Question

In two to four complete sentences, identify and describe one source of stress in your life. Give an example of both a negative and positive coping mechanism you could use to deal with this stress.

Answer 1

Stress from university. Studying and cramping in all that information for the finals is a big headache.

Negative coping mechanism- cry on the bed, go to sleep , after sleep , get a bath. (Crying releases the stress, sleeping heals the mind, often because one is too tired to focus on the subjects already. Showering to cool down then tackle the problems again)

Positive coping mechanism- discussing and working towards the problem with someone(e.g. friends, loved ones or a counsellor) , exercise(releases the tension), take a walk and breathe some fresh air.  get a new hobby (art and craft helps).