Community Psychology Concepts and Core Values

A set of flashcards encompassing key concepts and core values in Community Psychology to aid in exam preparation.

Community Psychology

A branch of psychology that focuses on the relationships of individuals with communities and societies, seeking to enhance quality of life.

Ecological Perspective

A viewpoint in psychology that emphasizes understanding human behavior in the context of individuals' environments.

First-order change

Change that alters, rearranges, or replaces individual members of a group.

Second-order change

Change that alters shared goals, roles, rules, and power relationships within a group.

Context

The encapsulating environments within which an individual lives, influencing personal life and social interactions.

Assessment of Community Problems

The assessment process in community psychology focuses on understanding the significance of the context in which individuals operate.

Assumptions in Community Psychology

Problems are better understood when considering the importance of persons and their contexts.

Sense of Community

Perception of belongingness and mutual commitment among individuals in a collective unity.

Empowerment

The enhancement of people's ability to control their own lives and participate in decision-making processes.

Social Justice

The fair and equitable allocation of resources and opportunities among all members of society.

Citizen Participation

Involvement of community members in decision-making processes, emphasizing democratic participation.

Collaboration

Working together with community members to utilize local strengths and resources in psychological practice.

Respect for Human Diversity

Recognizing and honoring the variety of social identities and communities based on various characteristics.

Distributive Justice

Concerned with how resources are allocated among individuals in a community.

Procedural Justice

Focuses on fair and inclusive processes used to reach decisions affecting a community.

Empirical Grounding

The process of basing community action on empirical research findings to enhance effectiveness.

William P. McCorkle

An example of a community psychologist mentioned in the lecture, instrumental in applying ecological perspectives.

Community Strengths

The existing resources and relationships within a community that can be leveraged for improvement.

Community Prevention Programs

Initiatives that aim to enhance wellness by focusing on child development and family functions.

Qualitative Research Methods

Research methods that involve non-numeric data, used to understand community and social dynamics.

Quantitative Research Methods

Research methods that involve numerical data, often used for statistical analysis in community psychology.

Context Minimization Error

The error of ignoring the importance of environments in understanding individuals' lives.