2026Journal ArticleHakemli DergiYapay Zekâ & Bağımlılık
AI in Addiction: A Social Work-Informed Approach from Risk Assessment to Intervention
Serdarhan Duru, Dilara Kaçan
Doğu Karadeniz Sağlık Bilimleri Dergisi, 5(1), 110-126
Social Work · Family Counseling · Social Policy
Assoc. Prof. Dr.Serdarhan Duru
Ankara University — Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Social Work
In my academic work, I address the traditional fields of social work together with contemporary societal transformations such as digitalisation, artificial intelligence and sustainability. The distinctive contribution of my research is to examine social problems in both their individual and structural dimensions, building bridges between scientific knowledge, social policy and practice.
91.8 Hedef Radyo · Evin Yankısı
Son Defa'nın Ardında Kumar Bağımlılığı
Emre YILMAZ · 22 Ekim 2026 (42:33)
- 44
- Publications Articles, Books & Papers
- 245+
- Google Scholar Total Scholar Citations
- 30
- Web of Science Citations SCI-E / SSCI / ESCI
- 24
- Scopus Citations International Index
- 64
- Radio Broadcasts 91.8 Hedef Radyo · Evin Yankısı
- 10+
- Scientific Events Symposia & Summits
Academia · Research · Counseling
Pillars of Academic & Professional Practice
Multidimensional scholarship spanning university education, international field research, family counseling, and public broadcasting.
Education
University Teaching & Graduate Supervision
Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses at Ankara University's Department of Social Work, cultivating future practitioners grounded in human rights, professional ethics, and evidence-based practice.
Scientific Research
Field Research & Social Policy
Leading internationally indexed studies and policy initiatives on ageing and elder self-neglect, family resilience, migration, post-disaster psychosocial support, and artificial intelligence.
Counseling & Outreach
Family Counseling & Public Engagement
Bridging interdisciplinary family counseling expertise, invited summit keynotes, and the weekly radio programme 'Evin Yankısı' on 91.8 Hedef Radio to bring scientific insight into everyday life.
Science Touching Everyday Life
“Rather than leaving scientific knowledge solely within academic journals, I strive to touch human lives by carrying it from the radio microphone into homes, and from fieldwork into social policy.”
Core Research & Clinical Focus Areas
- Digital Social Work
- Elderly Welfare
- Family Welfare
- Disability Welfare
- Migration and Social Integration
- Psychosocial Support
Peer-Reviewed Scholarship
Selected Academic Publications
Selected peer-reviewed studies indexed in SSCI, SCI-E, Scopus, and TR Dizin.
2025Journal ArticleSSCIScopusAfet Sonrası Psikososyal Destek
2 CitationsGroup Work for Earthquake Survivors: A Randomized Controlled Trial Transforming Crisis into Hope
Emine Özmete, Ayşe Sezen Serpen, Fulya Akgül Gök, Ezgi Arslan Özdemir, Erdinç Kalaycı, Serdarhan Duru
Research on Social Work Practice, 35(4), 432-442
2025Journal ArticleSSCIScopusYaşlılık & Yaşlı İhmali
3 CitationsPrevalence and associated risk factors of elder self-neglect among community-dwelling older adults in Turkey
Emine Özmete, Halime Yıldırım Hoş, Serdarhan Duru, Melike Pak
Journal of Elder Abuse & Neglect, 37(2), 132-149
2022Journal ArticleSSCIScopusGöç & Sosyal Uyum
20 CitationsProblems and Issues Concerning Social Integration of Elderly Refugees in Turkey
Emine Özmete, Melike Pak, Serdarhan Duru
Journal of Refugee Studies, 35(1), 93-121
UNICEF · National Fieldwork · Lifelong Learning
Research Projects & Field Programmes
National and international initiatives translating scientific insight into social policy and field intervention.
2025 – 2026Ongoing
Contributing Scholar & Module Author
Family Communication, Emotional Awareness, and Psychosocial Support Model in Combating Addiction
MARPEM — Psychoeducation & Guidance Model for Families in Addiction
Structured family psychoeducation modules focusing on healthy communication, emotional awareness, and psychosocial resilience for families affected by substance addiction.
