EMU PR and Advertising Department Hosts Anti-Drugs Commission’s Educational Consultant, Bekiroğulları
“The Role of Media in Drug Addiction Explored at EMU Seminar”
The Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU) recently hosted the 11th Career Days event, during which a seminar titled “The Effect of Media on Drug Addiction” took place. The seminar, organized by the EMU Graduate Communication and Career Research Directorate (EMU-MIKA), aimed to shed light on the relationship between media and drug addiction.
Leading the seminar was Dr. [Psychologist’s Name], who currently serves as the TRNC Anti-Drug Commission Educational Consultant and Clinical Supervisor. The event attracted the participation of faculty members, students, and prominent figures such as Teyfide Tecel Hatipoğlu, Chairman of the Anti-Drug Commission, and other members of the Commission.
During the seminar, Dr. [Psychologist’s Name] delved into the various ways in which the media portrays drugs. He discussed how the news coverage of drug-related issues and the images used in these reports can significantly impact the audience. Furthermore, he highlighted the influence of drug advertisements and their prevalence in TV series and movies broadcast on digital channels, emphasizing the amount of information they convey about drug use.
Following his informative session, Dr. [Psychologist’s Name] answered questions posed by both students and faculty members. His insightful presentation earned him accolades from the EMU Communication Faculty, resulting in the presentation of a plaque of appreciation by Prof. Dr. Anıl Kemal Kaya, Head of the Public Relations and Advertising Department.
The seminar successfully highlighted the influence of media on drug addiction, increasing awareness among attendees about the role of media in shaping perceptions and behaviors towards drug use. The event served as an important platform for discussion and collaboration between professionals, students, and researchers in the field, reinforcing EMU’s commitment to fostering meaningful conversations on critical societal issues.
