Psychosocial resilience and protective mechanisms.
- 1 July 1987
- journal article
- review article
- Published by American Psychological Association (APA) in Australian and New Zealand Journal of Surgery
- Vol. 57 (3) , 316-331
- https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1939-0025.1987.tb03541.x
Abstract
The concept of mechanisms that protect people against the psychological risks associated with adversity is discussed in relation to four main processes: reduction of risk impact, reduction of negative chain reactions, establishment and maintenance of self-esteem and self-efficacy, and opening up of opportunities. The mechanisms operating at key turning points in people's lives must be given special attention.Keywords
Funding Information
- John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation
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