Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
Coping refers to the strategies individuals use to manage stressors, challenges, or difficult situations in their lives. It involves adapting and finding ways to alleviate the emotional or psychological impact caused by stress.