The contribution of personal and place-related attributes to the resilience of conflict-affected communities

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Abstract

This study explores the associations between personal and place-related attributes and their associations with community resilience among individuals exposed to continuous traumatic stress. A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 1001 adults residing adjacent to the Gaza border in southern Israel (Mage = 53, SD = 16.5 years; 70% were female). The results identified vulnerable individuals and groups in terms of risk of experiencing a decrease in resilience levels, as well as related risks and protective factors. Specific life roles (parenthood), family-related concerns, and lack of social support were negatively associated with community resilience. The person-place connection was identified as a strong explanatory variable of community resilience and as a possible protective factor against the adverse consequences of continuous exposure to traumatic stress.

Original languageEnglish
Article number101520
JournalJournal of Environmental Psychology
Volume72
DOIs
StatePublished - 1 Dec 2020

Keywords

  • Community resilience
  • Continuous traumatic stress
  • Mental health
  • People-place connection

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Social Psychology
  • Applied Psychology

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