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Hazal AYAS, Ph.D. is a Professor and Head of the Psychology Department at Uskudar University's Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences (FHSS). She holds a Doctorate in Sport Psychology from Marmara University (2021), with prior degrees from Uludag University in Psychology (2009) and Clinical Psychology (2014). Her academic activities include over 8 peer-reviewed publications, book chapters, and conference participations across Europe and Turkey.
Research interests focus on clinical psychology (trauma/PTSD), sports psychology (athlete behavior/perfectionism), geropsychology (aging and physical activity), and neuropsychiatric disorders. Notable works include neuroimaging studies on schizophrenia differentiation (2016) and psychosocial impacts of stadium politics (2024).
- Administrative Roles: Department Chair since 2022, Student Advisor, and member of 7 university committees
- Teaching: Leads courses like Clinical Psychology II, Sports Psychology, and Neurobehavioral Sciences
- Publications: 4 books as co-author, including 2022's 'New Diagnosis and Treatment Approaches to PTSD'
- Conference Participation: 5+ international conferences including European Congress of Psychology (2015) and 2023 Positive Psychology Congress
Her work bridges clinical practice with social sciences, emphasizing evidence-based interventions for trauma survivors, elderly populations, and sports communities.