Looking beyond PTH and DFM:The Relationship Model between Psychological Suzhi and Mental Health

Zhang Da-ju

Journal of Southwest University · 2012 · 15 citations · 0 references

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Abstract

Based on the literature review of psychological suzhi,psychopathology(PTH),the dual-factor model of mental health(DFM),traditional Chinese medicine(TCM) constitution theory,vulnerability(diathesis)-stress model,and positive psychology,this research aims to develop the relationship model between psychological suzhi and mental health(RM).Two interconnected levels are included in RM,namely,the mechanism level and the assessment and goal level.RM emphasizes that individual psychological suzhi,which should be included into assessment and diagnosis system of mental health,plays a core role in promoting and protecting mental health.RM also advocates that classified qualitative and quantitative assessment should be combined,and that the suitable prevention and intervention measures should be grounded on various types of the individual.