The Life of Barış Özbay, Who Confined Himself to His Home After the Earthquake in Antakya

23-year-old Barış Özbay, who lost his home and relatives in the Kahramanmaraş-centered earthquakes, confined himself to his home after the trauma he experienced in Antakya and became addicted to social media. Returning home after hospital treatment, the young man and his mother reject offers of assistance and continue their current lifestyle.

The Process of Confining to Home After the Earthquake

Semra Özbay, 52, who lost her home and relatives in the Kahramanmaraş-centered earthquakes, and her son Barış continue their lives in their detached house in Gazi Neighborhood of Antakya district.

Losing his will to live after the earthquake, Barış Özbay became addicted to the virtual world due to the long hours he spent with his computer and mobile phone.

Hospital Treatment and Return

Receiving hospital treatment for a while after what he went through, Barış Özbay returned home after a treatment period lasting approximately 3 months.

Returning to his old lifestyle by stopping his medication after coming back home, the young man began spending most of his days with his phone.

Daily Life and Message

Stating that he is satisfied with his daily life, Barış Özbay said that he does not accept the offers of help made to him and does not want anything. It was noted that the young man wore a t-shirt with the German inscription 'I am beyond redemption' and thus sent a message to those who wonder about him.

Statements by Mother Semra Özbay

Mother Semra Özbay stated that there was no permanent change in her son's life after his hospital treatment and that he continued the same way regarding personal care. Stating that her son now wants to stay alone at home, mother Özbay expressed that he wants her to leave the house and that her son is content with his current life.