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Attitudes of Health Sciences Students in Turkey Towards Individuals With Different Sexual Orientations
(Womens Health & Action Research Centre, 2025) Deger, Vasfiye B.; Kacan, Havva; 09.01. Department of Nursing / Hemşirelik Bölümü; 9. Faculty of Health Sciences / Sağlık Bilimleri Fakültesi; 01. Mardin Artuklu University / Mardin Artuklu Üniversitesi
Study was planned in a descriptive design to examine how the empathic tendencies of students in the Faculty of Health Sciences affect their attitudes toward individuals who have different sexual orientations and was conducted with seven hundred and six students. The data collected online using the Student Information Form, Empathic Tendency Scale (ETS) and Attitudes Toward Lesbian and Gay Men Scale (ATLGS). Participants' mean scores were 62.98 +/- 18.79 on the ESS and 29.02 +/- 10.75 on the ATLGS. When the correlation between ETS and ATLGS scores was analyzed, a positive and moderate (p<0.05) correlation (r = 0.62) was found between ETS and ATLGS scores. These scores were moderate and the correlation between ETS and ATLGS scores was significant (F=438.585; p<0.05). Empathic disposition explained 38.3% of the total change in ATLGS level (R2=0.383) and increased ATLGS level (B=0.620). It was found that as students' empathic skills improved, their homophobic attitudes decreased.
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Discrimination Based on Sexual Orientation “Homophobia in Healthcare Employees”: a Cross-Sectional Study
(Springer, 2025) Deger, Vasfiye Bayram; Kacan, Havva
IntroductionThe study was conducted to examine the attitudes of healthcare employees toward homosexuals and the factors affecting them, while homophobic thoughts and behaviors are based on heteronormative cultural beliefs and gender stereotypes.MethodsThis study was planned as a cross-sectional and completed with 720 healthcare employees. The Demographic Information Form and Hudson and Ricketts Homophobia Scale were used in the study. Data were collected between January 06 and January 10, 2022.ResultsThe mean homophobia total score of the employees was determined as 97,503 +/- 25,807. Homophobia levels of male healthcare employees, those who thought homosexuality is a disease, and those who stated that homosexuality can be caused by taking an example had increasing homophobia levels. The level of homophobia decreases in the presence of homosexual friends, those who can talk freely about homosexuality, and healthcare employees who support same-sex marriage.ConclusionsRecognition of individuals with different sexual orientations by healthcare employees will reduce homophobic attitudes toward these individuals. Examining the level of homophobia in healthcare institutions and ensuring that discriminatory attitudes or behaviors toward individuals from different sexual orientations are determined to be effective on the quality of healthcare and access to healthcare services.Policy ImplicationsThere is a healthcare system in which patients are generally assumed to be heterosexual; healthcare employees are not prepared to work with Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transsexual patients in general. Studies conducted on this subject indicate that more studies are needed on the subject to implement a healthcare policy focusing on sexual diversity in healthcare services and to discuss healthcare practices for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transsexual population.
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Effect of Individual Psychoeducation for Primary Caregivers of Children With Autism on Internalized Stigma and Care Burden: a Randomized Controlled Trial
(Taylor & Francis Ltd, 2025) Kacan, Havva; Gumus, Funda; Deger, Vasfiye Bayram
This study aims to determine the effects of a six-week individual psychoeducation program provided to primary caregivers of children with autism on stigma and care burden. The study was conducted with 88 primary caregivers (experimental group n = 45, control group n = 43) of children diagnosed with autism. The study, prepared in an experimental design with a pretest, posttest, and control group, was performed between 17 June 2021 and 17 January 2022. In the study, a six-week individual psychoeducation was given to the experimental group. Study data were collected using a personal information form, the Internalized Stigma of Parents in Mental Illness Scale (ISPMIS), and the Caregiver Burden Scale (CBS).The mean pretest ISPMIS total score of the experimental group was X- =105.756 and the posttest total score after the psychoeducation was X- =66.489,which was a significant decrease (t = 25.571; p < 0.05). The mean CBS pretest total score of the experimental group was X- =61.067 and the posttest total score was X over bar =31.667, which was a significant decrease (t = 17.499;p < 0.05). The study revealed that the six-week individual psycho education provided to primary caregivers of children with autism decreased the participants' internalized stigma and perceived care burden.
