Table 1 Domains and components from the new conceptual model of resilience in dementia (from Windle et al. 2023)
Resilience |
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Individual resources |
 Psychological strengths |
  Maintaining sense of humour |
  Positivity, gratitude, hope and optimism |
  Acceptance of the diagnosis |
  Focus on what you can do |
  Openness about diagnosis |
  Faith or religious beliefs |
  Live for the day/in the present |
  Comparison to others less fortunate |
 Practical approaches for adapting to life with dementia |
  Maintaining pre-diagnosis activity |
  Adapting to new lifestyle/changing abilities |
  Comfort in the ordinary (e.g., listening to music/TV/coffee) |
  Practical adaptation |
  Educating oneself/seeking information |
 Continuing with hobbies, interests, and activities |
  Participating in hobbies and activities |
  A sense of purpose |
Community resources |
 Strong relationships with family and friends |
  Supportive carer |
  Support from family |
  Contact with others |
 Peer support and education |
  Advocacy and educating others about dementia |
  Joining and being part of a group |
  Support from peers (living with dementia) |
 Participating in community activities |
  Supportive community resources |
  Religious activity |
Societal resources |
 The role of professional support services |
  Positive connections with healthcare professionals |