Üsküdar University NP Etiler Medical Center Specialist Clinical Psychologist Çağrı Beyaz evaluated the normalization after traumas that affect large masses such as disasters.
Stating that individuals should give time to themselves and other people for a healthy normalization process, Specialist Clinical Psychologist Çağrı Beyaz said that psychological support can be received during this period. Noting that it is important for individuals to maintain a healthy lifestyle, increase their social interactions and protect their mental health during the normalization process, Beyaz pointed out that there are 4 steps in the normalization process. Beyaz listed these steps as creating a safe environment, meeting basic needs, providing psychological help and strengthening social ties.
Emphasizing that the post-disaster normalization process and the correct management of this process are also very important, Specialist Clinical Psychologist Çağrı Beyaz stated the steps that will help the post-disaster normalization process to be healthier:
- A sense of trust is important in the post-disaster normalization process. It is important to take the necessary measures to deal with emergencies and to establish an environment where people can feel safe.
- The basic needs of people in the post-disaster normalization process; shelter, food, water and health services must be met.
- Disasters also affect people's psychological health and morale. For this reason, people should be helped to get psychological support during the normalization process. This support will help people cope with emotional difficulties such as stress, anxiety and unhappiness-hopelessness after the disaster.
- In the post-disaster normalization process, social ties should also be strengthened. Solidarity, cooperation and assistance should be ensured among people.
Specialist Clinical Psychologist Çağrı Beyaz said that these steps can help manage the post-disaster normalization process in a healthy way. “However, the normalization process is not always easy and different disasters have different challenges. Therefore, in the normalization process, it may be necessary to take special measures in accordance with the needs of people, both individually and administratively. warned.