Lamia Abdullah Al-Adsani
King Faisal University, Saudi ArabiaPresentation Title:
Exploring psychological phobia among university students based on some demographic variables
Abstract
The present study aimed to investigate the level of phobia among university students in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and to explore the differences in phobia levels based on a number of demographic variables, namely gender, marital status, and type of residence. The study sample consisted of 385 male and female students selected using a random sampling method. The descriptive approach was employed, utilizing the Marks & Matthews Phobia Scale (1979). The results revealed a generally low level of phobia among university students. The most anxiety-provoking items on the scale were related to social phobia. Regarding differences, the study found no statistically significant differences in phobia levels based on gender (male/female) or marital status (single/married). However, statistically significant differences were observed in phobia levels according to the type of residence, in favor of students living alone. In light of the results, the study recommends the activation of targeted psychological and educational counseling programs for university students, with the aim of strengthening their psychological resilience and equipping them to cope with various sources of phobia. It also emphasizes the importance of providing additional support to students who live alone, as well as conducting further research to explore the variables that may contribute to the development and explanation of different types of phobia.
Biography
Lamia Abdullah Aladsani is an Assistant Professor of Psychological Counseling at King Faisal University in Alhassa, Saudi Arabia. She specializes in psychological counseling and psychotherapy, with extensive experience teaching advanced courses for Master’s students. She began her professional career at the Institute of Intellectual Education under the Ministry of Education, where she worked for two years. She later joined King Faisal University as a Teaching Assistant and was promoted to Lecturer, and subsequently to Assistant Professor. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education (2009), a Master’s in Guidance and Psychological Counseling from King Faisal University (2019), and a Ph.D. in Psychological Counseling from Umm Al-Qura University in Makkah (2023). Her research focuses on psychotherapy, counseling techniques, and the integration of innovative therapeutic approaches. In 2025, she was awarded a U.S. Patent for developing an innovative therapy model for psychological treatment, reflecting a strong synthesis of academic rigor and practical innovation. She has published several peer-reviewed research papers and participated in specialized training programs in counseling, psychotherapy, and scientific research. She is fluent in Arabic and English and possesses strong personal, analytical, and computer skills.
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