TABLE 1.

Reliability of the scale scores for the Brief COPE.

Brief COPE subscale	Spearman–Brown coefficient
Self-distraction	0.20
Active coping	0.47
Denial	0.79
Substance use	0.85
Emotional support	0.80
Behavioral disengagement	0.43
Venting	0.50
Instrumental support	0.74
Positive framing	0.71
Planning	0.62
Humor	0.70
Acceptance	0.65
Religion	0.81