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  • Psychology
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Trauma Studies

Background:

  • Trauma can disrupt identity formation and the resources available for identity work.
  • Identity influences the perception and interpretation of traumatic events, affecting outcomes like posttraumatic stress disorder or posttraumatic growth.

Discussion:

  • The relationship between trauma and identity is bidirectional and complex.
  • Existing research on the intersection of trauma and identity is limited.
  • This Special Issue examines these influences across diverse adolescent groups, event types, and identity facets.

Key Insights:

  • Trauma and identity are deeply intertwined, each shaping the other's trajectory.
  • Identity can serve as a protective factor or a vulnerability in the face of trauma.
  • Adolescence is a critical period for understanding these reciprocal influences.

Outlook:

  • Further research is needed to develop nuanced reciprocal relations models for trauma and identity.
  • This work lays the foundation for future empirical investigations into these complex associations.
  • Understanding this interplay can inform interventions for trauma recovery and identity development.