From Fear to Resilience (häftad, eng)

Evidence-based strategies for sustaining civic engagement without political burnout Nearly three quarters of Americans identify politics as a major source of stress, according to the American Psychological Association. From Fear to Resilience: Managing Political Stress in a Polarized America examines political anxiety as a civic problem, not merely a personal one.

Drawing on political science, psychology, and stress research, Jayme Renfro provides a nonpartisan, research-driven framework for understanding and addressing the toll of polarization. From Fear to Resilience blends empirical research with actionable guidance: Research-based tools for recognizing and managing the physiological and psychological effects of political stress on daily well-beingStrategies for maintaining sustained civic participation without experiencing burnout, anxiety, or deteriorating social relationshipsCommunity-building frameworks that foster collective resilience and support networks within politically divided environmentsAnalysis of how political polarization affects physical health, mental health, and interpersonal connections, grounded in social science researchPractical mental wellness approaches that treat political engagement as beneficial while mitigating its negative consequences Designed for academics and practitioners in political science, psychology, and sociology, as well as politically engaged adults seeking research-based solutions, this book serves as both a course text for political behavior and civic engagement programs and a practical guide for nonprofit leaders, public servants, and anyone committed to healthy democratic participation.

Format	Häftad
Omfång	240 sidor
Språk	Engelska
Förlag	John Wiley & Sons Inc
Utgivningsdatum	2026-08-10
ISBN	9781394382828