Home⇛Asia Pacific Journal of Management and Sustainable Development⇛vol. 12 no. 2 Part 1 (2024)

Self-Regulation, Healing Processes, and PostTraumatic Growth Among Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse: A Multiple Case Study

Princess Marie A. Buncag

Discipline: Applied Psychology

 

Abstract:

The study investigates how selfregulation aids in processing their abuse, the mechanisms of their healing journey, and the impact of post-traumatic growth on adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse with different elaboration of their attitudes, managing themselves, and their positive disposition. Qualitative research is designed to comprehend phenomena in context-specific settings, such as a real-world setting, where the researcher refrains from attempting to manipulate the phenomenon of interest. The researcher entails a multiple-case study that focuses on the examination of numerous individual cases within a single study to acquire a more comprehensive and in-depth understanding of a phenomenon. By capturing diverse perspectives and contexts through the analysis of multiple cases, the researcher enhances the richness and validity of their findings. Data were obtained from interviews and documentary analysis. The adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse shared common experiences of initial negative emotions but demonstrated significant self-regulation over time, reframing their perspectives positively. The proposed intervention plan integrates principles from positive psychology, aiming to enhance participants' resilience and maintain their psychological well-being. This proposed intervention plan not only supports ongoing healing but also aims to inspire a positive outlook and improve self-esteem among survivors and victims’ alike. The findings emphasize the importance of social support and personal agency in the healing journey from CSA, highlighting the nonlinear nature of recovery and the enduring impact survivors can have in supporting others within their communities.



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