Perceived Control and Coping with Stress: A Developmental Perspective.

Compas, Bruce E.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ438678

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Publication Date: 1991

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Perceived Control and Coping with Stress: A Developmental Perspective.

Compas, Bruce E.; And Others

Journal of Social Issues, v47 n4 p23-34 1991

Research on children's perceptions of control has identified both changes and consistencies in control beliefs during childhood and early adolescence. Developmental changes in coping have also been documented. Implications of research for interventions aimed at enhancing children's problem-solving and coping skills are discussed. (SLD)

Descriptors: Child Development, Children, Coping, Elementary Secondary Education, Emotional Response, Individual Power, Literature Reviews, Locus of Control, Preadolescents, Problem Solving, Psychological Patterns, Research Needs, Stress Management, Stress Variables

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Information Analyses; Reports - Evaluative

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Language: English

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