Table 1.
Description of PTG Domains.
| PTG Domain | Description |
|---|---|
| Relating to others | Development of more intimate and meaningful relationships, often accompanied by an increase in compassion toward others |
| Appreciation of life | Increased appreciation of life, change in priorities, and recognizing the importance of things previously taken for granted |
| Personal strength | Increased recognition of one’s strength, and ability to survive and manage hardship, often resulting in a greater sense of self-reliance |
| New possibilities | Recognizing the availability and possibility of new, or different pathways in life, and a willingness to explore these opportunities |
| Spiritual change | A deeper level of spiritual and/or religious beliefs or awareness, and/or increased engagement with existential thoughts |
Source. Tedeschi and Calhoun (2004a).