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Annunziata Romeo1, Lorys Castelli1, Georgia Zara1
1Department of Psychology, University of Turin, Via Verdi 10, 10124 Turin, Italy.
This study explored psychological factors influencing posttraumatic growth (PTG) and posttraumatic depreciation (PTD). Core beliefs, rumination, and depressive symptoms significantly predicted both positive and negative changes after trauma.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Trauma Studies
- Mental Health
Background:
- Posttraumatic growth (PTG) is well-researched, but negative changes (posttraumatic depreciation, PTD) are less understood.
- Traumatic experiences can lead to both positive and negative psychological transformations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate psychological predictors of posttraumatic growth (PTG) and posttraumatic depreciation (PTD).
- To examine the roles of core beliefs, rumination, and depressive symptoms in PTG and PTD.
Main Methods:
- 601 participants reporting various traumatic events completed self-report measures.
- Assessed were sociodemographics, trauma history, PTG/PTD, core beliefs, rumination, and depressive symptoms.
Main Results:
- Gender, age, time since trauma, core beliefs, rumination, and depressive symptoms predicted PTG.
- Core beliefs, intrusive rumination, and depressive symptoms positively predicted PTD.
Conclusions:
- Psychological factors differentially influence PTG and PTD.
- Clinicians should consider these factors when supporting individuals coping with trauma.
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