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salutogenesis

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salutogenesis (s·lōōˈ·tō·jeˑ·n·sis),
n the process of healing, recovery, and repair. The term was first used by Aaron Antonovsky to contrast with pathogenesis.

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There is a lack of inventories which also record the "sense of coherence" (SOC) for oncological patients based on Antonovsky's concept of salutogenesis.
How religion influences morbidity and health: reflections on natural history, salutogenesis and host resistance.
Salutogenesis, a theory developed by Aaron Antonovsky (1923-1994), emphasises the importance of what is known as sense of coherence.
 
 
 
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