YIKICI DEPREMLERDE MADALYONUN DİĞER YÜZÜ: TRAVMA SONRASI BÜYÜME

Destructive and traumatic events such as earthquakes leave negative biopsychosocial effects on individuals. On the other hand, these challenging life experiences also have the power to trigger positive changes such as post-traumatic growth. Post-traumatic growth is defined as individuals' development and becoming stronger and more resilient after challenging and traumatic events. Post-traumatic growth includes various dimensions such as personal empowerment, realization of new possibilities, deeper understanding of the value of life, spirituality and strengthening relationships with other people. The aim of this study is to examine the concept of post-traumatic growth in detail and to clarify the theoretical foundations of this concept within the context of post-earthquake trauma. Within the scope of the research, the factors that support the development of survivors after the earthquake are examined. It is observed that sociodemographic characteristics, social support networks and coping strategies are associated with post-traumatic growth. The studies to be carried out on earthquake survivors should focus not only on the extent to which people were negatively affected by the earthquake, but also on how to support them for a positive growth process.