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Posttraumatic Growth: An Analysis of the Concept Based on Rodgers' Concept Development
Banafsheh Tehranineshat1, Camellia Torabizadeh2
1Community Based Psychiatric Care Research Center, Department of Nursing, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran.
Journal of Religion and Health
|January 11, 2021
Summary
Posttraumatic growth, a psychological response to trauma, involves spiritual changes, compassion, life appreciation, and self-understanding. This research clarifies its attributes to inform nursing interventions.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Trauma Studies
- Nursing
Background:
- Posttraumatic growth is frequently discussed in psychological literature.
- A clear, universally accepted definition of posttraumatic growth is lacking.
- Understanding its core components is crucial for therapeutic applications.
Purpose of the Study:
- To define the attributes, antecedents, and consequents of posttraumatic growth.
- To establish a clear conceptual understanding of posttraumatic growth.
- To identify key elements for developing posttraumatic growth.
Main Methods:
- Rodgers' evolutionary concept analysis method was employed.
- Thematic analysis was used for data interpretation.
- Systematic literature review and conceptual analysis were conducted.
Main Results:
- Posttraumatic growth is a multifaceted concept.
- Four primary attributes were identified: spiritual transformation, increased compassion, enhanced appreciation for life, and deeper self-understanding.
- These attributes provide a framework for understanding the phenomenon.
Conclusions:
- A precise definition and identified attributes of posttraumatic growth are established.
- This conceptual clarity can guide the development of targeted nursing interventions.
- Enhancing posttraumatic growth can improve patient outcomes following traumatic experiences.
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