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Strens, traumas, and trauma resolution.

N J Finkel

    American Journal of Community Psychology
    |June 1, 1975
    PubMed
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    Many individuals transform trauma into growth-potentiating experiences, known as "strens." This personal cognitive process, often self-directed, typically resolves between two weeks and four months post-trauma.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • Trauma Studies
    • Personal Growth

    Background:

    • Understanding trauma resolution is crucial for mental health.
    • Identifying pathways for post-traumatic growth is a key research area.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the transformation of traumatic experiences into growth-potentiating experiences ('strens').
    • To explore the mechanisms and timing of trauma resolution.

    Main Methods:

    • Survey of 40 college student volunteers.
    • Detailed descriptions of significant positive and negative life experiences.

    Main Results:

    • A significant portion of participants converted trauma into 'strens'.
    • Trauma resolution is primarily a cognitive process, often self-managed.

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  • Resolution typically occurs 2 weeks to 4 months after the event.

    • Conclusions:

    • Cognitive reframing facilitates the conversion of trauma into personal growth.
    • Early intervention and self-directed coping strategies are effective in trauma resolution.