When strengths may become vulnerabilities: Reconsidering the role of social support and psychological strengths among sexual assault survivors.

Key Points

• The research aims to explore how psychological strengths can act as protective factors for sexual assault survivors under varying conditions.
• Examined the relationship between psychological strengths and symptom severity in survivors.
• Highlighted the need for matching recommendations to individual symptom profiles.
• Suggested future studies focus on tailored approaches to enhance resilience.
• Psychological strengths showed potential benefits but depended on the severity of symptoms.
• Customized support may lower the risk of revictimization and improve overall well-being.