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Adaptation of the vicarious resilience scale to Turkish: A validity and reliability study
No full textObjective: The 27-item Vicarious Resilience Scale (VRS) is the first tool developed to measure vicarious resilience in mental health professionals working with trauma survivors. Given that the VRS measures the positive impact on therapists resulting from observing the healing process of trauma victims, it is especially significant to evaluate its validity and reliability in Turkish culture. This study aims to adapt the VRS to Turkish and examine its psychometric properties. Method: VRS was adapted and administered via electronic survey to 337 mental health professionals from around the globe working with survivors of severe traumas, such as earthquake survivors. The validity of the VRS was examined using different techniques: confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) and criterion-related validity. Result: CFA yielded seven factors that were consistent with the original form: changes in life goals and perspective, client-inspired hope, increased recognition of clients' spirituality as a therapeutic resource, increased capacity for resourcefulness, increased self-awareness and self-care practices, increased consciousness of power and privilege relative to clients' social location, and increased capacity for remaining present while listening to trauma narratives. The Cronbach's alpha reliability of the VRS was found to be .95; it displayed positive correlations with posttraumatic growth, psychological resilience, and quality of life, indicating convergent validity. However, it had a negative correlation with depression, anxiety, and stress, indicating discriminant validity. Conclusion: The VRS is a valid and reliable measurement scale by professionals working with trauma survivors to aid the recognition and cultivation of vicarious resilience in Turkish mental health professionals
Strategic site selection methodology for small modular reactors: A case study in Türkiye
Get PDFSelecting the optimal site for Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) ensures operational efficiency and safety and aligns with growing energy demands and environmental goals. Given the unique challenges of climate change and the need for sustainable energy solutions, this study's innovative approach provides critical insights for making informed decisions that balance economic, environmental, and social factors. This study introduces a novel hybrid multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) approach for selecting optimal sites for SMR in Türkiye. The proposed methodology integrates Picture Fuzzy SWARA (PiF-SWARA) and Picture Fuzzy WASPAS (PiF-WASPAS) techniques to address site selection's complexities by evaluating criteria weights and alternative scores. PiF-SWARA is employed to determine the relative importance of five main criteria and 28 sub-criteria, providing a nuanced understanding of each criterion's impact. Subsequently, PiF-WASPAS ranks the alternative sites based on these weighted criteria. This approach ensures a robust evaluation by accommodating various uncertainties inherent in the decision-making process. The case study applied to Türkiye demonstrates the effectiveness of this method in identifying the most suitable locations for SMRs, highlighting its potential to advance the strategic planning of nuclear energy infrastructure. The study provides valuable insights for policymakers and stakeholders involved in energy planning and development. © 2025 Elsevier Lt
Towards eco-efficiency of OECD countries: How does environmental governance restrain the destructive ecological effect of the excess use of natural resources?
Get PDFDeveloped economies face mounting environmental challenges from excessive resource consumption, but we lack clear evidence on how environmental policies can best address these issues. This study investigates how environmental governance shapes resource use and ecological efficiency across nine OECD countries from 1997 to 2020. Our analysis reveals that stronger environmental policies significantly improve eco-efficiency: a 1 % increase in environmental governance effectiveness enhances eco-efficiency by 0.65–0.95 %, with the strongest effects observed in countries currently showing lower ecological efficiency. We find that increasing energy transition efforts and research and development investment each contribute to improved eco-efficiency (0.07–0.11 % and 0.19–0.35 % respectively), while excessive resource use reduces it by 0.07–0.03 %. Notably, our study introduces a novel analytical approach by examining how environmental policies moderate the negative impacts of resource overuse across different levels of ecological efficiency. This relationship proves especially important for countries struggling with lower eco-efficiency, where strong environmental governance can effectively offset the harmful effects of excessive resource consumption. These findings remain consistent across multiple measures of eco-efficiency and trade indicators, offering robust evidence for policymakers. Our research provides practical guidance for balancing economic development with environmental protection through targeted policy interventions, particularly in resource-intensive economies working to improve their ecological performance. © 2025 The Author(s
