Ghada Shahrour, Ph.D., PMHCNS, RN. Associate Professor University of Science & Technology. Jordan,

Ghada Shahrour, Ph.D., PMHCNS, RN, is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Nursing at
Jordan University of Science and Technology in Jordan.
Professional Biography: Dr. Ghada Shahrour
Ghada Shahrour, Ph.D., PMHCNS, RN, is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Nursing at
Jordan University of Science and Technology in Jordan, specializing in Psychiatric/Mental
Health Nursing. Currently, she’s on sabbatical leave at Ras Al-Khaimah Medical and Health
Sciences University (RAKMHSU), UAE. Her dedication to the field has earned her prominent
leadership roles, including her current position as Chief Coordinator of Academic Advising at
RAKMHSU. She has also held several administrative positions at Jordan University of Science
and Technology (JUST), including Head of the Department of Community and Mental Health
Nursing, Assistant Dean of Student Affairs, Manager of Student Housing, and Manager of the
Youth Health Clinic. She’s one of the cofounders of the Psychological Sciences Association
(PSA) in Jordan and held the position of vice president for one year.
Dr. Shahrour earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from Jordan University of Science
and Technology in 2006, followed by a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with a
specialization in Psychiatric Nursing from Kent State University, USA. She continued her
studies at Kent State University, earning a Ph.D. in Nursing in 2017.
Professionally, Dr. Shahrour has made significant contributions to education, research, and
leadership. Her scholarly work is widely recognized, with numerous publications in reputable
international journals focusing on psychiatric and mental health nursing. She has been actively
engaged in disseminating educational workshops and scholarly research, both nationally and
internationally.
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Summary:
In this episode of "NursesTalking," I had the great privilege of speaking with Dr. Ghada Shahrour, an associate professor specializing in psychiatric mental health nursing at Jordan University of Science and Technology. Currently on sabbatical at Ras Al Khaimah Medical and Health Sciences University in the UAE, Dr. Shahrour shares her journey into nursing, highlighting her early responsibilities as a caregiver for her siblings and her eventual decision to pursue nursing against her father's initial opposition.
Dr. Shahrour discusses the historical stigma surrounding the nursing profession, particularly in Jordan, and emphasizes the need for nurses to advocate for themselves and their profession. She reflects on the importance of mental health awareness, addressing the cultural stigmas associated with mental disorders in the Middle East, and the necessity of promoting mental wellness alongside treating mental illness.
The conversation also touches on the challenges nurses face in recognizing and addressing mental health issues in patients, particularly in general hospital settings. Dr. Shahrour advocates for empowering nurses to take care of their own mental and physical health, as well as the importance of effective communication skills in nursing practice.
Additionally, Dr. Shahrour shares insights from her research on school bullying and its connection to mental health, emphasizing the need for early recognition of bullying behaviors and the impact they have on both victims and perpetrators.
In closing, Dr. Shahrour encourages nurses to be proud of their profession, to advocate for themselves, and to strive for a positive impact in the lives of others.
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