TY  - JOUR
T1  - The Potential Consequences of Journalists' Exposure to Traumatic Experiences and Coping Strategies
TT  - Habercilik Alanında Çalışanların Travmatik Yaşantılara Maruziyetleriyle Oluşabilecek Sonuçlar ve Baş Etme Yöntemleri
AU  - Yeniada Kırseven, Mübeccel
AU  - Karakaya, Eren
PY  - 2025
DA  - October
Y2  - 2025
DO  - 10.17218/hititsbd.1625531
JF  - Hitit Sosyal Bilimler Dergisi
PB  - Hitit Üniversitesi
WT  - DergiPark
SN  - 2757-7449
SP  - 638
EP  - 651
VL  - 18
IS  - 3
LA  - en
AB  - Individuals working in the field of journalism are at risk of encountering psychologically distressing events due to the inherent nature of their profession. Such exposures may occur directly, as in the case of field reporters witnessing traumatic incidents, or indirectly, for those working behind the scenes who are confronted with disturbing and uncensored images. Following exposure to these events, symptoms such as post-traumatic stress, depression, somatic complaints, heightened anxiety, and burnout may emerge. In addition, indirect exposure can lead to secondary traumatic symptoms or the more enduring phenomenon of vicarious trauma. These psychological consequences are shaped not only by individual vulnerability factors but also by journalism-specific conditions. Ethical dilemmas, organizational structures that suppress the expression of trauma-related difficulties, encourage participation in demanding assignments, and fail to provide sufficient mental health screenings play a significant role in this regard. Although the literature on trauma has expanded in fields such as healthcare and emergency response, research on journalism remains limited and fragmented. Building on this gap, the present review examines the traumatic experiences of journalists, the psychological challenges associated with these experiences, and coping strategies, within the framework of profession-specific and institutional stress factors. The study aims to provide a comprehensive perspective on journalists’ post-traumatic experiences and to contribute to the literature at both theoretical and practical levels. The findings underscore the importance of developing trauma-sensitive organizational cultures and ensuring systematic mental health support within journalism.
KW  - Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
KW  - Secondary Trauma
KW  - Burnout
KW  - Journalism
KW  - Coping
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