Problem-Focused Coping Strategy

Hard Unit 7: Motivation, Emotion, Personality Stress And Health

In the context of stress management and health, various coping mechanisms are identified in psychological research. Among these mechanisms, one that involves addressing the source of stress through problem-solving is often contrasted with emotional-focused approaches. Which of the following coping strategies best exemplifies this problem-focused approach?

Reaching out to a friend for emotional support.

Practicing mindfulness meditation to reduce anxiety.

Recognizing and reframing negative thoughts.

Creating a detailed action plan to tackle an upcoming deadline.

Using humor to alleviate feelings of stress.

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