Table 2.

Positive coping strategies of the sample compared to the norm population.

Coping Strategies	t	df	p-Value
minimization	−5.706	75	0.001
downplay	−3.778	70	0.001
deflecting guilt	−1.680	74	0.097
distraction	−1.047	72	0.298
compensatory satisfaction	1.452	74	0.151
self-affirmation	−1.218	74	0.227
relaxation	−2.683	74	0.009
situation control	−0.417	73	0.678
reaction control	−2.766	74	0.007
positive self-instruction	−5.759	75	0.001