Asst. Prof. Dr. Olcay Yılmaz Featured on the Program “Türkiye Hepimizin, Eğitim Hepimizin”
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Asst. Prof. Dr. Olcay Yılmaz, a faculty member of the Department of Guidance and Psychological Counseling at TED University, was a guest on the program “Türkiye Hepimizin, Eğitim Hepimizin,” hosted by Şahin Aybek.
The episode focused on the topic “Failure to Transition from Higher Education to the Workforce: Psychological Effects of Unemployment and Job Loss.” During the program, Dr. Yılmaz discussed the psychological impacts of difficulties experienced in the transition from higher education to employment, emphasizing that unemployment is not only an economic condition but also a multidimensional process that affects individuals’ sense of identity, self-worth, and psychological well-being.
The discussion also addressed career uncertainty, the emotional experiences following job loss, and the supportive role of psychological counseling in such periods. Dr. Yılmaz highlighted that unemployment may lead to feelings such as anxiety, loss of motivation, and hopelessness, and emphasized the importance of social support and career counseling in strengthening psychological resilience.
The video recording of the program and the related news article are available at the following link:
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