Department
Social Work
Date
2014
Degree Name
Master of Social Work (M.S.W.)
Type of Paper/Work
Clinical research paper
Advisor
Colin Hollidge
Abstract
The purpose of this research study was to look at what resilience factors therapists view to be important in their work with adolescents who have experienced complex trauma. This study used a qualitative research design, in the form of semi-structured interviews to collect data. The main findings of this study showed that 100% of the participants perceive healthy attachments to be a leading resilience factor in complex trauma. Additionally, according to the participants in this study, unhealthy coping skills (promiscuity, chemical use, self-harm and dissociation) were discussed as survival techniques. Finally, the use of resilience in therapy was addressed with incongruent findings. Participants differed in their view of client readiness to process their complex trauma. The findings of this study can be used to help therapists gain a better understanding of what resilience factors are common in clients who have experienced complex trauma, which will assist them in their work together.
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Recommended Citation
Schwebke, Abby O., "The Role of Resilience in Adolescents with Complex Trauma: A Look at Therapists’ Perspectives" (2014). Social Work Master’s Clinical Research Papers. 383.
https://ir.stthomas.edu/ssw_mstrp/383