Resilience Model for Individuals

(source: Sven Hansen, 2006)

Linked with the above model  is the 7 "C's" framework (Kenneth Ginsburg in Sue Bagshaw, 2011) to help people deal with stress and risk, ie 

- competence (to develop skills, expertise, etc to handle challenges) 

- confidence (feeling able to handle challenges, ie think differently; recover from mishaps quickly, ie treat them as learning experiences) 

- connection (contacts that provide positive reinforcement in a safe environment so that people feel secure to to meet challenges) 

- character (understand what is right and wrong; a commitment to integrity) 

- contribution (help with the well-being of others, especially those less fortunate; a giving rather than taking attitude) 

- coping (possess a variety of healthy coping strategies; focus on the long term rather than quick fixes) 

- control (understanding privileges and respect are earned through demonstrated responsibility will help people make wise choices)