Ng Joo Hou
Salutation
Dr
School/Centre
School of Psychology and Social Sciences
Department
Psychology and Counselling
Position
Lecturer
Email
Education
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PhD in Social and Environmental Psychology (Psychology), 2021
University of Exeter
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Certificate in Advanced Study in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education (Education), 2019
University of Exeter
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MSc. Social and Organisational Psychology (Psychology), 2017
University of Exeter
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Masters in Counselling (Counselling), 2014
HELP University KL
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Certificate (Counselling), 2013
William Glasser International
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Bachelor Social Sciences (Hons) Psychology (Psychology), 2010
National University Malaysia
Memberships
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Kementerian Pengajian Tinggi Malaysia
Teaching Permit
2021 - Present
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UK Higher Education Academy
Associate Fellow
2019 - Present
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Lembaga Kaunselor Malaysia
Registered and Licensed Counsellor
2015 - Present
Research Funding
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Quantitative Analysis: Survey Study on Perceived Academic Stress, Sources of Stress, and Coping among Health Profession Undergraduates
IMU Internal Research Grant | 25 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 2026
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The Predictive Values of Espousal Towards Achievement-Based Social Norms upon Intrinsic and Extrinsic Sports Motivation among Malaysian Emerging Adults who are Studying
IMU Internal Research Grant | 11 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 2025
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Perspectives of Urban Malaysian Men who Overcame Midlife Crisis and their Coping Strategies
IMU Internal Research Grant | 13 Jun 2024 - 30 Nov 2026
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Scoping Review: The Potential of Tabletop Role-playing Game (TRPG) as Psychological Intervention
IMU Internal Research Grant | 25 Apr 2024 - 11 Apr 2025
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Burnout Syndrome and Coping Strategies Among Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) Therapists in Klang Valley. A Qualitative Study.
IMU Internal Research Grant | 29 Feb 2024 - 26 Sep 2025
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Associations between Adult Attachment Styles and Romantic Relationship Satisfaction among Malaysian Young Adult: Parallel Mediation Analyses of Dyadic Trust and Dyadic Perfectionism
IMU Internal Research Grant | 15 Feb 2024 - 25 Sep 2026
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Mental Health Issues and Perception of Barriers to Mental Health Services Experienced by the LGBTQ Community in Malaysia
IMU Internal Research Grant | 15 Feb 2024 - 29 Aug 2025
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A qualitative study: Exploring the lived experience of Malaysian emerging adults who bounced back after dropping out from university programme.
IMU Internal Research Grant | 11 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
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Multiple Case Study on Undergraduate’s Holistic Success: Environmental Lighting, Motivation and Emotional Wellbeing
IMU Internal Research Grant | 11 Jan 2024 - 26 Sep 2025
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Perceptions and attitudes of mental health help-seeking amongst Malaysian men
IMU Internal Research Grant | 11 Jan 2024 - 26 Sep 2025
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Comparing the effectiveness of individual and group therapy for Generation-Z undergraduate students with perceived stress: A randomised pilot study
IMU Internal Research Grant | 16 Nov 2023 - 30 Apr 2025
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A mixed method study of familiarity with mental illness (versus physical illness), societal stigma, saving face, and willingness to seek professional mental health (versus physical health) attitude among Malaysian men.
IMU Internal Research Grant | 04 Apr 2023 - 30 Aug 2024
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Understanding the perception and factors in deciding to seek faith healing.
IMU Internal Research Grant | 23 Mar 2023 - 01 Sep 2023
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The moderation effect of attributional style on the relationship between doomscrolling and anxiety
IMU Internal Research Grant | 01 Mar 2023 - 31 Aug 2023
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The Lived Experiences of Caregivers Taking Care of Their Loved Ones with Depression and Anxiety
IMU Internal Research Grant | 01 Mar 2023 - 31 Aug 2023
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An In-depth Inquiry: Malaysian Young Adults’ Experience on Childhood Family Instability
IMU Internal Research Grant | 01 Mar 2023 - 30 Aug 2023
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Coping with Doomscrolling: An in-depth inquiry of live experiences of young adult in Klang Valley, Malaysia
IMU Internal Research Grant | 01 Mar 2023 - 31 Aug 2023
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Quantitative Analysis of Creative Self-Efficacy amongst University Students in Malaysia
IMU Internal Research Grant | 27 Feb 2023 - 29 Feb 2024
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A Basic Qualitative Study on Malaysian Emerging Adults in Klang Valley: Factors and Development of Gender Role Identity
IMU Internal Research Grant | 27 Feb 2023 - 29 Feb 2024
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A Phenomenological Study: Communication Effects of Bi/Multilingual Adult Third Culture Kids (ATCK)’s on University Friendships/Romantic Relationships
IMU Internal Research Grant | 14 Nov 2022 - 31 Oct 2023
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Lived Experiences of Cross-racial Friendships among Malaysian Undergraduates: Malaysian Food Cuisine and Festivals
IMU Internal Research Grant | 26 Sep 2022 - 29 Dec 2023
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Abusive Romantic Relationship among Malaysian Young Adults: Do Attachment Styles, Perceived Social Support, and Optimism affect Resilience?
