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Developing the Psychological Capital of Resiliency

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Fred Luthans at University of Nebraska at Lincoln
Fred Luthans
Gretchen R. Vogelgesang at San Jose State University
Gretchen R. Vogelgesang
Paul Lester at US Army
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In these turbulent times, we propose the importance of developing the psychological capital dimension of resiliency. After providing the theoretical background and meaning of psychological capital in general and resiliency in particular, the authors present proactive and reactive human resource development (HRD) strategies for its development. The proactive HRD includes increasing psychological assets, decreasing risk factors, and facilitating processes that allow human resources to enhance their resilience. The reactive HRD largely draws from a broaden-and-build model of positive emotions and self-enhancement, external attribution, and hardiness. The article includes specific guidelines for HRD applications and an agenda for future needed research.
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Developing the Psychological Capital of Resiliency
Fred Luthans; Gretchen R Vogelgesang; Paul B Lester
Human Resource Development Review; Mar 2006; 5, 1; ABI/INFORM Global
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