Weekly Press Release of Istanbul Gelisim University (Issue 289) (28 April-2 May 2025)

BEWARE OF MENTAL HEALTH AFTER EARTHQUAKE! Emphasizing the importance of psychological preparedness against disasters after the earthquake in the Marmara region, Istanbul Gelisim University Psychology Department Head Asst. Prof. Bülent Tansel shared applicable recommendations for both adults and children. Although the earthquake that occurred in Istanbul on April 23 and was felt throughout the city did not cause physical destruction, it brought the fear of earthquakesback to the agenda in the society. Stating that the psychological effects of such disasters should not be ignored, especially for children and individuals with high levels of anxiety, Asst. Prof. Bülent Tansel explained psychological support methods. https://gelisim.edu.tr/en/gelisim-news-beware-of-mental-health-after-earthquake