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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Trauma Studies

Background:

  • Existing research questions adolescent capacity for post-traumatic growth due to developmental immaturity.
  • Adolescent post-traumatic growth (PTG) is under-researched, with limited empirical evidence.
  • Understanding PTG in adolescents is crucial for mental health interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To conduct the first comprehensive review of literature on post-traumatic growth in adolescents (ages 12-18).
  • To determine the empirical evidence supporting adolescent PTG.
  • To identify potential moderators and review measurement tools for adolescent PTG.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic literature review following PRISMA guidelines.
  • Analysis of empirical studies investigating post-traumatic growth in adolescents.
  • Synthesis of correlational and longitudinal study findings.

Main Results:

  • Evidence for adolescent PTG was found in five studies (3 correlational, 2 longitudinal).
  • The majority of current evidence is correlational, suggesting initial support for adolescent PTG.
  • Longitudinal data is scarce, limiting robust empirical establishment of adolescent PTG.

Conclusions:

  • Adolescents demonstrate capacity for post-traumatic growth, supported by preliminary evidence.
  • Further longitudinal research is essential to strengthen the empirical foundation of adolescent PTG.
  • Development of refined measurement tools and exploration of moderators are needed for future research.