The moderating role of generalized anxiety disorder symptoms in the relationship between posttraumatic stress symptoms and depressive symptoms after the 2023 Kahramanmaraş earthquake

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Generalized anxiety disorder symptoms moderate the relationship between posttraumatic stress symptoms and depressive symptoms following the 2023 Kahramanmaraş earthquake. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.NOVEL_FINDING. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

Nurhayat Kiliç-Bayageldi̇

doi:10.1186/s40359-026-04167-4

February 16, 2026BMC PsychologyOpen Access

The moderating role of generalized anxiety disorder symptoms in the relationship between posttraumatic stress symptoms and depressive symptoms after the 2023 Kahramanmaraş earthquake

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To investigate how symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) influence the relationship between posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms and depressive symptoms after a disaster.
Examined the interplay between PTSD and GAD symptoms
Focused on depressive symptoms following the 2023 Kahramanmaraş earthquake
Considered comorbid conditions in assessing risks and interventions
GAD symptoms significantly moderate the relationship between PTSD and depression
Individuals with both PTSD and GAD show heightened depression vulnerability
Findings underscore the need for integrated mental health interventions after disasters

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Analysis reveals the impact of anxiety symptoms on depression risk in post-earthquake scenarios, suggesting necessary intervention adjustments.

Abstract

PTSD and GAD symptoms jointly increase vulnerability to depression following a major disaster, with GAD acting as a key moderating factor. These findings highlight the importance of considering comorbid anxiety in post-disaster risk assessment and intervention strategies.

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Nurhayat Kiliç-Bayageldi̇ (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6996a818ecb39a600b3ee72e https://doi.org/10.1186/s40359-026-04167-4

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