al-Duktur Hamid Abd al-Salam Zahran
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Hamid Abd al-Salam Zahran was an Egyptian specialist and professor of psychology, known for his work in psychological counseling and mental health, including his treatise al-Tawjih wal-Irshad al-Nafsi (Psychological Guidance and Counseling) .
Academic Research and Contributions
Zahran focused on psychological guidance, developmental studies, and psychometrics, addressing theoretical foundations alongside practical applications in clinical and educational settings . In developmental and clinical psychology, he authored Ilm Nafs al-Numuww: al-Tufulah wal-Murahaqah (Developmental Psychology: Childhood and Adolescence) and al-Sihhah al-Nafsiyyah wal-Ilaaj al-Nafsi (Mental Health and Psychotherapy) . His research also addressed religious psychotherapy and the role of counseling derived from Islamic principles in dealing with youth issues .
In psychological testing and assessment, Zahran developed verbal and pictorial intelligence tests for middle and secondary school students . He collaborated with Fu'ad Abu Hatab and other researchers on adapting and standardizing the Draw-a-Man test for the Saudi environment, and devised a values questionnaire with Ijlal Sirri . He also addressed the academic and practical training required for school counselors, advocating structured professional preparation and continuing education for practitioners .
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al-Tawjih wal-Irshad al-Nafsi (Psychological Guidance and Counseling) is an academic treatise on psychological counseling completed in 1397 AH (1977 CE). Designed for students, practitioners, and clinical counselors, the book provides a systematic overview of theoretical frameworks, diagnostic procedures, practical techniques, and organizational programs within the counseling profession.