George Vaillant (psychiatrist)

George Vaillant is a renowned American psychiatrist known for studying how people develop and maintain mental health over their lives. He conducted long-term research on adult aging, focusing on how personality, coping skills, and social relationships influence well-being. Vaillant identified key life factors that promote resilience and emotional strength, emphasizing the importance of adaptive defenses and meaningful connections. His work helps us understand the psychological patterns that contribute to a fulfilling, healthy life and provides insights into the process of aging well emotionally and socially.