The aim of the study is to develop a biopsychosocial model that depicts the dynamics and interconnections of symptoms in individuals affected by violence in a differentiated way.

For the first time, psychopathological, psychological, and biological data will be combined and systematically collected multiple times. A particular focus is placed on the role of social identification, the interaction of key symptoms (e.g., hyperarousal, negative self-concept, social withdrawal, physical complaints), and the influence of trauma-related factors such as severity, duration, and timing of the traumatic experience.

Data is gathered through a study design that spans several days: In addition to two initial appointments involving questionnaires, clinical interviews, and biological measurements (blood and hair samples), participants provide daily information about their psychological state, social context, and potential stressors for a period of three weeks via a specially designed smartphone app. This approach results in a differentiated dataset that enables the analysis of individual patterns of symptom development and the identification of key influencing factors.

The study thus contributes to a deeper understanding of complex trauma outcomes and establishes an empirical foundation for the future development of more differentiated diagnostic models and personalized therapeutic approaches.