Biopsychosocial Predictors of Vulnerability, Resilience, and Intervention Responsiveness Among Trauma-Exposed Populations
A special issue of International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (ISSN 1660-4601).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 October 2025 | Viewed by 653
Special Issue Editor
Interests: clinical personality assessment; first responders; trauma resilience
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The interplay of biological, psychological, and social factors profoundly shapes human health and behavior. Understanding these complex dynamics is particularly vital when addressing vulnerability and resilience among trauma-exposed, marginalized, and at-risk populations. These groups face heightened exposure to adverse conditions and experiences such as violence, trauma, and systemic inequities, amplifying their risk of physical and mental health difficulties. Yet, within these same populations, remarkable resilience often emerges, reflecting the adaptive capacity of individuals and communities to thrive despite adversity.
This Special Issue, “Biopsychosocial Predictors of Vulnerability, Resilience, and Intervention Responsiveness Among Trauma-Exposed Populations”, invites researchers to explore the intricate pathways that contribute to vulnerability, foster resilience, and inform effective interventions. We seek studies that integrate perspectives across disciplines, including, but not limited to, neuroscience, psychology, public health, and sociology, to illuminate how biopsychosocial factors shape health outcomes. Of particular interest are contributions that identify specific stressors/difficulties among trauma-exposed populations, modifiable predictors of resilience, innovative treatment approaches, and measures of psychological and physical well-being.
We welcome original research, reviews, and theoretical papers that expand the boundaries of the extant literature.
Dr. Eamonn Arble
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- trauma
- resilience
- assessment
- intervention
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