How does the severity of developmental trauma influence mentalization capacity in adults, and what mediating role do attachment styles play in this relationship?

1. Introduction 1.1 Research Background 1.2 Research Objectives 1.3 Structure of the Study 2. Developmental Trauma and Its Impact 2.1 Definition and Types of Developmental Trauma 2.2 Long-term Psychological Effects 2.3 Overview of Trauma Severity 3. Understanding Mentalization Capacity 3.1 Definition and Importance 3.2 Factors Influencing Mentalization 3.3 Assessment Methods 4. Relationship Between Trauma and Mentalization 4.1 Recent Findings 4.2 Influences of Trauma Severity 4.3 Mechanisms of Impact 5. Attachment Styles Overview 5.1 Definition and Types 5.2 Development of Attachment Styles 5.3 Assessment in Adults 6. Role of Attachment Styles in Trauma 6.1 Correlation with Developmental Trauma 6.2 Influence on Mental Health Outcomes 6.3 Modifying Effects on Relationships 7. Mediating Role of Attachment Styles 7.1 Conceptual Framework 7.2 Analysis of Mediating Effects 7.3 Case Studies 8. Conclusion and Implications 8.1 Summary of Findings 8.2 Theoretical Implications 8.3 Recommendations for Future Research