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| Unit | FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND LETTERS |
| PSYCHOLOGY PR. | |
| Code | PSI481 |
| Name | Disaster and Trauma Psychology |
| Term | 2026-2027 Academic Year |
| Semester | 7. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 5 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | E Elective |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi BATTAL GÖKTÜRK GÖK |
| Course Instructor |
The current term course schedule has not been prepared yet.
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Course Goal / Objective
The course content consists of the historical and theoretical foundations of trauma and disaster concepts; types and classification of traumatic events; post-traumatic stress disorder, acute stress disorder, and other trauma-related disorders; disasters worldwide and in Türkiye; national disaster organization, disaster preparedness, AFAD, TAMP, and TARAP; stages of disaster and its psychosocial impact; fundamental principles of disaster psychology and psychosocial intervention approaches; psychological first aid and crisis intervention; trauma in children and adolescents; evidence-based trauma treatments (CBT, EMDR, prolonged exposure); loss and bereavement; complex trauma; secondary traumatic stress, compassion fatigue, post-traumatic growth, and ethical issues.
Course Content
The aim of this course is to enable students to approach the concepts of trauma and disaster from a multidimensional perspective; and to enable them to recognise and discuss the psychological impacts of traumatic events and disasters at both the individual and societal levels, the associated psychopathologies (post-traumatic stress disorder, acute stress disorder, complex trauma, loss and bereavement, etc.), theoretical approaches, assessment processes, and evidence-based intervention strategies from a scientific and critical standpoint.
Course Precondition
Successful completion of the courses PSI303 Psychopathology 1 and PSI304 Psychopathology 2.
Resources
Briere, J. N., & Scott, C. (2014). Principles of trauma therapy: A guide to symptoms, evaluation, and treatment (2nd ed., DSM-5 update). SAGE Publications.
Notes
Keser, E. (Ed.). (2021). Kayıp ve yas psikolojisi. Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Defines the concepts, types and historical-theoretical foundations of trauma and disasters. |
| LO02 | Explains the diagnostic criteria for PTSD, acute stress disorder, complex trauma and other trauma-related disorders. |
| LO03 | Plans psychosocial interventions following a disaster. |
| LO04 | Anticipates psychosocial issues that may arise from working in the field of disasters and emergencies. |
| LO05 | Discusses the principles of post-traumatic psychological assessment, clinical interview techniques and standardised measurement tools. |
| LO06 | Classifies the psychological first aid, crisis intervention, and psychosocial support methods applied in disaster and crisis situations. |
| LO07 | Compares evidence-based treatment approaches for trauma (CBT, EMDR, prolonged exposure) and evaluates the evidence of their effectiveness. |
| LO08 | Explains the concepts of secondary traumatic stress, compassion fatigue, post-traumatic growth, and the ethical responsibilities of working in the field of trauma. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains the approaches and concepts related to the theoretical and application areas of psychology. | 4 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Comprehends other basic sciences (eg, sociology, biology, philosophy) related to psychology, and establishes a multidisciplinary perspective. | 3 |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains the development of psychology from the historical perspective | |
| PLO04 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Applies the knowledge of psychology for the application areas | 3 |
| PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Applies the methods and techniques of psychology by developing scientific understanding, critical thinking, creative thinking, and problem-solving skills. | |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Studies human cognitive, emotional and behavioral processes with scientific methods. | 4 |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Conducts basic and applied psychology research | |
| PLO08 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Applies the methods and techniques of psychology in an interdisciplinary team. | |
| PLO09 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Uses knowledge of psychology to serve society and humanity on the basis of universal and national needs | 5 |
| PLO10 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Demonstrates a sense of responsibility as an individual and team member in solving problems related to the area. | 5 |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Demonstrates life-long learning and research awareness. | |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Effectively shows his knowledge and skills among experts and non-specialists. | 4 |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Use information and communication technologies effectively. | |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Shows awareness of events and developments on the agenda of the society and the world. | 5 |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Demonstrates a sense of professional responsibility expressed in the Code of Ethics of The Turkish Psychological Association. | 5 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to the Course: Historical Development of Trauma and Disaster Studies | Preliminary research, reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası |
| 2 | Trauma and Disaster: Basic Concepts, Definitions, and Types | Preliminary research, reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası |
| 3 | Disasters in the World and in Türkiye | Preliminary research, reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası |
| 4 | National Disaster Organization: Disaster Preparedness, AFAD, TAMP, and TARAP | Preliminary research, reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası |
| 5 | Disaster: Stages and Psychosocial Impact | Preliminary research, reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası |
| 6 | The Nature of the Psychological Impact of Disasters: Conservation of Resources Theory | Preliminary research, reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası |
| 7 | Trauma in Children and Adolescents: Impacts of Disaster and Intervention Approaches | Preliminary research, reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Review of Weeks 1-7 | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | The Traumatic Stress Impact of Disasters: The ripple effect of trauma, secondary victims and disaster and emergency workers | Preliminary research, reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası |
| 10 | Post-Traumatic Psychological Assessment: Clinical Interviews and Assessment Tools | Preliminary research, reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası |
| 11 | Post-Disaster Psychosocial Interventions: General Principles | Preliminary research, reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası |
| 12 | Psychological First Aid and Crisis Intervention in Disasters | Preliminary research, reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası |
| 13 | Loss and Bereavement | Preliminary research, reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası |
| 14 | Complex PTSD, Childhood Traumas, and Developmental Trauma | Preliminary research, reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası |
| 15 | Secondary Traumatic Stress, Compassion Fatigue, Post-Traumatic Growth, and Ethical Issues | Preliminary research, reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası |
| 16 | Term Exams | Comprehensive Review | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | Comprehensive Review | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 16 | 16 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 25 | 25 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 125 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 5,00 | ||
| ECTS | 5 ECTS | ||