Relationships between executive function, mentalization and earthquake-related stress reactions in adults

This study highlights the relationship between two important neurocognitive components and post-traumatic stress symptoms in adults. The results suggest that higher EF and optimal mentalizing may be related to better coping with prolonged post-disaster challenges. Interventions such as targeted cognitive training and mentalization-based strategies could be explored in future research to examine their potential for reducing vulnerability to chronic stress reactions.