Page No 11-26
Jaseel C K
Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi
Surya M
Vinayaka Mission’s Research Foundation
M Rejoyson Thangal
Pondicherry University
The study is an exploration of post traumatic growth experiences among divorcees.
Although PTG has been studied in various settings, disruption of marital affairs has not
been the subject of rigorous investigation in PTG. Especially, in the Indian context,
where divorces have several social meanings and consequences unlike its manifestation
in western countries, a study on PTG in this population would contribute to the theoretical
framework at large and have social implications for an often-overlooked group in the
society. A total of 10 participants were interviewed and the transcripts were analysed
using Thematic Analysis, which generated 2 major themes and 10 subthemes. From
the analysis, enhanced interpersonal relationships, changed perceptions about love,
better management of emotions, prioritization of self, and better character strengths
was found to be the most prominent positive shifts in the lives of divorcees. Factors
like good relationships, professional support, work engagement, and time, were identified
as facilitating PTG in the population. The insights garnered by the research have the
potential to feed into intervention programs and policies for the empowerment and
wellbeing of the population.