SynthesisFrontiers in psychology2025
Effectiveness of psychological interventions for adult survivors of the 2023 Kahramanmaraş earthquakes: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
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Background: The February 6, 2023 Kahramanmaraş earthquakes were among the most devastating disasters in Türkiye's history, leaving millions affected and exposing survivors to elevated risks of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, and anxiety. While numerous psychological interventions have been deployed in the aftermath, their effectiveness for this population has not been systematically evaluated. Objective: This study synthesized evidence on the effectiveness of psychological interventions delivered to adult survivors of the Kahramanmaraş earthquakes, with a focus on PTSD, depression, and anxiety outcomes. Methods: A systematic review and meta-analysis was conducted in accordance with PRISMA guidelines and registered on PROSPERO (CRD420251102991). Eligible studies were randomized or quasi-experimental trials assessing structured psychological interventions (e.g., trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy [TF-CBT], psychoeducation, spiritually integrated approaches, telepsychiatry, and virtual reality-based programs) among earthquake-exposed adults. Primary outcomes were PTSD, depression, and anxiety, measured with validated instruments. Random-effects models were used to pool effect sizes. Results: Nine peer-reviewed studies ( Conclusion: Structured psychological interventions-especially trauma-focused CBT, culturally adapted therapies, and psychoeducation-significantly alleviated PTSD, depression, and anxiety among adult survivors of the Kahramanmaraş earthquakes. Group-based and telehealth modalities proved feasible and effective, expanding access when in-person services were disrupted. Despite promising results, evidence remains limited by small sample sizes, heterogeneity, and short follow-up. Future research should address long-term outcomes, functional recovery, and broader populations, including children and first responders. Systematic review registration: https://www.crd.york.ac.uk/PROSPERO/view/CRD420251102991, identifier CRD42025837569.
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