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APS Virtual Poster Showcase · 2020

Perceptions of Betrayal Matter in Betrayal Trauma Research

Virtual · June 2020

Poster Sessions · Cognitive

  • Lee Bedford
    University of North Texas
  • Adriel Boals
    University of North Texas
  • Elizabeth Griffith
    University of North Texas

Abstract

We hypothesized perceptions of betrayal, whether the event meets the objective criteria of betrayal put forth by Betrayal Trauma Theory or not, is an important predictor of trauma-related outcomes. We found that perceived betrayal predicts unique variance in PTSD and depression symptoms, even when controlling for objective betrayal.

Perception