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University of North Texas
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Johnson, Stephanie Feil.
Event Centrality: Debunking the “Bad Science” Myth That Self-reported Posttraumatic Growth Does Not Reflect Positive Change.
Degree: 2012, University of North Texas
URL: https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc149614/ 
► Despite strong evidence supporting the existence of posttraumatic growth (PTG), some investigators question whether the construct measured by the Posttraumatic Growth Inventory (PTGI) is that…
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▼ Despite strong evidence supporting the existence of posttraumatic
growth (PTG), some investigators question whether the construct measured by the Posttraumatic
Growth Inventory (PTGI) is that of perceived
growth or “actual”
growth. In a replication of a recent investigation, the present study sought to refine the methodology used by employing the construct of event centrality. Due to its limited sample size, the results of this analysis did not provide strong evidence in support of the hypothesis that limiting analyses to individuals rating their trauma as high in event centrality improves the ability of the PTGI to reflect “actual”
growth. However, results did support the idea that investigations of PTG conducted immediately following a trauma may be more reflective of a coping process, rather than
growth. Further research is warranted to investigate the role of event centrality in posttraumatic
growth, and the effect of time on the progression of
growth following trauma.
Advisors/Committee Members: Boals, Adriel, 1973-, Callahan, Jennifer L., Cox, Randall J..
Subjects/Keywords: Event centrality; post traumatic growth
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University of Manitoba
2.
El-Gabalawy, Renée.
Prosocial reactions to traumatic experiences.
Degree: Psychology, 2010, University of Manitoba
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/1993/4108
► When will people empathize with and help others? The goal of this research was to determine whether a prosocial orientation results from experiencing trauma. Recent…
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▼ When will people empathize with and help others? The goal of this research was to determine whether a prosocial orientation results from experiencing trauma. Recent research suggests there may be positive consequences to suffering. Under certain conditions, such as when people experience
post-
traumatic growth, past suffering can lead to personal benefits. Building on this body of research, one aim of this thesis was to investigate the impact of subjective
traumatic suffering and psychological distress on
post-
traumatic growth and empathy. The second aim of this research was to examine whether objective trauma severity predicts
post-
traumatic growth. Finally, the third aim of this research was to examine the relationship between
post-
traumatic growth and empathy and the simultaneous impact of these variables on a prosocial orientation. Study 1 assessed these aforementioned relationships and Study 2 included a manipulation of
post-
traumatic growth and a behavioural outcome measure of prosocial behaviour. Structural equation models for Study 1 and 2 indicated that subjective
traumatic suffering and objective trauma severity positively predicted
post-
traumatic growth, and
post-
traumatic growth positively predicted empathy. In turn, empathy positively predicted several prosocial outcomes. Thus, empathy mediated the link between
post-
traumatic growth and a prosocial orientation. In contrast to subjective
traumatic suffering, psychological distress was unrelated to
post-
traumatic growth and negatively predicted empathy. Study 2 further indicated that focusing on one’s
growth in regards to trauma resulted in greater
post-
traumatic growth scores, but the manipulation had no direct impact on empathy or a prosocial orientation. The current findings have important social and clinical implications.
Advisors/Committee Members: Starzyk, Katherine (Psychology) , Cameron, Jessica (Psychology).
Subjects/Keywords: Prosocial behaviour; Post-traumatic growth; Trauma
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El-Gabalawy, R. (2010). Prosocial reactions to traumatic experiences. (Masters Thesis). University of Manitoba. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/1993/4108
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
El-Gabalawy, Renée. “Prosocial reactions to traumatic experiences.” 2010. Masters Thesis, University of Manitoba. Accessed January 20, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/1993/4108.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
El-Gabalawy, Renée. “Prosocial reactions to traumatic experiences.” 2010. Web. 20 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
El-Gabalawy R. Prosocial reactions to traumatic experiences. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Manitoba; 2010. [cited 2021 Jan 20].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1993/4108.
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El-Gabalawy R. Prosocial reactions to traumatic experiences. [Masters Thesis]. University of Manitoba; 2010. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1993/4108
California State University – Sacramento
3.
Solorzano, Samantha.
Post-traumatic growth within the homeless population.
Degree: MSW, Social Work, 2014, California State University – Sacramento
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10211.3/122027
► This study examined the perspectives of professionals on post-traumatic growth within the homeless population as indicated by the concepts of resiliency. The study used a…
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▼ This study examined the perspectives of professionals on
post-
traumatic growth within the homeless population as indicated by the concepts of resiliency. The study used a questionnaire to collect data from a nonprobability purposive sample of 30 professionals in the greater Sacramento area. The questionnaire focused on the various aspects of
post-
traumatic growth including new possibilities, appreciation for life, relating to others, spiritual change, and personal strength. The findings indicate a statistically significant positive correlation between service provider???s perception of the presence of new possibilities, appreciation for life, and relating to others within the homeless population and overall observation of
post-
traumatic growth. Summary of findings reflect that
post-
traumatic growth is evidenced among the homeless population because of the coping mechanisms associated with
traumatic experiences often encountered prior to and during episodes of homelessness. The recommendations include the need for increasing the potential for new possibilities and an appreciation for life amongst the homeless population, through relevant resource allocation of housing and counseling services.
Advisors/Committee Members: Antonyappan, Jude M..
Subjects/Keywords: Resiliency; Homelessness; Trauma; Post-traumatic growth
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Solorzano, S. (2014). Post-traumatic growth within the homeless population. (Masters Thesis). California State University – Sacramento. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10211.3/122027
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Solorzano, Samantha. “Post-traumatic growth within the homeless population.” 2014. Masters Thesis, California State University – Sacramento. Accessed January 20, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/10211.3/122027.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Solorzano, Samantha. “Post-traumatic growth within the homeless population.” 2014. Web. 20 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Solorzano S. Post-traumatic growth within the homeless population. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. California State University – Sacramento; 2014. [cited 2021 Jan 20].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10211.3/122027.
Council of Science Editors:
Solorzano S. Post-traumatic growth within the homeless population. [Masters Thesis]. California State University – Sacramento; 2014. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10211.3/122027
4.
O'Toole, Stephanie.
Post-traumatic reactions in parents following admission of their child to the Intensive Care Unit.
Degree: PhD, 2020, Queen's University Belfast
URL: https://pure.qub.ac.uk/en/theses/posttraumatic-reactions-in-parents-following-admission-of-their-child-to-the-intensive-care-unit(e57bdc69-4f9b-44f7-8584-67f65e9d901d).html
;
https://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.816771
► Systematic literature review: Purpose: To identify the demographic, clinical, and psychological factors associated with post-traumatic growth (PTG) in parents following their child's admission to the…
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▼ Systematic literature review: Purpose: To identify the demographic, clinical, and psychological factors associated with post-traumatic growth (PTG) in parents following their child's admission to the intensive care unit (ICU). Methods: Papers were identified following a search of electronic databases. Studies were included if they involved a sample of parents whose children were previously admitted to ICU and reported correlational data. Twelve studies were eligible for inclusion. Results: Factors associated with PTG were identified. Mothers (p ≤0.05), and parents of older children (p ≤ 0.01), experienced greater PTG. Parents who perceived their child’s illness as more severe had greater PTG (p ≤0.05). Strong associations were uncovered between PTG and posttraumatic-stress, psychological-wellbeing, and coping. Conclusions: PTG is commonly experienced by this population. Psychological factors are more commonly associated with PTG in comparison to demographic and clinical factors, suggesting that parents’ subjective ICU experience may be greater associated with PTG than the objective reality. Large scale research project: Objective: To investigate the acceptability and feasibility of a brief intervention including Tetris gameplay to prevent intrusive trauma memories in parents whose child has been admitted to the Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). Method: Nineteen parents, recruited from a regional children’s hospital, were randomly assigned to an intervention group (n = 11) or a control group receiving treatment as usual (n = 8). Parents were eligible to participate if their child was approaching discharge (< 24hrs), or recently discharged (< 24hrs), from PICU. Participants completed assessments of post-traumatic stress, anxiety and depression symptoms at baseline, one-week, and one-month follow-up. Additionally, participants recorded the number of intrusive memories experienced in the first week post-intervention in a daily diary. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with parents in the intervention group to assess acceptability. Results: Findings demonstrate that the intervention is both feasible to deliver in a PICU setting and acceptable to parents. Participant opt-in rate was 76%. Completion rate for the diary measure was 91% for the intervention group(n = 10) and 100% for the control group (n = 8). Attrition rates for the whole sample were 5% at one-week follow-up and 21% at one-month follow-up. Conclusions: The present study demonstrates the feasibility and acceptability of a brief intervention seeking to prevent intrusive trauma memories in parents of children admitted to PICU. It is recommended that a proof-of-concept randomised control trial of this intervention be carried out with parents whose child was admitted to PICU to assess effectiveness in this population.
Subjects/Keywords: paediatric intensive care; post-traumatic growth; parents; traumatic stress; critically-ill children; PICU; post-traumatic stress; intrusions; behavioural intervention; feasibility
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O'Toole, S. (2020). Post-traumatic reactions in parents following admission of their child to the Intensive Care Unit. (Doctoral Dissertation). Queen's University Belfast. Retrieved from https://pure.qub.ac.uk/en/theses/posttraumatic-reactions-in-parents-following-admission-of-their-child-to-the-intensive-care-unit(e57bdc69-4f9b-44f7-8584-67f65e9d901d).html ; https://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.816771
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
O'Toole, Stephanie. “Post-traumatic reactions in parents following admission of their child to the Intensive Care Unit.” 2020. Doctoral Dissertation, Queen's University Belfast. Accessed January 20, 2021.
https://pure.qub.ac.uk/en/theses/posttraumatic-reactions-in-parents-following-admission-of-their-child-to-the-intensive-care-unit(e57bdc69-4f9b-44f7-8584-67f65e9d901d).html ; https://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.816771.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
O'Toole, Stephanie. “Post-traumatic reactions in parents following admission of their child to the Intensive Care Unit.” 2020. Web. 20 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
O'Toole S. Post-traumatic reactions in parents following admission of their child to the Intensive Care Unit. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. Queen's University Belfast; 2020. [cited 2021 Jan 20].
Available from: https://pure.qub.ac.uk/en/theses/posttraumatic-reactions-in-parents-following-admission-of-their-child-to-the-intensive-care-unit(e57bdc69-4f9b-44f7-8584-67f65e9d901d).html ; https://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.816771.
Council of Science Editors:
O'Toole S. Post-traumatic reactions in parents following admission of their child to the Intensive Care Unit. [Doctoral Dissertation]. Queen's University Belfast; 2020. Available from: https://pure.qub.ac.uk/en/theses/posttraumatic-reactions-in-parents-following-admission-of-their-child-to-the-intensive-care-unit(e57bdc69-4f9b-44f7-8584-67f65e9d901d).html ; https://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.816771
5.
Boström, Kristina.
The key to understanding PTSD : Contrasting post-traumatic stress and post-traumatic growth.
Degree: Bioscience, 2018, University of Skövde
URL: http://urn.kb.se/resolve?urn=urn:nbn:se:his:diva-16279
► Traumatic incidences happen all around the globe. Some of the people who experience trauma develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), while some do not. Even…
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▼ Traumatic incidences happen all around the globe. Some of the people who experience trauma develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), while some do not. Even more interesting is that some also experience growth afterwards (post-traumatic growth; PTG). The purpose of this paper is to look at neural aspects of why some people develop PTSD and others PTG after a traumatic event. To fulfill the aim, both PTSD and PTG will be reviewed to create an image of the existing research in behavioral and neurological terms. In addition to looking at the constructs separately, a chapter will also look at studies where both PTSD and PTG are acknowledged collaterally in participants. When looking deeper into the theories of PTSD divisions occur, and more research is needed to establish the most prominent explanation of PTSD. PTG on the other hand has only been studied for a short period of time but yields important insights into trauma-related outcomes. These fields need to be submerged and new multidisciplinary definitions are needed for future research. The key to PTSD is suggested to emerge within the new field.
Subjects/Keywords: trauma; post-traumatic growth; post-traumatic stress disorder; growth; emotion regulation; prefrontal cortex; mindfulness; Neurosciences; Neurovetenskaper
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Boström, K. (2018). The key to understanding PTSD : Contrasting post-traumatic stress and post-traumatic growth. (Thesis). University of Skövde. Retrieved from http://urn.kb.se/resolve?urn=urn:nbn:se:his:diva-16279
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Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Boström, Kristina. “The key to understanding PTSD : Contrasting post-traumatic stress and post-traumatic growth.” 2018. Thesis, University of Skövde. Accessed January 20, 2021.
http://urn.kb.se/resolve?urn=urn:nbn:se:his:diva-16279.
