Near East University supports the health and well-being of its academic and administrative staff through comprehensive healthcare coverage, access to professional medical services, free psychological counselling, and specialised mental health support.

These continuing services are complemented by mental health awareness activities, educational programmes, and opportunities for physical activity and recreation. In 2025, the university promoted staff well-being through initiatives addressing stress, anxiety, burnout, psychological resilience, and healthy lifestyles, alongside employee-specific opportunities to access sports and recreational facilities.

Health Services for Staff

Employee Health Insurance and Access to Healthcare

Near East University provides its employees with comprehensive private health insurance, covering 80% to 100% of medical expenses at Near East University Hospital, the university's own teaching hospital.

The healthcare coverage available to employees of the Near East Enterprises supports access to general healthcare, specialist medical consultations, diagnostic examinations, and treatment services.

Through this institutional arrangement, academic and administrative staff benefit from affordable access to professional healthcare services within the university's healthcare infrastructure.

The availability of extensive health insurance coverage contributes to employees' physical and psychological well-being by reducing financial barriers to medical care.

Mental Health Support for Staff

Near East University provides psychological counselling, psychiatric services, and mental health guidance to support employees experiencing emotional, psychological, or work-related difficulties.

The university's approach combines free psychological support with access to professional psychiatric and psychological services through its established healthcare infrastructure.

Access to Free Psychological Counselling

Near East University staff can access free psychological counselling and mental health guidance through the university's employee support arrangements.

The Psychological Counselling, Guidance and Research Centre (PDRAM) also provides free counselling through an appointment-based system during working hours.

Counselling services offer professional assistance for individuals experiencing stress, anxiety, emotional difficulties, interpersonal problems, and challenges affecting their personal or professional lives.

These services provide an accessible pathway to psychological support, encouraging employees to seek professional assistance when needed.

Access to Psychiatric and Psychological Services

Employees can access specialised psychiatric and psychological services through Near East University Hospital.

The university's existing staff healthcare arrangements include access to psychiatric and psychological support without charge under the applicable employee healthcare provisions.

The Department of Psychiatry at Near East University Hospital provides assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for a broad range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety disorders, panic disorder, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and other psychiatric conditions.

Clinical services include psychiatric consultations, psychological assessments, psychotherapy, family and relationship counselling, and specialist treatment according to individual needs.

The availability of professional mental healthcare within the university's own hospital complements counselling services and provides employees with access to specialised support.

Active Promotion of Good Mental Health

In addition to providing professional mental health services, Near East University actively promotes psychological well-being through educational events and awareness activities involving members of the university community.

During 2025, university-organised events addressed anxiety, stress management, burnout, psychological resilience, and the relationship between mental and physical health.

These initiatives encouraged greater awareness of mental health challenges and introduced practical approaches to maintaining psychological well-being.

Understanding Somatic Symptom and Related Disorders

On 12 November 2025, Near East University's Faculty of Medicine organised an educational event titled "Somatic Symptom and Related Disorders" at Near East University Hospital.

The programme brought together academic staff and students to examine the relationship between psychological processes and physical symptoms, highlighting the importance of recognising mental health factors in clinical assessment and treatment.

The event was moderated by Prof. Dr. Gamze Mocan, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine, and Prof. Dr. Emrah Ruh, Coordinator of Continuing Medical Education. Dr. Gizem Tel from the Department of Psychiatry delivered the main presentation, with specialist contributions supporting the scientific discussion.

The programme explored how psychological stress, emotional difficulties, and psychosocial factors may influence physical symptoms. It also addressed the biopsychosocial approach to healthcare and the importance of multidisciplinary assessment.

By highlighting the relationship between psychological and physical health, the event contributed to mental health literacy among participating academic staff and students and supported greater awareness of mental health within professional healthcare practice.

Psychology Days II: The Age of Tired Minds – Coping with Anxiety, Stress, and Burnout

In December 2025, Near East University's Student Dean's Office and Psychology Club organised "Psychology Days II – The Age of Tired Minds: Coping with Anxiety, Stress, and Burnout in the Modern World."

The event brought together academic staff, students, and psychology specialists to discuss psychological challenges associated with modern life and explore approaches to maintaining mental well-being.

Faculty members from the Department of Psychology delivered presentations on stress management, psychological flexibility, emotional resilience, and strategies for preventing and managing burnout.

Sessions addressing adulthood examined the relationship between daily pressures, emotional exhaustion, psychological resilience, and the ability to adapt to stressful circumstances. Participants received information on coping strategies, emotional renewal, and maintaining psychological balance in personal and professional life.

The event also addressed the importance of recognising psychological difficulties and developing healthier responses to anxiety and stress.

By engaging academic staff alongside students in discussions on stress management, burnout prevention, and psychological resilience, the programme also contributed to the active promotion of positive mental health among university employees.

The programme reflects Near East University's approach to supporting psychological well-being across its university community through education, awareness, and professional knowledge-sharing.

Promoting Staff Well-being Through Physical Activity and Recreation

Near East University encourages employees to maintain healthy and active lifestyles through access to sports facilities and recreational opportunities across its campus.

The university's Olympic Swimming Pool and Sports Tower provide facilities for swimming, fitness, exercise, and other forms of physical activity. These resources offer opportunities for employees to incorporate regular exercise into their routines and support their physical and psychological well-being.

Special Membership Opportunities for Employees

To encourage staff participation in physical activity, Near East University promotes special membership packages and discounted access to recreational facilities specifically for employees.

Employee-focused promotional campaigns have included preferential membership opportunities at the Olympic Swimming Pool and combined membership packages covering both the Olympic Swimming Pool and Sports Tower.

These offers are communicated through dedicated promotional materials highlighting employee benefits, reduced membership rates, and available facilities.

The combined membership arrangements enable staff to access swimming and fitness facilities through a single membership, providing additional opportunities for exercise and recreation.

By offering employee-specific financial incentives, Near East University takes practical steps to make physical activity more accessible to its workforce.

Supporting Mental Well-being Through Healthy Lifestyles

Regular physical activity can contribute to stress management, emotional well-being, and a healthier work-life balance.

Near East University's swimming and fitness facilities provide opportunities for employees to engage in exercise, recreation, and activities that support their general well-being.

These opportunities complement the university's professional mental health services and educational awareness initiatives by encouraging preventive approaches to health and well-being.

The promotion of recreational facilities through employee-specific membership campaigns demonstrates an institutional effort to encourage healthy lifestyles and participation in physical activity among staff.