Citation

Morina N, von Collani G. Traumatology 2006; 12(2): 130-138.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2006, Green Cross Academy of Traumatology, Publisher APA Journals)

DOI

10.1177/1534765606294560

PMID

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Abstract

Using structural equation modeling, the present study investigated the relationship between after-effects of war-related traumatic events, generalized self-efficacy, self-esteem, subjective well-being, and distress. Questionnaires (Impact of Event Scale-Revised, Positive and Negative Affect Schedule, Satisfaction With Life Scale, Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale, and Generalized Self-Esteem) were administered to 214 civilian war survivors in Kosovo. The results show a high prevalence of traumatic experiences (83%) with high psychological distress. The severity of traumatic stress was accompanied by negative affectivity and was inversely related to self-esteem. The other self-related constructs neither had an impact nor were found to be diminished by the amount of traumatic stress experienced.

Language: en