Evaluation of the impact of family-centered care training on pediatric nurses' attitudes
Get PDFObjective: This study aimed to evaluate the impact of structured Family-Centered Care training on pediatric nurses' attitudes toward Family-Centered Care. Methods: This quasi-experimental study utilized a pretest-posttest control group design with 140 pediatric nurses (70 intervention, 70 control). Conducted in public hospitals from March to August 2024, the intervention group received a four-week Family-Centered Care training. The Family-Centered Care Attitude Scale was used to measure attitudes, and data collection included a demographic data form administered both before the training and six weeks after its completion. Statistical analysis included t-tests and chi-square tests. Results: Nurses in the intervention group showed significant improvement in their attitudes toward Family- Centered Care after training, with higher posttest scores compared to the control group (P < 0.05). The control group showed no significant changes between pretest and posttest scores. These findings confirmed the hypothesis that Family-Centered Care training positively influences pediatric nurses' attitudes. Conclusions: Structured Family-Centered Care training significantly improved pediatric nurses' attitudes toward Family-Centered Care, emphasizing the importance of innovative educational methods in promoting Family- Centered Care adoption in pediatric nursing. Implications for practice: Incorporating regular Family-Centered Care training into pediatric nursing practices can foster more Family-Centered Care approaches, improve patient and family satisfaction, and promote nurses' professional growth, ultimately enhancing the overall quality of care in pediatric settings. (c) 2024 Elsevier Inc. All rights are reserved, including those for text and data mining, AI training, and similar technologies
Does fear of death mediate the link between intolerance of uncertainty and sleep quality? Insights from earthquake survivors in containers
No full textThis study aims to investigate the mediating role of fear of death in the relationship between intolerance of uncertainty and sleep quality in earthquake survivors. Participants were 190 voluntary earthquake survivors (nmen = 64, nwomen = 123, three of them not specified) aged between 18 and 64 years. Data collection tools were the Multidimensional Mortality Awareness Measure, Intolerance of Uncertainty Scale, Basic Scale on Insomnia Complaints/Quality of Sleep, and sociodemographic information form. Data were analyzed via correlation and mediation analyses. Significant positive correlations were found between intolerance of uncertainty and poor sleep quality, intolerance of uncertainty and fear of death, and fear of death and poor sleep quality. Fear of death had no mediating role in the relationship between intolerance of uncertainty and sleep quality. Given that intolerance of uncertainty and fear of death are related to sleep quality, it is critical to consider these variables in sleep quality intervention programs for earthquake survivors
Effects of intermittent versus continuous small-sided games on athletic performance in male youth soccer players: A pilot study
Get PDFAdjusting the design of small-sided games and selecting the appropriate format can significantly enhance training outcomes and player development in soccer. The aim of the study was to compare the effects of intermittent small-sided games (ISSG) and continuous small-sided games (CSSG) on athletic performance metrics in male soccer players. This pilot study was conducted using a parallel group pre-test and post-test design, with 16 male youth soccer players randomly assigned to two groups: the ISSG group (n = 8, Mean age = 16.50 ± 0.53 years) and the CSSG group (n = 8, Mean age = 16.63 ± 0.52 years), ensuring a balance in pre-test performance and playing positions. The ISSG protocol began with 4 min sets in week one, progressively increasing to 7 min by week four, with 2 min rest intervals. The CSSG protocol involved continuous play, starting at 16 min and progressing to 28 min over the same period. Players underwent pre- and post-tests, with a 4-week training period. Performance metrics assessed included body composition, a 30 m sprint test, agility, horizontal jump, aerobic and anaerobic capacity, and static balance. Training