coping mechanism

cop·ing mech·an·ism

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Definitions of coping mechanism words

noun coping mechanism something a person does to deal with a difficult situation 3
noun coping mechanism an adaptation to environmental stress that is based on conscious or unconscious choice and that enhances control over behavior or gives psychological comfort. Compare defense mechanism (def 2). 1

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This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 3% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

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