“Turning personal tragedy into triumph”: A systematic review and meta-analysis of studies on posttraumatic growth among suicide-loss survivors.

Abstract

Clinical Impact Statement: Posttraumatic growth (PTG) is a relatively new area of research in postvention that carries substantial implications for the delivery of effective support to individuals coping with suicide loss. In this review, we sought to offer a broad psychological consideration of PTG among individuals bereaved by suicide. The primary correlates of PTG were interpersonal factors such as self-disclosure and social support. A meta-analysis provided evidence that these factors have strong averaged pool effects for their correlations with PTG. Thus, from a clinical perspective, postvention efforts may be enhanced by facilitating interpersonal interaction skills, as they can enhanc..