The Stress-Resilience Model

The Stress-Resilience Model explains how individuals respond to stressful situations based on their capacity to adapt and recover. It suggests that resilience—an ability to cope, learn, and bounce back—determines how well someone handles stress. When resilience is high, a person can manage stress effectively without it causing lasting harm. Conversely, low resilience makes someone more vulnerable to negative effects like anxiety or burnout. The model emphasizes that resilience can be strengthened through skills like problem-solving, social support, and maintaining healthy habits, helping individuals better recover from stress and maintain overall well-being.