Post-traumatic Growth Following an Acquired Brain Injury

Reddy, Ariyana

Abstract

This thesis portfolio comprises three parts:
Part One: Systematic Literature Review
The systematic literature review explored whether social support facilitated post-traumatic growth (PTG) following an acquired brain injury (ABI). Eleven studies were selected for the review using five electronic databases: MEDLINE, APA PsycInfo, PsycArticles, CINAHL and Academic Search Ultimate. The studies were assessed for quality using the Critical Appraisal Skills Program Qualitative Studies Checklist (CASP-UK, 2018) prior to thematic synthesis. The four themes identified in the study supported social support facilitated PTG through closer relationships with friends and family, shared experiences, reconnection with the social world and support from wider networks. However, one theme did not agree with social support facilitating PTG and explored the hinderances of social support. The limitations, clinical implications and suggestions for future research are discussed.
Part Two: Empirical Paper
The empirical paper investigated predictors of post-traumatic growth (PTG) in early stroke recovery. In particular, age, education, gender, psychological support, social support and health-related quality of life were assessed in terms of their relationship with PTG. 143 participants completed an online survey including measures of social support, quality of life and PTG, additional relevant demographic information was also asked. Independent sample t-tests and a one-way ANOVA were conducted to investigate the relationship of categorical variables with PTG and a multiple linear regression was conducted to investigate the relationship of continuous variables with PTG. Findings suggest that social support predicts PTG in early stroke recovery, however, the rest of the factors did not show any significant results. The results are discussed in context with the current literature base, limitations, clinical implications and considerations for future research.
Part Three comprises the Appendices:
The appendices comprise of additional information for the systematic literature review and the empirical statement. Included in the appendices will be; reflective and epistemological statement, ethical improve, consent forms, information sheets, measures, author guidelines for journals and any other supporting documentation.

Citation

Reddy, A. (2024). Post-traumatic Growth Following an Acquired Brain Injury. (Thesis). University Of Hull. https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4920916

• Thesis Type: Thesis
• Deposit Date: Nov 19, 2024
• Publicly Available Date: Nov 19, 2024
• Keywords: Clinical psychology
• Public URL: https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4920916
• Additional Information: Clinical Psychology; Faculty of Health Sciences; University of Hull
• Award Date: Oct 3, 2024