Impact of several worry factors on responsible behavior: the case of the 1999 earthquake in Turkey
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Factors that influence society's awareness of and preparedness for disasters are investigated on the basis of a survey conducted in 2000 using a representative sample size of 500 survivors living in temporary prefabricated houses. The basic findings of the survey indicate that education is the most important independent variable influencing preparedness for earthquake and hence more attention must be devoted to comprehensive educational activities.
Publication Name: International Journal of Mental Health
Subject: Psychology and mental health
ISSN: 0020-7411
Year: 2004
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The aftermath of the 1999 earthquake in Turkey: questions and answers
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The earthquake that took place on August 17, 1999, in the Marmara region of Turkey is highlighted and studies are conducted from 1971 to 2003 with disaster survivors in Turkey. A discussion of the results of these studies is presented and conclusions are drawn in order to integrate with the experience gained from the work onsite.
Publication Name: International Journal of Mental Health
Subject: Psychology and mental health
ISSN: 0020-7411
Year: 2004
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Psychiatric comorbidity in post-traumatic stress disorder among people seeking treatment after the Marmara earthquake
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The study determines the existing comorbidity of post-traumatic stress disorder among the treatment-seeking people one year after the 1999 Marmara earthquake. The survivors of a severe earthquake depicted a high rate of comorbidity, the most prevalent being a major depressive disorder.
Publication Name: International Journal of Mental Health
Subject: Psychology and mental health
ISSN: 0020-7411
Year: 2004
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