Resilience : concept , factors and models for practice S c o tt is

CPN C S Resilience frameworks for practice unify and expand upon developmental, attachment and ecological approaches and can enable a more holistic focus on what children and young people need in order to fulfil their potential. Resilience is built upon the complex interaction and operation of risk and protective factors at individual, family and community levels. It is important to understand resilience as a process rather than a particular character trait. Three fundamental building blocks of resilience are identified in the literature – a secure base, good self esteem and a sense of self-efficacy. Attention to different domains in children’s lives – secure attachment relationships, education, friendships, talents and interests, positive values and social competencies – can help practitioners to appraise and identify ways to strengthen these building blocks. Fiona Mitchell Briefing Resilience: concept, factors and models for practice