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social science subjects > health and social care > health psychology > epidemiology of risk and protective factors > hardiness and health
... > social science subjects > psychology > applied psychology > health psychology > epidemiology of risk and protective factors > hardiness and health
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hardiness and health  

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  • Hardiness is a set of attitudes and skills that promote resiliency under stressful circumstances by enhancing performance, leadership, morale, and health (e.g., Maddi, 2002). The HardiAttitudes® are the 3Cs of commitment, control, and challenge (Maddi & Kobasa, 1984). [Source: Encyclopedia of Health and Behavior; Hardiness and Health]

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