Özlem Şahin Altun

The Mediating Role of Social Sensitivity in the Relationship Between Mindfulness and Secondary Traumatic Stress Among Social Media Users.

Psychological Reports August 24, 2026 Duygu Özer, Özlem Şahin Altun

Exposure to traumatic events such as disasters, violence, and wars through social media has been associated with psychological distress and secondary traumatic stress (STS). However, limited evidence exists regarding how mindfulness and social sensitivity are associated with this digital form of trauma. This study examined the relationships among mindfulness, social sensitivity, and STS among...