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Introduction to Community Psychology

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Community Psychology

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A branch of psychology focused on the relationships of individuals within communities and the wider society.

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Empowerment

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A social action process through which individuals, communities, and organizations gain mastery over their affairs.

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Ecological Systems Theory

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A theory introduced by Urie Bronfenbrenner that describes how individuals' environments are structured in multiple layers of influences.

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Prevention

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Efforts to reduce the occurrence of negative outcomes within a community through proactive measures.

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Sense of Community

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A feeling that members have of belonging and being part of something greater than themselves.

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Social Support

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The perception or reality that one is cared for, has assistance from others, and is part of a supportive social network.

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Capacity Building

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Increasing the skills, resources, and abilities of individuals and communities to address their own needs.

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Systemic Change

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Alteration of structures and processes in a system that shapes the behavior of groups and individuals within it.

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Community Development

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A process where community members come together to collectively work on issues that affect their wellbeing.

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Social Capital

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The networks, norms, and trust that enable participants to act together more effectively to pursue shared objectives.

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Participatory Action Research

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An approach to research in communities that emphasizes participation and action from community members.

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Advocacy

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Acting or speaking out on behalf of someone’s interests or to support a cause or policy.

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Resilience

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The ability of individuals or communities to recover from adversity and maintain or regain functionality.

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Social Justice

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The fair distribution of resources, opportunities, and privileges within a society.

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Ecological Levels of Analysis

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A framework used for understanding an individual or behavior in the context of the multiple systems that influence them.

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Self-Help Groups

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Voluntary associations of people who share a common desire to overcome psychological disorder or improve their well-being.

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Community Organizing

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A method of bringing people together to address systemic community issues and build collective power.

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Cultural Competence

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The ability to understand, appreciate, and interact with individuals from cultures or belief systems different from one's own.

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Asset-Based Community Development

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A methodology for sustainable community-driven development which focuses on community's strengths and potentials rather than its deficiencies.

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Program Evaluation

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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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