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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Boström, Kristina. “The key to understanding PTSD : Contrasting post-traumatic stress and post-traumatic growth.” 2018. Web. 20 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Boström K. The key to understanding PTSD : Contrasting post-traumatic stress and post-traumatic growth. [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Skövde; 2018. [cited 2021 Jan 20].
Available from: http://urn.kb.se/resolve?urn=urn:nbn:se:his:diva-16279.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Council of Science Editors:
Boström K. The key to understanding PTSD : Contrasting post-traumatic stress and post-traumatic growth. [Thesis]. University of Skövde; 2018. Available from: http://urn.kb.se/resolve?urn=urn:nbn:se:his:diva-16279
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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Bowling Green State University
6.
Mattei, Gina Marie.
Improving Construct Validity and Measurement of
Post-Traumatic Growth.
Degree: PhD, Psychology/Clinical, 2019, Bowling Green State University
URL: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=bgsu1563347548503204
► Across studies, Post-Traumatic Growth is often positively correlated with unhelpful psychological processes (e.g., rumination) and post-traumatic stress (PTS). I hypothesized that these counterintuitive findings are…
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▼ Across studies,
Post-
Traumatic Growth is
often positively correlated with unhelpful psychological processes
(e.g., rumination) and
post-
traumatic stress (PTS). I hypothesized
that these counterintuitive findings are due to inadequate
measurement models of
growth. Research has suggested there could be
two types of
growth: “illusory” (typically considered “cognitive
growth”) and “real” (i.e., actualized
growth, which could be
considered “behavioral”
growth). I had two aims in this
dissertation: First, to create and validate a new measure of
behavioral
post-
traumatic growth parallel to an existing measure of
cognitive
growth (
Post-
Traumatic Growth Inventory; PTGI). Second, I
assessed relations between each type of
growth and common trauma
and coping-related precursors (i.e., time since trauma, severity of
the trauma, adaptive coping, and rumination) and also adjustment
variables (i.e.,
post-
traumatic stress, anxiety/depression, and
satisfaction with life). I hypothesized that if behavioral
growth
is the more “actualized” type of
growth, that it would have
stronger positive correlations with trauma/coping variables
compared to cognitive
growth, and that behavioral
growth would
moderate, or weaken, the expected negative relation between
cognitive
growth and adjustment variables. Method. 11 clinicians
were surveyed: qualitative theme analysis informed item creation
for the new behavioral
growth measure in the same domains as the
cognitive PTGI: relating to others, new possibilities, personal
strength, spiritual
growth, and appreciation of life. 199 US adults
were surveyed from Amazon Mechanical Turk to test hypotheses.
Results. The behavioral
growth measure was adequately validated
with Confirmatory Factor Analysis. The hypothesis that trauma and
coping-related variables would have stronger positive correlations
with behavioral
growth than cognitive
growth was mostly
unsupported. Additionally, behavioral
growth did not moderate the
relation between cognitive
growth and adjustment. However, several
quadratic curvilinear relations were identified between
trauma/coping variables and adjustment variables with each type of
growth. For example: low and high rumination related to lower
cognitive
growth, while moderate rumination related to higher
growth; low and high cognitive
growth related to lower PTS, while
moderate
growth related to higher PTS. Discussion. Researchers
should continue exploring alternative measurement models of
post-
traumatic growth and non-linear relations between variables to
address counterintuitive findings and further improve construct
validity of
post-
traumatic growth.
Advisors/Committee Members: Dubow, Eric (Advisor).
Subjects/Keywords: Psychology; Clinical Psychology; post-traumatic growth; trauma; adversity; growth; post-traumatic stress; adjustment; measurement; measure validation; construct validity
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Mattei, G. M. (2019). Improving Construct Validity and Measurement of
Post-Traumatic Growth. (Doctoral Dissertation). Bowling Green State University. Retrieved from http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=bgsu1563347548503204
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Mattei, Gina Marie. “Improving Construct Validity and Measurement of
Post-Traumatic Growth.” 2019. Doctoral Dissertation, Bowling Green State University. Accessed January 20, 2021.
http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=bgsu1563347548503204.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Mattei, Gina Marie. “Improving Construct Validity and Measurement of
Post-Traumatic Growth.” 2019. Web. 20 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Mattei GM. Improving Construct Validity and Measurement of
Post-Traumatic Growth. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. Bowling Green State University; 2019. [cited 2021 Jan 20].
Available from: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=bgsu1563347548503204.
Council of Science Editors:
Mattei GM. Improving Construct Validity and Measurement of
Post-Traumatic Growth. [Doctoral Dissertation]. Bowling Green State University; 2019. Available from: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=bgsu1563347548503204
University of Newcastle
7.
Dunn, Frances.
Social support following miscarriage: impact on outcomes of grief and growth.
Degree: 2014, University of Newcastle
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/1959.13/1045257
► Masters Coursework - Master of Clinical Psychology (MClinPsych)
Grief and growth are potential psychological sequelae of miscarriage but little is known about predictors of, or…
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▼ Masters Coursework - Master of Clinical Psychology (MClinPsych)
Grief and growth are potential psychological sequelae of miscarriage but little is known about predictors of, or temporal changes in, these outcomes. This study aims to examine the impact of social support, partner support and marital satisfaction after miscarriage on the outcomes of grief and growth among women and men following unplanned pregnancy loss. Because social support is thought to facilitate the resolution of distress after trauma and to be associated with psychological growth we hypothesised that the use of support after miscarriage would be associated with improved outcomes in relation to grief and growth. This study investigated predictors of grief and growth among 496 participants (248 couples) following miscarriage. Participants completed the following measures: the Significant Others Scale (SOS), Coping Response Inventory (CRI), Index of Marital Satisfaction (IMS), Perinatal Grief Scale (PGS) and Stress-Related Growth Scale (SRGS). Measures were taken at one and four months after miscarriage. The study employed a correlational design; data were entered utilising stepwise regression analysis. Grief and growth were taken as dependent variables in separate analyses. Sociodemographic characteristics and measures of support, marital satisfaction and coping were taken as predictor variables. Favourable grief outcomes were associated with support satisfaction one month after miscarriage, marital satisfaction and coping style (with more use of behavioural avoidance and less use of cognitive approach strategies predicting lower PGS scores). Growth was predicted by marital satisfaction. In unexpected findings a negative association was identified between support satisfaction and growth and no association was identified between coping style and growth. These findings highlight the importance of social support and the quality of the marital relationship to individuals after miscarriage. Assessment by health professionals of salient aspects of support among individuals who have experienced miscarriage may lead to identification of those individuals who lack appropriate support resources and thus to interventions to enhance support which in turn could contribute to optimal psychological outcomes after miscarriage.
Advisors/Committee Members: University of Newcastle. Faculty of Science & Information Technology, School of Psychology.
Subjects/Keywords: miscarriage; perinatal loss; social support; grief; perinatal grief; growth; post traumatic growth; stress related growth
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Dunn, F. (2014). Social support following miscarriage: impact on outcomes of grief and growth. (Thesis). University of Newcastle. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/1959.13/1045257
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Dunn, Frances. “Social support following miscarriage: impact on outcomes of grief and growth.” 2014. Thesis, University of Newcastle. Accessed January 20, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/1959.13/1045257.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Dunn, Frances. “Social support following miscarriage: impact on outcomes of grief and growth.” 2014. Web. 20 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Dunn F. Social support following miscarriage: impact on outcomes of grief and growth. [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Newcastle; 2014. [cited 2021 Jan 20].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1959.13/1045257.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Council of Science Editors:
Dunn F. Social support following miscarriage: impact on outcomes of grief and growth. [Thesis]. University of Newcastle; 2014. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1959.13/1045257
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Penn State University
8.
Copley, Laura Anne.
Perceptions of Corrective Interpersonal Experiences in Promoting Post-traumatic Growth in a Sample of College Students
.
Degree: 2015, Penn State University
URL: https://submit-etda.libraries.psu.edu/catalog/26356
► The mental health profession has traditionally focused research and clinical practice on the deleterious effects of adversity to the exclusion of positive effects. An essential…
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▼ The mental health profession has traditionally focused research and clinical practice on the deleterious effects of adversity to the exclusion of positive effects. An essential shift in trauma literature has recently occurred, however, as researchers have begun exploring the phenomenon of transformative
growth as a
post-trauma outcome. Despite this movement, minimal research exists on this positive change, and studies have yet to adequately establish the factors that contribute most to the development of
post-
traumatic growth. This quantitative dissertation begins with a broad overview of the extant research on
post-trauma outcomes, drawing upon direction from current empirical literature on
traumatic stress, interpersonal bonding, and resilience in order to isolate and address the gaps in the research. Specifically, the purpose of the study was to examine the relation between trauma exposure and various interpersonal bonding experiences within the context parental, romantic, and platonic relationships on the development of
post-
traumatic growth qualities in a sample of undergraduate college students. These qualities included Relating to Others, New Possibilities, Personal Strengths, Spiritual Change, and Appreciation for Life. The final sample included in the study consisted of 202 undergraduate students enrolled at a Mid-Atlantic institution of higher education. Hierarchical multiple regression analyses were employed in order to explore each research question. Major findings indicated that close platonic relationships had moderate, negative effects on the development of each outcome variable (Relating to Others, New Possibilities, Personal Strengths, Spiritual Change, and Appreciation for Life), indicating that close and dependable friendships served as the most significant attachment-oriented predictor of positive change in students with trauma history. Additionally, repeated
traumatic experiences demonstrated a significant positive relation to the development of several
post-
traumatic growth domains, including Relating to Others, Personal Strengths, and Spiritual Change. A discussion and implications of these and other findings are presented at the close of this dissertation. Finally, recommendations for future research are offered to encourage the continued trajectory toward a greater understanding of strength-based considerations for
post-trauma outcomes.
Advisors/Committee Members: Jolynn Carney, Dissertation Advisor/Co-Advisor, Jerry G Trusty, Committee Member, Margaret Ann Lorah, Committee Member, Catherine Augustine, Committee Member, Richard Hazler, Special Member.
Subjects/Keywords: trauma; resiliency; post-traumatic growth; college students; relationships
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Copley, L. A. (2015). Perceptions of Corrective Interpersonal Experiences in Promoting Post-traumatic Growth in a Sample of College Students
. (Thesis). Penn State University. Retrieved from https://submit-etda.libraries.psu.edu/catalog/26356
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Copley, Laura Anne. “Perceptions of Corrective Interpersonal Experiences in Promoting Post-traumatic Growth in a Sample of College Students
.” 2015. Thesis, Penn State University. Accessed January 20, 2021.
https://submit-etda.libraries.psu.edu/catalog/26356.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Copley, Laura Anne. “Perceptions of Corrective Interpersonal Experiences in Promoting Post-traumatic Growth in a Sample of College Students
.” 2015. Web. 20 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Copley LA. Perceptions of Corrective Interpersonal Experiences in Promoting Post-traumatic Growth in a Sample of College Students
. [Internet] [Thesis]. Penn State University; 2015. [cited 2021 Jan 20].
Available from: https://submit-etda.libraries.psu.edu/catalog/26356.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Council of Science Editors:
Copley LA. Perceptions of Corrective Interpersonal Experiences in Promoting Post-traumatic Growth in a Sample of College Students
. [Thesis]. Penn State University; 2015. Available from: https://submit-etda.libraries.psu.edu/catalog/26356
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
University of Newcastle
9.
Tapp, Brigitta.
Violation and hope- the lived experience of refugee survival in childhood and beyond.
Degree: 2018, University of Newcastle
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/1959.13/1383769
► Masters Coursework - Masters of Clinical Psychology (MClinPsych)
Refugees experience multiple potentially traumatic events including conflict and human rights deprivations in their country of origin,…
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▼ Masters Coursework - Masters of Clinical Psychology (MClinPsych)
Refugees experience multiple potentially traumatic events including conflict and human rights deprivations in their country of origin, perilous escape journeys, and isolation and discrimination in their new host country. The impact of these complex traumatic events on refugee children is a growing area of research. Therefore, this idiographic study explored the positive and negative interpretations of four adults reflecting on their experience of refugee status as children. Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA) guided data collection, through semi-structured interviews, and analysis. One theme: The violation and hope of refugee survival, overarched three subordinate themes: Violent detachment, Developing the refugee identity and Resourcefulness and reciprocity. One divergent theme emerged: Clashing cultural identities. These themes reflect the unique interpretations of former refugee children, abruptly forced to escape from oppression and persecution in their country of origin as children. As refugees, belonging nowhere, they became pawns in human opportunism without human rights protection. Survival was not guaranteed, producing a stark merging of acceptance of mortality and determined resourcefulness, even as children. Avoidant coping strategies were utilised as positive tools for surviving traumatic distress and constant threat. Additionally, avoidant coping became crucial in defining a life philosophy that was future oriented as adults. They rejected a ‘refugee victim’ identity, emphasising a legacy of resourcefulness, hope, gratitude and reciprocity. Posttraumatic growth from the horror of experiences as a refugee child was facilitated by a conscious commitment to future generations and an optimistic attitude towards the future. Implications for future research and clinical practice are discussed.
