G Varshini
(Ph.D.), Psychology, Chanakya University, Bengaluru — Ongoing M.Sc. Psychology, Bishop Cotton Women’s Christian College, Bengaluru — 2023 B.Sc. Psychology, Journalism, Computer Science, Jyoti Nivas College Autonomous, Bengaluru — 2021Ph.D. Scholar
G Varshini
(Ph.D.), Psychology, Chanakya University, Bengaluru — Ongoing M.Sc. Psychology, Bishop Cotton Women’s Christian College, Bengaluru — 2023 B.Sc. Psychology, Journalism, Computer Science, Jyoti Nivas College Autonomous, Bengaluru — 2021My research explores the dynamic relationship between altruism and relationship satisfaction, focusing on how empathy and selfless concern shape the quality and longevity of human connections. I am particularly interested in understanding how individuals balance giving and receiving within their relationships, and how such prosocial behaviors influence emotional well-being and trust.
My doctoral study, titled “Altruism and Relationship Satisfaction,” examines how personality traits, attachment styles, and motivational factors contribute to helping behaviors within close and intimate relationships. Anchored in psychological frameworks such as the empathy–altruism hypothesis, social exchange theory, and attachment theory, the research investigates how empathic concern, fairness, and secure attachment foster altruistic behavior and relational harmony. By integrating these perspectives, I seek to highlight that altruism is not merely a moral virtue but a fundamental psychological process that strengthens interpersonal bonds and enhances satisfaction.
This research is an extension of my broader academic interest in prosocial behavior, emotional well-being, and the psychology of relationships. Through both academic training and clinical experience, I have observed that empathy and altruistic motivation are crucial to sustaining fulfilling human relationships. Understanding these patterns has significant implications not only for personal growth but also for therapeutic and educational practices that aim to enhance social connectedness and well-being.
Ultimately, my research aspires to contribute to the growing field of positive and interpersonal psychology by examining how the act of giving enriches both the giver and the receiver. I aim to demonstrate that altruism, when grounded in empathy and fairness, can serve as a pathway to enduring relationship satisfaction and collective emotional health.
G Varshini is a PhD Scholar in Psychology at Chanakya University, Bengaluru. Her research focuses on Altruism and Relationship Satisfaction, exploring how empathy, attachment, and prosocial motivation contribute to emotional well-being and relational harmony.
She holds an M.Sc. in Psychology from Bishop Cotton Women’s Christian College, Bengaluru, and a B.Sc. in Psychology, Journalism, and Computer Science from Jyoti Nivas College. Varshini has worked extensively as a Psychologist, Counselor, and Behavioral Therapist, contributing to child, adolescent, and adult mental health. She has served at Tiny Palms Child and Adult Therapy Centre, Listening Ears Speech Therapy and Autism Centre, and as a Counselor at United Mission Degree College, offering psychological guidance, stress management, and emotional support to students.
In addition, she has worked as a Higher Order Thinking Skills Instructor at Wizklub Learning Pvt. Ltd., where she focused on developing children’s critical thinking and problem-solving abilities through experiential learning.
Her academic and professional journey over the years reflects a deep commitment to understanding human behavior, promoting emotional intelligence, and fostering prosocial engagement. She continues to bridge theory and practice by studying the psychological roots of empathy and selflessness within relationships.
- (Ph.D.), Psychology, Chanakya University, Bengaluru — Ongoing
- M.Sc. Psychology, Bishop Cotton Women’s Christian College, Bengaluru — 2023
- B.Sc. Psychology, Journalism, Computer Science, Jyoti Nivas College Autonomous, Bengaluru — 2021
Project 1:
Title: Gaming and Mindfulness
- Duration: Jan 2023 – Sep 2023
- Purpose: A study to explore the relationship between mindfulness and gaming among young adults within Indian Context
- Description: A correlational study using standardized scales to explore the relationship between mindfulness and gaming
- Status: Completed
Project 2:
- Title: Multidimensional Self-Complexity Scale Development
- Duration: Jul 2022 – Dec 2022
- Purpose: To develop and validate a psychological scale assessing self-complexity.
- Status: Completed
Project 3:
- Title: Style Connection
- Duration: Feb 2021 – My 2021
- Purpose: To develop a Web Application using phpMyAdmin MySQL and CSS front-end and back-end.
- Status: Completed
- UGC–NET Qualified (PhD Eligibility)
- All Rounder Awardee, Bishop Cotton Women’s Christian College — 2021–2023
- Post Graduate Union President, Bishop Cotton Women’s Christian College — 2023
- Attendance Acer Award, Wizklub Learning Pvt. Ltd. — 2024
- Parent’s Choice Award, Wizklub Learning Pvt. Ltd. — 2024
- District Football Championship Winner, Government of Karnataka — 2016
- Intern — Hope: The Early Intervention Centre, Bengaluru (June 2023 – July 2023)
Assisted in intervention planning for children with developmental delays and supported individualized therapy strategies. - Intern — Nireeksha Rehabilitation Centre, Bengaluru (October 2023 – November 2023)
Conducted group therapy and behavioral management sessions; contributed to client documentation and assessment. - Life Skills Facilitator — MAARGA, Bengaluru (February 2023 – May 2023)
Facilitated workshops for adolescents focusing on communication, decision-making, and emotional intelligence.