Interplay of post-traumatic stress disorder, post-traumatic growth, and social support among Palestinian refugees in West Bank camps: A cross-sectional study

Palestinian refugees exhibit a complex psychological landscape marked by high PTSD prevalence and moderate PTG and social support levels. Our results suggest that PTSD and PTG may develop independently in the refugee context. Social support appears more influential in facilitating post-traumatic growth than in alleviating PTSD symptoms. Our findings, thus, contribute to existing literature by providing an understanding of the traumatic experiences and social support role in the refugee context.