Advisors/Committee Members: University of Newcastle. Faculty of Science, School of Psychology.
Subjects/Keywords: refugee; children; childhood trauma; post traumatic growth; lived experience
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Tapp, B. (2018). Violation and hope- the lived experience of refugee survival in childhood and beyond. (Thesis). University of Newcastle. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/1959.13/1383769
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Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Tapp, Brigitta. “Violation and hope- the lived experience of refugee survival in childhood and beyond.” 2018. Thesis, University of Newcastle. Accessed January 20, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/1959.13/1383769.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Tapp, Brigitta. “Violation and hope- the lived experience of refugee survival in childhood and beyond.” 2018. Web. 20 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Tapp B. Violation and hope- the lived experience of refugee survival in childhood and beyond. [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Newcastle; 2018. [cited 2021 Jan 20].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1959.13/1383769.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Council of Science Editors:
Tapp B. Violation and hope- the lived experience of refugee survival in childhood and beyond. [Thesis]. University of Newcastle; 2018. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1959.13/1383769
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Bowling Green State University
10.
Hamilton, Lindsay.
Post-traumatic Growth and Resilience in Palestinian Youth: A
Latent Profile Analysis.
Degree: MA, Psychology/Clinical, 2018, Bowling Green State University
URL: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=bgsu1523017875701965
► Previous research has demonstrated that exposure to war violence in youth increases the risk for emotional problems such as post-traumatic stress (Ayer et al., 2015;…
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▼ Previous research has demonstrated that exposure to
war violence in youth increases the risk for emotional problems
such as
post-
traumatic stress (Ayer et al., 2015; Joshi &
O’Donnell, 2003). However, two positive but conceptually distinct
outcomes are also possible: resilience and
post-
traumatic growth
(PTG). While resilience is thought to encompass positive adaptation
and low psychological distress despite exposure (Luthar, Cicchetti,
& Becker, 2000), PTG can be defined as positive psychological
change as a result of the struggle with highly challenging life
circumstances (Tedeschi & Calhoun, 1996). Despite the
conceptual differences between resilience and PTG, few studies have
compared these constructs empirically. Using latent profile
analysis in a longitudinal study of Palestinian families, the
present study found evidence for three profiles of youth: Low
Exposure (low violence exposure, low PTS, low PTG), Resilient
(moderate-high violence exposure, low PTS, moderate PTG), and
Post-
traumatic Growth (PTG) (high violence exposure, high PTS, high
PTG). Demographic and individual/personal factors differentiated
the three profiles. Specifically, youth in the Low Exposure profile
were younger, were more likely to be girls, and endorsed lower
levels of positive coping. Youth in the Resilient profile had
higher self-esteem compared to youth in the PTG profile, while
youth in the PTG profile used more positive coping skills, had
higher religious attendance, and had higher academic achievement
compared to the Resilient profile. The current study contributes to
the literature on the conceptual differences between resilience and
post-
traumatic growth. Future research should verify whether and
under what conditions PTG encompasses both positive changes in
self-perception and behavioral indices of
growth which would make
enhancing PTG a goal of clinical intervention.
Advisors/Committee Members: Dubow, Eric (Advisor).
Subjects/Keywords: Psychology; Clinical Psychology; post-traumatic growth; resilience; latent profile analysis
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Hamilton, L. (2018). Post-traumatic Growth and Resilience in Palestinian Youth: A
Latent Profile Analysis. (Masters Thesis). Bowling Green State University. Retrieved from http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=bgsu1523017875701965
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Hamilton, Lindsay. “Post-traumatic Growth and Resilience in Palestinian Youth: A
Latent Profile Analysis.” 2018. Masters Thesis, Bowling Green State University. Accessed January 20, 2021.
http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=bgsu1523017875701965.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Hamilton, Lindsay. “Post-traumatic Growth and Resilience in Palestinian Youth: A
Latent Profile Analysis.” 2018. Web. 20 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Hamilton L. Post-traumatic Growth and Resilience in Palestinian Youth: A
Latent Profile Analysis. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. Bowling Green State University; 2018. [cited 2021 Jan 20].
Available from: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=bgsu1523017875701965.
Council of Science Editors:
Hamilton L. Post-traumatic Growth and Resilience in Palestinian Youth: A
Latent Profile Analysis. [Masters Thesis]. Bowling Green State University; 2018. Available from: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=bgsu1523017875701965
Colorado State University
11.
Bascom, Elise.
Qualitative study of disease adjustment: inflammatory bowel disease post-traumatic growth, A.
Degree: PhD, Psychology, 2018, Colorado State University
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10217/189344
► The current study developed a model of post-traumatic growth to assess the multiphasic, transitional experience of patients diagnosed with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) by a…
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▼ The current study developed a model of
post-
traumatic growth to assess the multiphasic, transitional experience of patients diagnosed with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) by a provider at the Centers for Gastroenterology in Northern Colorado. Specifically, this study examined individuals within the IBD population who have received a diagnosis of either Crohn's disease (CD) or ulcerative colitis (UC). Consensual Qualitative Research (CQR) was used to identify the primary domains and subthemes from six participant interviews. Four large domains were extracted from the data, which were used to construct a model of Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Post-
Traumatic Growth (IBDPTG). The four, major domains include identity loss/grief, the perception effect, identity reconstruction, and
post-
traumatic growth (PTG). The original model proposed for this study included all of the aforementioned domains, except for the perception effect. The trained research team involved in this study conducted three meetings to discuss and compare domain/thematic findings. We identified that participants' attitudes/beliefs about their diagnosis was a precursor to progressing to the identity reconstruction phase, and, therefore, needed its own, distinct domain. Subthemes were also identified in each of the four domains, which further captured the nuances and complexities of IBD disease management for our participants. Participants were also asked to complete two sets of the Beck Depression Inventory-II (BDI-II), two sets of the Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI), one Symptom Checklist 90-R (SCLR-90-R), and the
Post-
traumatic Growth Inventory (PTGI). Participants were asked to retrospectively complete the first set of self-report questionnaires (BDI-II, BAI, SCL-90-R), as they reflected on their psychological state during their most severe disease experience. We then conducted a semi-structured interview with each participant that lasted approximately 60-75 minutes. After the interview portion of the study, we asked participants to complete the BDI-II and BAI based on their symptom presentation within the last two weeks. We compared the difference between levels of anxiety and depression during active and inactive disease flares. Scores on the BDI-II indicated that participants experienced high levels of depression during severe flares, but that their mood greatly improved with adjustment and mental stability. Scores on the BAI also indicated that the participants experienced higher levels of anxiety during periods of disease relapse, as opposed to periods where their disease was dormant. The SCL-90-R was used to supplement the qualitative data obtained during the interviews. The PTGI was given to the participants at the end of the study to examine whether our qualitative data captured any additional, potentially disease-related
growth not yet addressed on the questionnaire. The three subthemes identified in the domain of PTG include: positive personal
growth, positive social
growth, and positive
growth in disease perception.
Advisors/Committee Members: Chavez, Ernest (advisor), Fisher, Gwenith (committee member), Jennings, Louise (committee member), Prince, Mark (committee member).
Subjects/Keywords: post-traumatic growth; chronic illness; inflammatory bowel disease
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Bascom, E. (2018). Qualitative study of disease adjustment: inflammatory bowel disease post-traumatic growth, A. (Doctoral Dissertation). Colorado State University. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10217/189344
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Bascom, Elise. “Qualitative study of disease adjustment: inflammatory bowel disease post-traumatic growth, A.” 2018. Doctoral Dissertation, Colorado State University. Accessed January 20, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/10217/189344.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Bascom, Elise. “Qualitative study of disease adjustment: inflammatory bowel disease post-traumatic growth, A.” 2018. Web. 20 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Bascom E. Qualitative study of disease adjustment: inflammatory bowel disease post-traumatic growth, A. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. Colorado State University; 2018. [cited 2021 Jan 20].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10217/189344.
Council of Science Editors:
Bascom E. Qualitative study of disease adjustment: inflammatory bowel disease post-traumatic growth, A. [Doctoral Dissertation]. Colorado State University; 2018. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10217/189344
12.
Pinarowicz, Jill Veronica.
Trauma in Transportation: Factors Contributing to Positive and Negative Outcomes of Involvement in Trauma for Railroad Workers.
Degree: PhD, Counseling Psychology, 2012, U of Denver
URL: https://digitalcommons.du.edu/etd/516
► This study explored several predictors of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Post Traumatic Growth (PTG) in a sample of 136 train employees. The…
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▼ This study explored several predictors of
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and
Post Traumatic Growth (PTG) in a sample of 136 train employees. The first objective was to examine the influence of number of work related traumas, number of life traumas, age, personality characteristic extroversion, personality characteristic openness, social support, positive cognitive coping, and negative cognitive coping in the prediction of PTSD. The second objective was to assess the influence of number of work related traumas, number of life traumas, age, personality characteristic extroversion, personality characteristic openness, social support, positive cognitive coping, and negative cognitive coping prediction of PTG.
Freight train employees from a major transportation company in the United States participated in the study. There has not been a thorough exploration of negative and positive outcomes of trauma in the literature with this population. The study attempted to gain further understanding of PTSD and PTG in train employees by using simple linear regression analyses to investigate number of traumas in predicting PTSD and PTG. The study then utilized hierarchical regression analyses to investigate how number of work related traumas, number of life traumas, age, personality characteristic extroversion, personality characteristic openness, social support, positive cognitive coping, and negative cognitive coping were related to PTSD and then in a separate regression using the same variables to predict PTG.
Results of this study indicated that number of work traumas predicted PTSD, although number of work traumas did not predict PTG. Also, factors in the hierarchical model that were significant predictors of PTSD were number of work traumas, number of life traumas, negative cognitive coping, and positive cognitive coping. In the model predicting PTG, social support, negative cognitive coping, and positive cognitive coping were statistically significant. The field of PTG is relatively young in comparison to the study of more pathological trauma, PTSD. Previous research has indicated personality factors, social support, and cognitive processing to have theoretical bases in the emergence of
growth, and can also serve as protective factors for negative trauma reactions. This is the first study to look at PTG in train employees and to also apply personality characteristics, social support, and cognitive coping. The results of the study provide evidence that social support, negative cognitive coping, and positive cognitive coping are related to PTG. Further, results indicated that number of work traumas, number of life traumas, positive cognitive coping, and negative cognitive coping predicted PTSD.
Advisors/Committee Members: Patrick Sherry, Ph.D..
Subjects/Keywords: Cognitive coping; Post traumatic growth; Post traumatic stress disorder; Social support; Transportation; Trauma; Counseling Psychology; Experimental Analysis of Behavior; Psychology
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Pinarowicz, J. V. (2012). Trauma in Transportation: Factors Contributing to Positive and Negative Outcomes of Involvement in Trauma for Railroad Workers. (Doctoral Dissertation). U of Denver. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.du.edu/etd/516
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Pinarowicz, Jill Veronica. “Trauma in Transportation: Factors Contributing to Positive and Negative Outcomes of Involvement in Trauma for Railroad Workers.” 2012. Doctoral Dissertation, U of Denver. Accessed January 20, 2021.
https://digitalcommons.du.edu/etd/516.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Pinarowicz, Jill Veronica. “Trauma in Transportation: Factors Contributing to Positive and Negative Outcomes of Involvement in Trauma for Railroad Workers.” 2012. Web. 20 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Pinarowicz JV. Trauma in Transportation: Factors Contributing to Positive and Negative Outcomes of Involvement in Trauma for Railroad Workers. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. U of Denver; 2012. [cited 2021 Jan 20].
Available from: https://digitalcommons.du.edu/etd/516.
Council of Science Editors:
Pinarowicz JV. Trauma in Transportation: Factors Contributing to Positive and Negative Outcomes of Involvement in Trauma for Railroad Workers. [Doctoral Dissertation]. U of Denver; 2012. Available from: https://digitalcommons.du.edu/etd/516
University of New South Wales
13.
