Southwick, Steven M.

Resilience : the science of mastering life's greatest challenges / Steven M. Southwick, Dennis S. Charney. - New York : Cambridge University Press, 2012. - vii, 195 p. ; 24 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Machine generated contents note: Preface; 1. What is resilience?; 2. Optimism: belief in a brighter future; 3. Facing fear: an adaptive response; 4. Moral compass, ethics and altruism: doing what is right; 5. Religion and spirituality: drawing on faith; 6. Social support: learning the tap code; 7. Training: physical fitness and strengthening; 8. Brain fitness: challenge your mind and heart; 9. Role models: providing the road map; 10. Cognitive and emotional flexibility; 11. Meaning, purpose and growth; 12. The practice of resilience; Index.

9780521195638 (pbk.)


Adaptability (Psychology)
Resilience (Personality trait)
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