Question

joseph has been experiencing financial problems associated with his recent divorce. he was able to save $300 from his tips, but because he could not pay off his bills, he decided to purchase a flat - screen television to help him take his mind off of his stress. this is an example of ______ coping. problem - minded emotion - focused problem - focused social - focused

Explanation:

Emotion - focused coping aims to manage emotional responses to stress rather than solving the problem directly. Joseph's purchase of a TV to take his mind off stress (an emotional response) fits this. Problem - focused would address the bills (the problem). Problem - minded and social - focused are not standard coping terms in this context.

Answer:

emotion - focused