An investigation into the complex world of aversive fantasies
DClinPsych Thesis
Tam, T. 2024. An investigation into the complex world of aversive fantasies. DClinPsych Thesis Canterbury Christ Church University Salomons Institute of Applied Psychology
Authors | Tam, T. |
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Type | DClinPsych Thesis |
Qualification name | Doctor of Clinical Psychology |
Abstract | Objective: The presence of violent fantasy (VF) has been seen as one of the risk factors for aggression in the past decades. This study aimed to summarise how VF is understood and related to its associated factors. Method: A systematic search was conducted on three electronic databases in October 2023. Fourteen quantitative papers were critically appraised with three quality assessment tools. Results: The definition of VF was illustrated by two themes (textual descriptions and functions). The findings were summarised into three themes: (risk of aggression, cognitive Conclusions: VF is considered a cognitive rehearsal of mental images about hurting others or oneself, to escape from stressful situations. VF might not be the best indicator of aggression. The heterogeneity of measures and conceptual overlapping with cognitive functions suggested that VF remains poorly understood. The correlates of VF with psychological distress suggested a need for further investigation into vivid and continuous fantasies. |
Keywords | Violent fantasies; Aggression; Psychopathology; Suicide; Rumination |
Year | 2024 |
File | File Access Level Open |
Supplemental file | File Access Level Restricted |
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Deposited | 23 Sep 2024 |
https://repository.canterbury.ac.uk/item/991x6/an-investigation-into-the-complex-world-of-aversive-fantasies
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