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Cultural-Historical Psychology
2019. Vol. 15, no. 1, 46–55
https://doi.org/10.17759/chp.2019150105
ISSN: 1816-5435 / 2224-8935 (online)

Fifteen Years After: Methodology and Ethics of Psychological Help to Young Adults Who Survived Terror Act at Beslan School in Their Childhood

 
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Abstract

Main concepts of a theory of psychological trauma including seeing trauma as «a double-edged sword», and a concept of posttraumatic personality growth are outlined. Some new data obtained from the most recent (2017—2018) qualitative study among young adults who survived terror act at Beslan school in 2004, are presented. Issues of potential long-term sequels of unmetabolized trauma; of a probability of a secondary traumatization of a patient under conditions of a directive psychotherapy; and probability of unconscious transmission of unmetabolized trauma to the next generations are raised. Fundamental differences between medical and psychological models of psychotherapeutic help including the differences between discourse of «impact» vs discourse of «reciprocity» are discussed. Fallacy of equating of mental suffering and illness is stressed. Psychological counseling and psychotherapy are considered as a transformation of a latent potential of suffering into strengthening of the ego.

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Keywords: multiple trauma, shock trauma, strain trauma, alienation, disorganization, posttraumatic personality growth, metabolization of trauma

Journal rubric: Psychological Practice

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OpenAlex topics: Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Research, Suicide and Self-Harm Studies, Resilience and Mental Health

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Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Research

This cluster of papers explores the impact of trauma, particularly posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), on individuals' mental health and the potential for resilience and growth following extremely aversive events. It covers topics such as the neurocircuitry of fear, stress, and anxiety disorders, psychological treatments for PTSD, psychometric evaluation of PTSD symptoms, and the epidemiology of traumatic events and PTSD. The papers also delve into the concept of posttraumatic growth and the role of cognitive therapy in addressing PTSD.

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Suicide and Self-Harm Studies

This cluster of papers focuses on the epidemiology, risk factors, and prevention strategies related to suicidal behavior, particularly among adolescents and young adults. It covers topics such as the interpersonal theory of suicide, psychological autopsy studies, non-suicidal self-injury, and the assessment of suicidal behavior. The research also delves into the global patterns of mortality, neurobiology, and the impact of various interventions in mitigating suicide risk.

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Resilience and Mental Health

This cluster of papers focuses on the concept of psychological resilience, exploring its development, measurement, and implications for well-being. It encompasses research on coping strategies, positive emotions, family and community resilience, and the impact of resilience on mental health in the face of adversity.

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Article type: scientific article

DOI: https://doi.org/10.17759/chp.2019150105

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For citation: Gulina, M.A., Ramonova, A.A., Karlova, A.A. (2019). Fifteen Years After: Methodology and Ethics of Psychological Help to Young Adults Who Survived Terror Act at Beslan School in Their Childhood. Cultural-Historical Psychology, 15(1), 46–55. (In Russ.). https://doi.org/10.17759/chp.2019150105

© Gulina M.A., Ramonova A.A., Karlova A.A., 2019

License: CC BY-NC 4.0

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Information About the Authors

Marina A. Gulina, Doctor of Psychology, Professor, Department of Methodology of Psychology, Faculty of Psychology, Lomonosov Moscow State University, Professor, CITY University, London, United Kingdom, Moscow, Russian Federation, e-mail: marinagulina@mail.ru

Alena A. Ramonova, Psychologist, Counselor, Head of Department of Inclusive Education, Faculty of Psychology, Khetagurov North Ossetian University, Vladikavkaz, Russian Federation, e-mail: ramonovaalena@gmail.com

Anastasia A. Karlova, Psychologist, Researcher, Psychology Department, City, University of London, London, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, e-mail: karlova3812@gmail.com

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