Psychology of Sexuality & Mental Health Vol. 1 : Indigenous Approaches (eBook)

This book focuses on indigenous and Indian concepts of sexuality, exploring its psychology and its relationship with mental health. Through theoretical, review, exploratory and mixed approaches, the book delves into common fields of thought regarding indigenous sexuality which relate to psychology and mental health. In the first section of the book, 'Psychology of Sexuality & Indigenous Approaches', the book discusses various indigenous aspects of sexuality, such as Indian indigenous, Hindu, and Buddhist. The second section of the book, 'Indigenous Psychology of Sexuality and Mental Health', discusses indigenous aspects combined with sexuality and mental health.

Dr. Naveen Pant is an independent researcher, author and teacher. He is currently working as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology, Gurukula Kangri (Deemed University), Haridwar, India. Prior to this, Dr. Pant worked as an Academic Counselor (Psychology) at UOU Study Center, MBGPG College, Haldwani, India. Dr. Pant has published 1 book and more than 13 international and national research papers with reputed publishers and journals, as well as contributed 2 book chapters. In addition, he has also worked as a member of editorial and reviewer boards for more than 4 reputed journals. Dr. Pant has more than 10 years of academic & research experience in the field. His areas of expertise and interest are Indigenous/Indian Psychology, Sexuality and Mental Health.