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Table 4 Correlation matrix of study variables

From: Polytraumatization, defense mechanisms, PTSD and complex PTSD in Indian adolescents: a mediation model

Variables

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

1. Direct exposure to ACE

-

0.33***

− 0.01

0.15**

0.26**

0.30***

0.27***

0.22***

0.20***

2. Indirect exposure to ACE

  

0.07

0.09

0.13*

0.19***

0.14**

0.19***

0.12*

3. MDM

  

-

0.34***

0.17**

− 0.09

− 0.13*

− 0.01

− 0.14**

4. NDM

   

-

0.24***

0.16**

0.08

0.14**

0.07

5. IDM

    

-

0.43***

0.30***

0.34***

0.40***

6. PTSS

     

-

0.42***

0.36***

0.53***

7. Affective dysregulation

      

-

0.30***

0.44***

8. Negative self-concept

       

-

0.35***

9. Disturbances in relationships

        

-

  1. Note. ACE = Adverse Childhood Experiences; MDM = Mature Defense Mechanisms; NDM = Neurotic Defense Mechanisms; IDM = Immature Defense Mechanisms; PTSS = PTSD symptoms. *p < .05. **p < .01. ***p < .001