Blackmore, Holly.
Trajectories of Victim Experience: A Study of Post-Traumatic Stress, Growth and Well-Being in the Aftermath of Serious Violent Crime.
Degree: Law, 2020, University of New South Wales
URL: http://handle.unsw.edu.au/1959.4/69885
;
https://unsworks.unsw.edu.au/fapi/datastream/unsworks:71426/SOURCE02?view=true
► Violent criminal victimisation (VCV) can have a substantial impact on victims. This impact is increasingly discussed through the concept of trauma and, more recently, well-being.…
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▼ Violent criminal victimisation (VCV) can have a substantial impact on victims. This impact is increasingly discussed through the concept of trauma and, more recently, well-being. Yet in criminal justice research the term well-being can be vague in usage or confounded with other outcomes. The focus is also primarily on negative changes and hence it provides limited guidance on pathways to victim well-being. Drawing on current insights in trauma research this thesis develops a holistic conception of
post-
traumatic well-being, which relates to VCV and recognises the potential for positive and negative changes. The thesis is based on a mixed methods study of a difficult to access population and documents the experience of 28 victims of violent crimes (specifically, homicide and/or sexual assault) in New South Wales, Australia. Participants were interviewed twice and completed self-report psychological measures three times across a 12-month period. The crimes occurred on average 11.5 years prior to the study and a trial/inquest had occurred, allowing participants to reflect on the trajectory of their well-being.The thesis shows that
post-
traumatic well-being is a useful concept for capturing the unique, fluid and multifaceted nature of the effects of VCV. The study attends to the factors that hindered or helped well-being and maps these across the
post-crime journey. The in-depth and longer-term focus of the study reaffirms the complex and ongoing nature of the impact of VCV and contact with the criminal justice system. The findings suggest a holistic approach is needed to reduce the impact of VCV, highlight the importance of considering victims in their individual context, and confirm the emerging literature regarding the existence of
post-
traumatic growth after VCV. The opportunity to examine the convergence or divergence of qualitative and quantitative findings demonstrates the potential richness of the mixed methods approach. Qualitative findings often add nuance and complexity to quantitative results. Several policy and practice recommendations are outlined, particularly the importance of a trauma-informed approach for fostering victim well-being. This thesis adds to the limited empirical documentation of the experience of VCV in Australian criminal justice research, provides context and direction to victim well-being research, and supports the utility of a trauma lens for understanding the unique nature of VCV.
Advisors/Committee Members: Chan, Janet, Law, Faculty of Law, UNSW, Bolitho, Jane, Social Sciences, Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences, UNSW.
Subjects/Keywords: Post-traumatic growth; Victim well-being; Post-traumatic stress; Psychological well-being; Violent crime; Mixed methods research; Criminal justice
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Blackmore, H. (2020). Trajectories of Victim Experience: A Study of Post-Traumatic Stress, Growth and Well-Being in the Aftermath of Serious Violent Crime. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of New South Wales. Retrieved from http://handle.unsw.edu.au/1959.4/69885 ; https://unsworks.unsw.edu.au/fapi/datastream/unsworks:71426/SOURCE02?view=true
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Blackmore, Holly. “Trajectories of Victim Experience: A Study of Post-Traumatic Stress, Growth and Well-Being in the Aftermath of Serious Violent Crime.” 2020. Doctoral Dissertation, University of New South Wales. Accessed January 20, 2021.
http://handle.unsw.edu.au/1959.4/69885 ; https://unsworks.unsw.edu.au/fapi/datastream/unsworks:71426/SOURCE02?view=true.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Blackmore, Holly. “Trajectories of Victim Experience: A Study of Post-Traumatic Stress, Growth and Well-Being in the Aftermath of Serious Violent Crime.” 2020. Web. 20 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Blackmore H. Trajectories of Victim Experience: A Study of Post-Traumatic Stress, Growth and Well-Being in the Aftermath of Serious Violent Crime. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of New South Wales; 2020. [cited 2021 Jan 20].
Available from: http://handle.unsw.edu.au/1959.4/69885 ; https://unsworks.unsw.edu.au/fapi/datastream/unsworks:71426/SOURCE02?view=true.
Council of Science Editors:
Blackmore H. Trajectories of Victim Experience: A Study of Post-Traumatic Stress, Growth and Well-Being in the Aftermath of Serious Violent Crime. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of New South Wales; 2020. Available from: http://handle.unsw.edu.au/1959.4/69885 ; https://unsworks.unsw.edu.au/fapi/datastream/unsworks:71426/SOURCE02?view=true
University of South Africa
14.
Bukman, Marie-Jeanne.
The development of a new identity through the process of bereavement counselling : a qualitative study.
Degree: 2017, University of South Africa
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10500/22649
► The purpose of this qualitative study is to explore how narrative therapy may facilitate not only a lessening of distressing symptoms for bereaved persons, but…
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▼ The purpose of this qualitative study is to explore how narrative therapy may facilitate not only a lessening of distressing symptoms for bereaved persons, but may also facilitate
growth in identity. Five case studies are presented. The participants were chosen to illuminate different grief experiences. The case studies include a description of grieving people from different backgrounds, each with a unique relationship with the person or people who died, all of whom had different causes of death such as suicide, murder and natural causes. These differences provide an opportunity to explore the application of the therapy model with a range of grief experiences.
A full and rich description of the experiences of the participants yield insight into the shared themes such as the impact of social expectations of how a grieving person should conduct him or herself, difficult physical and emotional experiences, the many losses flowing from the death, as well as an in-depth discussion of the identity
growth that takes place as the bereaved person takes on different roles and tasks.
Postmodern epistemology and social constructivism informed the praxis and interpretation of narrative therapy as bereavement model. Narrative therapy is shown as especially effective for grief therapy with therapeutic tenets such as deconstructing and creating richer narratives and alternative stories that enables the bereaved to explore diverse aspects of their character. The emphasis on what remains rather than what is lost, and the concept of remembering the loved one who died in the community of those who stay behind, transmute the loss-story to one of remembering and incorporating, which tends to bring significant emotional relief.
This study contributes towards the field of
growth through bereavement for which there seems to be a paucity in research. Furthermore, it provides additional evidence for
post-
traumatic growth in general, especially with the assistance of narrative therapy.
Advisors/Committee Members: Papaikonomou, Maria (advisor).
Subjects/Keywords: Bereavement;
Grief;
Narrative therapy;
Social constructionism;
Identity growth;
Post-traumatic growth;
Death;
Qualitative research;
Grief counselling;
Post-modernism
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Bukman, M. (2017). The development of a new identity through the process of bereavement counselling : a qualitative study.
(Doctoral Dissertation). University of South Africa. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10500/22649
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Bukman, Marie-Jeanne. “The development of a new identity through the process of bereavement counselling : a qualitative study.
” 2017. Doctoral Dissertation, University of South Africa. Accessed January 20, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/10500/22649.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Bukman, Marie-Jeanne. “The development of a new identity through the process of bereavement counselling : a qualitative study.
” 2017. Web. 20 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Bukman M. The development of a new identity through the process of bereavement counselling : a qualitative study.
[Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of South Africa; 2017. [cited 2021 Jan 20].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10500/22649.
Council of Science Editors:
Bukman M. The development of a new identity through the process of bereavement counselling : a qualitative study.
[Doctoral Dissertation]. University of South Africa; 2017. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10500/22649
University of Georgia
15.
Zimmermann, Anthony Michael.
Resilience factors of combat soldiers returning to college.
Degree: 2016, University of Georgia
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10724/35525"
► The present study investigated the risk and resiliency factors of combat warriors who matriculate into higher learning institutions after military service. The study explores specific…
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▼ The present study investigated the risk and resiliency factors of combat warriors who matriculate into higher learning institutions after military service. The study explores specific variables that influence risk and resilience from a
Positive Psychology standpoint. One hundred and eleven participants from across the country were administered the Deployment Risk and Resilience Inventory, the Combat Exposure Scale, and the Human Spirituality Survey. The results obtained in this survey
suggest that levels of PTSD are high among matriculating warriors. The majority of participants had more than one deployment ( X = 2.17, SD = 1.48), had spent more than a year and a half deployed ( X = 1.69, SD = 1.11), and 59% had never fired their
weapon in combat. This is a stark change from previous findings, suggesting that as the conflict has progressed, the nature of military warriors has changed. Many expected differences in combat exposure, unit social support, and harassment due to branch
or job specialty were found. Unexpectedly, limited combat exposure in both Air Force and Navy personnel did not protect against higher levels of PTSD. Warriors showed very low levels of spirituality, and there was a non-significant trend to suggest
spirituality as a resilience factor against PTSD.
Subjects/Keywords: College Students; Military Psychology; Positive Psychology; PTSD; Post Traumatic Growth; Resilience; Spirituality; Trauma
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Zimmermann, A. M. (2016). Resilience factors of combat soldiers returning to college. (Thesis). University of Georgia. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10724/35525"
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Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Zimmermann, Anthony Michael. “Resilience factors of combat soldiers returning to college.” 2016. Thesis, University of Georgia. Accessed January 20, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/10724/35525".
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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Zimmermann, Anthony Michael. “Resilience factors of combat soldiers returning to college.” 2016. Web. 20 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Zimmermann AM. Resilience factors of combat soldiers returning to college. [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Georgia; 2016. [cited 2021 Jan 20].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10724/35525".
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Council of Science Editors:
Zimmermann AM. Resilience factors of combat soldiers returning to college. [Thesis]. University of Georgia; 2016. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10724/35525"
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16.
Betman, Beth Gwinn.
Exploring the Phenomenological Experience of Child Sexual Abuse in Deaf Women Through the Creation of a Sandtray World.
Degree: PhD, Social Work, 2013, The Catholic University of America
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/1961/etd:405
► Degree awarded: Ph.D. Social Work. The Catholic University of America
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▼ Degree awarded: Ph.D. Social Work. The Catholic University of America
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Child sexual abuse is a multi-faceted societal phenomenon that creates a multitude of concerns for the social work profession. It is well documented that child sexual abuse can be traumatic and can lead to serious psychosocial problems in adulthood (Finkelhor & Browne, 1985; Gil, 2006; Knell, 1983, Lumly & Harkness, 2007; Sgroi, 1982). Multiple studies have shown that deaf children are at particularly high risk for child sexual abuse (Dobosh, 1999; Dube, 2011; Embry, 2000; Sullivan & Knutson, 2000; Willis, Vernon, & Scanlon, 1987; Willis & Vernon, 2002). Yet, there is a paucity of research on this topic with this population. This phenomenological, exploratory study investigated the "lived experience" of deaf women who were sexually abused as children and perceived post-traumatic growth that may have come out of the experience. Data were collected through participant's creation of a sandtray world. The data were analyzed using Moustakas' five-step approach to phenomenological research. The conceptual framework for the study was Jungian theory, Sandtray theory, and Posttraumatic Growth (PTG). Data analysis revealed the following themes on the experience of child sexual abuse with these adult deaf women: 1) the need to feel safe; 2) the experience of dysfunctional behavioral and social relationships; 3) mistrust; and 4) the importance of supportive relationships in the perceived presence of posttraumatic growth. Despite the presence of emotional scars, all participants saw their abuse as a part of their life's journey, making them who they are today. In contrast to existing scholarship and research, none of the participants in this study identified being deaf as the reason for their abuse, or as a hindrance in disclosure or receiving appropriate services. There is a vast need for more research to understand the experience of deaf individuals who have experienced child sexual abuse, the potential for posttraumatic growth, and the potential of sandtray to expand options for alternative evaluation and intervention approaches with this population. The findings of this study help inform social workers, who provide services to deaf individuals, about a more syntonic evaluation and treatment modality for addressing a sensitive topic with a vulnerable population.
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Advisors/Committee Members: Sabatino, Christine A (Advisor), Early, Barbara (Other), Bennett, Susanne (Other).
Subjects/Keywords: Social work; Counseling psychology; deaf; Jungian; post-traumatic growth; sandtray; sexual abuse
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Betman, B. G. (2013). Exploring the Phenomenological Experience of Child Sexual Abuse in Deaf Women Through the Creation of a Sandtray World. (Doctoral Dissertation). The Catholic University of America. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/1961/etd:405
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Betman, Beth Gwinn. “Exploring the Phenomenological Experience of Child Sexual Abuse in Deaf Women Through the Creation of a Sandtray World.” 2013. Doctoral Dissertation, The Catholic University of America. Accessed January 20, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/1961/etd:405.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Betman, Beth Gwinn. “Exploring the Phenomenological Experience of Child Sexual Abuse in Deaf Women Through the Creation of a Sandtray World.” 2013. Web. 20 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Betman BG. Exploring the Phenomenological Experience of Child Sexual Abuse in Deaf Women Through the Creation of a Sandtray World. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. The Catholic University of America; 2013. [cited 2021 Jan 20].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1961/etd:405.
