Mojtaba Habibi Asgarabad
Research
Research Statement:
My research focuses on clinical health and/or developmental psychology, with a particular emphasis on reducing risk factors and improving outcomes for individuals with various health conditions. Through my extensive network of international collaborators and my prospective academic position, I aim to engage in research projects on an international and institutional level, including clinical settings such as hospitals.
Collaborating with researchers from Austria, North America, Sweden, Hong Kong, Canada, and Norway, I seek to develop and implement prevention and intervention strategies to address the needs of cancer survivors, addicts, individuals with depression, insomnia, and eating disorders. By leveraging the expertise and resources within this diverse network, we can make significant strides in understanding and mitigating these health challenges.
I possess a strong interest in both traditional and advanced quantitative methods, with demonstrated skills in qualitative research. My previous work has encompassed cross-cultural perspectives on identity, positive youth development, resilience, and physical and mental health. I have actively participated in international Positive Youth Development research groups, including the cross-national project at the University of Bergen and Texas Tech University.
My research interests span child and adolescent psychopathology, attachment, risk behavior, identity, psychological testing, psychometrics, and intervention research such as cognitive rehabilitation. My research efforts are rooted in developmental science, applied developmental science, and public health approaches, such as prevention science. I have primarily focused on positive youth development and adolescent problem behaviors, aiming to enhance life skills, identity development, and healthy adolescent sexuality.
Establishing outreach research partnerships with schools and communities is another key aspect of my research. Through these collaborations, I aim to create and evaluate interventions that positively impact the lives of young people and, in some cases, prevent problem behaviors. This outreach research initiative exemplifies my commitment to making a practical difference in the lives of individuals and communities.
In summary, my research statement outlines my dedication to international collaboration, prevention and intervention strategies, and the exploration of positive youth development and problem behaviors across various health domains. With my extensive research experience, methodological expertise, and network of collaborators, I am well-equipped to contribute to the advancement of health and/or developmental psychology research on a global scale.
Publications
2025
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Kholghi, Habibeh;
Asgarabad, Mojtaba Habibi;
Alhosseini, Khadijeh Abolmaali;
Dehghani, Fahimeh;
Semple, Randye J..
(2025)
The effectiveness of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy for children on anxiety, attentional control, and emotion regulation in children: a study protocol.
Other
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Amirian, Mohadeseh;
Khezeli, Mehdi;
Afshari, Atefeh;
Khezeli, Mohsen;
Shiri, Neda;
Narimani, Sajjad.
(2025)
Psychosocial drivers of adolescent suicide attempts in Iran: a phenomenological study of risk factors and lived experiences.
International Journal of Adolescence and Youth
Academic article
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Darharaj, Mohammad;
Roshanpajouh, Mohsen;
Amini, Mahdi;
Shrier, Lydia A.;
Hamraz, Iman;
Asgarabad, Mojtaba Habibi.
(2025)
Effect of mobile-based ecological momentary motivational enhancement therapy on cannabis use temptation and dependence severity among Iranian young adults with cannabis use disorder: A randomized clinical trial.
Drug and Alcohol Dependence
Academic article
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Uka, Fitim;
Zharku, Lum;
Maliqi, Rineta;
Asgarabad, Mojtaba Habibi;
Podrimqaku, Dorentina;
Musliu, Arian.
(2025)
Fostering positive mental health outcomes: exploring the impact of internal cohesion psychotherapy on self-esteem, self-regulation, and motivation among youth with mood disorders.
BMC Psychology
Academic article
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Asgarabad, Mojtaba Habibi;
Yegaei, Pardis Salehi;
Bromandnia, Parishad;
Ciarrochi, Joseph;
Mastrotheodoros, Stefanos;
Wiium, Nora.
(2025)
Personal growth initiative: confirmatory factor analysis, gender invariance, and external validity of the Persian version.
Frontiers in Psychology
Academic article
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Asgarabad, Mojtaba Habibi;
Yegaei, Pardis Salehi;
Pour, Nazanin Seyed Yaghoubi;
Khodaie, Ebrahim;
Wilkinson, Ross B.;
Wiium, Nora.
(2025)
Maternal, paternal, and peer attachment and adolescent behavior problems: a validation study of the Inventory of Parent and Peer Attachment (IPPA-45).
BMC Psychology
Academic article
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Asgarabad, Mojtaba Habibi;
Vesely, Stepan;
Klöckner, Christian Andreas Nikolaus.
(2025)
Patterns of household electricity consumption in Norway as a function of psychological factors, socio-economic constellations and access to electric appliances.
Consumption and Society
Academic article
Journal publications
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Amirian, Mohadeseh;
Khezeli, Mehdi;
Afshari, Atefeh;
Khezeli, Mohsen;
Shiri, Neda;
Narimani, Sajjad.
(2025)
Psychosocial drivers of adolescent suicide attempts in Iran: a phenomenological study of risk factors and lived experiences.
International Journal of Adolescence and Youth
Academic article
-
Darharaj, Mohammad;
Roshanpajouh, Mohsen;
Amini, Mahdi;
Shrier, Lydia A.;
Hamraz, Iman;
Asgarabad, Mojtaba Habibi.
(2025)
Effect of mobile-based ecological momentary motivational enhancement therapy on cannabis use temptation and dependence severity among Iranian young adults with cannabis use disorder: A randomized clinical trial.
Drug and Alcohol Dependence
Academic article
-
Uka, Fitim;
Zharku, Lum;
Maliqi, Rineta;
Asgarabad, Mojtaba Habibi;
Podrimqaku, Dorentina;
Musliu, Arian.
(2025)
Fostering positive mental health outcomes: exploring the impact of internal cohesion psychotherapy on self-esteem, self-regulation, and motivation among youth with mood disorders.
BMC Psychology
Academic article
-
Asgarabad, Mojtaba Habibi;
Yegaei, Pardis Salehi;
Bromandnia, Parishad;
Ciarrochi, Joseph;
Mastrotheodoros, Stefanos;
Wiium, Nora.
(2025)
Personal growth initiative: confirmatory factor analysis, gender invariance, and external validity of the Persian version.
Frontiers in Psychology
Academic article
-
Asgarabad, Mojtaba Habibi;
Yegaei, Pardis Salehi;
Pour, Nazanin Seyed Yaghoubi;
Khodaie, Ebrahim;
Wilkinson, Ross B.;
Wiium, Nora.
(2025)
Maternal, paternal, and peer attachment and adolescent behavior problems: a validation study of the Inventory of Parent and Peer Attachment (IPPA-45).
BMC Psychology
Academic article
-
Asgarabad, Mojtaba Habibi;
Vesely, Stepan;
Klöckner, Christian Andreas Nikolaus.
(2025)
Patterns of household electricity consumption in Norway as a function of psychological factors, socio-economic constellations and access to electric appliances.
Consumption and Society
Academic article
Part of book/report
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Kholghi, Habibeh;
Asgarabad, Mojtaba Habibi;
Alhosseini, Khadijeh Abolmaali;
Dehghani, Fahimeh;
Semple, Randye J..
(2025)
The effectiveness of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy for children on anxiety, attentional control, and emotion regulation in children: a study protocol.
Other