أقسام علم النفس في الوطن العربي و اضطراب الهوية

Abstract EN

This paper analyses the current situation of the psychology departments in the Arab World, shedding the light on its identity disorders in the areas of intellectual, professional, managemental, philosophical, systematical, linguistic, and belongness.

The paper calls for creating shared identity for these departments, and reviews past efforts in this regard.

It also proposes that psychology in the Arab World should have its unique identity which stems from Islamic and Arabic culture, values, and history, and reflects its characteristics and needs.

The paper calls for psychology in this part of the world to support the development plans in its countries.

And to benefit from new trends in measurements and applications.

It also encourages collaborative work among Arab psychologists to develop new models and theories consistent with its culture and values.