An exploratory study on coping mechanisms used by South African coloured adolescents

Includes abstract. === Includes bibliographical references (leaves 64-78). === This study shows very clearly that adolescents from these particular demographic do not have the necessary skills or resources needed to cope with daily stressors in an adaptive manner. It also illuminates the lack of ade...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Wesso, Nadia
Other Authors: Louw, Johann
Format: Dissertation
Language:English
Published: University of Cape Town 2014
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Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/11427/3846
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Summary:Includes abstract. === Includes bibliographical references (leaves 64-78). === This study shows very clearly that adolescents from these particular demographic do not have the necessary skills or resources needed to cope with daily stressors in an adaptive manner. It also illuminates the lack of adequate guidance and support for adolescents from school and family. It was suggested that life skills programs be implemented, for instance, in schools that adequately guide students in the use of adaptive coping mechanisms.