Seher Sav

Seher Sav is a Researcher at the Department of Child Development, Faculty of Health Sciences, Üsküdar University. She holds dual BSc degrees in Psychology and Child Development (2019), an MSc in Applied Psychology (2023), and a PhD in Psychology (2024) from Bolu Abant İzzet Baysal University. Her academic work focuses on cultural and individual differences in child development, psychosocial studies, and early childhood education frameworks.

• BSc: Psychology & Child Development, Üsküdar University (2019)
• MSc: Applied Psychology, Üsküdar University (2023)
• PhD: Psychology, Bolu Abant İzzet Baysal University (2024)

Her research examines cross-cultural parenting dynamics, social connection theories, and post-disaster psychosocial interventions for children. She has contributed to international projects like the Global Index of Social Connection and child-centered photovoice projects documenting earthquake-affected children’s experiences. Her publications include studies on caregiver well-being and cultural challenges in Turkish preschools.

• Özel Gereksinimli Çocuğu Olan Ebeveynlerin Psikolojik İyi Oluşları İle Bakım Verme Yükleri Arasındaki İlişkinin İncelenmesi (2023)
• Yaşlılık Psikolojisini Anlamak (Book Chapter, 2021)
• Child-Centered Photovoice Project: 2024 Türkiye Earthquake Documentation

She has served on administrative commissions including the Course and Exam Schedule Preparation Committee and supervised undergraduate courses like Child Development Professional Practice III and IV. Her teaching emphasizes practical applications in child development programs.