BağımlılıkAile DanışmanlığıPsikoeğitim
2023 – 2025Completed
Co-Investigator & Field Intervention Team
Group Work for Earthquake Survivors: A Randomized Controlled Trial Transforming Crisis into Hope
Ankara University — Multi-Center Post-Disaster Psychosocial Support Study
A randomized controlled group work intervention designed to transform post-earthquake trauma into psychosocial hope and resilience among disaster survivors.
Afet Sosyal HizmetiGrup ÇalışmasıRandomize Kontrollü Çalışma
Publication2021 – 2025Completed
Lead Researcher (Doctoral & Urban Field Study)
Prevalence and Risk Factors of Elder Self-Neglect Among Community-Dwelling Older Adults in Türkiye
Ankara University Institute of Health Sciences & Dept. of Social Work
Comprehensive epidemiological and social work investigation of elder self-neglect prevalence and biopsychosocial risk factors among urban older adults in Türkiye.
YaşlılıkKendi Kendini İhmalSosyal Politika
Publication2022 – 2025Ongoing
Module Coordinator & Educator
Third Age University & 50+ Life School: Digital Literacy for Older Adults & Intergenerational Solidarity
Ankara University Center for Ageing Studies (YAŞAM) & Third Age University
Applied lifelong learning programme empowering older adults with digital literacy skills, active ageing practices, and intergenerational solidarity.
Aktif YaşlanmaDijital OkuryazarlıkKuşaklararası Dayanışma
2019Completed
Expert Author & Guideline Developer
Family and Group Work: A Practice Guide for Probation Specialists
UNICEF & Ministry of Justice Probation Services
National practice manual developed with UNICEF to standardize family-focused and group social work interventions within the probation system.
UNICEFAile ve Grup ÇalışmasıDenetimli Serbestlik
Publication2020 – 2022Completed
Researcher
Social Integration Challenges and Psychosocial Needs of Elderly Refugees in Türkiye
Ankara University — Migration & Older Refugees Field Research
Empirical research analyzing social integration barriers, healthcare access, and psychosocial needs of older refugees in Türkiye.
Göç ve UyumYaşlı MültecilerHak Temelli Sosyal Hizmet
Publication
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Every Thursday, 19:00 – 20:00 (TRT)
“Listen to the echo of your home!”
Broadcast every Thursday at 19:00 on 91.8 Hedef Radio, 'Evin Yankısı' (Echo of the Home) sheds light on family and community life—ranging from family communication and healthy aging to addiction, mental health, nutrition, and disability. With expert guests each week, the program bridges academic social work knowledge with everyday life.
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Evin Yankısı
Broadcast every Thursday at 19:00 on 91.8 Hedef Radio — warm, evidence-based conversations with expert guests on family communication, mental health, healthy ageing, and contemporary social issues.
Recent Broadcasts
Browse Complete Archive →- AddictionOctober 22, 2026 · 42:33
Gambling Addiction Behind 'Just One Last Time'
Guest: Emre YILMAZ
- Family & ParentingOctober 15, 2026 · 47:54
Family Rituals in Pursuit of Peace
Guest: Semra ÖZBEY
- Mental HealthOctober 1, 2026 · 47:20
Well-Being in Working Life
Guest: Doç. Dr. Serdarhan DURU
- Family & ParentingSeptember 24, 2026 · 47:53
Well-Being of the Child at School
Guest: Doç. Dr. Serdarhan DURU
Keynotes, Panels & Broadcasts
At the Podium, in the Studio & in Academia
Highlights from national summits, scientific panels, radio broadcasts, and university life.
Ankara University Faculty Study Office
Academic study environment where social work research, thesis supervision, and editorial work take place.
91.8 Hedef Radio — 'Evin Yankısı' Studio
Behind the microphone every Thursday at 19:00 discussing family welfare, addiction, and psychosocial well-being.
Red Crescent Youth and Family Summit
Invited talk on strengthening family structures, youth policies, and intergenerational solidarity.
Interdisciplinary Social Policy Panel
Scientific session examining individual and structural dimensions of social problems through field evidence.
Collective Wisdom & Professional Dialogue
Building bridges among scholars, social work practitioners, and policymakers.