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Traumatology, Vol. 13, No. 2, 26-31 (2007)
DOI: 10.1177/1534765607302278

Traumatic Stress, Family Separations, and Attachment Among Latin American Immigrants

Maria L. Santa-Maria

Department of Behavioral and Social Sciences, Santa Fe Community College, Santa Fe, New Mexico, msantamaria{at}sfccnm.edu

Thomas Cornille

Department of Family and Child Sciences, Florida State University, Tallahassee, Florida, tcornil{at}garnet.acns.fsu.edu

This study investigates traumatic stress, family separations, and attachment among Latin American immigrants. Those separated from family and those who are minors have a higher incidence of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) than their counterparts. Exposure to violence is the most bothersome event reported. Family separation has a significant effect on attachment anxiety. Marital status has a significant effect on attachment avoidance. Clinical implications are discussed.

Key Words: traumatic stress • family separations • attachment • Latin American immigrants and refugees • PTSD


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