The document discusses different strategies for problem solving and active coping. It suggests making a plan of action and following it when confronted with a problem. It also recommends breaking large problems down into smaller, more manageable parts and addressing them one at a time. Finally, it mentions considering multiple solutions if the initial approach does not work and thinking carefully about the best possible solution.
The document discusses different strategies for problem solving and active coping. It suggests making a plan of action and following it when confronted with a problem. It also recommends breaking large problems down into smaller, more manageable parts and addressing them one at a time. Finally, it mentions considering multiple solutions if the initial approach does not work and thinking carefully about the best possible solution.
The document discusses different strategies for problem solving and active coping. It suggests making a plan of action and following it when confronted with a problem. It also recommends breaking large problems down into smaller, more manageable parts and addressing them one at a time. Finally, it mentions considering multiple solutions if the initial approach does not work and thinking carefully about the best possible solution.
The document discusses different strategies for problem solving and active coping. It suggests making a plan of action and following it when confronted with a problem. It also recommends breaking large problems down into smaller, more manageable parts and addressing them one at a time. Finally, it mentions considering multiple solutions if the initial approach does not work and thinking carefully about the best possible solution.
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Planful Problem solving
Ex.: I knew what had to be done, so I doubled my efforts to make things work; I made a plan of action and followed it
(I think of ways to solve my problem)
(I find something to release my anger to because of my stress)
(I make ways to solve my problem)
(I consider all possible solutions just to overcome my problem)
Active coping
I take additional action to try to get rid of the problem.
I concentrate my efforts on doing something about it.
I do what has to be done, one step at a time.
I take direct action to get around the problem.
Planning
I try to come up with a strategy about what to do.
I make a plan of action.
I think hard about what steps to take.
I think about how I might best handle the problem.
Find solutions to your most difficult problems.
Break an upsetting problem down into smaller parts.
Leave options open when things get stressful.
Make a plan of action and follow it when confronted with a problem.
Try other solutions to your problems if your first solutions don’t work.
Think about one part of the problem at a time.
I look for creative ways to alter difficult situations.
I imagine myself solving difficult problems.
2 Rather than acting impulsively, I usually think of various ways to solve a problem.
3 In my mind I go through many different scenarios in order to prepare myself for
different outcomes. 4 I tackle a problem by thinking about realistic alternatives.
5 When I have a problem with my co-workers, friends, or family, I imagine
beforehand how I will deal with them successfully.
6 Before tackling a difficult task I imagine success scenarios.
7 I take action only after thinking carefully about a problem.
8 I imagine myself solving a difficult problem before I actually have to face it.
9 I address a problem from various angles until I find the appropriate action.
10 When there are serious misunderstandings with co-workers, family members or
friends, I practice before how I will deal with them.
11 I think about every possible outcome to a problem before tackling it
I often find ways to break down difficult problems into manageable components.
2 I make a plan and follow it.
3 I break down a problem into smaller parts and do one part at a time.
4 I make lists and try to focus on the most important things first.
1. I think of strategies to solve my problems.
2. I solve my problems one step at a time. 3. If my first solution to my problems doesn’t work, I am open to try other possible solutions. 4. I think of various ways to solve a problem rather than acting impulsively. 5. If I encounter a difficult problem, I break it down into smaller manageable parts. 6. I make lists and try to prioritize the most important things first. 7. I think hard about what steps to take. 8. I find creative ways to cope with difficult situations. 9. I always face my problems. 10. I address a problem from different viewpoints until I find the best course of action. 11. I make sure that I am ready with alternative solutions if my initial solution did not work. 12. I solve my problems with realistic solutions. 13. I do not easily give up when confronted with a difficult problem. 14. I think carefully the best possible solution to a problem. 15. I do not believe that things will work out on their own. 16. I always try my best to make things work. 17. I make a plan of action to overcome my problems. 18. I prepare myself for future eventualities. 19. When things aren't going well for me, I make a plan of action and follow it. 20. When confronted with problems, I don’t let my emotions get in the way.
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