A decolonial model for the comprehensive management of psychologicaltrauma
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https://doi.org/10.18041/2539-3669/gestion_libre.19.2025.12983Keywords:
Psychological Trauma, Decolonial Model, Mental Health, Integrative Intervention, Social Justice, ContextualizationAbstract
This research paper presents a comprehensive and decolonial model for addressing psychological trauma, recognizing the complexity, diversity, and depth of traumatic experiences from a biological, psychological, social, spiritual, and cultural perspective. Through a critical review of the historical development of the concept of trauma, various types (singular, complex, evolutionary, intergenerational, and even moral) and their biopsychosocial impact are identified. The research employs a qualitative methodology that frames this review article, compiling relevant information on the subject, analyzing it in depth, and exploring new avenues for understanding and treating psychological trauma. The resulting contribution constitutes a call to move beyond universal approaches, proposing individualized, contextually sensitive, and culturally responsive care. The effects of trauma on the body, cognition, emotions, behavior, and memory are highlighted, and psychological interventions based on scientific evidence and unrestricted respect for human rights are advocated. The decolonial model is based on human dignity and social justice as guiding principles for the psychological care of affected individuals.
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