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Posttraumatic growth in combat veterans.

Richard G Tedeschi1

  • 1Department of Psychology, University of North Carolina Charlotte, Charlotte, NC 28223, USA. rtedesch@uncc.edu

Journal of Clinical Psychology in Medical Settings
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Combat veterans can experience posttraumatic growth (PTG) following trauma, leading to personal transformation. Therapists can facilitate this growth through expert companionship and systematic approaches.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Military Mental Health
  • Trauma Studies

Background:

  • Combat veterans and families encounter significant coping and belief system challenges.
  • Traumatic events can challenge core beliefs, potentially leading to profound personal change.
  • Posttraumatic growth (PTG) is a positive psychological transformation following adversity.

Observation:

  • Traumatic events can be viewed not only as assaults but as catalysts for cognitive processing.
  • This cognitive processing can lead to unexpected personal transformations and resilience.
  • The concept of PTG offers a framework for understanding positive adaptation after trauma.

Findings:

  • Posttraumatic growth (PTG) is a recognized phenomenon in combat service members.
  • Therapeutic interventions can systematically facilitate PTG.
  • Expert companionship is a key element in the clinician's role.

Implications:

  • Clinicians can actively foster PTG in service members and their families.
  • Understanding PTG can enhance mental health support for the military community.
  • Therapeutic approaches can be tailored to support positive adaptation post-trauma.