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psychological empowerment  

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  • Psychological empowerment is commonly understood as a mechanism by which people can gain greater control over their lives, take a proactive approach in their communities, and develop critical understandings of their sociopolitical environments. It has been a topic of study across several branches of applied social science, including community psychology, social work, public health, and community development. [Source: Encyclopedia of Power; Psychological Empowerment]

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