However, the fact remains that the “good” defense mechanisms are just as adaptive as the “good” coping strategies. It may not be such a deficiency to be high on at least a certain type of ...

Even six years after brain tumor surgery, invisible symptoms like brain fog and memory loss shape how I live, cope, and find gratitude every day.

By treating all adversity as inherently negative, we are doing a disservice to children and their ability to develop adaptive coping mechanisms that can help protect them in future cases of adversity.

Importantly, not all coping mechanisms are good – or adaptive. Many are maladaptive. For example, the development of a drinking problem is a classic example of a maladaptive coping mechanism.

Create adaptive coping mechanisms, such as humor, shared rituals, or gratitude practices. Support each other’s emotional growth by encouraging self-improvement and celebrating progress.

Full title: The results of doctoral thesis mapped coping mechanisms for academic burnout among middle school students in Estonia Kati Vinter, doctoral student of Tallinn University’s School of ...

By treating all adversity as inherently negative, we are doing a disservice to children and their ability to develop adaptive coping mechanisms that can help protect them in future cases of adversity.