IMU Internal Research Grant | 26 Sep 2022 - 31 Oct 2023
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Abusive Romantic Relationships among Malaysian Young Adults: Do Attachment Styles, Perceived Social Support, and Mindfulness affect Interpersonal Sensitivity?
IMU Internal Research Grant | 14 Sep 2022 - 31 Oct 2023
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Mental Health Practitioners' Perspectives and Lived Experiences of Helping Male Survivors of Sexual Harassment
IMU Internal Research Grant | 01 Jun 2022 - 30 Nov 2023
Publications
Research Articles
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A Scoping Review of Tabletop Role-Playing Game (TTRPG) as Psychological Intervention: Potential Benefits and Future Directions
PSYCHOLOGY RESEARCH AND BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT 2024
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Single Case Study: Malaysian Male Chinese Young Adult’s Decision to Leave Abusive Romantic Relationship
MALAYSIAN JOURNAL OF SOCIAL SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES (MJSSH) 2023
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Malaysian Stereotypes on Adolescents Involved in Delinquency: Acquaintances vs Close Friends
MALAYSIAN JOURNAL OF SOCIAL SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES (MJSSH) 2023
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Predictors of Malaysian Men's Willingness to Seek Help from Professional Mental Health Services
JOURNAL OF MENS HEALTH 2023
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Welfare and Challenges of Malaysian Adults who Adopt Voluntary Simplicity Lifestyle
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCE 2022
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Malaysian Chinese youths: Learning CTRT is fun and impactful!
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CHOICE THEORY & REALITY THERAPY 2019
Other Publications
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The Element of Trust among Malaysian Adults: Attachment Styles, Mentoring and Collectivistic Culture
Asian Social Psychology in the Face of Global Challenges: Achievements and Opportunities | 13 Jul 2023
Books
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Emerald Publishing Limited (2024). Saving Face in the Family Business: Communication Across Different Generations
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IGI Global (2019). Revised Reality Therapy: A New Intervention to Help Boost Self-Esteem in Malaysian Secondary Schools
Medias
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Conflicts Enfold: Pursuing One’s Identity in a Family Business.
The Marketing Edge. Malaysia. | 04 Apr 2022
Supervisions
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Sabrina Ang Yi Xin | Undergraduate | 11 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
Thesis: A qualitative study: Exploring the lived experience of Malaysian emerging adults who bounced back after dropping out from university programme.
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Yang Xing Zhi | Undergraduate | 11 Jan 2024 - 26 Sep 2025
Thesis: Multiple Case Study on Undergraduate’s Holistic Success: Environmental Lighting, Motivation and Emotional Wellbeing
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Raja Putri Hasya Qistina binti Raja Hanizam Putra | Undergraduate | 14 Nov 2022 - 31 Oct 2023
Thesis: A Phenomenological Study: Communication Effects of Bi/Multilingual Adult Third Culture Kids (ATCK)’s on University Friendships/Romantic Relationships
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Khadijah Razi Fakih | Undergraduate | 14 Nov 2022 - 31 Oct 2023
Thesis: A Phenomenological Study: Communication Effects of Bi/Multilingual Adult Third Culture Kids (ATCK)’s on University Friendships/Romantic Relationships
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Safiyyah Binti Shamshuldali | Undergraduate | 26 Sep 2022 - 29 Dec 2023
Thesis: Lived Experiences of Cross-racial Friendships among Malaysian Undergraduates: Malaysian Food Cuisine and Festivals
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Muhammad Irfan Farhan | Undergraduate | 26 Sep 2022 - 29 Dec 2023
Thesis: Lived Experiences of Cross-racial Friendships among Malaysian Undergraduates: Malaysian Food Cuisine and Festivals
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Woon Jia Hui | Undergraduate | 26 Sep 2022 - 31 Oct 2023
Thesis: Abusive Romantic Relationship among Malaysian Young Adults: Do Attachment Styles, Perceived Social Support, and Optimism affect Resilience?
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Chan Xin Yi | Undergraduate | 14 Sep 2022 - 31 Oct 2023
Thesis: Abusive Romantic Relationships among Malaysian Young Adults: Do Attachment Styles, Perceived Social Support, and Mindfulness affect Interpersonal Sensitivity?