intensity was monitored using the CR-10 Borg Rating of Perceived Exertion scale throughout the training period. Both groups exhibited improvements in horizontal jump, agility, aerobic and anaerobic power, and static balance, with no significant between-group differences. Sprint performance did not significantly improve in either group. The CSSG group reported higher RPE values and experienced a reduction in body mass index. Our findings demonstrate that both ISSG and CSSG resulted in similar improvements in athletic performance metrics in male youth soccer players. Coaches and practitioners can choose the most appropriate training method based on specific objectives, session duration, and player fatigue levels, thereby optimizing training outcomes. © 2025 by the authors
Effectiveness of telerehabilitation-supported exercises in patients with temporomandibular disorders with probable sleep bruxism during the COVID-19 pandemic: A randomized controlled trial
Get PDFObjective: This study evaluated telerehabilitation-supported exercises’ effects on pain, neck disability, anxiety, oral behaviors, and sleep quality in patients with Temporomandibular Disorders associated with probable sleep bruxism (TMDs-SB). Methods: During the COVID-19 pandemic (March 2021–May 2022), 40 patients aged 18–65 with TMDs-SB were randomized to a telerehabilitation (n = 20) or home exercise (n = 20) groups. Both received education and exercises; the telerehabilitation group supervised 30-minute weekly WhatsApp video sessions for eight weeks. Outcomes were assessed at baseline and eight weeks. Results: Both groups improved significantly in all outcomes from baseline to eight-week follow-up (p <.05). Telerehabilitation showed greater reductions in morning jaw pain (p =.012), neck disability (p =.032), trait anxiety (p =.028), and oral behaviors (p =.001) versus home exercises. Sleep quality improved similarly in both groups (p =.154). Conclusions: Telerehabilitation effectively reduced TMDs-SB symptoms, offering a promising alternative to unsupervised exercises during the pandemic. Given this unique context, conducting studies outside the pandemic’s conditions would enhance generalizability and clarify telerehabilitation’s potential. Further studies are needed to confirm its efficacy beyond pandemic conditions. © 2025 Taylor & Francis Group, LLC
Molecularly imprinted electrochemical determination of cymoxanil fungicide by using bismuth incorporated bismuth vanadate nanocomposite
Get PDFCymoxanil (CYM), an aliphatic nitrogen fungicide, is widely used in vegetables/fruits and it is effective against a diverse group of fungal pathogens. However, its long-term consumption can result in an important damage to human and environment such as acute poisoning. In present study, a molecularly imprinting electrochemical sensor based on bismuth incorporated bismuth vanadate (Bi-BiVO4) nanocomposite was prepared and applied to CYM detection in orange and apple juice samples. After the preparation of the Bi-BiVO4 nanocomposite by using environmentally friendly hydrothermal technique with minimal waste, the Bi-BiVO4 nanocomposite modified electrode surface was developed by using IR lamp. CYM imprinted electrode based on Bi-BiVO4 nanocomposite was prepared in the presence of CYM as analyte and pyrrole as monomer using cyclic voltammetry (CV). This sensor showed linear response of 1.0 × 10− 9 – 1.0 × 10− 8 mol L− 1, limit of quantification (LOQ) of 1.0 × 10− 9 mol L− 1, and limit of detection (LOD) of 3.3 × 10− 10 mol L− 1. The sensor system is environmentally friendly, fast-responding, and provides high accuracy and sensitivity compared to other conventional analytical methods. Finally, selectivity, stability and reproducibility of the sensor was highlighted and the sensor was applied to CYM detection in orange and apple juice samples with high recovery. In summary, thanks to the Bi-BiVO4 nanocomposite presented for the first time in the literature for CYM fungicide determination, the successful implementation of the electrochemical sensor system has been demonstrated
Endüstri 4.0 uygulamaları literatürünün bibliyometrik analizi: Eğilimler, atıflar ve yayınlanma modellerinin incelenmesi
