3.1.8 (3E) - coping with stress

Question 1

Coping

Answer 1

The process of dealing with stress.

Question 2

Context-specific effectiveness

Answer 2

When the coping strategy or mechanism used is appropriate for the unique demands of the stressor.
Eg. worried about exams - plan time, study, etc.

Question 3

Coping flexibility

Answer 3

An individual’s ability to adjust or change their coping strategies depending on the unique + changing demands of a stressor.
- High coping flex = less stress, anxiety, stomach upsets, etc.
- Ensures that an individual can achieve context-specific effectiveness.

Question 4

Approach strategies

Answer 4

Coping strategies that directly confront the source of the stress (eg. studying for SAC).

Question 5

Avoidance strategies

Answer 5

Coping strategies that evade the stressor, seeking to indirectly reduce stress (eg. sleeping + eating).