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Muhammad Amir Azim Zurin Adnan | Master (Coursework) | 01 Jun 2022 - 30 Nov 2023
Thesis: Mental Health Practitioners' Perspectives and Lived Experiences of Helping Male Survivors of Sexual Harassment
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Sabiel Naqvi Shah | Undergraduate | 06 Sep 2021 - 15 Jul 2022
Thesis: The Relationship between Procrastination Attitude, Lifestyle Habits and Depression among Undergraduates
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RACHEL CHAI JING LING | Undergraduate | 06 Sep 2021 - 15 Jul 2022
Thesis: Expectations versus Reality: Felt Understanding and Empowerment in an Organization
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KRISTY CHONG YI LING | Undergraduate | 06 Sep 2021 - 15 Jul 2022
Thesis: MACHIAVELLIANISM TRAIT AMONG MALAYSIAN YOUNG ADULTS: AVOIDANT ATTACHMENT TENDENCIES AND PERCEPTION OF TRUST TOWARDS CLOSE FRIENDS AND ACQUAINTANCES
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Hessa Syabirah Abdul Manaf | Undergraduate | 06 Sep 2021 - 15 Jul 2022
Thesis: Reverse Culture Shock, Conformity to Home Culture Norms and Self Perceived Cultural Identity as Predictors of Psychological Well Being among Asian Adult Third Culture Kids (ATCKs) Upon Re-entry
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Kim Hanvit | Undergraduate | 06 Sep 2021 - 15 Jul 2022
Thesis: Predictors of seeking professional psychological help among Koreans: A comparison between young and old generations
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Chen Shaynae | Undergraduate | 06 Sep 2021 - 15 Jul 2022
Thesis: Malaysian Stereotypes on Adolescents Who Are Involved in Delinquency: Acquaintances vs Close Friends
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Poonam Murugananthan | Undergraduate | 06 Sep 2021 - 15 Jul 2022
Thesis: Workplace Discrimination: The Lived Experiences of Malays, Chinese and Indians in Klang Valley
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Yap Kian Sheng | Undergraduate | 06 Sep 2021 - 15 Jul 2022
Thesis: Single Case Study: Malaysian Male Chinese Young Adult’s Decision to Leave Abusive Romantic Relationship
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Chan Wann Yi | Undergraduate | 06 Sep 2021 - 15 Jul 2022
Thesis: The relationship between the lack of intimacy, sexual satisfaction and love language on compulsive pornography consumption among Malaysian young adults
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Brendon Ban Ren Jie | Undergraduate | 06 Sep 2021 - 15 Jul 2022
Thesis: "Being strong despite the confusion": Predictors of perceived identity threat among Malaysian LGBTQ+
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Sarah Binti Ahmad Azly | Undergraduate | 29 Mar 2021 - 01 Dec 2021
Thesis: Third Culture Kid Undergraduates: The Relationship Between Need for Closure, Perceived Sense of Belonging and Life Satisfaction
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Yip Wei Zern | Undergraduate | 29 Mar 2021 - 01 Dec 2021
Thesis: Video Gaming: Perceived improved Cognitive function of 5 gaming genres as a motivating factor which leads to gaming satisfaction.
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Jezebel Siong Jing | Undergraduate | 29 Mar 2021 - 01 Dec 2021
Thesis: The Relationship Between Pornography Consumption, False Expectations of Partner’s Physical Appearances, Sexual Intimacy, and Romantic Relationship Satisfaction among Malaysian Young Adults
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Yee Yi | Undergraduate | 29 Mar 2021 - 01 Dec 2021
Thesis: Overcoming Marital Challenges: Motivating Factors That Empower Married Malaysian Women
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Yong Shu Ching | Undergraduate | 29 Mar 2021 - 01 Dec 2021
Thesis: Lived Experiences of Malaysian Adults Who Adopt Voluntary Simplicity Lifestyle
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Koh Wei Ming | Undergraduate | 29 Mar 2021 - 01 Dec 2021
Thesis: Lived Experiences of Undergraduates from Rural Areas Studying in Taylor’s University: Online Peer Pressure and Conformity during Pandemic
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Kenaidy Adan | Undergraduate | 29 Mar 2021 - 01 Dec 2021
Thesis: Lived-Experiences and Psychological Effects of Pollution on Residents in Polluted Areas in Malaysia
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Shivakaaminii | Undergraduate | 29 Mar 2021 - 01 Dec 2021
Thesis: “Am I asking for it?”: Unraveling Predictors to the Fear and Tolerance of Sexual Harassment
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Navanithaa Maheswaran | Undergraduate | 29 Mar 2021 - 01 Dec 2021
Thesis: Role of Gender and Age in Revealing Oneself as part of the LGBTQ+ Community in Asia
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Luvlynn Kaur A/P Harbans Singh | Undergraduate | 29 Mar 2021 - 01 Dec 2021
Thesis: Lived Experiences of Gender Inequality in the Workplace: Perceptions from Both Male and Female Managers
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Leen Ahmed | Undergraduate | 29 Mar 2021 - 01 Dec 2021
Thesis: Predictors of Sexual Harassment Attitudes Towards Women: Religiosity, Gender Role Attitudes and Sexism