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Traumatic Events and Vaccination Decisions: A Systematic Review
Maria Christou-Ergos1, Kerrie E Wiley2,3, Julie Leask1,3
1Susan Wakil School of Nursing and Midwifery, Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Sydney, Camperdown 2006, Australia.
Vaccines
|June 24, 2022
Summary
Past trauma experiences significantly influence vaccination decisions. Understanding this link is crucial for improving public health vaccination strategies, especially for COVID-19 vaccine uptake.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Psychology
- Vaccinology
Background:
- Past experiences influence health behaviors, including vaccination decisions.
- The impact of traumatic events on vaccination choices remains under-explored.
- Understanding psychological factors is key to improving vaccine acceptance.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review existing literature on the relationship between traumatic events and subsequent vaccination decisions.
- To synthesize current knowledge on how trauma affects vaccination intention and behavior.
- To identify gaps and future research directions in this emerging field.
Main Methods:
- Systematic review of scientific literature.
- Searched MEDLINE, PsycINFO, and CINHAL databases.
- Included five studies meeting eligibility criteria after screening 1551 articles.
Main Results:
- Evidence suggests a significant association between experiencing trauma and individual vaccination decisions.
- Social and practical factors may mediate the relationship between trauma and vaccination.
- Psychological trauma is linked to vaccination intention and behavior.
Conclusions:
- The experience of psychological trauma is associated with vaccination intention and behavior.
- A trauma-informed approach may enhance vaccination interventions.
- Further research is needed to fully elucidate the nuances of this relationship for public health initiatives, including COVID-19 vaccine coverage.
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