Zeynep ÖZCAN is an Associate Professor at Karabuk University's Faculty of Theology, Department of Philosophy and Religious Sciences, where she has been serving since 2020. She holds significant administrative roles including Director of the Institute since 2023, Department Chair since 2018, and Head of the Science Department since 2018. With a strong academic background from Atatürk University, where she earned her BA, MA, and PhD in Psychology of Religion, Dr. ÖZCAN has established herself as a prominent scholar in religious psychology and related fields. Her educational journey includes: PhD in Psychology of Religion, Atatürk University Institute of Social Sciences (2007-2014) MA in Psychology of Religion (Thesis), Atatürk University Institute of Social Sciences (2004-2007) BA in Theology, Atatürk University Faculty of Theology (1990-1995) Dr. ÖZCAN's research primarily focuses on the intersection of psychology and religious studies, with particular emphasis on religious psychology, moral development, compassion studies, and religious coping mechanisms. Her work explores how religious beliefs and practices influence psychological well-being, moral reasoning, and social behavior across different age groups and cultural contexts. She has made significant contributions to understanding religious experiences in Turkish society, particularly examining prayer practices, religious trauma, and the psychological dimensions of religious texts. Analysis of her publication record reveals a consistent trajectory of scholarly output with increasing impact over time. Her research spans several interconnected themes including religious psychology, moral education, refugee adaptation, and Islamic ethics. Notably, her work demonstrates a methodological diversity, employing both qualitative and quantitative approaches to examine religious phenomena. Recent publications show an expanding scope, addressing contemporary issues such as social media perceptions in religious contexts and the psychological dimensions of volunteer behavior. Her scientific achievements include: Ibn Ruhd Award Of Merit from Malaga University-Turkish Studies (2017) Certificate of Achievement from Karabuk University (2024, 2015) Certificate of Achievement from the Ministry of National Education (2013) Dr. ÖZCAN has actively mentored numerous graduate students, serving as primary advisor for seven master's theses on diverse topics ranging from ethical values to religious coping mechanisms. She has led multiple research projects including "The Effects of Spiritual Counseling and Guidance Services Provided in Nursing Homes on the Elderly (Karabuk Example)" and "Psycho-Social Effects of Earthquake and Spiritual Counseling." Her research has been supported by both university-funded scientific research projects and other public institutions. While specific laboratory information isn't detailed in the available materials, Dr. ÖZCAN's work appears to be conducted within the academic framework of Karabuk University's Faculty of Theology, likely involving collaboration with colleagues in the Department of Philosophy and Religious Sciences and the Ethics Values Science Department.
