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Luthar, Suniya S.; Cicchetti, Dante; Becker, Bronwyn – Child Development, 2000
Presents a critical appraisal of resilience, a construct connoting the maintenance of positive adaptation by individuals despite significant adversity. Addresses common criticisms, proposes solutions for those considered legitimate, and clarifies misunderstandings surrounding less valid criticisms. Concludes that work on resilience possesses…
Descriptors: At Risk Persons, Children, Competence, Definitions