Dr. Mohammadreza Moghaddasi: Founder of the House of Resilience and a Translator of Specialized Resilience Literature in Iran

The House of Resilience Iran was established in July 2015 (Tir 1394) in Kermanshah through the initiative and founding efforts of Dr. Mohammadreza Moghaddasi. From the beginning, it was created with the aim of establishing a specialized reference for introducing, teaching, promoting, and developing the science of resilience in Iran. Operating under the name “House of Resilience” and through the domain resiliency.ir, the initiative became known as one of the first specialized platforms dedicated to psychological resilience in the Persian-speaking context and subsequently developed into a specialized resilience media platform.

Dr. Mohammadreza Moghaddasi’s contribution can be understood through the connection between education, translation, content development, and the introduction of international resilience literature. An important part of this work has involved translating and publishing works by prominent international researchers and authors in the field of resilience. Among these scholars are Ann S. Masten, Nan Henderson, Bonnie Benard, Nancy Sharp-Light, Wendy L. Moss, Michael Ungar, and other leading figures in resilience research and practice.

One of the significant areas of this work concerns the writings of Dr. Ann S. Masten, one of the leading scholars in developmental resilience. Masten’s approach emphasizes that resilience is not a rare or extraordinary phenomenon. Rather, it is closely connected with ordinary adaptive systems that support human development. The translation and introduction of works associated with Masten have contributed to bringing a developmental and scientifically grounded understanding of resilience into the Persian-language literature.

The works of Nan Henderson also occupy an important place in this body of literature. Among the titles associated with her work are “Resilience in Schools” and “The Resilience Guide,” written by Nan Henderson, Bonnie Benard, and Nancy Sharp-Light and translated into Persian by Mohammadreza Moghaddasi and Homa Niyabati. The latter was published by Varjavand Publishing.

The importance of Henderson’s work lies in extending resilience beyond an exclusively individual concept and connecting it with schools, families, social relationships, children’s and adolescents’ developmental needs, and the role of supportive adults. These works therefore have practical value for teachers, counselors, social workers, parents, and community practitioners.

Another important work in this field is “Children’s Resilience: Strategies for Development through Literature,” translated with the participation of Mohammadreza Moghaddasi, Effat Heydari, and Behnaz Kazerooni-Zand. The book focuses on the use of literature and educational approaches to support resilience among children.

Women’s resilience is another significant area within Dr. Moghaddasi’s publishing and translation activities. “Women’s Resilience: Seven Steps to Increasing Women’s Resilience” is among the works introduced through the House of Resilience. This field is particularly important because women’s resilience intersects with family roles, social pressures, crisis experiences, independence, social support, and empowerment.

Another work, “Growing Again: A Book for Women’s Resilience,” was translated with the participation of Mohammadreza Moghaddasi and Narges Zamani and published by Prochesta Publishing. The book focuses on women’s capacity to respond to life challenges and rebuild their strength following adversity.

An important dimension of Dr. Moghaddasi’s work is the connection between resilience and coaching. “Resilience as a Framework for Coaching” and related works on resilience-based coaching represent an effort to transfer resilience knowledge into professional practice, coaching, counseling, and personal development. This approach demonstrates that resilience has been treated not merely as a theoretical concept but also as a practical framework for intervention and empowerment.

“Resilience: Self-Management,” written by Mary Lynn Pulley and Michael Wakefield and translated by Mohammadreza Moghaddasi, is another work in this field. The book addresses resilience, its significance, and the development of an individual’s capacity to face uncertainty and change.

“Benefits of Resilience: Stopping Stress and Developing Resilience,” written by Richard S. Citrin and Alan S. Weiss and translated by Mohammadreza Moghaddasi and Effat Heydari, is another title associated with this body of work. It focuses on resilience, stress management, and the development of adaptive capacities.

“Secrets of Resilience,” written by Russell Thackeray and Claire Cradock and translated by Mohammadreza Moghaddasi, is another example of literature addressing personal resilience and the development of a more productive and meaningful life.

