Four Perspectives on Conservation of Resources Theory: A Commentary.

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Title:	Four Perspectives on Conservation of Resources Theory: A Commentary.
Authors:	Quick, James Campbell, Gavin, Joanne H.
Source:	Applied Psychology: An International Review. Summer2001, Vol. 50 Issue 3, p392-400. 9p.
Subjects:	Psychological stress research, Psychological techniques, Philosophy of psychology, Theory, Hobfoll, Steven E.
Abstract:	The article presents various perspectives on the Conservation of Resources (COR) theory of psychological stress promulgated by Stevan E. Hobfoll. The authors discuss COR theory through a different analytical framework than Hobfoll, from the perspectives of physiology, faith, wealth, and prevention. They view COR theory as a valid contribution to the study of stress.
Database:	Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection

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Abstract:	The article presents various perspectives on the Conservation of Resources (COR) theory of psychological stress promulgated by Stevan E. Hobfoll. The authors discuss COR theory through a different analytical framework than Hobfoll, from the perspectives of physiology, faith, wealth, and prevention. They view COR theory as a valid contribution to the study of stress.
ISSN:	0269994X