#8 u3aos1 - coping strategies (ch4e) Flashcards
coping strategies
4 marks
methods we use to
manage stress
reduce stress
and cope with wellbeing
what two things influence whether a strategy works or not?
2 marks
context specific effectiveness
coping flexibility
context specific effectiveness
3 marks
how well a coping strategy being used it suited to:
- unique characteristics of the stressor
- personal characteristics of the individual
when is a context specific effectiveness considered to be highly effective?
2 marks
when the coping strategy used is suitable for both:
- characteristics of stressor
- characteristics of individual
coping flexibility
3 marks
the individuals ability to
effectively adjust or modify coping strategies
based on different demands of stressful situations
coping flexibility includes an individuals ability to
3 marks
- recognise whether or not the coping strategy being used is efficient or not
- discontinue ineffective coping strategies
- implement effective coping strategies
approach coping strategy
2 marks
involves the efforts to confront the stressor
and deal with it + it’s effects
characteristics of approach coping strategy
3 marks
- confronts stressor
- activity is focused TOWARDS the stressor
- considered effective long-term as people who use this strategy less likely deal with psychological issues such as anxiety and depression.
examples of approach strategy
3 marks
- accepting responsibilities
- talking to family/friends/counsellor
- taking steps to elimitate the stressor
avoidance coping strategy
1 mark
involves the efforts to avoid the stressor and it’s effects.
characteristics of avoidance coping strategies
3 marks
- activity is focused AWAY from the stressor
- considered effective short-term as it can temporarily take the individuals mind off the stressor allowing them to avoid anxiety and come back to the situation with a fresh mind/pov.
- avoids stressor
examples of avoidance coping strategy
3 marks
- denial
- procrastination
- wishful thinking and fantasy
