The use of coping strategies in response to stressful situations.

Awareness, Relaxation, Meditation, Music, Pets, Interpersonal communication with caring other

Maladaptive responses to stressors from the internal or external environment, evidenced by thoughts, feelings and behaviors that are incongruent with local and cultural norms

The successful adaptation to stressors from the internal or external environment, evidenced by thoughts, feelings and behaviors that are age appropriate and congruent with cultural norms

A diffuse apprehension that is vague in nature and is associated with feelings of uncertainty and helplessness.