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The last decade of addiction research in Türkiye: A thesis-based analysis

Türkiye bağımlılık araştırmalarında son on yıl: Tez bazlı bir analiz

Belgin Varol(SAĞLIK BİLİMLERİ ÜNİVERSİTESİ, GÜLHANE HEMŞİRELİK FAKÜLTESİ)0000-0001-7138-9007
İkbal Gedik(SAĞLIK BİLİMLERİ ÜNİVERSİTESİ, GÜLHANE SAĞLIK BİLİMLERİ ENSTİTÜSÜ, PSİKİYATRİ HEMŞİRELİĞİ (YL) (TEZLİ))0009-0003-4040-6056
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289–297
Publication Date
2025-06-30
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Anatolian Journal of Psychiatry, 21(Special Issue 1), 65-68. https://doi.org/10.5455/apd.302644861

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Objective & Hypothesis:Introduction and Purpose: Addiction is a critical global health issue affecting individuals, families and communities.
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Key Findings & Data:It is linked to higher rates of HIV, Hepatitis C and mortality.
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⚙️Variables:Bağımlılık · Tez · Davranışsal bağımlılıklar

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Introduction and Purpose: Addiction is a critical global health issue affecting individuals, families and communities. It is linked to higher rates of HIV, Hepatitis C and mortality. The number of addiction specialists in Turkey is increasing but insufficient to meet the demand. This study examines doctoral dissertations conducted in the last decade to bridge the gap between research and practice aiming to improve addiction management and public health. Materials and Methods: Theses registered in the National Thesis Center between 2013 and 2023 were screened using the keywords “addiction, use disorder”. Inclusion criteria focused on doctoral and medical specialty dissertations addressing addiction, substance use disorders, behavioral addictions and related factors. Results and Conclusion: In total, 519 theses were identified, of which 448 met the inclusion criteria. Of these, 66.7% were medical specialty theses and 32.8% were on behavioral addictions. Theses covered alcohol (6.6%), cannabis (3.1%), tobacco (11.1%) and opioids (8.4%), and 27% included children and adolescents. In 2023, the number of medical specialty theses on addiction increased to 49 from 7 in 2013. This review highlights the progress made in addiction research in Turkey and identifies areas for improvement. Strengthening interdisciplinary collaboration, investing in addiction education and advocating for evidence-based policies are crucial for a healthier, addiction-aware society. Referances 1. Acar, S. & Şaşman Kaylı, D. (2021). An Analysis about Studies Conducted on Addiction Field with Methods of Qualitative and Mixed Patterns in Türkiye. Cyprus Turkish Journal of Psychiatry & Psychology, 3(1), 37-47. https://doi.org/10.35365/ctjpp.21.1.01 2. American Psychological Association (2023). Dictionary of Psychology: Addiction. Retrieved from https://dictionary.apa.org/addiction Retrieved on 12.01.2025 3. Bahar, E. & Söyler, S. (2021). Evaluation of the Frequency of Addictive Substance Use and Related Factors in University Students: A Cross-Sectional Study. Mersin University Journal of Health Sciences, 14(3), 570-584. https://doi.org/10.26559/mersinsbd.1004060 4. Bayzan, Ş., Yaman, F., Elkonca, F. & Gün, A. (2024). Report on Digital Gaming Habits of Secondary and High School Students (Report No.3), Information and Communication Technologies Authority, Ankara. Retrieved from https://www.guvenliweb.org.tr/dosya/msSgS.pdf Retrieved on 12..01.2025 5. Ceylan, M. R., Çelik, M., Esmer, F., Levent, E. & Örer Beğinoğlu, Ö. (2022). Substance use disorders and hepatitis C: A public health issue. Klimik Derg. 35(4), 258-62. https://doi.org/10.36519/kd.2022.4290 6. Degenhardt, L., Peacock, A., Colledge, S., Leung, J. Grebely, J., Vickerman, P., …Larney, S. (2017). Global prevalence of injecting drug use and sociodemographic characteristics and prevalence of HIV, HBV, and HCV in people who inject drugs: a multistage systematic review. Lancet Glob Health, 5(12). https://doi.org/10.1016/S2214-109X(17)30375-3 7. European Union Drugs Agency (2024). Understanding Europe's drug situation in 2024 key developments (European Drug Report 2024) Retrieved from https://www.euda.europa.eu/sites/default/files/pdf/31882_en.pdf?932417 Retrieved on 07.11.2024 8. Frost, M. C., Lampert, H., Tsui, J. I., Iles-Shih, M. D.& Williams, E. C. (2021). The impact of methamphetamine/amphetamine use on receipt and outcomes of medications for opioid use disorder: a systematic review. Addiction Science & Clinical Practice, 16(1), 1-25. https://doi.org/10.1186/s13722-021-00266-2 9. Grant, J. E., Potenza, M. N., Weinstein, A. & Gorelick, D. A. (2010). Introduction to Behavioral Addictions. The American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse, 36(5), 233-241. https://doi.org/10.3109/00952990.2010.491884 10. Green Crescent Annual Report (2023). Retrieved from https://www.yesilay.org.tr/assets/uploads/pdf/2023-Faaliyet-Raporu.pdf Retrieved on 21.01.2025 11. International Council of Nurses (2024). Mental Health Nursing Guide. Geneva, Switzerland. Retrieved from https://phdernegi.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/TUR_ICN_MentalHealthNursingGuidelines.pdf Retrieved on 12.01.2025 12. Jørgensen, K. & Rendtorff, J. D. (2017). Patient Participation in Mental Health Care - Perspectives of Healthcare Professionals: An Integrative Review. Scandinavian Journal of Caring Sciences, 32(2), 1-12. https://doi.org/10.1111/scs.12531 13. Kaçmaz, C. & Cumurcu, H. B. (2020). Examination of Postgraduate Theses on Internet Addiction in Türkiye. Anatolian Journal of Health Research, 1(1), 7-13. Retrieved from https://dergipark.org.tr/en/download/article-file/3441632 Retrieved on 12.11.2024 14. Kadan, G., Aysu, B., & Aral, N. (2019). Examination of Postgraduate Theses on Substance Addiction. Anatolian Journal of Psychiatry, 21(Special Issue 1), 65-68. https://doi.org/10.5455/apd.302644861