The Effects of the Covid-19 Pandemic on the Anxiety Levels and Sleep Among University Students
(Galenos Publ House, 2023) Cifci, Sema; Deger, Vasfiye Bayram; Kacan, Havva; 09.01. Department of Nursing / Hemşirelik Bölümü; 9. Faculty of Health Sciences / Sağlık Bilimleri Fakültesi; 01. Mardin Artuklu University / Mardin Artuklu Üniversitesi
Objective: This study was conducted to examine the effects of the Coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19) pandemic on the anxiety and sleep levels of university students.Materials and Methods: The population of this descriptive study consisted of students who studied in health departments. The data were collected with a questionnaire that consisted of the descriptive characteristics form, Beck Anxiety Inventory, and Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index.Results: A total of 70.5% of the students who participated in the study were female. 9.0% of the students use drugs and 38.4% of them smoke. The difference between anxiety score averages and having a chronic disease, continuous drug use, smoking, and being a disabled person in the living environment is significant. Sleep quality scores were found to be "elevated" and significant for those who constantly used drugs, had a family member with a disability and/or a person over the age of 65, and those who smoked. It also affected the sleep quality scores of those who were infected with the Coronavirus, those who had family members with Coronavirus in their family, and/or students who had a relative who died from the Coronavirus.Conclusion: It can be argued that the anxiety frequency of the students increased and their sleep quality deteriorated during the COVID-19 pandemic period. Having a family member over the age of 65, having a disabled person, being infected with the Coronavirus and/or losing one of their relatives to the Coronavirus affected the anxiety and sleep quality scores of the students.
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Empowering Parents of Children With Disabilities: Assessing the Impact of a Child Sexual Abuse Psychoeducation Program in Türkiye
(Taylor & Francis Ltd, 2024) Kacan, Havva; Sakiz, Halis; 02.04. Department of Educational Sciences / Eğitim Bilimleri Bölümü; 02. Faculty of Letters / Edebiyat Fakültesi; 01. Mardin Artuklu University / Mardin Artuklu Üniversitesi
Child sexual abuse (CSA) is a pervasive problem that can have detrimental effects on the physical and mental health of children, as well as their families. Parents of children with disabilities (CWD) may face additional challenges in protecting their children from sexual abuse. This study aimed to examine the effects of a CSA psychoeducation program for parents of CWD. The program was designed to increase parental knowledge and attitudes towards CSA and prevention strategies, as well as to decrease parents' anxiety regarding the topic. A total of 93 parents of CWD participated in the study, with 45 being randomly assigned to the experimental group and 48 to the control group. The findings suggest that the CSA psychoeducation program was effective in increasing parental knowledge and attitudes towards CSA prevention strategies. The experimental group scored significantly higher than the control group in all domains of the Child sexual abuse knowledge/attitude scale for parents. Additionally, the program was effective in reducing parents' anxiety. This highlights the need for such programs to be implemented in schools and other community settings to increase parental awareness and prevent CSA.
Impact of a Psychoeducation on Caregiver Burden, Internalized Stigma, Anxiety, and Coping in Caregivers of Children With Epilepsy: a Randomized Pilot Study
(Wiley, 2025) Kacan, Havva; Sakiz, Halis
This pilot randomized trial examined the effects of a psychoeducational intervention on caregiving burden, anxiety, internalized stigma, and coping strategies among caregivers of children with epilepsy. Using a randomized design, 54 caregivers were assigned to either an experimental (n = 28) or control (n = 26) group. The 6-week intervention included psychoeducation, emotional support, and stress-management techniques aimed at enhancing caregivers' psychological well-being. Results showed significant reductions in caregiving burden (p = 0.000), internalized stigma (p = 0.000), and anxiety (p = 0.000) in the experimental group, while the control group showed no significant changes. Caregivers in the experimental group also adopted more adaptive coping strategies, including increased self-confidence (p = 0.000) and optimistic approaches (p = 0.001), greater reliance on social support (p = 0.001), and decreased use of helpless (p = 0.000) and submissive coping styles (p = 0.000). These findings demonstrate the feasibility and preliminary efficacy of psychoeducational interventions for improving caregiver well-being and suggest the need for a future large-scale definitive trial to confirm these effects.
