Ten-year-old Stanley knows that his friend MaryAnn is angry because he played with Chester at recess. The next day, