Identification and facilitation of posttraumatic growth after burn injury in an adult population in Western Australia

Lisa Martin

doi:10.4225/23/5ac6d4939d64d

Identification and facilitation of posttraumatic growth after burn injury in an adult population in Western Australia

Lisa Martin

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Abstract

Optimal recovery from bum injury requires survivors to overcome unique psychological and physical challenges. Some burn survivors overcome these better than others despite similar severity, bodily location, and functional limitations of the burn. Posttraumatic growth is positive psychological change that is superior to the pre-trauma state. This research used mixed method research to explore the process, presentation, and barriers of posttraumatic growth after burn, and its relationship to depression, anxiety, stress and resilience. Findings led to the development of a specific definition of posttraumatic growth after
burn, a model of postburn growth and coping, and a resource for burn patients.

Original language	English
Qualification	Doctor of Philosophy
Awarding Institution	The University of Western Australia
Supervisors/Advisors	Wood, Fiona, Supervisor Byrnes, Michelle Lynette, Supervisor Rea, Suzanne, Supervisor McGarry, Sarah, Supervisor, External person Black (Connell), Kylie , Supervisor, External person
Thesis sponsors	Australian Government Research Training Program
Award date	26 Feb 2018
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.4225/23/5ac6d4939d64d
Publication status	Unpublished - 2018

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