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Yayın One size does not fit all in psychotherapy: Understanding depression among patients of Turkish origin in Europe(Turkish Neuropsychiatric Society, 2016-03) Balkır Neftçi, Nazlı; Barnow, SvenOver the last decades, Europe has become an immigration country hosting an estimated 56 million international immigrants. Yet, a large amount of literature suggests that migration is associated with a higher risk of common mental disorders, such as depression and anxiety. As representatives of one of the largest immigrant groups in Europe, various studies have shown that Turkish immigrants exhibit a higher prevalence of depression and anxiety disorders than do the background population. Nevertheless, it is also well demonstrated that this particular patient group is more likely to terminate treatment prematurely and displays lower rates of treatment compliance than their native counterparts. This reluctance for service utilization might be partially because of the fact that people from non-Western ethnocultural backgrounds (e.g., Turkey) often have a different notion and comprehension of mental health and illness as compared with those of the people from Western societies. Such mismatch often results in discrepancies between the needs and expectations of immigrant patients and clinicians, which attenuate the communication and effectiveness of treatment and lead to unexplained high dropout rates. To provide continued provision of culture-sensitive, high quality, evidence-based mental health care, the advancement of researches exploring such sociocultural differences between the patients’ and the clinicians’ notions of mental health must occur. In response to these problems, the current review aims to explore the interplay between culture and mental processes that associate with the etiology, maintenance, and management of depression among Turkish immigrant patients. This is to inform clinicians regarding culturespecific correlates of depression among Turkish patients to enable them to present interventions that fit the needs and expectations of this particular patient group.Yayın The effect of clothing as a marker on identity(Motif Yayıncılık, 2021-03-15) Özdil, Mehmet AdaOne of the codes used by individuals to define their identity and convey it to others is clothing. Clothing, which is an instrument that can draw symbolic boundaries between people, must have a strong link between individuals’ real social identities and externally perceived hints in order to be read in common by observers. The major problem to be investigated in this research is to analyze the relationships between identity and clothing, which have been going on since ancient times and will continue in the future. In order to understand these relationships, a theoretical framework needs to be established, and a broad, holistic perspective on the social dimensions of clothing should be developed. The main purpose of this article was to draw on the relationship between clothing and major components of identity. Based on the fact that alternative clothing codes transform those who wear certain clothes into effective symbolic subjects in terms of directing them to a certain behavior politically, culturally, and socially, it was analyzed that this subject constitutes the basis of class struggle.Yayın Challenges of integrating Syrian refugees into Turkish society(Işık Üniversitesi, Lisansüstü Eğitim Enstitüsü, 2025-08-11) Sayed Omar, Yahya; Celep, Ödül; Işık Üniversitesi, Lisansüstü Eğitim Enstitüsü, Uluslararası İlişkiler Yüksek Lisans Programı; Işık University, School of Graduate Studies, Master’s Program in International RelationsThis research aimed to evaluate the impact of three fundamental factors language proficiency, the level of educational attainment among Syrian refugees, and ethnic affiliation on the process of social integration between Syrian refugees and Turkish society. The study relied on a literature-based approach, in which previous academic works and policy reports related to the subject were reviewed and analyzed. The findings showed that language played a pivotal role in the integration process. Refugees who possessed stronger skills in the Turkish language, particularly in everyday communication, demonstrated a greater ability to interact with the host community, access education, and participate in the labor market. In contrast, limited language proficiency created barriers that restricted social interaction and reinforced isolation. Educational attainment also proved to be a significant factor. Refugees with higher levels of education were more capable of adapting to the structures of Turkish society, as they accessed job opportunities more easily, navigated bureaucratic systems more effectively, and engaged in cultural and intellectual exchange. On the other hand, those with lower levels of formal education faced greater obstacles in achieving effective integration, which led them to rely more heavily on closed refugee networks. The third factor, ethnic affiliation, added additional complexity. Ethnic differences between Syrians and Turks tended to reinforce social distance, as identity-based distinctions fostered prejudice and stereotyping. This situation often resulted in the formation of ethnic enclaves which, while providing social support, exacerbated divisions between refugees and the host society. In conclusion, the study showed that successful integration required multidimensional strategies. Addressing language barriers through targeted programs, supporting educational opportunities for refugees, and encouraging intercultural contact were essential measures for bridging divides. By synthesizing insights from the literature, this research provided a deeper understanding of the mechanisms of refugee integration and offered recommendations for policymakers and practitioners to enhance social cohesion in Turkey.