Council of Science Editors:
Betman BG. Exploring the Phenomenological Experience of Child Sexual Abuse in Deaf Women Through the Creation of a Sandtray World. [Doctoral Dissertation]. The Catholic University of America; 2013. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1961/etd:405
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Harding, Sam.
Identification of longitudinal patterns of positive psychological change in people following treatment for head and neck cancer.
Degree: Thesis (D.Health Psy.), 2017, University of the West of England, Bristol
URL: https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/890676
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https://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.707436
► Introduction The experience of a traumatic or extremely stressful event may be sufficient to challenge a strongly held set of assumptions about the world and…
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▼ Introduction The experience of a traumatic or extremely stressful event may be sufficient to challenge a strongly held set of assumptions about the world and the self. In some people this may lead to the development of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), or the increasingly recognised phenomenon of Positive Psychological Change (PPC) whereby a person’s reactions to the challenge are beneficial to one or more areas of their life. Little work has been undertaken investigating the development and longitudinal pattern of PPC in cancer patients, and none with people who have had Head and Neck Cancer (HNC). The aims of the study were two fold; 1) to identify demographic, clinical and psychological factors associated with PPC which occur in the acute period, defined as 3-12 months after treatment, 2) to investigate, with the same factors, how PPC changed over time. Method The study adopted a realist paradigm using a non-interventionist approach, utilising data collected longitudinally. A literature review supported a quantitative approach to understanding the pattern of change in this field. To minimise response burden whilst maximising data collection and granularity, a cross-sequential methodology was used. An annual postal survey was undertaken over a five-year period. Each year all potential participants were sent the Silver Lining Questionnaire (SLQ; a measure of PPC), the University of Washington (UoW) HNC quality of life (QoL) measure, and the Medical Outcomes Short-Form 12 (SF-12). Additional biographical and clinical data was collected for each individual from hospital databases. Linear mixed-effects modelling was undertaken to investigate the relationships between the data that might describe or account for, the longitudinal nature of PPC. Results Analysis indicated that the histological stage of the tumour and the treatment regime both have a relationship with the total score of the SLQ. The participants with lower stage tumours and those that only had surgical intervention reported more PPC. The multivariable model adjusting for psychosocial variables showed that the SLQ had a relationship with time since diagnosis, increasing initially after diagnosis and stabilising over time. The longitudinal data collected from the SLQ did not show any association when modelled with gender or family status, unlike previous research with women who had been treated for breast cancer. Greater levels of longitudinal PPC were reported by participants with high or low socio-economic status than those of middle socio-economic status, as measured by the Indices of Multiple Deprivation. Socio-economic status was not related to PPC in the first year following the completion of treatment. The longitudinal model of PPC with the SLQ as the dependent variable found a relationship with the categories of chewing, speech and taste from the UoW. A greater level of PPC being present was associated with fewer problems with these three factors of HNC QoL. No association was found with the SF-12 or any of its sub-scales. When the data…
Subjects/Keywords: 616.99; Positive Psychological Change; Post Traumatic Growth; Longitudinal; Head and Neck Cancer
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Harding, S. (2017). Identification of longitudinal patterns of positive psychological change in people following treatment for head and neck cancer. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of the West of England, Bristol. Retrieved from https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/890676 ; https://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.707436
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Harding, Sam. “Identification of longitudinal patterns of positive psychological change in people following treatment for head and neck cancer.” 2017. Doctoral Dissertation, University of the West of England, Bristol. Accessed January 20, 2021.
https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/890676 ; https://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.707436.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Harding, Sam. “Identification of longitudinal patterns of positive psychological change in people following treatment for head and neck cancer.” 2017. Web. 20 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Harding S. Identification of longitudinal patterns of positive psychological change in people following treatment for head and neck cancer. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of the West of England, Bristol; 2017. [cited 2021 Jan 20].
Available from: https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/890676 ; https://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.707436.
Council of Science Editors:
Harding S. Identification of longitudinal patterns of positive psychological change in people following treatment for head and neck cancer. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of the West of England, Bristol; 2017. Available from: https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/890676 ; https://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.707436
18.
Betman, Beth Gwinn.
Exploring the Phenomenological Experience of Child Sexual Abuse in Deaf Women Through the Creation of a Sandtray World.
Degree: PhD, Social Work, 2013, The Catholic University of America
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/1961/15214
► Degree awarded: Ph.D. Social Work. The Catholic University of America
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▼ Degree awarded: Ph.D. Social Work. The Catholic University of America
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Child sexual abuse is a multi-faceted societal phenomenon that creates a multitude of concerns for the social work profession. It is well documented that child sexual abuse can be traumatic and can lead to serious psychosocial problems in adulthood (Finkelhor & Browne, 1985; Gil, 2006; Knell, 1983, Lumly & Harkness, 2007; Sgroi, 1982). Multiple studies have shown that deaf children are at particularly high risk for child sexual abuse (Dobosh, 1999; Dube, 2011; Embry, 2000; Sullivan & Knutson, 2000; Willis, Vernon, & Scanlon, 1987; Willis & Vernon, 2002). Yet, there is a paucity of research on this topic with this population. This phenomenological, exploratory study investigated the "lived experience" of deaf women who were sexually abused as children and perceived post-traumatic growth that may have come out of the experience. Data were collected through participant's creation of a sandtray world. The data were analyzed using Moustakas' five-step approach to phenomenological research. The conceptual framework for the study was Jungian theory, Sandtray theory, and Posttraumatic Growth (PTG). Data analysis revealed the following themes on the experience of child sexual abuse with these adult deaf women: 1) the need to feel safe; 2) the experience of dysfunctional behavioral and social relationships; 3) mistrust; and 4) the importance of supportive relationships in the perceived presence of posttraumatic growth. Despite the presence of emotional scars, all participants saw their abuse as a part of their life's journey, making them who they are today. In contrast to existing scholarship and research, none of the participants in this study identified being deaf as the reason for their abuse, or as a hindrance in disclosure or receiving appropriate services. There is a vast need for more research to understand the experience of deaf individuals who have experienced child sexual abuse, the potential for posttraumatic growth, and the potential of sandtray to expand options for alternative evaluation and intervention approaches with this population. The findings of this study help inform social workers, who provide services to deaf individuals, about a more syntonic evaluation and treatment modality for addressing a sensitive topic with a vulnerable population.
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Advisors/Committee Members: Sabatino, Christine A (Advisor), Early, Barbara (Other), Bennett, Susanne (Other).
Subjects/Keywords: Social work; Counseling psychology; deaf; Jungian; post-traumatic growth; sandtray; sexual abuse
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Betman, B. G. (2013). Exploring the Phenomenological Experience of Child Sexual Abuse in Deaf Women Through the Creation of a Sandtray World. (Doctoral Dissertation). The Catholic University of America. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/1961/15214
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Betman, Beth Gwinn. “Exploring the Phenomenological Experience of Child Sexual Abuse in Deaf Women Through the Creation of a Sandtray World.” 2013. Doctoral Dissertation, The Catholic University of America. Accessed January 20, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/1961/15214.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Betman, Beth Gwinn. “Exploring the Phenomenological Experience of Child Sexual Abuse in Deaf Women Through the Creation of a Sandtray World.” 2013. Web. 20 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Betman BG. Exploring the Phenomenological Experience of Child Sexual Abuse in Deaf Women Through the Creation of a Sandtray World. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. The Catholic University of America; 2013. [cited 2021 Jan 20].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1961/15214.
Council of Science Editors:
Betman BG. Exploring the Phenomenological Experience of Child Sexual Abuse in Deaf Women Through the Creation of a Sandtray World. [Doctoral Dissertation]. The Catholic University of America; 2013. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1961/15214
Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
19.
Oosthuysen, Yolandé.
The posttraumatic growth of Oprah Winfrey: a psychobiography.
Degree: 2019, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/43115
► Posttraumatic growth is a unique outcome of trauma that is relatively new to empirical investigation and not yet fully understood. Psychobiographies provide a valuable method…
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▼ Posttraumatic growth is a unique outcome of trauma that is relatively new to empirical investigation and not yet fully understood. Psychobiographies provide a valuable method to interpret and evaluate the applicability of psychological theories, such as posttraumatic growth. This study explored the unique manifestation of posttraumatic growth in the life of Oprah Winfrey. An exploratory-descriptive design was employed to examine the life history of Winfrey. She was selected through purposive sampling, based on her traumatic life history and extraordinary success in the television industry. Primary and secondary sources of biographical and historical data were used during the process of data collection. The data was processed according to Alexander’s data analysis method in conjunction with an analytic framework to organise the data. To maintain ethical principles, the researcher was guided by respect, empathy and accountability in dealing with any personal information regarding Winfrey. The findings demonstrated the occurrence of all five factors of the posttraumatic growth model, proposed by Calhoun and Tedeschi, in Winfrey’s life. The order of these factors, according to a number of identified instances in the data, matched the order of variance percentages per factor identified by Tedeschi and Calhoun. The analysis of PTG in the life of Winfrey, according to the PTG theoretical model, indicates the applicability and value of the model to interpret positive change as it manifests in the lives of individuals after trauma.
Subjects/Keywords: Winfrey, Oprah; Posttraumatic growth; Psychology – Biographical methods; Post-traumatic stress disorder – Patients – Rehabilitation
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Oosthuysen, Y. (2019). The posttraumatic growth of Oprah Winfrey: a psychobiography. (Thesis). Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10948/43115
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Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Oosthuysen, Yolandé. “The posttraumatic growth of Oprah Winfrey: a psychobiography.” 2019. Thesis, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University. Accessed January 20, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/10948/43115.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Oosthuysen, Yolandé. “The posttraumatic growth of Oprah Winfrey: a psychobiography.” 2019. Web. 20 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Oosthuysen Y. The posttraumatic growth of Oprah Winfrey: a psychobiography. [Internet] [Thesis]. Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University; 2019. [cited 2021 Jan 20].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/43115.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Council of Science Editors:
Oosthuysen Y. The posttraumatic growth of Oprah Winfrey: a psychobiography. [Thesis]. Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University; 2019. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/43115
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Colorado State University
20.
Canning, Brian A.
Antidote to fear: exploring death reflection as a predictor of pro-social values, An.
Degree: MS(M.S.), Psychology, 2020, Colorado State University
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10217/208439
► In over three decades of terror management theory (TMT) research, results have continuously pointed towards one grave lesson: that unchecked fear of death can lead…
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▼ In over three decades of terror management theory (TMT) research, results have continuously pointed towards one grave lesson: that unchecked fear of death can lead to terrible outcomes both for the self and for the world at large. TMT research has connected mortality salience (MS) manipulations (reminding one of their mortality) to increases in greed, racism, political extremism and a host of other negative outcomes (Greenberg, Schimel, Martens, Solomon, & Pyszcznyski, 2001; Hirschberger et al., 2016; Kasser & Sheldon, 2000). While negative outcomes have been thoroughly outlined in the research, less attention has been given to investigating ways to ameliorate these problematic effects and to reveal healthier, more productive ways to engage with our mortality. The death reflection (DR) manipulation—in which participants actively imagine their simulated death and engage in reflection and perspective taking—has shown promise in bridging this gap (Cozzolino et al., 2004). The research on this manipulation and corresponding theory is at this juncture minimal, and further development is needed. Study 1 sought to replicate Cozzolino et al's findings from their (2004) study, where DR was found to produce significantly less greedy behavior when compared to MS. This study was not able to find significant effects, despite having a larger sample than the original study. The findings of this study generate questions about the effects of MS and DR manipulations, which are explored in detail. Study 2 sought to test for changes in values from the DR manipulation through a new Emergent Values Measure (EVM) protocol that used free listing and sorting methodologies. This study was unable to demonstrate a strong statistical relationship between that measure and the Aspirations Index (AI), which impeded further comparison and analysis. The data for these studies is explored, and implications for future research are detailed.
Advisors/Committee Members: Steger, Michael F. (advisor), Dik, Bryan J. (committee member), Snodgrass, Jeffrey (committee member).
