Self-forgiveness-A New Way of Mental Counseling / 中国临床心理学杂志

Self-forgiveness is a component of forgiveness trait. It’s not only the response to the wrongdoing,but also a character of the individual. It can help the subjects dismiss negative emotion and inner conflict,help the subjects reduce depression and anxiety,and improve their sociality and life-satisfaction. The author has reviewed relative articles in recent years with the emphasis on exploring the definition,the factors of self-forgiveness and the relation between self-forgiveness and mental health.