"Dose of Emotions" Restaurant Initiative: Analyzing the Impact of Integrating Psychological Guidance with Digital Technologies and Interactive Arts to Enhance Psychological and Social Adaptation During Wars and Humanitarian Crises

Abstract

The study aimed to explore the impact of integrating technology and art in school counseling on improving students' mental health in war and crisis zones. It also sought to evaluate the effectiveness of the "Dose of Emotions Restaurant" initiative in providing a safe space for emotional expression and analyzing the challenges in implementing it in affected schools. The researcher employed a descriptive-analytical approach, gathering data through surveys and interviews with students and teachers in these schools. The results showed that integrating technology and art positively contributes to improving students' mental health by helping them express their emotions safely, reducing stress and anxiety. The study also found that the "Dose of Emotions Restaurant" provides a safe environment for students to interact with their emotions using artistic and technological activities. However, the initiative faced challenges, such as limited access to technology in some crisis-affected areas, along with the need to ensure data privacy. The study recommended expanding the use of technology in school counseling, providing training programs for teachers and counselors, and enhancing community partnerships to support mental health initiatives. It also called for improving infrastructure to ensure the success of these initiatives in war and crisis environments.