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The relationship between intrusive rumination and post-traumatic stress disorder: the mediating role of balanced time perspective

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DOI: 10.23977/aetp.2022.061107 | Downloads: 23 | Views: 601

Author(s)

Zhang Mengxin 1, Ye Zilan 2

Affiliation(s)

1 Department of Applied Psychology, Beihang University, Beijng, China
2 Department of Psychology, Guangdong Medical University, Dongguan, China

Corresponding Author

Zhang Mengxin

ABSTRACT

The purpose of the current study was to examine how the balanced time perspective affected the association between intrusive rumination and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Thus, 540 adults with past traumatic experiences completed the Essen Trauma Inventory, the Intrusive Rumination Scale, and Swedish Zimbardo Time Perspective Inventory. Results: ①intrusive rumination significantly and positively predicted PTSD. ②intrusive rumination positively predicted PTSD by positively predicting balanced time perspective. Conclusion: The association between intrusive rumination and PTSD was partially mediated by the balanced time perspective.

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intrusive rumination, balanced time perspective, post-traumatic stress disorder

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Zhang Mengxin, Ye Zilan, The relationship between intrusive rumination and post-traumatic stress disorder: the mediating role of balanced time perspective. Advances in Educational Technology and Psychology (2022) Vol. 6: 55-62. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.23977/aetp.2022.061107.

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