Özet

Giriş ve Amaç: Bağımlılık bireyleri, aileleri ve toplumları etkileyen kritik bir küresel sağlık sorunudur. Daha yüksek HIV, Hepatit C ve ölüm oranları ile bağlantılıdır. Türkiye'de bağımlılık uzmanlarının sayısı artmakta ancak talebi karşılamakta yetersiz kalmaktadır. Bu çalışma, bağımlılık yönetimi ve halk sağlığını geliştirmeyi amaçlayan araştırma ve uygulama arasında köprü kurmak için son on yılda yapılan doktora tezlerini incelemektedir. Gereç ve Yöntem: 2013-2023 yılları arasında Ulusal Tez Merkezi'ne kayıtlı tezler “bağımlılık, kullanım bozukluğu” anahtar kelimeleri kullanılarak taranmıştır. Dahil edilme kriterleri bağımlılık, madde kullanım bozuklukları, davranışsal bağımlılıklar ve ilişkili faktörleri ele alan doktora ve tıpta uzmanlık tezlerine odaklanmıştır. Bulgular ve Sonuç: Toplamda 519 tez belirlenmiş ve bunların 448'i dahil edilme kriterlerini karşılamıştır. Bu tezlerin %66,7’si tıpta uzmanlık tezi olup, %32,8’i davranışsal bağımlılıklar üzerinedir. Tezler alkol (%6,6), esrar (%3,1), tütün (%11,1) ve opioidleri (%8,4) kapsamakta olup %27’si çocuk ve ergenleri içermektedir. 2013 yılında 7 olan bağımlılık konulu tıpta uzmanlık tezi sayısı 2023 yılında 49'a çıkmıştır. Bu derleme, Türkiye'de bağımlılık araştırmalarında kaydedilen ilerlemeyi vurgulamakta ve geliştirilmesi gereken alanları tanımlamaktadır. Disiplinler arası iş birliğinin güçlendirilmesi, bağımlılık eğitimine yatırım yapılması ve kanıta dayalı politikaların savunulması daha sağlıklı, bağımlılık konusunda bilinçli bir toplum için çok önemlidir. Kaynakça 1. Acar, S. & Şaşman Kaylı, D. (2021). An Analysis about Studies Conducted on Addiction Field with Methods of Qualitative and Mixed Patterns in Türkiye. Cyprus Turkish Journal of Psychiatry & Psychology, 3(1), 37-47. https://doi.org/10.35365/ctjpp.21.1.01 2. American Psychological Association (2023). Dictionary of Psychology: Addiction. Retrieved from https://dictionary.apa.org/addiction Retrieved on 12.01.2025 3. Bahar, E. & Söyler, S. (2021). Evaluation of the Frequency of Addictive Substance Use and Related Factors in University Students: A Cross-Sectional Study. Mersin University Journal of Health Sciences, 14(3), 570-584. https://doi.org/10.26559/mersinsbd.1004060 4. Bayzan, Ş., Yaman, F., Elkonca, F. & Gün, A. (2024). Report on Digital Gaming Habits of Secondary and High School Students (Report No.3), Information and Communication Technologies Authority, Ankara. Retrieved from https://www.guvenliweb.org.tr/dosya/msSgS.pdf Retrieved on 12..01.2025 5. Ceylan, M. R., Çelik, M., Esmer, F., Levent, E. & Örer Beğinoğlu, Ö. (2022). Substance use disorders and hepatitis C: