Lomonosov Psychology Journal
ISSN 0137-0936
eISSN 2309-9852
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ISSN 0137-0936
eISSN 2309-9852

Article

Bityutskaya E.V. (2011). Modern approaches to the research of coping with the difficult life situations. The Moscow University Psychology Bulletin, 1, 100-111

Abstract

The issue provides the overview of modern approaches to the definition and research of coping with difficult life situations. The article highlights the problems of difference between the concepts of coping and defense mechanisms. Coping as personality dispositions and dynamic process is considered. The issue deals with the controversial issues of questionnaires’ use and other methods of coping strategies’ research. The article covers the prospects of complex approach to the study of coping. 

Pages: 100-111

Keywords: coping; difficult life situation; defense mechanisms; coping strategies; coping styles; cognitive appraisal;

Available Online 30.03.2011

For citing this article:

Bityutskaya E.V. (2011). Modern approaches to the research of coping with the difficult life situations. The Moscow University Psychology Bulletin, 1, 100-111