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Descriptive summary for coping strategies (n = 343).
| Coping strategy | Mean ± SD |
|---|---|
| Religion | 5.87 ± 1.879 |
| Acceptance | 5.35 ± 1.584 |
| Positive reframing | 5.35 ± 1.569 |
| Use of emotional support | 5.24 ± 1.735 |
| Use of instrumental support | 5.24 ± 1.756 |
| Active coping | 5.22 ± 1.554 |
| Planning | 5.03 ± 1.332 |
| Self-distraction | 4.73 ± 1.782 |
| Venting | 4.59 ± 1.184 |
| Self-blame | 4.16 ± 1.888 |
| Humor | 4.15 ± 1.724 |
| Behavioral disengagement | 3.90 ± 1.785 |
| Denial | 3.88 ± 1.791 |
| Substance use | 2.66 ± 1.235 |
SD: standard deviation.