A public health issue. Klimik Derg. 35(4), 258-62. https://doi.org/10.36519/kd.2022.4290 6. Degenhardt, L., Peacock, A., Colledge, S., Leung, J. Grebely, J., Vickerman, P., …Larney, S. (2017). Global prevalence of injecting drug use and sociodemographic characteristics and prevalence of HIV, HBV, and HCV in people who inject drugs: a multistage systematic review. Lancet Glob Health, 5(12). https://doi.org/10.1016/S2214-109X(17)30375-3 7. European Union Drugs Agency (2024). Understanding Europe's drug situation in 2024 key developments (European Drug Report 2024) Retrieved from https://www.euda.europa.eu/sites/default/files/pdf/31882_en.pdf?932417 Retrieved on 07.11.2024 8. Frost, M. C., Lampert, H., Tsui, J. I., Iles-Shih, M. D.& Williams, E. C. (2021). The impact of methamphetamine/amphetamine use on receipt and outcomes of medications for opioid use disorder: a systematic review. Addiction Science & Clinical Practice, 16(1), 1-25. https://doi.org/10.1186/s13722-021-00266-2 9. Grant, J. E., Potenza, M. N., Weinstein, A. & Gorelick, D. A. (2010). Introduction to Behavioral Addictions. The American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse, 36(5), 233-241. https://doi.org/10.3109/00952990.2010.491884 10. Green Crescent Annual Report (2023). Retrieved from https://www.yesilay.org.tr/assets/uploads/pdf/2023-Faaliyet-Raporu.pdf Retrieved on 21.01.2025 11. International Council of Nurses (2024). Mental Health Nursing Guide. Geneva, Switzerland. Retrieved from https://phdernegi.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/TUR_ICN_MentalHealthNursingGuidelines.pdf Retrieved on 12.01.2025 12. Jørgensen, K. & Rendtorff, J. D. (2017). Patient Participation in Mental Health Care - Perspectives of Healthcare Professionals: An Integrative Review. Scandinavian Journal of Caring Sciences, 32(2), 1-12. https://doi.org/10.1111/scs.12531 13. Kaçmaz, C. & Cumurcu, H. B. (2020). Examination of Postgraduate Theses on Internet Addiction in Türkiye. Anatolian Journal of Health Research, 1(1), 7-13. Retrieved from https://dergipark.org.tr/en/download/article-file/3441632 Retrieved on 12.11.2024 14. Kadan, G., Aysu, B., & Aral, N. (2019). Examination of Postgraduate Theses on Substance Addiction. Anatolian Journal of Psychiatry, 21(Special Issue 1), 65-68. https://doi.org/10.5455/apd.302644861

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Varol, B., Gedik, İ. (2025). The last decade of addiction research in Türkiye: A thesis-based analysis. Sağlık Akademisyenleri Dergisi, Cilt: 12 Sayı: 2, 289–297. https://doi.org/10.52880/sagakaderg.1634923

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