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2 clusters · 3 sources · 29 days · First seen · Last updated
Social withdrawal of Barış Özbay in Hatay
Overview
Barış Özbay, a resident of Hatay, Turkey, has drawn public attention due to his extreme social isolation and digital addiction. Initial reports suggested his condition was a response to the Kahramanmaraş centered earthquakes, which resulted in the loss of his home and relatives. During that period, he reportedly refused medical aid and expressed a desire to remain in his current lifestyle, stating, “I don’t want anything, I am happy.”
In later developments, Özbay clarified that his social withdrawal, a condition similar to “hikikomori,” actually began during his university years, prior to the earthquakes. He described his isolation as a way to avoid adult responsibilities. His physical health has reportedly declined, with mentions of painful, swollen joints and a lack of medical treatment for several years. His mother continues to manage the household alone amidst significant financial difficulties.
Entities
Barış Özbay · Hatay · Testo Taylan · Antakya · Semra Özbay
Timeline
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[CULTURE] 3 sourcesBarış Özbay discusses three year social isolation in Hatay
Barış Özbay, a 26-year-old in Hatay, Turkey, has detailed his three-year social isolation, citing a desire to avoid adult responsibilities and declining physical health.
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[CULTURE] 11 sourcesBarış Özbay refuses medical aid following earthquake-related digital addiction
Barış Özbay, a young man in Hatay affected by the earthquakes, has returned home after hospital treatment but continues to struggle with digital addiction and refuses further intervention.
Sources
gazetedamga.com.tr · sallinggroup.com · wwj.co.jp