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. 2014 Oct 1;5:10.3402/ejpt.v5.23970. doi: 10.3402/ejpt.v5.23970

Table 3.

Cognitive, behavioral and existential components of adaptive capacities promoting resilience in communities

Components

Adaptive capacity Cognitive Behavioral Existential
Social capital Perceived social support. Received social support.
Organizational links and cooperation.
Citizen participation.
Social embeddedness.
Sense of community.
Attachment to place.
Community competence Critical reflection and problem solving skills.
Flexibility and creativity.
Community action.
Political partnerships.
Collective efficacy/empowerment.
Economic development Level and diversity of economic resources. Fairness of risk.
Equity of resource distribution.
Information and communication Trusted sources of information. Responsible media.
Skills and infrastructure.
Narratives.