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  • Cross-cultural psychology
  • Trauma studies
  • Sociology

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  • Cultural scripts offer a framework for understanding psychological distress across diverse global regions.
  • The galaxy model is introduced to analyze cultural scripts related to post-trauma psychological complaints.
  • Research investigates trauma's psychological impact in various global locations.

Purpose:

  • To present the galaxy model and its integration with the cultural script concept.
  • To explore post-trauma psychological complaints in Switzerland and East Africa using focus groups.
  • To connect cultural scripts with psychological value research.

Summary:

  • Focus groups in Switzerland and East Africa identified numerous post-trauma script elements (e.g., "still having to function," "loss of dignity").
  • Initial temporal connections within Swiss scripts were observed (e.g., self-devaluation linked to the urge to function).
  • East African research assessed cultural value orientations (e.g., community reputation) underlying script patterns.

Impact:

  • The study demonstrates the galaxy model's utility in capturing trauma's effects through cultural scripts.
  • Identified regional similarities and differences in post-trauma experiences.
  • Provides a foundation for further research into temporal script dynamics and value orientations globally.