Authors
Vespa Anna, Spatuzzi Roberta, Fabbietti Paolo, Velia Giulietti Maria
Published in
Clinical neuropsychiatry. Volume 23. Issue 3. Pages 279-286.
Abstract
this study aims to examine temperament, character, and personality traits (at both the intrapsychic and interpersonal levels) in women with a history of CSA, in order to identify patterns that could enhance therapeutic interventions.
a sample of 88 women with a history of CSA was compared to a group of 130 non-CSA women. All participants completed the Revised Temperament and Character Inventory (TCI-140) and the Structural Analysis of Social Behavior (SASB) Form-A [8 Clusters (Cl)].
women with CSA exhibited significantly higher levels of Novelty-Seeking (NS) (p = .011) and lower levels of Self-Directedness (SD) (p = .001) compared to the non-CSA group. They also scored lower on SASB-Cl-1 (p = .001), SASB-Cl-2 (p = .001), and SASB-Cl-3 (p = .025), indicating lower autonomy-assertivity, self-acceptance and self-appreciation. In contrast, they had higher scores on SASB-Cl-6 (p = .001), SASB-Cl-7 (p = .001), and SASB-Cl-8 (p = .001), reflecting self-criticism, self-rejection, and emotional disconnection. Significant correlations were observed between the TCI-140 dimensions and SASB-Cl.
the study highlights distinct personality and behavioral profiles in women with CSA, which may contribute to self-injurious tendencies and interpersonal challenges. These findings underscore the necessity of personalized psychotherapeutic approaches that target these maladaptive intrapsychic and temperamental patterns to improve psychological outcomes in this vulnerable population.s.
PMID:
42383143
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