The Relationship Between Mental Health Literacy and Psychological Support-Seeking Attitudes in Syrian Immigrant Students
(BMC, 2025) Kacan, Havva; Deger, Vasfiye Bayram; Cifci, Sema
Background The study was conducted to examine the relationship between mental health literacy and psychological support-seeking attitudes among Syrian immigrant university students. Materials and methods The population of the study consisted of 2000 Syrian immigrant students studying in different departments of a university, and the sample comprised 326 immigrant students. In the study, data were collected through Descriptive Questions, the Mental Health Literacy Scale (MHLS), and the Attitude Scale toward Receiving Professional Psychological Support-Short Form (ATSPPH-SF). Results The mean MHLS score of Syrian immigrant students was 11.804 +/- 3.434. The average score of the ATSPPH-SF was 58.245 +/- 8.131. A positive and moderate correlation was found between the total score of MHL and psychological support (r = 0.514, p < 0.01). The rate of explaining the effect of MHL on receiving psychological support was found as 26.2%. It was found that the increase in the level of knowledge positively affected the attitudes of the students to seek psychological support, and the belief-oriented dimension had a significant and positive effect on the attitude toward psychological support (B = 0.918, beta = 0.250, p < 0.001). A one-unit increase in the belief-oriented dimension provided a 0.918-unit increase in the psychological support attitude score. However, it was observed that the effect of this dimension was lower compared with the information-oriented dimension. This finding shows that belief-based approaches may positively affect the attitude toward psychological support, but their effect is limited. Conclusions It was determined that the MHL of the students was moderate and the attitudes of seeking psychological support were positive. There was a significant and positive relationship between the mental health literacy of Syrian immigrant students and seeking psychological support. It can be argued that initiatives to increase MHL can positively shape individuals' attitudes toward psychological support.
The Mediating Role of Psychological Resilience in the Relationship Between Workplace Violence and Job Stress Among Healthcare Workers
(BMC, 2025) Bayram Deger, Vasfiye; Cifci, Sema; Kacan, Havva
Background Workplace violence is a widespread, global public healthcare concern among healthcare employees. The present study aimed to examine the mediating role of psychological resilience in the relationship between workplace violence and job stress among healthcare employees. Materials and methods The population of the study, which had a descriptive and correlational design, consisted of all healthcare employees working in a hospital in the southeast of Turkey, and the study was completed with 515 healthcare employees. The data were collected between 20.05.2024 and 15.09.2024 using a face-to-face interview technique with a data form consisting of 4 sections. The data collection form consists of 4 sections: socio-demographic characteristics, Psychological Violence Behaviors at Workplace Scale, A Work Stress Scale-20, Brief Psychological Resilience Scale. The data were then analyzed by using the SPSS software. Descriptive statistics and parametric methods, Pearson Correlation Analysis, and Linear Regression were used in the evaluation of the data, and hierarchical regression analyses regarding the mediation effect were made by using the PROCESS Model 4. A p-value < 0.05 was accepted as significant in the analyses. Results A total of 55.9% of the participants were female and 44.1% were male. When the occupational distribution was evaluated, the largest group was nurses with 55.3%, followed by midwives with 12.6% and physicians with 7.4%. The total mean score on the Scale of Psychological Violence Behaviors in the Workplace was 37.27 +/- 39.51, the total mean score on the Short Psychological psychological resilience Scale was 20.41 +/- 4.32, and the total mean score on the Job Stress Scale was 46.51 +/- 20.72. A negative and significant relationship was detected between the psychological psychological resilience scale total score and the total score of Psychological Violence Behaviors in the Workplace. A positive and highly significant relationship was detected between the total score of the Job Stress Scale and the total score of Psychological Violence Behaviors in the Workplace. A negative and significant relationship was detected between psychological resilience and job stress. The effect of psychological violence in the workplace on psychological resilience was significant. Conclusion This study suggests that workplace violence increases job stress by weakening psychological resilience. Psychological resilience plays a partial role in moderating this effect. Reducing the negative impacts of Job Stress and psychological violence on individuals and protecting and developing the psychological resilience of healthcare staff is a critical priority for the well-being of employees and for institutions to achieve their sustainable targets.