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İstanbul Gelişim Üniversitesi Kurumsal Açık Erişim Arşivi

DSpace@Gelişim, İstanbul Gelişim Üniversitesi tarafından doğrudan ve dolaylı olarak yayınlanan; kitap, makale, tez, bildiri, rapor, araştırma verisi gibi tüm akademik kaynakları uluslararası standartlarda dijital ortamda depolar, Üniversitenin akademik performansını izlemeye aracılık eder, kaynakları uzun süreli saklar ve yayınların etkisini artırmak için telif haklarına uygun olarak Açık Erişime sunar.

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Investigation of Factors Affecting Risky Behaviors in University Students: A Cross-Sectional Field Study
(İstanbul Gelişim Üniversitesi Yayınları / Istanbul Gelisim University Press, 2025) İnanlı, Zeynep İrem; Kılınçel, Mehmet Oğuzhan; Elkin, Nurten
Aim: The aim of the study was to examine the factors influencing risky behaviors among university students. Various variables such as depression, anxiety, loneliness, and other conditions (gender, age, smoking and alcohol use, number of siblings, upbringing region, living arrangements) will be investigated in relation to risky behaviors. Method: The study sample consisted of 351 university students aged between 18 and 25, with 104 males and 247 females, who are studying at universities in Istanbul. The data were collected using the Beck Depression Scale, Beck Anxiety Scale, UCLA Loneliness Scale, and Risky Behaviors Scale-University Form. Results: The research findings have demonstrated a significant relationship between the level of depression and the tendency towards risky behaviors. Therefore, depression has a predictive effect on the increase in risky behaviors. Furthermore, a significant relationship was observed between the level of loneliness and risky behaviors, albeit in an inverse manner. An increase in the level of loneliness is associated with a decrease, rather than an increase, in the tendency towards risky behaviors. The research has also found a significant relationship between anxiety and the tendency towards risky behaviors. A significant relationship has been found among depression, anxiety, loneliness, and risky behaviors. Therefore, awareness and early intervention initiatives within the society hold considerable significance and importance. Conclusion: The research highlights the role of environment, family, and upbringing in young individuals’ mental health and behaviors. These findings provide insights into how various factors can contribute to the mental health and behavior of university students, offering valuable information for developing interventions and support systems tailored to their specific needs.
How Does 3D Printing-Based Assistive Device Training Shapes Cognitive Flexibility and Professional Behavior in Occupational Therapy Students?
(İstanbul Gelişim Üniversitesi Yayınları / Istanbul Gelisim University Press, 2025) Özkan, Şüheda; Sümengen, Ahmet
Aim: This study investigated the effectiveness of experience-based learning in 3D-printing-based assistive device training to shape occupational therapy students' cognitive flexibility and professional behavior skills. Method: Sixty undergraduate occupational therapy students were involved in this study and were randomly allocated to control or training group. The training group received six weeks of hands-on training in 3D-printing-based assistive devices. Informative brochures related to each week’s topics were provided to the control group for six weeks. Cognitive flexibility and professional behavior were measured with the Cognitive Flexibility Inventory and Professional Behavior Questionnaire before and after the training. Results: A significant improvement in post-training cognitive flexibility scores was observed in both the control group (p=0.020) and the training group (p=0.003). However, a significant in-group change in professional behavior was found only in the training group (p=0.001). Post-training professional behavior scores were significantly higher in the 3D-G compared to the CG, with a medium effect size for the difference (p=0.006; Cohen’s d=0.745). Conclusion: 3D printing-based assistive device training has fostered students’ professional behavior. Future studies are recommended to examine the short- and long-term effects of interdisciplinary and student-based training on cognitive flexibility and professional behavior.
