Objectives: The aim of this study was to develop the Motivations for Coping After Disaster Scale. To test the construct validity of the scale, a total of 676 data were collected from three different sampling groups (N1: 388; N2: 194; N3: 94).Methods: Exploratory Factor Analysis, Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) and Criterion validity analysis were conducted to test the construct validity of the scale.Results: As a result of CFA, it was seen that the post‐disaster scale had a five‐dimensional structure (spiritual values, hope, friend support, solidarity, family support). The loadings of the items of the scale are at a good level. As a result of CFA, the scale was found to have acceptable and good fit indices (χ²/sd = 2.690; RMSEA (Root Mean Square Error of Approximation) = 0.066; SRMR (Standardized Root Mean Square Residual) = 0.047; CFI (Comparative Fit Index) = 0.948; GFI (Goodness of Fit Index) = 0.917). The results of the criterion validity analysis show that the scale has criterion validity. Cronbach Alpha internal consistency coefficient shows that the scale is highly reliable (Total = 0.923).Conclusions: The results of this study show that the Post‐Disaster Coping Motivations Scale is a valid and reliable instrument. It is thought that the scale can make an important contribution to understanding psychological recovery processes after disaster and providing appropriate support to individuals.

Background: Empathy fatigue represents a significant concern among healthcare professionals working in critical care settings, including intensive care units, emergency departments and neonatal units. It is an established fact that constant exposure to emotionally intense situations may lead to a state of emotional exhaustion, a reduction in job satisfaction and a compromise in the quality of patient care. Despite the prevalence of this phenomenon, there remains a paucity of profession‐specific tools with which to assess empathy fatigue in these high‐stress environments. Aim: The objective of this study was to develop and validate the Empathy Fatigue Scale for Healthcare Professionals (EFS‐HP), a psychometric tool designed to assess empathy fatigue among professionals working in critical care settings. Study Design: The study utilized a multi‐phase methodological design, encompassing 296 healthcare professionals who exclusively practised in critical care settings, including intensive care units, emergency departments and neonatal intensive care units. Despite the fact that the sample comprised 60.8% physicians, 27% nurses and midwives and 12.2% other staff, all participants were actively engaged in critical care practice. The 21‐item EFS‐HP was developed through a rigorous process involving item generation, expert review and pilot testing. The psychometric evaluation comprised exploratory factor analysis (EFA), confirmatory factor analysis (CFA), internal consistency (Cronbach's α = 0.958), test–retest reliability ( r = 0.891) and criterion validity using the Depression Anxiety Stress Scale (DASS‐21). The results of the CFA indicated that the model demonstrated acceptable fit, with a comparative fit index of 0.918, a TLI of 0.907 and an root mean square error of approximation of 0.080. Results: The EFA revealed a unidimensional structure, explaining 54.5% of the total variance. Criterion validity analysis demonstrated significant positive correlations between empathy fatigue and depression ( r = 0.485), anxiety ( r = 0.348) and stress ( r = 0.396), thereby supporting the validity of the scale. Conclusion: The EFS‐HP is a valid and reliable instrument for the assessment of empathy fatigue among healthcare professionals in critical care environments. Its application is particularly relevant for critical care nurses, who frequently face intense emotional demands and are at increased risk for burnout‐related outcomes. Relevance to Clinical Practice: The EFS‐HP is a valuable tool for identifying and managing empathy fatigue specifically among critical care nurses, who form the emotional backbone of intensive care environments. Given their continuous exposure to life‐and‐death situations, rapid decision‐making and patient/family distress, critical care nurses are especially vulnerable to empathy fatigue. The integration of the EFS‐HP into clinical practice facilitates the early identification of emotional strain, thereby enabling the implementation of timely, nurse‐focused interventions. These interventions have been shown to promote emotional resilience, reduce staff turnover and enhance the overall quality of patient care. Furthermore, the scale's emphasis on the distinctive stressors encountered by nurses in critical care is congruent with the strategic priorities of high‐acuity healthcare institutions.

Bu araştırmanın amacı, öğretmenlerin mutluluk ve iyimserlik düzeyleri arasındaki ilişkiyi incelemek ve cinsiyet, branş, mesleki saygınlık düşüncesi, mesleği sevme ve kitap okuma durumu değişkenlerine göre mutluluğun anlamlı şekilde farklılaşıp farklılaşmadığını araştırmaktır. Araştırmanın örneklemini, 540 (315’i kadın, 225’i erkek) branş öğretmeni oluşturmaktadır. Bu çalışmada, veri toplama araçları olarak araştırmacı tarafından geliştirilen “Kişisel Bilgi Formu” “Oxford Mutluluk Ölçeği Kısa Formu” ve “İyimserlik Ölçeği” kullanılmıştır. Yapılan analizlerde ikili değişkenler için t-testi ve çoklu değişkenler için tek yönlü varyans analizi istatistik tekniği kullanılmıştır. Araştırma bulgularına göre; öğretmenlerin mutluluk puanlarında cinsiyet değişkeni açısından anlamlı bir farklılık görülmemiştir. Diğer değişkenler olan branş, mesleki saygınlık algısı, mesleği sevme ve kitap okuma açısından mutluluk puanlarında anlamlı bir farklılık görülmüştür. Rehberlik öğretmenlerinin branş öğretmenlerinden, mesleğini sevenlerin sevmeyenlerden, öğretmenlik mesleğini saygın bulanların bulmayanlardan daha yüksek mutluluk puanına sahip olduğu bulunmuştur. Ayrıca okunan kitap sayısının artmasının mutluluk üzerinde etkili olduğu tespit edilmiştir. İyimserlik ve mutluluk arasındaki ilişki incelendiğinde .64 düzeyinde bir ilişkinin olduğu, ayrıca iyimserliğin mutluluğun %41 kadarını yordadığı bulgusuna ulaşılmıştır. Araştırmanın sonuçları ilgili literatür doğrultusunda tartışılmış ve öneriler sunulmuştur.

This phenomenological study aims to comprehend earthquake-affected individuals’ methods for coping with the challenges they face. The research involves a sample of 29 participants impacted by the Kahramanmaraş earthquake that occurred on February 6, 2023. Data have been collected through online forms and in-person interviews. The study’s findings center on three key themes that outline the coping motivations of those who survived the earthquake. The first theme, aptly named hope for the future, embodies a love of life, hope, ideals, and dreams. Respondents emphasized how these favorable emotions are instrumental in managing the negative emotions (i.e., fear and pessimism) that arose as a consequence of the earthquake. The second theme is named solidarity and is comprised of such components as familial and friendly support and mutual aid. Survivors of the earthquake mentioned how these factors of solidarity facilitate support in challenging times and enhance social relationships. The third theme has been identified as spirituality and embodies spiritual values such as submission, trust, and faith. These values are instrumental in attributing significance to events and promoting inner harmony. In conclusion, this phenomenological study offers valuable insights into the earthquake survivors’ motivations for dealing with their issues. Future intervention programs and support systems are recommended to prioritize enhancing individuals’ psychosocial well-being by considering these themes.