Subject Area: Psychology

Clinical, counselling, health, educational, developmental, and behavioural psychology.

Racial Identity Disruption Syndrome (RIDS): Toward a Psychological Model of Racism and Colorism

Introduction Racism and colorism have long been examined through sociological, historical, and political lenses, with sustained attention to structural inequality, institutional discrimination, and the enduring legacies of colonialism and exploitation (Allport, 1954; Myrdal, 1944; Bonilla-Silva, 2018). These approaches have been essential in documenting how racial hierarchies are constructed, normalized, and reproduced across societies. Yet, despite … Read more

Integrating the African Restorative Psychospiritual Model (ARPM) in Clinical Settings: A Culturally Grounded Approach to Trauma Healing

The African Restorative Psychospiritual Model (ARPM) proposes a culturally grounded and holistic framework for trauma healing within African and diasporic communities. Rooted in African epistemologies, the ARPM aims to address the limitations of Western trauma frameworks, which often neglect the significance of spirituality, collective identity, and cultural heritage in the healing process (Elliason, 2025; Asante, … Read more

Assessing Gaps in Adolescent Mental Health Care in Rural Ghana

1. Introduction 1.1 Background and Motivation Roughly half of all mental health conditions emerge before age 14, yet most go undiagnosed and untreated (World Health Organization, 2025). This treatment gap is most severe in sub-Saharan Africa, where adolescents make up a disproportionate share of the population but mental health systems remain critically understaffed. Ghana’s Mental … Read more

Belonging, Identity, and Institutional Inclusion among African International Students in Indian Higher Education: Evidence from a Cross-Sectional

1.INTRODUCTION The internationalisation of higher education has transformed universities into globally connected institutions that attract students from diverse cultural, linguistic, and national backgrounds (Altbach & Knight, 2007). Increasing international student mobility has enriched teaching, research, and intercultural learning while simultaneously challenging universities to create environments that support equitable participation and meaningful inclusion (de Wit et … Read more

The Nexora Model of Living: A Conceptual Model for Holistic Well-Being and Human Flourishing

1.0 Introduction Finding balance across health, relationships, purpose, and personal growth has become increasingly challenging in contemporary life. Rapid social change, evolving work demands, and expanding personal responsibilities create competing pressures that individuals navigate daily. Progress in one area often comes at the expense of another, leading to imbalance or dissatisfaction. This points to a … Read more