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Richard H Price1, Teresa Behrens
1University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48106-1248, USA. ricprice@umich.edu
American Journal of Community Psychology
|July 18, 2003
Summary
Community psychology research should integrate knowledge development with practical application. This approach enhances community well-being and fosters innovative, enduring contributions to social change.
Area of Science:
- Community psychology
- Prevention science
Background:
- Traditional community psychology research follows a linear model from basic knowledge to application.
- This linear approach overlooks the potential for integrating knowledge generation with practical implementation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To advocate for a paradigm shift in community psychology research.
- To emphasize the simultaneous pursuit of new knowledge and effective community practice.
- To highlight the importance of understanding underlying community processes for sustainable well-being.
Main Methods:
- Conceptual analysis of research paradigms in community psychology.
- Case study illustration of a community leadership development program.
- Focus on promoting collective efficacy through integrated research and practice.
Main Results:
- Linear research models may limit innovation and long-term community impact.
- Integrating knowledge development with application can yield more effective and sustainable community interventions.
- Community leadership programs can be designed to simultaneously advance understanding and practice.
Conclusions:
- Community psychology should embrace a dual-pursuit model integrating knowledge and application.
- This integrated approach is crucial for fostering innovative and enduring contributions to community well-being.
- Opportunities exist for developing more effective community practices through simultaneous knowledge generation.