Research Article

Coping Styles in Patients with Anxiety and Depression

Table 3

Coping style scores (Brief Cope-28) in patients screening positive for anxiety and depression.

Brief COPE coping styleMeanSDRange

Religion5.461.842–8
Acceptance4.731.592–8
Use instrumental support4.711.382–8
Use of emotional support4.631.882–8
Self Distraction4.561.412–8
Active coping4.481.632–8
Planning4.381.622–8
Venting4.151.662–7
Self-blame3.831.672–8
Denial3.671.492–8
Positive reframing3.631.332–8
Humor3.311.722–8
Behavioral disengagement3.311.462–8
Substance abuse2.541.202–7