Get PDFBu araştırmada Endüstri 4.0 uygulamaları akademik literatürünü detaylı olarak incelemek amacıyla bibliyometrik analiz yapılmıştır. Dijitalleşme, yapay zekâ, nesnelerin interneti, büyük veri ve otomasyon gibi gelişmelerin üretim sistemlerine etkisi giderek artmakta, bu da akademik çalışmaların hızla çeşitlenmesine neden olmaktadır. Bu bağlamda, çalışmada Web of Science veri tabanından çeşitli anahtar kelimeler ile daraltılarak elde edilen veriler ışığında üretim süreçlerine dair yayınların bilimsel etkileri, atıf dinamikleri, yayınlanma modelleri ve iş birliği ağları kapsamlı biçimde incelenmiştir. Bibliyometrik analiz kapsamında VOSviewer, Gephi ve Tableau gibi görselleştirme araçları kullanılmış, anahtar kelime trendleri, bölgesel liderlik ve kurumlar arası etkileşimler detaylandırılmıştır. Elde edilen bulgular, literatürdeki eğilimlerin zaman içinde nasıl evrildiğini ortaya koymakta ve gelecekte yapılacak çalışmalara yönelik önemli öneriler sunmaktadır. İlgili literatürde üretim süreçlerinin Endüstri 4.0 ile birleşerek işletmelerin rekabet avantajı kazandığı, verimlilik, kapasite, kalite, inovasyon ve müşteri memnuniyeti gibi unsurlarda iyileşmeler sağladığı vurgulanmaktadır. Araştırma bulgularına göre de özellikle 2018 sonrasında yıllık yaklaşık %40’lık bir artışla bilimsel çalışma çıktılarının önemli ölçüde arttığını ortaya koyulmaktadır. Ortak yazarlık ağlarının da büyüyerek Çin, Amerika Birleşik Devletleri ve Batı Avrupa’daki kurumlar arasında artan küresel iş birliğini vurgulamaktadır. Tematik analiz, erken dönem çalışmaların siber-fiziksel sistemler ve otomasyon gibi alanlara odaklandığını işaret ederken son yıllardaki akademik çalışmalarda yapay zekâ (AI), nesnelerin interneti (IoT), dijital ikizler ve açıklanabilir YZ gibi daha uzmanlaşmış konulara yönelindiği görülmüştür. Araştırmada akademik çalışmalara Endüstri 4.0 literatürünün mevcut durumu ve potansiyel gelişim alanları hakkında yön gösterici bilgiler sağlanmaktadır. Bu yönüyle araştırmanın, üretim teknolojileri ve dijital dönüşüm alanlarında yapılacak yeni akademik çalışmalar için değerli bir katkı sağlayacağı öngörülmektedir.In this study, a bibliometric analysis was conducted to examine the academic literature on Industry 4.0 applications in detail. Developments such as digitalisation, artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, big data, and automation are increasingly affecting production systems, which leads to a rapid diversification of academic studies. In this context, the study comprehensively examined the scientific impact, citation dynamics, publication patterns, and collaboration networks of publications related to production processes based on data obtained from the Web of Science database by using various keywords for narrowing down the scope. Visualisation tools such as VOSviewer, Gephi, and Tableau were used in the bibliometric analysis to detail keyword trends, regional leadership, and inter-institutional interactions. The findings reveal how trends in the literature have evolved over time and offer important recommendations for future studies. The relevant literature emphasises that production processes, when combined with Industry 4.0, provide businesses with a competitive advantage and improvements in efficiency, capacity, quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction. According to the research findings, scientific output has increased significantly, with an annual increase of approximately 40% since 2018. Co-authorship networks have also grown, highlighting increasing global collaboration between institutions in China, the United States and Western Europe. Thematic analysis indicates that early studies focused on areas such as cyber-physical systems and automation, while recent academic studies have shifted towards more specialised topics such as artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), digital twins and explainable AI. The research provides academic researchers with guiding information on the current state of Industry 4.0 literature and potential areas for development. In this regard, the study is expected to provide valuable contributions to new academic research in the fields of production technologies and digital transformation
Conclusion: A critical approach and looking forward
No full textTürkiye’s response to PKK terrorism stands as one of the most sustained, complex, and evolving counterterrorism efforts in the modern era. This book offers the first comprehensive English-language analysis of Türkiye’s counterterrorism strategy, adopting a security-oriented perspective that integrates military, political, legal, economic, and social dimensions. It presents a holistic and critical evaluation of how Türkiye has sought to address terrorism across changing domestic and international environments.
Structured around strategic foundations, operational developments, and emerging threats, the book examines how Türkiye has adapted to the evolving landscape of terrorism. The first part provides a comprehensive view of Türkiye’s strategy, addressing political, social, and economic measures as well as criminal justice approaches and the international legal framework. The second part focuses on operational fields, including urban security operations, cross-border missions, intelligence reforms, and advancements in defense and surveillance technologies. The third part explores new security challenges, including the PKK’s transformation into organized crime and cyberterrorism, and evaluates innovative soft power initiatives such as persuasion processes and counter-narrative strategies