The theory of torture and the treatment of its survivors: An intervention model

✍ Scribed by Carlos J. Gonsalves; Tato A. Torres; Yael Fischman; Jaime Ross; Maria O. Vargas

• Publisher: Springer
• Year: 1993
• Tongue: English
• Weight: 805 KB
• Volume: 6
• Category: Article
• ISSN: 0894-9867
• DOI: 10.1002/jts.2490060306

✦ Synopsis

Torture i s analyzed as an institution which impacts on both the individual survivor and society at IaGe. The authors provide formulations toward a comprehensive treatment approach for survivors of torture and political repression. Interventions are focused on four key areas: (a) restoring physical integrity; (b) promoting psychological reorganization; (c) examining the multiple losses involved in refiigee or exile status; and (d) reintegrating the survivor into sociopolitical life. A critical element underlying these interventions is an awareness of and sensitivity to countemansfereme dynamics. The authors stress the need for a safe therapeutic environment in which the uncovering process can take place, and survivors can rebuild their sense of trust and security.