THE EFFECT OF SPACE TRAVEL ON THE MENTAL HEALTH OF ASTRONAUTS
Authors : Doğancan Sönmez
Pages : 37-40
Doi:10.58961/hmj.1430150
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Publication Date : 2024-04-22
Article Type : Other
Abstract :Space travel has become a global spotlight and has always been a fascinating subject due to its limitless potential. Advanced technological advances have expanded the boundaries of the human species, making it possible to achieve previously unimaginable goals. However, astronauts face dangers during space missions, and these dangers can have significant effects on physical and mental health. Significant mental problems such as emotional dysregulation, cognitive dysfunction, and disruption of sleep-wake rhythms are some of the most frequently reported conditions during space missions. Considering that these factors can negatively affect the mental health of astronauts, increasing interest and investment in space research is gaining importance. This article aims to summarize the risk factors during space missions and the mental health problems that may arise due to them and to contribute to the existing literature on this subject.Keywords : Uzay, Astronot, Ruh Sağlığı, Yerçekimi, Radyasyon