Subjects/Keywords: existential; post-traumatic growth; terror management theory; meaning; death reflection; pro-social
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Canning, B. A. (2020). Antidote to fear: exploring death reflection as a predictor of pro-social values, An. (Masters Thesis). Colorado State University. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10217/208439
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Canning, Brian A. “Antidote to fear: exploring death reflection as a predictor of pro-social values, An.” 2020. Masters Thesis, Colorado State University. Accessed January 20, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/10217/208439.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Canning, Brian A. “Antidote to fear: exploring death reflection as a predictor of pro-social values, An.” 2020. Web. 20 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Canning BA. Antidote to fear: exploring death reflection as a predictor of pro-social values, An. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. Colorado State University; 2020. [cited 2021 Jan 20].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10217/208439.
Council of Science Editors:
Canning BA. Antidote to fear: exploring death reflection as a predictor of pro-social values, An. [Masters Thesis]. Colorado State University; 2020. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10217/208439
University of Southern California
21.
Arpawong, Thalida Em.
Post-traumatic growth among high-risk youth: predictors,
impact of stressful life events, and relationship with changes in
substance use behaviors.
Degree: PhD, Preventive Medicine (Health Behavior), 2013, University of Southern California
URL: http://digitallibrary.usc.edu/cdm/compoundobject/collection/p15799coll3/id/287431/rec/5132
► Background: The experience of a highly stressful life event (SLE) may elicit positive psychosocial change in some individuals, referred to as Post-traumatic Growth (PTG). This…
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▼ Background: The experience of a highly stressful life
event (SLE) may elicit positive psychosocial change in some
individuals, referred to as
Post-
traumatic Growth (PTG). This
dissertation represents novel research in which two studies were
designed to answer the following questions: (1) what predicts PTG,
including personal and environmental characteristics as well as the
number and severity of stressfulness of SLEs experienced?; and (2)
how do SLEs and PTG influence changes in the frequency of substance
use behaviors over time among vulnerable, ethnically diverse, older
youth? In addition, theoretical postulates were tested to examine
whether mean scores of PTG in this sample represent an illusory
perception of
growth as a transient palliative strategy to regain a
sense of self-esteem
post-SLE or if PTG scores represent an attempt
to achieve congruence through
growth in both cognitive and
behavioral functioning. ❧ Methods: Students were recruited from
alternative high schools (n=564; mean age=16.8), where they
participated in the Project Toward No Drug Abuse intervention.
Surveys were administered in-person, by phone or mail-back. Data
regarding socio-demographic, personal and environmental
characteristics were collected at baseline and 1-year follow-up.
Data regarding SLEs and PTG were collected at 2-year follow-up.
Data on substance use behaviors were collected at both baseline and
2-year follow-up. For both studies, multi-level regression models
were constructed, controlled for sociodemographic variables, peer
and baseline substance use, attrition, and treatment group where
relevant. For the exploratory moderation in Study 1, interaction
terms were created between ethnicity and each of the potential
predictors to evaluate their relationship with PTG. ❧ Results:
Nearly half of the participants were female; 65% were Hispanic, and
on average, all reported experiencing 3 SLEs in the past two years.
Findings from Study 1 were that the majority of participants
reported developing PTG as a result of their most life-altering
SLE. Predictors of PTG included fewer SLEs, less general stress,
greater identification with the developmental stage of Emerging
Adulthood, and an interaction between Hispanic ethnicity and future
time perspective. Findings from Study 2 were that a greater number
of SLEs predicted greater use of cigarettes, alcohol, marijuana,
hard drugs and substance use. In contrast, greater PTG
significantly predicted less use of alcohol, getting drunk on
alcohol, binge drinking, marijuana use, and substance abuse. ❧
Conclusions: Taken together, findings from these studies indicate
that high-risk, older youth report SLEs that reflect their unique
life stage and set of circumstances. Constructs that assessed stage
of life were more salient in predicting PTG than were constructs
reflecting mood states (i.e., depression, positive affect),
although future time perspective predicted higher PTG among
Hispanics only. Regarding theoretical postulates, the finding that
higher PTG predicted less substance use suggests that…
Advisors/Committee Members: Rohrbach, Louise AnnSussman, Steven (Committee Chair), Milam, Joel E. (Committee Member), Unger, Jennifer B. (Committee Member), Land, Helen (Committee Member).
Subjects/Keywords: post-traumatic growth; adolescents; emerging adults; substance use; ethnicity; stressful life events; alternative high school
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Arpawong, T. E. (2013). Post-traumatic growth among high-risk youth: predictors,
impact of stressful life events, and relationship with changes in
substance use behaviors. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Southern California. Retrieved from http://digitallibrary.usc.edu/cdm/compoundobject/collection/p15799coll3/id/287431/rec/5132
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Arpawong, Thalida Em. “Post-traumatic growth among high-risk youth: predictors,
impact of stressful life events, and relationship with changes in
substance use behaviors.” 2013. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Southern California. Accessed January 20, 2021.
http://digitallibrary.usc.edu/cdm/compoundobject/collection/p15799coll3/id/287431/rec/5132.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Arpawong, Thalida Em. “Post-traumatic growth among high-risk youth: predictors,
impact of stressful life events, and relationship with changes in
substance use behaviors.” 2013. Web. 20 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Arpawong TE. Post-traumatic growth among high-risk youth: predictors,
impact of stressful life events, and relationship with changes in
substance use behaviors. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Southern California; 2013. [cited 2021 Jan 20].
Available from: http://digitallibrary.usc.edu/cdm/compoundobject/collection/p15799coll3/id/287431/rec/5132.
Council of Science Editors:
Arpawong TE. Post-traumatic growth among high-risk youth: predictors,
impact of stressful life events, and relationship with changes in
substance use behaviors. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Southern California; 2013. Available from: http://digitallibrary.usc.edu/cdm/compoundobject/collection/p15799coll3/id/287431/rec/5132
Macquarie University
22.
Brouwers, Sue.
Skill acquisition and cue-based processing.
Degree: 2018, Macquarie University
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/1959.14/1264975
► Empirical thesis.
Bibliography: pages 239-291.
Chapter One. Overview – Chapter Two. Cue-utilisation – Chapter Three. Cue-utilisation versus the multiple-cue judgement framework – General discussion –…
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▼ Empirical thesis.
Bibliography: pages 239-291.
Chapter One. Overview – Chapter Two. Cue-utilisation – Chapter Three. Cue-utilisation versus the multiple-cue judgement framework – General discussion – Complete reference list – Appendices.
Over the last several decades, research across a number of practice domains has suggested that the advanced perceptual-cognitive skills or cue utilisation of experts enables these operators to excel in tasks that rely upon anticipatory decisions and the formation of rapid responses. Indeed, skilled performance itself has been characterised by rapid and accurate responses, often in complex and dynamic situations. These specialised associations, which represent situation-specific relationships between environmental features and outcomes or objects and which lie resident in memory, are referred to as cues. However, while cue utilisation is typically considered a pattern recognition or associational process, the specific cognitive mechanisms that underlie cue utilisation remain unclear. The present programme of research was designed to investigate the nature of cue utilisation and examine the mechanisms that underlie cue utilisation in the early stages of learning a new task/skill.
Study 1 was conducted with the aim of investigating the impact of cue utilisation on performance, using a simplified rail control task. The results indicated that there were significant differences in the performance of participants with higher and lower cue utilisation. Throughout the 20-minute rail task, the mean response latency of participants with higher cue utilisation remained significantly higher, compared to participants with lower cue utilisation. One explanation for these results was that the decision to re-route trains in the rail task could be initiated up to seven seconds from the appearance of a train, and therefore, participants with greater cue utilisation may have recognised this opportunity and utilised the additional time. To test this explanation, a similar methodology was adopted in Study 2, but with the inclusion of a secondary task to invoke an explicit cognitive load part-way through the simulated rail control task.
Throughout the initial stage of the rail task, the performance of participants was consistent with the results from Study 1, whereby the response latency recorded was higher for participants with higher cue utilisation. However, once the secondary task was initiated, the response latencies of participants with lower cue utilisation increased, while the response latency amongst participants with higher cue utilisation remained relatively consistent. These results provided support for the view that participants with higher cue utilisation identified cues in the environment (e.g., decision-time availability) that allowed them some advantage, reducing the demands on cognitive load, and thereby enabling their performance to be less impacted by an increase in cognitive demands.
Study 3 was designed to examine whether the performance of participants with…
Advisors/Committee Members: Macquarie University. Department of Psychology.
Subjects/Keywords: Problem solving; Decision making; breast cancer; depression; anxiety; post-traumatic growth; rumination
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Brouwers, S. (2018). Skill acquisition and cue-based processing. (Doctoral Dissertation). Macquarie University. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/1959.14/1264975
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Brouwers, Sue. “Skill acquisition and cue-based processing.” 2018. Doctoral Dissertation, Macquarie University. Accessed January 20, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/1959.14/1264975.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Brouwers, Sue. “Skill acquisition and cue-based processing.” 2018. Web. 20 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Brouwers S. Skill acquisition and cue-based processing. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. Macquarie University; 2018. [cited 2021 Jan 20].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1959.14/1264975.
Council of Science Editors:
Brouwers S. Skill acquisition and cue-based processing. [Doctoral Dissertation]. Macquarie University; 2018. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1959.14/1264975
Macquarie University
23.
Soo, Heather.
Rumination and affective outcomes in women diagnosed with breast cancer.
Degree: 2018, Macquarie University
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/1959.14/1264959
► Empirical thesis.
Bibliography: pages 277-349.
Chapter 1. Introduction and structure of the thesis – Chapter 2. Rumination : cognitive and emotional processing of illness threat…
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▼ Empirical thesis.
Bibliography: pages 277-349.
Chapter 1. Introduction and structure of the thesis – Chapter 2. Rumination : cognitive and emotional processing of illness threat – Chapter 3. systematic review of the assessment of rumination – Chapter 4. Item construction for the Multidimensional Rumination in Illness Scale – Chapter 5. Asssessing rumination in response to illness : the development and validation of the Multidimensional Rumination in Illness Scale – Chapter 6. Breast cancer – Chapter 7. Rumination, psychological distress and post-traumatic growth in women diagnosed with breast cancer – Chapter 8. The longitudinal study of rumination in breast cancer – Chapter 9. General discussion – Appendices – References.
Breast cancer entails a series of physical, psychosocial and existential challenges that extend into the survivorship period through late side effects from treatment and the potential for disease recurrence. Consequently, higher levels of depressive and anxious symptoms are experienced along the disease trajectory, although positive change, termed post-traumatic growth, can coexist. Perseverative thinking, specifically rumination, has been linked to the development and maintenance of depression and anxiety in clinically-well populations as well as to post-traumatic growth in the cancer context. With limited research into the pathways by which rumination might exert this dual influence, the overall aim was to increase understanding of how subcomponents of rumination are differentially related to positive and negative psychological outcomes in women diagnosed with breast cancer. Given the complexity of the rumination construct, the absence of a specific measure for the context of illness required the development of the Multidimensional Rumination in Illness Scale (MRIS) as an initial step to achieving this aim. Studies 1 and 2 addressed the development, pilot testing, refinement and validation of the MRIS, with solid psychometric properties being demonstrated. A cross-sectional study of individuals with breast cancer (Study 3) found that brooding rumination was associated with depressive and anxious symptoms whereas both instrumental and intrusive rumination were associated with post-traumatic growth. As timing of rumination can be significant, the longitudinal approach in Study 4 revealed more distinctly how patterns of rumination differentially affect psychological outcomes along the illness trajectory. These findings provide a basis for the enhancement of psychological interventions to minimise distress and optimise post-traumatic growth. While cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) approaches have been successful in managing distress, CBT does not specifically address rumination, placing importance on the evaluation of the effectiveness of newer CBT modalities, such as Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, that target rumination through the addition of disclosure techniques and mindfulness meditation.
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Advisors/Committee Members: Macquarie University. Department of Psychology.
Subjects/Keywords: Rumination (Psychology); Breast – Cancer – Patients – Psychology; breast cancer; depression; anxiety; post-traumatic growth; rumination
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Soo, H. (2018). Rumination and affective outcomes in women diagnosed with breast cancer. (Doctoral Dissertation). Macquarie University. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/1959.14/1264959
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Soo, Heather. “Rumination and affective outcomes in women diagnosed with breast cancer.” 2018. Doctoral Dissertation, Macquarie University. Accessed January 20, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/1959.14/1264959.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Soo, Heather. “Rumination and affective outcomes in women diagnosed with breast cancer.” 2018. Web. 20 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Soo H. Rumination and affective outcomes in women diagnosed with breast cancer. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. Macquarie University; 2018. [cited 2021 Jan 20].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1959.14/1264959.
