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Artículos de revisión

Vol. 6 Núm. 15 (2026): Simbiosis, Revista de Educación y Psicología

Intervenciones de Tercera Generación en el Abordaje del Trauma Complejo: Una Revisión Sistemática

Third-wave interventions in the treatment of complex trauma: A systematic review
Publicado
2026-09-03

El trauma complejo, derivado de la exposición prolongada a eventos traumáticos interpersonales, representa un desafío significativo para la salud mental contemporánea. El objetivo fue analizar la eficacia y pertinencia de las terapias de tercera generación, específicamente la Terapia Dialéctico-Conductual (DBT), la Terapia de Aceptación y Compromiso (ACT) y las intervenciones basadas en mindfulness y compasión, en el abordaje del trauma complejo. Se realizó una revisión sistemática de la literatura, se consultaron PubMed, Scopus, Google Scholar, Latindex y Redalyc y se incluyeron 15 documentos publicados entre 2015 y 2025. La evidencia sugiere beneficios de estas intervenciones sobre la regulación emocional, el autoconcepto y las relaciones interpersonales, dimensiones centrales del TEPT-C. Se concluye que las terapias de tercera generación ofrecen un enfoque contextualizado y potencialmente útil, aunque se requieren más estudios específicos sobre TEPT-C y adaptación cultural.

Complex trauma, arising from prolonged exposure to interpersonal traumatic events, constitutes a significant challenge in contemporary mental health. This study aimed to analyze the efficacy and relevance of third-wave therapies-specifically Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness- and compassion-based interventions-in addressing complex trauma. A systematic literature review was conducted, searching databases such as PubMed, Scopus, Google Scholar, Latindex, and Redalyc; 15 studies published between 2015 and 2025 were included. The evidence suggests that these interventions provide benefits in emotion regulation, self-concept, and interpersonal relationships, which are core dimensions of C-PTSD. In conclusion, third-wave therapies offer a contextualized and potentially effective approach, though further research focused specifically on C-PTSD and cultural adaptation is required.

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