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1MRC Social, Genetic & Developmental Psychiatry Centre, Institute of Psychiatry, King's College London, London, UK. camilla.azis@kcl.ac.uk
Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry, and Allied Disciplines
|September 29, 2012
Summary
Resilience, the ability to thrive despite adversity, varies greatly among individuals. Understanding the factors influencing resilience offers insights into overcoming serious negative experiences.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Developmental Psychology
- Behavioral Science
Background:
- Individual responses to stress and adversity show significant heterogeneity.
- Resilience is observed in individuals who maintain positive outcomes despite serious adversities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review and synthesize factors associated with resilience.
- To explore the clinical implications of resilience research for prevention and treatment.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of factors contributing to resilience.
- Examination of environmental mediation of risks and gene-environment interactions.
- Analysis of mental, social, and biological features linked to resilience.
Main Results:
- Identified various factors associated with resilience, including mental features, social relationships, and biological aspects.
- Considered conceptual implications, prevention strategies, and treatment approaches.
Conclusions:
- Resilience research provides leads for understanding how individuals overcome adversity.
- Findings do not yet offer a clear prevention or treatment program but highlight dynamic processes.
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