School Mental Health Collaborative

UC Santa Barbara

Gevirtz Graduate School Education

What is the Covitality Principle?

Cultivating a positive personal mindset is a journey that involves multiple interconnected elements. For instance, when a teacher or friend helps a student solve a challenging math problem, the student experiences a surge of appreciation for the support they receive. This feeling of gratitude enhances their sense of self-efficacy, leading to the realization, "I can do this!"

The covitality principle emphasizes the significant developmental benefits that arise from harnessing and integrating all the psychological strengths and competencies of young people. When these strengths are combined, their overall impact is greater than the sum of each strength individually.

NEW SEHS-S-2020 Administration Resource

The SEHS-S-2020 is now available in a standardized online format for administration, which includes features for scoring and tracking responses over time. To enhance accessibility, the SEHS-S-2020 is offered royalty-free, allowing it to be available at a reduced cost for individual student use.

The whole is greater than the sum of its parts