Posttraumatic growth in trauma survivors: Implications for practice |
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Authors: | Alia I Sheikh |
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Institution: | Department of Clinical Psychology , Newcastle University , Newcastle upon Tyne, UK |
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Abstract: | The study of positive sequelae to trauma is increasingly a focus of attention in the trauma research literature. This paper describes the construct of posttraumatic growth, a phenomenon that involves positive changes and benefits gained through coping with traumatic experiences. Variables associated with posttraumatic growth are summarized. Specific interventions for counselling psychology practice are described. |
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Keywords: | posttraumatic growth trauma counselling implications |
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