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Although many individuals use both problem-focused and emotion-focused coping strategies, over the long term,

A) emotion-focused coping rather than problem-focused coping usually works best.
B) problem-focused coping rather than emotion-focused coping usually works best.
C) both problem-focused coping and emotion-focused coping strategies are equally effective.
D) neither problem-focused nor emotion-focused coping strategies are effective.

Problem-Focused Coping

The coping strategy of squarely facing one’s troubles and trying to solve them.

Emotion-Focused Coping

The coping strategy that involves responding to the stress that one is feeling—trying to manage one’s emotional reaction—rather than focusing on the root problem itself.

  • Understand the concepts of problem-focused and emotion-focused coping mechanisms.
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