Positive Cognitive States
and Processes: Resilience
Resilience is a central theme in positive psychology and clinical practice.
It refers to the ability to adapt and grow in the face of adversity, rather
than simply avoiding distress.
Think of a time when you faced a major setback—how did you
manage to bounce back?
, Defining Resilience
Adaptation Process
The ability to adapt Includes both withstanding
successfully to adversity, adversity and positive
trauma, tragedy, or significant adaptation—not being
stress (APA). unaffected.
Growth
Moving forward despite challenges, using setbacks as motivation for
improvement.
Example: A student failing an exam but using it as motivation to study
strategically.
and Processes: Resilience
Resilience is a central theme in positive psychology and clinical practice.
It refers to the ability to adapt and grow in the face of adversity, rather
than simply avoiding distress.
Think of a time when you faced a major setback—how did you
manage to bounce back?
, Defining Resilience
Adaptation Process
The ability to adapt Includes both withstanding
successfully to adversity, adversity and positive
trauma, tragedy, or significant adaptation—not being
stress (APA). unaffected.
Growth
Moving forward despite challenges, using setbacks as motivation for
improvement.
Example: A student failing an exam but using it as motivation to study
strategically.