Council of Science Editors:
Soo H. Rumination and affective outcomes in women diagnosed with breast cancer. [Doctoral Dissertation]. Macquarie University; 2018. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1959.14/1264959
Xavier University
24.
Mathews, Samantha L.
Meaning-Making, Psychological Outcomes, and Language Use
when Describing Traumatic Events.
Degree: Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.), Psychology, 2019, Xavier University
URL: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=xavier1558042915273947
► The theory of shattered assumptions asserts that traumatic events destroy individuals’ basic beliefs that they are worthy of love and that the world is a…
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▼ The theory of shattered assumptions asserts that
traumatic events destroy individuals’ basic beliefs that they are
worthy of love and that the world is a reasonably benevolent and
orderly place (Janoff-Bulmann, 1992). Researchers have relied on
this theory to understand the connection between cognitive word
usage and both PTSD symptoms and posttraumatic
growth (PTG),
speculating that individuals who use more cognitive words are able
to rebuild resilient assumptions about themselves and the world by
making meaning out of out their trauma. Using an expressive writing
prompt and the Language Inquiry Word Count Software (LIWC;
Pennebaker et al., 2015), the present study (N = 114) sought to
determine if meaning-making mediates the relationships between
cognitive word usage and PTSD symptoms, and between cognitive word
usage and PTG. Contrary to hypotheses and previous research, the
mediation analyses indicated that cognitive word usage predicted
more, not fewer, PTSD symptoms. Meaning-making predicted more PTSD
symptoms and PTG, and it did not act as a mediator for the
relationship between cognitive word usage and PTSD or PTG. These
findings challenge previous researchers’ speculation and provide
important information regarding the conceptualization of trauma and
traumatic growth.
Advisors/Committee Members: Gibson, Jennifer (Committee Chair).
Subjects/Keywords: Psychology; Trauma; meaning making; posttraumatic growth; post traumatic stress disorder; PTSD; LIWC; shattered assumptions
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Mathews, S. L. (2019). Meaning-Making, Psychological Outcomes, and Language Use
when Describing Traumatic Events. (Doctoral Dissertation). Xavier University. Retrieved from http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=xavier1558042915273947
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Mathews, Samantha L. “Meaning-Making, Psychological Outcomes, and Language Use
when Describing Traumatic Events.” 2019. Doctoral Dissertation, Xavier University. Accessed January 20, 2021.
http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=xavier1558042915273947.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Mathews, Samantha L. “Meaning-Making, Psychological Outcomes, and Language Use
when Describing Traumatic Events.” 2019. Web. 20 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Mathews SL. Meaning-Making, Psychological Outcomes, and Language Use
when Describing Traumatic Events. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. Xavier University; 2019. [cited 2021 Jan 20].
Available from: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=xavier1558042915273947.
Council of Science Editors:
Mathews SL. Meaning-Making, Psychological Outcomes, and Language Use
when Describing Traumatic Events. [Doctoral Dissertation]. Xavier University; 2019. Available from: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=xavier1558042915273947
Miami University
25.
Horn, Natalie Kathrin.
Finding meaning after rape: An examination of meaning-making
strategies and consequences in rape survivors.
Degree: PhD, Psychology, 2019, Miami University
URL: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=miami1562859581788623
► Prominent theories indicate the search for meaning is central to recovery from rape. However, definitions of meaning-making vary in the literature and research examining meaning-making…
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▼ Prominent theories indicate the search for meaning is
central to recovery from rape. However, definitions of
meaning-making vary in the literature and research examining
meaning-making in a comprehensive manner is limited. Current models
suggest that rape survivors can use a variety of strategies to
create meaning and experience symptom reduction. However, the
notion that multiple strategies create meaning and lead to symptom
reduction has not been empirically validated. The current study
examines the following questions: (1) What are the strategies of
meaning-making for rape survivors? (2) What consequences or
byproducts are associated with these strategies? (3) Can these
byproducts be classified into three distinct sub-categories based
on when they are expected to arise? (4) Do the consequences or
byproducts of meaning-making mediate the relationship between
meaning-making strategies and PTSD? Specifically, a SEM was
examined to identify strategies and byproducts of meaning-making
and to examine the relationships between constructs in rape
survivors. Four forms of approach-focused coping strategies were
found to be strategies of meaning-making. Three types of
meaning-making byproducts emerged: “general” byproducts, or those
independent of coping strategy, byproducts associated with the
strategy of accommodation, and byproducts associated with the
strategy of assimilation. Self-reported Posttraumatic
Growth and
Sense of Future Control were found to indicate general byproducts
while Changed Identity, Changed Global Goals, and Rape
Acknowledgement were found to indicate byproducts associated with
accommodation. Byproducts associated with assimilation as a coping
strategy were not significant in the model. Engagement in coping
strategies predicted general or strategy independent byproducts,
however it did not predict byproducts likely to be associated with
the use of specific strategies. Contrary to expectations, the
latent constructs of General Byproducts and Accommodation-Related
Byproducts predicted higher levels of PTSD and depression in rape
survivors. Unpredicted findings are discussed in light of
methodological limitations and recommendations for future research
are provided.
Advisors/Committee Members: Messman-Moore, Terri (Advisor).
Subjects/Keywords: Psychology; sexual victimization, rape, recovery, meaning-making,
resilience, trauma processing, post traumatic growth,
PTSD
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strategies and consequences in rape survivors. (Doctoral Dissertation). Miami University. Retrieved from http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=miami1562859581788623
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Horn, Natalie Kathrin. “Finding meaning after rape: An examination of meaning-making
strategies and consequences in rape survivors.” 2019. Doctoral Dissertation, Miami University. Accessed January 20, 2021.
http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=miami1562859581788623.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Horn, Natalie Kathrin. “Finding meaning after rape: An examination of meaning-making
strategies and consequences in rape survivors.” 2019. Web. 20 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Horn NK. Finding meaning after rape: An examination of meaning-making
strategies and consequences in rape survivors. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. Miami University; 2019. [cited 2021 Jan 20].
Available from: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=miami1562859581788623.
Council of Science Editors:
Horn NK. Finding meaning after rape: An examination of meaning-making
strategies and consequences in rape survivors. [Doctoral Dissertation]. Miami University; 2019. Available from: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=miami1562859581788623
26.
Mangelsdorf, Judith.
Braucht persönliches Wachstum das Erleben von Leid? Positive
Persönlichkeitsveränderungen nach einschneidenden Lebensereignissen mit hoher
emotionaler Valenz.
Degree: 2017, Freie Universität Berlin
URL: https://refubium.fu-berlin.de/handle/fub188/13482
► Zusammenfassung (Abstract in German) Braucht menschliches Wachstum das Erleben von Leid? Die Überzeugung, dass einschneidende Lebensereignisse zu Persönlichkeitswachstum führen können, hat in den vergangenen zwei…
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▼ Zusammenfassung (Abstract in German) Braucht menschliches Wachstum das Erleben
von Leid? Die Überzeugung, dass einschneidende Lebensereignisse zu
Persönlichkeitswachstum führen können, hat in den vergangenen zwei Jahrzehnten
stark an wissenschaftlicher Aufmerksamkeit gewonnen. Durch den Fokus auf
traumatische Ereignisse als Katalysatoren persönlicher Entwicklung entstand
dabei die weithin geteilte Auffassung, dass Leid und dessen Bewältigung eine
notwendige Voraussetzung für Persönlichkeitswachstum nach einschneidenden
Erlebnissen ist. Gleichzeitig weist ein Großteil existierender Publikationen
erhebliche methodische Mängel auf: Die Mehrheit der bisherigen Studien
untersuchte ausschließlich negative Ereignisse als mögliche Katalysatoren für
psychologisches Wachstum und vernachlässigte damit die Möglichkeit, dass auch
positive Ereignisse zu Persönlichkeitsveränderungen führen könnten. Außerdem
wurde kaum der Frage nachgegangen, welche spezifischen psychologischen
Mechanismen zu diesen Veränderungsprozessen führen (Park & Helgeson, 2006).
Schlussendlich operationalisierten die meisten Studien Persönlichkeitswachstum
nicht in einem längsschnittlichen Design, wie es von führenden Experten des
Feldes geraten wurde (Jayawickreme & Blackie, 2016). Stattdessen wurden
Teilnehmer gebeten,
post-hoc einzuschätzen, inwieweit sie ein spezifisches
Ereignis in bestimmten Lebensbereichen geprägt hat. Die vorliegende
Dissertation hatte zum Ziel, diese methodischen Defizite systematisch
aufzuarbeiten und damit einen Beitrag zum wissenschaftlichen Diskurs über
Persönlichkeitswachstum nach einschneidenden Erlebnissen zu leisten. Studie 1
zielte darauf, den Einfluss eines breiten Spektrums verschiedener
Lebensereignisse messbar zu machen, um damit den Vergleich zwischen
Erlebnissen mit positiver und negativer Valenz zu ermöglichen. Hierzu wurde
ein kulturvergleichendes Design umgesetzt, um mögliche kulturelle Unterschiede
abzubilden. Teilnehmern aus den USA (n = 555) und Indien (n = 599) wurde eine
revidierte Version der Social Readjustment Rating Scale (Bewertungsskala der
sozialen Wiederanpassung; Holmes & Rahe, 1967) vorgelegt. Amerikanische
Teilnehmer nahmen negative Ereignisse als einschneidender wahr, während
indische Teilnehmer Ereignisse mit positiver Valenz als bedeutsamer erlebten.
Studie 1 hat gezeigt, dass der „negativity bias“, die Annahme, dass negative
Ereignisse den größeren Einfluss auf unser Leben haben (Baumeister et al.,
2001), zumindest teilweise ein kulturelles Artefakt ist. Studie 2 hatte zum
Ziel, Schlüsselfaktoren zu identifizieren, die zu posttraumatischem und
postekstatischem Wachstum beitragen. Basierend auf vorangegangener Forschung
wurde ein Modell zur Vorhersage von Wachstum vorgestellt, das drei zentrale
Variablen beinhaltet: Sinnstiftung bezüglich des Ereignisses, sowie das
Vorhandensein unterstützender Beziehungen und positiver Emotionen. Die
Ergebnisse amerikanischer (n = 342) und indischer (n = 341) Teilnehmer haben
ergeben, dass posttraumatisches und postekstatisches Wachstum in starkem Bezug…
Advisors/Committee Members: [email protected] (contact), w (gender), Prof. Dr. Michael Eid (firstReferee), Prof. Dr. Nina Knoll (furtherReferee).
Subjects/Keywords: post-traumatic growth; posttraumatic growth; post-ecstatic growth; postecstatic growth; negativity bias; life event;
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Mangelsdorf, J. (2017). Braucht persönliches Wachstum das Erleben von Leid? Positive
Persönlichkeitsveränderungen nach einschneidenden Lebensereignissen mit hoher
emotionaler Valenz. (Thesis). Freie Universität Berlin. Retrieved from https://refubium.fu-berlin.de/handle/fub188/13482
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Mangelsdorf, Judith. “Braucht persönliches Wachstum das Erleben von Leid? Positive
Persönlichkeitsveränderungen nach einschneidenden Lebensereignissen mit hoher
emotionaler Valenz.” 2017. Thesis, Freie Universität Berlin. Accessed January 20, 2021.
https://refubium.fu-berlin.de/handle/fub188/13482.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Mangelsdorf, Judith. “Braucht persönliches Wachstum das Erleben von Leid? Positive
Persönlichkeitsveränderungen nach einschneidenden Lebensereignissen mit hoher
emotionaler Valenz.” 2017. Web. 20 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Mangelsdorf J. Braucht persönliches Wachstum das Erleben von Leid? Positive
Persönlichkeitsveränderungen nach einschneidenden Lebensereignissen mit hoher
emotionaler Valenz. [Internet] [Thesis]. Freie Universität Berlin; 2017. [cited 2021 Jan 20].
Available from: https://refubium.fu-berlin.de/handle/fub188/13482.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Council of Science Editors:
Mangelsdorf J. Braucht persönliches Wachstum das Erleben von Leid? Positive
Persönlichkeitsveränderungen nach einschneidenden Lebensereignissen mit hoher
emotionaler Valenz. [Thesis]. Freie Universität Berlin; 2017. Available from: https://refubium.fu-berlin.de/handle/fub188/13482
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Edith Cowan University
27.
Millar, Jillian M.
Self-reported stress and posttraumatic growth following the transition to motherhood : investigating the role of social support and self-efficacy.
