Overview

Sharda School of Humanities and Social Sciences and International Relations Division, Sharda University is organising a 5 Day Immersion Program from 18-22 November, 2025.

This program aims to equip Bhutanese government officials with advanced knowledge and skills on the topic “Substance Abuse & Rehabilitation” within clinical & counselling psychology. The program will explore substance abuse, including types of substances, their effects, and related risks along with developing and implementing effective prevention strategies along with gaining practical experience visiting a rehabilitation centre.

Chief Patrons:

  • Shri. P.K. Gupta, Chancellor, Sharda University
  • Shri. Y.K. Gupta, Pro-Chancellor, Sharda University

Patrons:

  • Prof. (Dr.) Sibaram Khara, Vice Chancellor, Sharda University
  • Prof. (Dr.) Parma Nand, Pro-Vice Chancellor, Sharda University

Objectives of Event

1. Knowledge and Awareness:

○ To enhance participants' understanding of substance abuse, including types of substances, their effects, and related risks.

○ To familiarize participants with the prevalence of substance abuse in Bhutan and its impact on individuals, families, and communities.

2. Skill Development:

○ To equip participants with the skills to identify individuals with substance abuse problems.

○ To empower participants to develop and implement effective prevention strategies in their respective roles.

○ To enable participants to provide appropriate support and referrals for individuals with substance abuse issues.

3. Policy and Advocacy:

○ To foster a deeper understanding of national and international drug control policies and their implications for Bhutan.

○ To equip participants with the knowledge and skills to advocate for evidence-based policies and programs to address substance abuse.

Convener Details

Co-ordinators:

Speaker Details:

  • Dr Anviti Gupta Dean Sharda School of Humanities & Social Sciences Clinical Hypnotherapist & Certified Psychologist
  • Ms Nivedita Singh Founder- Meta Council TEAM-CBT Level 4 Trainer Therapist
  • Dr Abhinit Kumar MBBS, MD, DPM, FIPS, FAPSI Professor of Psychiatry & Additional Medical Superintendent, Sharda Hospital
  • Dr. Nikhil Nayar MBBS, MD, DPM, FIPS, FAPSI Assistant Professor Psychiatry , Sharda Hospital
  • Dr Pratibha Singh RCI- Clinical Psychologist National Institute for Empowerment of Persons with Intellectual Disabilities ( NIEPID) RC Noida
  • Advocate Mugdha Dwivedi Shokeen Advocate Supreme Court of India, Delhi High Court, Chandigarh High Court
  • Ms. Rajlakshmi Das Assistant Professor Sharda School of Humanities & Social Sciences RCI Licensed Clinical Psychologist
  • Ms. Anantika Tehlani Assistant Professor Sharda School of Humanities & Social Sciences RCI Licensed Clinical Psychologist
  • Ms Somya Sharma Health Psychologist, Abhivyakti Wellness Clinic, Sharda University