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Introduction to Community Psychology
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Community Psychology
A branch of psychology focused on the relationships of individuals within communities and the wider society.
Empowerment
A social action process through which individuals, communities, and organizations gain mastery over their affairs.
Ecological Systems Theory
A theory introduced by Urie Bronfenbrenner that describes how individuals' environments are structured in multiple layers of influences.
Prevention
Efforts to reduce the occurrence of negative outcomes within a community through proactive measures.
Sense of Community
A feeling that members have of belonging and being part of something greater than themselves.
Social Support
The perception or reality that one is cared for, has assistance from others, and is part of a supportive social network.
Capacity Building
Increasing the skills, resources, and abilities of individuals and communities to address their own needs.
Systemic Change
Alteration of structures and processes in a system that shapes the behavior of groups and individuals within it.
Community Development
A process where community members come together to collectively work on issues that affect their wellbeing.
Social Capital
The networks, norms, and trust that enable participants to act together more effectively to pursue shared objectives.
Participatory Action Research
An approach to research in communities that emphasizes participation and action from community members.
Advocacy
Acting or speaking out on behalf of someone’s interests or to support a cause or policy.
Resilience
The ability of individuals or communities to recover from adversity and maintain or regain functionality.
Social Justice
The fair distribution of resources, opportunities, and privileges within a society.
Ecological Levels of Analysis
A framework used for understanding an individual or behavior in the context of the multiple systems that influence them.
Self-Help Groups
Voluntary associations of people who share a common desire to overcome psychological disorder or improve their well-being.
Community Organizing
A method of bringing people together to address systemic community issues and build collective power.
Cultural Competence
The ability to understand, appreciate, and interact with individuals from cultures or belief systems different from one's own.
Asset-Based Community Development
A methodology for sustainable community-driven development which focuses on community's strengths and potentials rather than its deficiencies.
Program Evaluation
A systematic method for collecting, analyzing, and using information to answer questions about projects, policies, and programs, particularly about their effectiveness and efficiency.
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