Degree: 2012, Edith Cowan University
URL: https://ro.ecu.edu.au/theses/562
► The onset of parenthood signifies a transition point in a person’s life, which requires adaptation to a variety of changes and is often considered a…
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▼ The onset of parenthood signifies a transition point in a person’s life, which requires adaptation to a variety of changes and is often considered a time of great stress and great joy. Posttraumatic growth (PTG) or positive psychological outcomes can be experienced as a result of an individual’s struggles with highly stressful or challenging life events, such as the birth of a child. The current research explores the relationship between PTG and the transition to motherhood. Two studies investigated women’s retrospective perceptions of PTG regarding their first experience of parenthood. Study One employed a quantitative methodology to examine the extent to which participants’ perceived social support, self-efficacy, and level of perceived stress surrounding the birth of their first child, predicted PTG. A sample of 83 participants completed the Post Traumatic Growth Inventory; the Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support; the Mastery - Self-Efficacy Scale; and the Impact of Events Scale-Revised. Data were analysed using a standard multiple regression analysis to determine which variable/s significantly and independently predicted the level of PTG. Results indicated that perceived social support was the only variable to achieve significance (F(3,78)= 3.333; p < 0.05). To gain a holistic perception of how and why social support played such a vital role in predicting PTG, a second study was conducted. Study Two followed-up with a qualitative exploration of ten women’s perceptions of social support across the transition to motherhood, in order to illicit greater understanding of its relationship to PTG. Thematic content analysis of transcripts revealed four main themes: reassurance, help seeking, self-efficacy, and changes in the self. Additionally the role of the women’s expectations and recommendations for others is discussed. This research has therapeutic implications for therapists who may be able to utilise these findings to encourage and enhance positive outcomes, coping, and adaptation in individuals experiencing a crisis and/or stressful life transitions. Additionally this research adds to the evidence supporting the use of the PTGI as a general measure of growth, thereby allowing it to be applied to incidents and experiences outside of those traditionally defined as traumatic.
Subjects/Keywords: post-traumatic stress disorder; motherhood - psychological aspects; self-efficacy; postpartum depression; Posttraumatic Growth (PTG) Posttrauamtic Growth Inventory (PTGI); Transition; Psychology
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Millar, J. M. (2012). Self-reported stress and posttraumatic growth following the transition to motherhood : investigating the role of social support and self-efficacy. (Thesis). Edith Cowan University. Retrieved from https://ro.ecu.edu.au/theses/562
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Millar, Jillian M. “Self-reported stress and posttraumatic growth following the transition to motherhood : investigating the role of social support and self-efficacy.” 2012. Thesis, Edith Cowan University. Accessed January 20, 2021.
https://ro.ecu.edu.au/theses/562.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Millar, Jillian M. “Self-reported stress and posttraumatic growth following the transition to motherhood : investigating the role of social support and self-efficacy.” 2012. Web. 20 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Millar JM. Self-reported stress and posttraumatic growth following the transition to motherhood : investigating the role of social support and self-efficacy. [Internet] [Thesis]. Edith Cowan University; 2012. [cited 2021 Jan 20].
Available from: https://ro.ecu.edu.au/theses/562.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Council of Science Editors:
Millar JM. Self-reported stress and posttraumatic growth following the transition to motherhood : investigating the role of social support and self-efficacy. [Thesis]. Edith Cowan University; 2012. Available from: https://ro.ecu.edu.au/theses/562
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
University of Vermont
28.
Spannaus, Alexandra T.
An Educator's Journey Of Finding Post-Traumatic Growth After Intimate Partner Violence Through Scholarly Personal Narrative Writing: Implications For Survivors, Advocates, And Educators.
Degree: MEd, Interdisciplinary, 2019, University of Vermont
URL: https://scholarworks.uvm.edu/graddis/1017
► In this thesis, I share my personal story of finding healing—post-traumatic growth—after experiencing intimate partner violence seven years ago. Written in Scholarly Personal Narrative…
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▼ In this thesis, I share my personal story of finding healing—
post-
traumatic growth—after experiencing intimate partner violence seven years ago. Written in Scholarly Personal Narrative format, I dig into my own past, draw upon research and scholarship to better understand and make meaning of and from my experiences, and finally, make connections with other survivors, advocates, and educators through my narrative. I discuss how survivors of intimate partner violence can move closer to healing; provide practical tips on how individuals and educators can support survivors and better understand the complexities of abusive relationships; and explain how educators can use writing, specifically the Scholarly Personal Narrative format, as an avenue for healing and
growth for their students in a classroom setting. My thesis is an example of how, when given the opportunity, educators can encourage students to experience
post-
traumatic growth within the American University.
Advisors/Committee Members: Susan Comerford.
Subjects/Keywords: domestic violence; growth; healing; intimate partner violence; post-traumatic growth; women; Feminist, Gender, and Sexuality Studies
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Spannaus, A. T. (2019). An Educator's Journey Of Finding Post-Traumatic Growth After Intimate Partner Violence Through Scholarly Personal Narrative Writing: Implications For Survivors, Advocates, And Educators. (Thesis). University of Vermont. Retrieved from https://scholarworks.uvm.edu/graddis/1017
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Spannaus, Alexandra T. “An Educator's Journey Of Finding Post-Traumatic Growth After Intimate Partner Violence Through Scholarly Personal Narrative Writing: Implications For Survivors, Advocates, And Educators.” 2019. Thesis, University of Vermont. Accessed January 20, 2021.
https://scholarworks.uvm.edu/graddis/1017.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Spannaus, Alexandra T. “An Educator's Journey Of Finding Post-Traumatic Growth After Intimate Partner Violence Through Scholarly Personal Narrative Writing: Implications For Survivors, Advocates, And Educators.” 2019. Web. 20 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Spannaus AT. An Educator's Journey Of Finding Post-Traumatic Growth After Intimate Partner Violence Through Scholarly Personal Narrative Writing: Implications For Survivors, Advocates, And Educators. [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Vermont; 2019. [cited 2021 Jan 20].
Available from: https://scholarworks.uvm.edu/graddis/1017.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Council of Science Editors:
Spannaus AT. An Educator's Journey Of Finding Post-Traumatic Growth After Intimate Partner Violence Through Scholarly Personal Narrative Writing: Implications For Survivors, Advocates, And Educators. [Thesis]. University of Vermont; 2019. Available from: https://scholarworks.uvm.edu/graddis/1017
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
29.
Brinton, Chauncy T.
A mixed methods analysis of the relationship between attachment, post-traumatic stress, and post-traumatic growth among United States service members.
Degree: 2016, James Madison University
URL: https://commons.lib.jmu.edu/diss201019/122
► The impact of secure military relationships on US service members’ response to trauma during military service was examined in this mixed methods study. Veterans with…
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▼ The impact of secure military relationships on US service members’ response to trauma during military service was examined in this mixed methods study. Veterans with and without combat exposure evidence a high rate of
post-
traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and the military has tried to institute resilience-based programs in anticipation of the psychological challenges experienced by soldiers. At the same time, research has shown that some service members report positive outcomes associated with military service including the phenomena of
post-
traumatic growth (PTG). The constructs from attachment theory (safe haven and exploration) have begun to be the focus of research with service members and have been linked to PTG. In the current study, the statistical relationships and qualitative dimensions among attachment, PTSD, and PTG were examined. The quantitative portion of this study found that the more safe and secure service members rated their relationships with fellow service members, their unit, and their leaders, the fewer PTSD symptoms they reported and the more likely they were to experience
post-
traumatic growth, independent of demographics (age, education level, rank), and combat exposure. The qualitative portion of this study reported the broad and varied lived experiences of service members’ relationships – providing many answers to the question of how relationships matter. Implications of these findings for military programs and policies and future research directions are discussed.
Advisors/Committee Members: Anne Stewart.
Subjects/Keywords: resilience; attachment; post-traumatic stress disorder; post-traumatic growth; veterans; relationships; Mental Disorders; Military and Veterans Studies; Psychiatric and Mental Health; Psychological Phenomena and Processes
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Brinton, C. T. (2016). A mixed methods analysis of the relationship between attachment, post-traumatic stress, and post-traumatic growth among United States service members. (Doctoral Dissertation). James Madison University. Retrieved from https://commons.lib.jmu.edu/diss201019/122
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Brinton, Chauncy T. “A mixed methods analysis of the relationship between attachment, post-traumatic stress, and post-traumatic growth among United States service members.” 2016. Doctoral Dissertation, James Madison University. Accessed January 20, 2021.
https://commons.lib.jmu.edu/diss201019/122.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Brinton, Chauncy T. “A mixed methods analysis of the relationship between attachment, post-traumatic stress, and post-traumatic growth among United States service members.” 2016. Web. 20 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Brinton CT. A mixed methods analysis of the relationship between attachment, post-traumatic stress, and post-traumatic growth among United States service members. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. James Madison University; 2016. [cited 2021 Jan 20].
Available from: https://commons.lib.jmu.edu/diss201019/122.
Council of Science Editors:
Brinton CT. A mixed methods analysis of the relationship between attachment, post-traumatic stress, and post-traumatic growth among United States service members. [Doctoral Dissertation]. James Madison University; 2016. Available from: https://commons.lib.jmu.edu/diss201019/122
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Fairweather, Lionel Ronald Bernhard.
The experience of homecoming for U.K. Army Reservists, following prolonged military mobilisation : a mixed methods IPA & Q Sort study.
Degree: Thesis (D.Psych.), 2018, University of East London
URL: https://doi.org/10.15123/uel.87531
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https://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.795036
► Background. There is a move towards increased use of Reservists for all aspects of U.K. military operations. The dominant research focus looks for the link…
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▼ Background. There is a move towards increased use of Reservists for all aspects of U.K. military operations. The dominant research focus looks for the link between increased military service and negative outcomes and has suggested that Reservists are especially prone to problems of adjustment on homecoming. Research in to the effects of homecoming on Reservists was found to be a neglected topic in the literature. Research question. The aim of this research was to explore how members of the United Kingdom Army Reserve experience returning to civilian life (homecoming), following a period of prolonged military mobilization. Method. A mixed methods approach was utilized. Firstly, Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA) was conducted on six Reservists, in order to understand their personal experiences of homecoming. Q Methodology was then selected for the second phase, using the IPA themes as the primary source for the Q Set. A Q Sort was conducted with 20 Reservists, in order to deliver the shared subjective viewpoints pertaining to homecoming. Results. Six themes emerged from the IPA phase, describing homecoming in terms of; activities, adjustment, culture, emotions, reflection and values. The Q Sort phase distilled the six themes into four homecoming factors: reflection on personal growth; adjustment, not stress; sense making and personal circumstances. Conclusions. The experience of participating on military operations was generally found to be developmental, supporting the concept of post-traumatic growth. Minimal adjustment issues were reported on homecoming relating to experiences on operations. However, some participants reported partners and close family members could be adversely affected. Also, any homecoming issues were more as a consequence of other pre-existing factors.
Subjects/Keywords: 150; Reservists stress; Army; Armed Forces; military; mobilization; deployment; operations; adjustment; reintegration; stress; post-traumatic stress; resilience; post-traumatic growth; social identity; family; phenomenology; IPA; Q methodology; Q Sort
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APA (6th Edition):
Fairweather, L. R. B. (2018). The experience of homecoming for U.K. Army Reservists, following prolonged military mobilisation : a mixed methods IPA & Q Sort study. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of East London. Retrieved from https://doi.org/10.15123/uel.87531 ; https://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.795036
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Fairweather, Lionel Ronald Bernhard. “The experience of homecoming for U.K. Army Reservists, following prolonged military mobilisation : a mixed methods IPA & Q Sort study.” 2018. Doctoral Dissertation, University of East London. Accessed January 20, 2021.
https://doi.org/10.15123/uel.87531 ; https://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.795036.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Fairweather, Lionel Ronald Bernhard. “The experience of homecoming for U.K. Army Reservists, following prolonged military mobilisation : a mixed methods IPA & Q Sort study.” 2018. Web. 20 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Fairweather LRB. The experience of homecoming for U.K. Army Reservists, following prolonged military mobilisation : a mixed methods IPA & Q Sort study. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of East London; 2018. [cited 2021 Jan 20].
Available from: https://doi.org/10.15123/uel.87531 ; https://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.795036.
Council of Science Editors:
Fairweather LRB. The experience of homecoming for U.K. Army Reservists, following prolonged military mobilisation : a mixed methods IPA & Q Sort study. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of East London; 2018. Available from: https://doi.org/10.15123/uel.87531 ; https://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.795036
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