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Area of Science:

  • Psychological outcomes
  • Rehabilitation science
  • Amputation research

Background:

  • Positive outcomes after amputation are crucial for optimal recovery and quality of life.
  • Research on posttraumatic growth (PTG) in individuals with amputations is limited.
  • Understanding factors influencing PTG can inform supportive interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate posttraumatic growth (PTG) in adults with amputations.
  • To assess the influence of gender, veteran status, age, and time since amputation on PTG.
  • To examine the association between support group participation and PTG.

Main Methods:

  • Online survey administered to 66 adults with amputations.
  • Utilized the Posttraumatic Growth Inventory (PTGI) for quantitative data.
  • Collected qualitative data on support group experiences through free-response questions.

Main Results:

  • No significant gender differences in PTG scores were observed.
  • Veterans reported significantly lower PTG scores compared to civilians (p < 0.05).
  • Age demonstrated a negative correlation with PTG scores (p < 0.05).
  • Consistent engagement in support groups correlated with significantly higher PTG scores (p < 0.01).

Conclusions:

  • Veterans may represent a population requiring targeted PTG interventions post-amputation.
  • Support groups are identified as a beneficial environment associated with increased posttraumatic growth.
  • Findings suggest support groups can enhance psychological resilience and adaptation following amputation.