The role of creativity in models of resilience: Theoretical exploration and practical applications

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Abstract

This exploration reviews current conceptualizations of resilience and creativity, suggesting important links between these two concepts, and offers a modified model for future research and applied clinical interventions. First, the authors examine four main models of resilience. Then, an overview of definitions and characteristics of creativity is presented in light of the resilience paradigm. Finally, an alternative model, which incorporates the role of personal creativity in processes of resilience, is presented with suggestions for practical applications to therapy work and future research.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)303-318
Number of pages16
JournalJournal of Creativity in Mental Health
Volume3
Issue number3
DOIs
StatePublished - 10 Oct 2008
Externally publishedYes

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
    SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being

Keywords

  • Creativity
  • Divergent thinking models
  • Flexibility
  • Relational-Cultural Theory
  • Resilience

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