Steven L Berman Author
Subjects of specialization
Affiliation
Anxiety, psychological growth, Distress.
Department of Psychology, University of Central Florida, USA
Editorial Open Access
Author(s): Steven L Berman
Identity and Trauma
The relationship of trauma to identity is a complicated one that requires greater study. This paper cites research which suggests that not only can traumatic exposure be disruptive to identity development, but in the reverse, identity can shape the manner in which trauma is perceived and understood. It is further noted that identity can both exacerbate posttraumatic str... view moreĀ»