ABSTRACT
We need effective coping skills to overcome or bounce back from mistakes. Roth and Cohen (1986) described coping behaviors as either avoidance- or approach-based. Avoidance coping behaviors are typically emotion-focused strategies that take attention away from the stressor (e.g., getting angry, yelling, isolating oneself, or ignoring/denying the problem). On the other hand, approach coping behaviors focus on the mistake or stressor and take action (e.g., seeking social support, problem solving).
