Sex and gender considerations in cross-cultural traumatic stress studies

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Langevin, Rachel, Beaudette, Sophie, Wadji, Dany Laure, Chabake, Sara Abou, Gonzalez, Carolina, Jenkins, Dan, Kaptan, Safa Kemal, Lambert, Jessica, Mossie, Tilahun Belete and Spencer, Rosario. 2024. "Sex and gender considerations in cross-cultural traumatic stress studies." European Journal of Psychotraumatology. 15 (1). https://doi.org/10.1080/20008066.2024.2408194
Article Title

Sex and gender considerations in cross-cultural traumatic stress studies

ERA Journal ID210443
Article CategoryLetter
AuthorsLangevin, Rachel, Beaudette, Sophie, Wadji, Dany Laure, Chabake, Sara Abou, Gonzalez, Carolina, Jenkins, Dan, Kaptan, Safa Kemal, Lambert, Jessica, Mossie, Tilahun Belete and Spencer, Rosario
Journal TitleEuropean Journal of Psychotraumatology
Journal Citation15 (1)
Number of Pages7
Year2024
PublisherTaylor & Francis
Place of PublicationUnited Kingdom
ISSN2000-8066
2000-8198
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)https://doi.org/10.1080/20008066.2024.2408194
Web Address (URL)https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/20008066.2024.2408194
Abstract

Following the 1st Conference of the Global Collaboration on Traumatic Stress, the consortium committed to systematically integrating sex and gender considerations in their endeavours, which aligns with the European Journal of Psychotraumatology's Gender Policy. This initiative is vital for understanding trauma's complex impacts, but also presents significant challenges in cross-cultural research. This letter, co-authored by researchers from across the globe, outlines these challenges and proposes mitigation strategies. First, definitions of sex and gender are provided from a Western perspective, while acknowledging cultural differences in these concepts. Second, the relevance of integrating sex and gender considerations in traumatic stress studies is briefly described. Third, cultural distinctions and legal contexts shaping the understanding and inclusion of these concepts, with non-Western and low-to-middle income regions facing significant legal and ethical obstacles are highlighted. Methodological challenges including measurement, recruitment, and statistical modelling are discussed, followed by recommendations including participatory approaches that involve members of the community, including sexual and gender minority individuals, as possible, throughout the research process, conducting risk analyses, employing sensitive quantitative and qualitative methods, and ensuring clear reporting and participant protection. To conclude, with this letter, we hope to instigate dialogue and foster innovative approaches to incorporating sex and gender considerations in cross-cultural studies of traumatic stress. Addressing these considerations is essential for ethical, meaningful research that respects and safeguards diverse experiences.

KeywordsPost-traumatic stress; culture; cross-cultural studie; sex; gender; research methodologies
Contains Sensitive ContentDoes not contain sensitive content
ANZSRC Field of Research 2020520302. Clinical psychology
420606. Social determinants of health
Byline AffiliationsMcGill University, Canada
University of Montreal, Canada
School of Psychology and Wellbeing
Stellenbosch University, South Africa
Bogazici University, Turkiye
Aalborg University, Denmark
Bahir Dar University, Ethiopia
University of Talca, Chile
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