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Implementing a Whole Community Approach to Enhance Child and Youth Resilience

Implementing a Whole Community Approach to Enhance Child and Youth Resilience

Understanding Resilience: A Multi-Dimensional Concept

Resilience is not merely an individual trait but a dynamic process influenced by various factors. According to the research article "A Whole Community Approach toward Child and Youth Resilience Promotion: A Review of Resilience Literature," resilience is best understood as a continuum rather than a binary outcome. This perspective highlights the importance of considering resilience as a process that evolves over time, influenced by individual, family, and social environmental factors.

The Whole Community Approach

The whole community approach to resilience emphasizes the integration of efforts across different domains, including individual, family, school, and community. This approach recognizes that resilience is not solely the responsibility of schools or families but requires a collaborative effort that involves local services and community engagement. By fostering partnerships among these entities, we can create a supportive environment that enhances resilience in children and youth.

Key Factors Influencing Resilience

Implications for Practitioners

For practitioners working with children and youth, understanding the multi-dimensional nature of resilience is crucial. Implementing interventions that address individual, family, and social factors can enhance resilience. Practitioners are encouraged to adopt a whole community approach, collaborating with schools, families, and local services to create a supportive environment for children and youth.

Encouraging Further Research

While existing research provides a strong foundation for understanding resilience, further studies are needed to explore the differential effects of interventions across various populations. Practitioners are encouraged to engage in research that examines how interventions can be tailored to meet the unique needs of diverse groups, considering factors such as race, ethnicity, and socio-economic status.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: A Whole Community Approach toward Child and Youth Resilience Promotion: A Review of Resilience Literature.


Citation: Khanlou, N., & Wray, R. (2014). A whole community approach toward child and youth resilience promotion: A review of resilience literature. International Journal of Mental Health and Addiction, 12(1), 64-79. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11469-013-9470-1
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

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