-257

Date

01-01-2025

Publisher

Taylor and Francis

Coverage

Kumar S., University Department of Applied Psychology and Counselling Center, University of Mumbai, India; Majumdar A., School of Psychological Sciences, Christ University, Bengaluru, India; Dhulla T., S.P. Jain School of Global Management, Mumbai, India; Kamble H., University Department of Applied Psychology and Counselling Center, University of Mumbai, India; Ramaswami A., ESSEC Business School, France

Rights

Restricted Access; Hardcopy may be available in the library

Relation

ISBN: 978-104036672-1; 978-103296995-4;

Format

online

Language

English

Type

Book chapter

Identifier

https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003591634-41

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