Coping strategies
| All (n=105) | Males (n=44) | Females (n=61) | Significance | Effect size | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Being social | 3.3 (0.8) | 3.0 (0.8) | 3.6 (0.7) | 0.01 | −0.8 |
| Seeking diversion | 3.1 (0.7) | 3.1 (0.6) | 3.0 (0.7) | NS | 0.2 |
| Ventilating negative feelings | 3.7 (0.6) | 3.8 (0.6) | 3.7 (0.7) | NS | 0.2 |
| Developing self-reliance | 3.8 (0.5) | 3.8 (0.5) | 3.9 (0.5) | NS | −0.2 |
| Solving family problems | 2.8 (0.7) | 2.6 (0.7) | 3.0 (0.7) | 0.01 | −0.6 |
| ACOPE total score | 3.4 (0.4) | 3.3 (0.4) | 3.4 (0.4) | NS | −0.3 |
Mean scores (SD) for males and females on the ACOPE subscale and total scores.
Data are mean and SD. p Value >0.05=NS. Effect size Cohen's d.
ACOPE, Adolescent Coping Orientation for Problem Experiences; NS, non-significant.