Psychology definitions

Question 1

Coping

Answer 1

The methods a person uses to deal with stressful situations.

These may help a person face a situation, take action and be flexible and persistent in solving problems.

Question 2

Coping strategies

Answer 2

The specific efforts both behavioral and psychological that people use to tolerate, reduce, or minimize stressful events.

Question 3

Coping skills

Answer 3

A characteristic or behavioral pattern that enhances a persons adaptation.

Question 4

Coping flexibility

Answer 4

The ability to discontinue an ineffective coping strategy and to implement an alternative coping strategy.