# An Examination of Age and Gender Factors on Immediate Stabilization Procedure Effectiveness During the Russian-Ukrainian War - URL: https://alisanburak.com/en/rusya-ukrayna-savasi-sirasinda-acil-istikrar-prosedurunun-etkinligi-uzerinde-yas-ve-cinsiyet-faktorlerinin-incelenmesi - Language: en - Last updated: 2026-09-15 - Page title: An Examination of Age and Gender Factors on Immediate Stabilization Procedure Effectiveness During the Russian-Ukrainian War | Assoc. Prof. Dr. Alişan Burak Yaşar > An Examination of Age and Gender Factors on Immediate Stabilization Procedure Effectiveness During the Russian-Ukrainian War (An Examination of Age and Gen This page was translated automatically from Turkish. 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The use of missiles and explosives by Russian forces has resulted in a substantial toll of civilian deaths, injuries, and military casualties. The impact of the war on mental health is a significant concern, with a growing number of Ukrainians experiencing acute stress response (ASR) and PTSD. These conditions, exacerbated by the brutal nature of the war and pervasive uncertainty, underscore the urgent need for effective psychological interventions to stabilize individuals in crisis and prevent long-term mental health consequences. The Immediate Stabilization Procedure (ISP) is a psychological first aid intervention reported to be effective in reducing individuals' subjective units of distress following traumatic events to below 5 on a scale of 1–10 without the risk of retraumatization. Developed by Dr. Gary Quinn, the ISP intervention is specifically designed for situations in which an individual's capacity to process trauma is insufficient and established trauma interventions are not advisable. **Aims** This study aims to investigate the effectiveness of ISP in alleviating the psychological distress experienced by Ukrainian adults affected by the ongoing war with Russia. Specifically, the study examines the relationship between implementation of the ISP protocol and participants' subjective units of distress (SUDs) levels, considering factors such as age and gender. Given the profound impact of the Russian-Ukrainian war on Ukrainian citizens, it is crucial to emphasize the need for post-trauma stabilization interventions that are effective across all age groups and genders. Tailored interventions that address the diverse needs of all individuals affected by trauma, regardless of age or gender, are essential for mitigating long-term psychological consequences. Therefore, implementing inclusive trauma interventions is imperative for providing comprehensive support to those affected by the Russian-Ukrainian war and strengthening their psychological resilience. Using a mixed analysis of variance (ANOVA) design, this study aimed to provide empirical evidence regarding the impact of ISP, regardless of age and gender, on Ukrainian individuals living within and outside the war zone in 2023. **Abstract Topic** Without effective psychological first aid, Ukrainian citizens face the risk of long-term psychological harm and physical consequences. To address this need, the Immediate Stabilization Procedure (ISP), a psychological first aid intervention based on Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), is being implemented by trained Ukrainian counselors to alleviate the immediate traumatic effects experienced by individuals in war zones and displaced refugees. The research aims to determine whether ISP effectively reduces participants' SUD scores in a single session and whether its effectiveness depends on participants' age or gender. **Methods** The study used social media platforms in Ukraine to offer free registration for psychological support sessions using ISP. Within 24 hours of their request, 280 adults were connected with an ISP-trained provider. ISP-trained clinicians use 6 predetermined protocols in conjunction with tactile bilateral stimulation (BLS), administered by the clinician during in-person sessions or by the client or a support person during online treatment. Participants were asked to report their SUDs scores, after which the procedure was administered and SUDs were measured again. **Results** The study's findings indicate that the ISP procedure effectively stabilizes individuals experiencing statistically significant distress and reduces distress levels after a single session. The analysis revealed that neither age nor gender influenced treatment outcomes, suggesting that the intervention had similar effects across different age groups. demographic groups. The findings regarding the effectiveness of the ISP intervention have significant implications for Ukrainian citizens and potentially for other populations and settings characterized by limited resources and infrastructure. The ISP intervention may contribute to individuals' overall well-being and recovery regardless of age and gender. **Conclusion** The consistent reduction in SUDs with ISP across diverse demographic groups highlights its promise for rapid stabilization following trauma. Considering its broader impact, it is reasonable to assume that administering ISP could potentially prevent the development of acute stress disorder (ASD), leading to a subsequent reduction in the prevalence of PTSD. This outcome could ease the strain on resources, funding, and mental health services, providing