Dosimetric Comparison of Field-in-Field and Intensity-Modulated Radiotherapy Techniques in Bilateral Breast Cancer Radiotherapy
(İstanbul Gelişim Üniversitesi Yayınları / Istanbul Gelisim University Press, 2025) Bilgiç, Erdi; Karakoç, Melike; Öğüt, Selim; Çoker, Eylem Gülce
Aim: This study aims to compare the dosimetric parameters, treatment efficiency, and organ-at-risk (OAR) sparing between field-in-field (FinF) and intensity-modulated radiotherapy (IMRT) techniques in the treatment of bilateral breast cancer. Method: Radiotherapy treatment plans were developed for 10 patients diagnosed with bilateral breast cancer using both FinF and IMRT techniques. Dosimetric parameters, including Dmax, V47.5, V46, D2, D50, and D98 for target volumes, were evaluated. Conformity index (CI) and homogeneity index (HI) were also assessed. Additionally, OAR doses were compared to determine the advantages and disadvantages of each technique. All plans were evaluated in accordance with international standards and quality control protocols. Results: Both techniques achieved clinically acceptable dose distributions. FinF plans demonstrated lower OAR doses and were more advantageous in terms of treatment time, number of fields, and segment count. Conversely, IMRT plans provided superior dose homogeneity and target coverage. Although IMRT required longer planning and treatment times due to higher segment numbers, OAR doses remained within acceptable limits and were consistent with the literature. Conclusion: The FinF technique remains a viable and efficient option in bilateral breast cancer radiotherapy, particularly in reducing OAR doses and treatment duration. However, IMRT offers better conformity and dose homogeneity, making it preferable when precise dose distribution is prioritized. Selection of the appropriate technique should be patient-specific, balancing clinical priorities and resource availability.
Evaluating the Effects of an Instrument-Assisted Stretching Technique on Plantar Fascia Mechanics: A Randomized Controlled Pilot Study
(İstanbul Gelişim Üniversitesi Yayınları / Istanbul Gelisim University Press, 2025) Sürenkök, Özgür; Balkışlı, Berna Çağla; Aydın, Gamze; Atıcı, Emine
Aim: Stretching exercises are a widely employed method in the rehabilitation of foot-ankle pathologies. The purpose of this study was to examine the effectiveness of various stretching exercises, implemented with the aid of a newly designed device, on plantar fascia stiffness in healthy individuals. Method: A double-blind randomized controlled pilot trial was conducted with nineteen healthy participants. Participants were divided into two groups: plantar fascia-specific stretching (PFSS) and Achilles tendon stretching (ATS). All participants performed the stretching exercises (PFSS or ATS) on their dominant leg using a specially designed instrument, while the non-dominant leg was stretched without it. Plantar fascia stiffness was measured with a myotonometer before and after the intervention. Each stretching session included 10 repetitions, held for 10 seconds. The Mann–Whitney U test was used for between-group comparisons, while the Wilcoxon signed-rank test was used to analyze within-group pre- and post-stretch differences. Results: Instrument-assisted stretching resulted in a significant increase in plantar fascia stiffness compared to traditional (non-instrument) stretching techniques in both PFSS (p=0.008) and ATS groups (p=0.005). No statistically significant differences were observed between PFSS and ATS with or without the instrument (p>0.05). Conclusion: This pilot study suggests that the novel instrument has the potential to enhance the effectiveness of stretching interventions for the plantar fascia. Incorporating instrument-assisted stretching techniques into rehabilitation plans may support future clinical applications.
Determination of the Relationship between Adolescents' Healthy Family Thoughts and Empathy Levels Towards Peer Bullying: A Cross-sectional Study
(İstanbul Gelişim Üniversitesi Yayınları / Istanbul Gelisim University Press, 2025) Elmaoğlu, Erhan; Şimşek, Ayşegül
Aim: Adolescence is a critical period in which individuals develop social skills and emotional awareness, and family structure plays an important role in this process. The aim of this study is to determine the relationship between adolescents' perceptions of healthy families and their empathy levels towards individuals who are bullied. Methods: The study was descriptive and cross-sectional. In the study, using a convenience sampling method, 325 adolescents between the ages of 15-19 living in Gaziantep were reached online. Data were gathered using a sociodemographic information form, the Healthy Family Scale, and the Empathy Toward the Victim of Peer Bullying Scale. Descriptive statistics, comparison analyses between variables and scales, and tests of association between scales were used to analyze the data. The significance level was 95% confidence interval. Results: The study was descriptive and cross-sectional. In the study, using a convenience sampling method, 325 adolescents between the ages of 15-19 living in Gaziantep were reached online. Data were gathered using a sociodemographic information form, the Healthy Family Scale, and the Empathy Toward the Victim of Peer Bullying Scale. Descriptive statistics, comparison analyses between variables and scales, and tests of association between scales were used to analyze the data. Conclusion: The findings show that healthy family functioning positively affects the empathic tendencies of adolescents. Especially mothers' education level and supportive communication within the family are determining factors in empathy development. In addition, the number of children in the family is one of the important variables affecting the level of empathy. The study highlights the importance of family-based intervention and support programs by emphasizing the impact of family structure on psychosocial development. As a result, it is recommended to develop interventions to strengthen family communication and support parents to increase the empathy levels of adolescents.