In the study of psychology, stress is understood not only as a response to challenging situations but also in how individuals cope with stressors. The psychological and physical effects of stress can impact one’s health significantly. Psychologists distinguish between different coping mechanisms to help individuals manage stress effectively. One common framework categorizes coping strategies into two main types: problem-focused coping and emotion-focused coping.

In the case of a student facing an upcoming exam, one might analyze their responses to both the stress and the coping mechanisms they employ. Knowing this, which of the following coping strategies would be categorized primarily as emotion-focused coping?