Positive psychology made practical: A case study with naval specialists

Abstract

The literature on psychological resilience provides significant theoretical developments to understand and enhance the health and well-being of individuals. This article presents a case study of the implementation of an interview model, using concepts from resilience literature, to deal with the annual mental health screening of a group of naval specialists. The model is based in a salutogenic approach and aims to recognize the depth of experience of the human existence and to enhance physical and mental health, as well as general coping, to promote the well-being of individuals. Copyright © by Association of Military Surgeons of U.S., 2008.