Qualitative study investigates posttraumatic growth in adolescents, suggesting dynamic interventions for support.
Purpose: To investigate the posttraumatic growth (PTG) process of adolescents with mood disorders and non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) to inform precision nursing interventions. Method: Four rounds of semi-structured interviews were conducted with 12 adolescents diagnosed with mood disorders and NSSI at a tertiary psychiatric hospital from June 2024 to February 2025. Data were analyzed via constructivist grounded theory. Results: Four sequential PTG stages emerged: (1) conflict and release; (2) de-construction and reconstruction; (3) activation and validation; and (4) growth and transformation. Conclusion: As PTG progresses dynamically and nonlinearly, nurses should track stage-dependent changes and provide phase-specific guidance to support cognitive reorganization and personal growth.
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