Positive dependency and virtuous cycles: From resource dependence to resilience in urban social-ecological systems

摘要: Abstract We argue that purely deficit-based perspectives regarding urban social-ecological systems (SES) and the human populations within them represent barriers to these systems' ability move from undesirable system states into more desirable, sustainable ones. characterize issues such as individual ecological identity, exemptionalism, anthropocentrism, resource dependence. examine notions found in dependency literature, where we trace roots of ideas about dependency. use this literature a spring board possibilities an antipodal notion potentially applicable contexts, what call positive Next describe two possible sources SES, urgent biophilia restorative topophilia, followed by brief discussion applying dependence challenges management. conclude with importance recognition precursor development heightened sense self place provide insights suggestions for further research civic ecology practices may enhance on investment assets contribute senses place, achieving sustainable, resilient futures.