Conclusion: Moving Forward in the Study of Remote Exposure to Trauma
摘要
This chapter synthesizes the conceptual, empirical, and practical insights of the volume, offering a road map for future research, theory development, and advocacy. It traces the evolution of remote trauma (RT) from an undertheorized phenomenon to a multidimensional construct grounded in psychological ownership and proximity. This chapter highlights RET’s relevance in a hyperconnected world and emphasizes its departure from traditional trauma paradigms. It identifies persistent gaps, including the need for longitudinal research, virtual trauma studies, and culturally attuned diagnostic frameworks. Finally, it invites scholars, practitioners, and the public to recognize and respond to RET as an urgent facet of global mental health, calling for collective engagement in both understanding and healing.