Professional resilience is also represented through works such as “The Resilient Physician: A Guide to Stress Management for Physicians and Allied Health Professionals,” translated by Mohammadreza Moghaddasi and Effat Heydari. This area extends resilience into healthcare, professional stress, burnout prevention, psychological well-being, and the sustainability of professional performance.

“Art for Resilience” is another title included in the broader body of resilience literature associated with the House of Resilience. It reflects an interest in the role of art, creativity, and cultural activities in strengthening adaptation and well-being.

The broader list of works associated with the House of Resilience includes titles such as “Resilience, Resources and Discourse,” “Developing Resilience in Schools, Children and Families,” “Resilience: A Guide to Creating and Implementing an Action Plan,” “Handbook of Child Resilience and Vulnerability,” “New Approaches to Resilience and Youth Well-Being,” “Strategies for Development through Literature,” “Building Resilient Education Systems during the COVID-19 Pandemic,” and “Resilience for Children and Adolescents with Special Needs.”

This body of work demonstrates that Dr. Moghaddasi’s translation and publishing activities have not been limited to one particular dimension of resilience. Children and adolescents, families, women, schools, communities, professional health, self-management, stress, coaching, literature, art, and crisis conditions have all become part of this broader intellectual and educational pathway.

Historically, the significance of this activity lies in the fact that the translation and dissemination of specialized resilience literature in Iran developed alongside the establishment and growth of the House of Resilience. In this sense, the House of Resilience has functioned not merely as a platform for general information but also as a channel for introducing specialized scientific literature, educational resources, and international developments in resilience research.

Publishers associated with these works include Varjavand Publishing, Roshd Publishing, Sokhanvaran Publishing, Mahdokht Publishing, Shabgir Publishing, and Prochesta Publishing. The publication of resilience-related books through different publishers has helped expand access to this literature among professionals, educators, students, families, and practitioners.

Dr. Moghaddasi’s work can therefore be understood on three interconnected levels: establishing a specialized reference for resilience in Iran, translating and introducing international scientific literature on resilience, and expanding the practical applications of resilience in areas such as childhood, family, women, education, schools, healthcare, coaching, and community development.

Among the international scholars whose work has been translated, introduced, or disseminated through this broader body of activity are Ann S. Masten, Nan Henderson, Bonnie Benard, Nancy Sharp-Light, Wendy L. Moss, Michael Ungar, and other influential researchers and practitioners in the field of resilience.

For this reason, the collection of books associated with Dr. Moghaddasi’s work can be considered part of the broader history of the introduction and development of specialized resilience literature in Iran.

At the institutional level, the House of Resilience Iran represents a long-term scientific, educational, and media initiative. Since its establishment in Kermanshah in 2015, it has sought to transform resilience from a specialized psychological concept into a broader discourse connected with mental health, education, family life, social development, professional well-being, and community participation.

In this context, Dr. Mohammadreza Moghaddasi can be regarded as one of the active figures in the development and dissemination of resilience literature in Iran. His work combines the establishment of a specialized resilience platform, translation and dissemination of international scholarship, education, professional training, and media development.

The establishment of the House of Resilience in Kermanshah in 2015 marked an important stage in this trajectory. Through resiliency.ir and its subsequent activities, the initiative developed a sustained platform for resilience education, specialized content, books, research-oriented discussions, and public awareness.

The significance of this work is therefore not limited to the number of books translated or published. Its broader importance lies in creating an intellectual and educational bridge between international resilience scholarship and Persian-speaking audiences, while simultaneously encouraging the localization and practical application of resilience knowledge within Iranian society.

In this sense, the House of Resilience Iran can be viewed as a specialized platform that has contributed to the formation, dissemination, and localization of resilience discourse in Iran, with Dr. Mohammadreza Moghaddasi playing a central role in its establishment and development.