Abstract:
This research examined perceived insecurity, distress disclosure, and social support as predictors of posttraumatic growth among internally displaced persons in Plateau state. Using a cross-sectional survey design, a total of 427 (male = 181, female = 246) participants were selected from Riyom town hall camp and Ekan primary school camp for internally displaced persons from Barkin-Ladi and Riyom LGA in Plateau state. The average respondent age was 31.53 years (SD = 7.01, ranging from 18-57 years). Three hypotheses were formulated and tested using Hierarchical Multiple Regression Analysis. Results of the study revealed a significant negative relationship between perceived insecurity and posttraumatic growth (β = -.22, t = -5.75, p < .01), a significant positive relationship between distress disclosure and posttraumatic growth (β = .27, t = 6.42, p < .01), and a significant positive relationship between social support and posttraumatic growth (β = .28, t = 6.76, p < .01). The findings were interpreted in line with literature earlier reviewed and the implications for clinical practice and research.
