12.1 Emerging trends and challenges in community psychology
4 min read•august 16, 2024
Community psychology is evolving rapidly, embracing new approaches and technologies. Collaborative research, , and interdisciplinary partnerships are reshaping how psychologists work with communities, focusing on strengths and global perspectives.
These changes bring challenges and opportunities. Balancing with community engagement, navigating tech integration, and addressing complex global issues are key hurdles. The field is poised to make significant impacts on and environmental sustainability.
Emerging Trends in Community Psychology
Collaborative and Participatory Approaches
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(CBPR) involves community members, organizational representatives, and researchers equitably in all aspects of the research process
CBPR fosters collaborative partnerships and shared decision-making throughout the study
and focus on community resources and resilience rather than deficits
Asset mapping identifies and leverages existing community strengths (local knowledge, social networks, physical resources)
Strengths-based interventions build upon positive attributes to promote change
Technology Integration and Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Digital tools reshape how community psychologists engage with and understand communities
enable broader community outreach and engagement
facilitate data collection and intervention delivery
provide insights into community patterns and needs
combines community psychology with other fields to address complex social issues