tangible benefits for the well-being of Ukrainian citizens and other populations affected by war and human-made and natural disasters. An Examination of Age and Gender Factors on Immediate Stabilization Procedure Effectiveness During the Russian-Ukrainian War Background The invasion of Ukraine by Russia has ignited one of the most severe humanitarian crises. Thousands of Ukrainian citizens volunteer for military service, while millions have been forcibly displaced from their homes. The utilization of missiles and explosives by Russian forces has resulted in a substantial toll of civilian fatalities, injuries, and military casualties. The toll of war on mental health in the escalating number of Ukrainians experiencing acute stress response (ASR) and PT SD is a significant area of concern. Such conditions, exacerbated by the relentless nature of the war and the pervasive uncertainty, underscore the urgent need for effective psychological interventions to stabilize individuals in crisis and prevent the development of long-term mental health consequences. The Immediate Stabilization Procedure (ISP) is a psychological first aid noted to be effective in reducing subjective units of distress in individuals following traumatic events to below 5 on a scale of 1-10 without the risk of retraumatization. Developed by Dr. Gary Quinn, the ISP intervention is specifically designed for situations where an individual's capacity to process trauma is insufficient, and established trauma interventions are not advisable. Aims The present study aims to investigate the effectiveness of the ISP in alleviating the psychological distress experienced by Ukrainian adults affected by the ongoing war with Russia. Specifically, the study examines the relationship between ISP protocol implementation and participants' levels of subjective units of distress (SUDs), considering factors such as age and gender. Given the profound impact of the Russian - Ukrainian war on Ukrainian citizens, it is crucial to emphasize the necessity of post-trauma stabilizing interventions that are effective across all age groups and genders. Tailored interventions that address the diverse needs of all affected individuals, regardless of age or gender, are essential for mitigating the long-term psychological consequences. Therefore, the implementation of inclusive trauma interventions is imperative for providing comprehensive support to those affected by the Russian-Ukrainian war and fostering their psychological resilience. By employing a mixed analysis of variance (ANOVA) design, the study aimed to provide empirical evidence regarding the impact of ISP, regardless of age and gender, on Ukrainian individuals living within and outside the war zone during the year 2023. Abstract Topic Without effective psychological first aid, Ukrainian citizens face the risk of enduring long-term psychological harm and physical consequences. To address this need, Immediate Stabilization Procedure (ISP), a psychological first aid intervention rooted in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), is being implemented by trained Ukrainian counselors to alleviate the immediate traumatic effects experienced by individuals in war zones and displaced refugees. The research aims to determine whether ISP effectively decreases participants' SUD scores during one session and whether its effectiveness is contingent upon the age or gender of the participants Methods The study used social media outlets in Ukraine, offering complimentary registration for ISP-implemented psychological support sessions.280 adults connected with an ISP - trained provider within 24-hours of the request. Clinicians trained in ISP employ 6 predetermined protocols in conjunction with tactile bilateral stimulation (BLS), administered by the clinician during in-person sessions or by the client or a support person during online treatment delivery. The participants were asked to report their SUDs score, and then the procedure was administered, followed by the repeated measurement of SUDs. Results The study's findings indicate that the ISP procedure effectively stabilizes individuals experiencing statistically significant distress, reducing distress levels following a single session. The analysis revealed that neither age nor gender influenced treatment outcomes, suggesting that the intervention exerted similar effects across different demographic groups. The findings regarding the efficacy of the ISP intervention hold significant implications for Ukrainian citizens and potentially other populations and settings characterized by limited resources and infrastructure. The ISP intervention can contribute to individuals' overall well-being and recovery regardless of age and gender. Conclusion ISP's consistent reduction in SUDs across diverse demographic groups highlights its promise for rapid stabilization in the aftermath of trauma. Considering the broader impact, there is a rational assumption that the administration ofISP could potentially prevent the development of AS D, leading to a subsequent reduction in the prevalence of PTSD cases. This outcome could alleviate the strain on resources, funding, and mental health services, yielding tangible benefits for the well-being of Ukrainian citizens and other populations affected by war, man-made and natural disasters. 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