__________ coping mechanisms are means of successfully solving a problem or reducing one's stress level
a. Defensive
b. Maladaptive
c. Constructive
d. Individual
C
Constructive, or adaptive, coping mechanisms are effective because they deal with the problem to attempt to solve it and in turn reduce stress. Defensive and maladaptive mechanisms do not deal with the problem effectively. Individual coping mechanisms may or may not be effective.
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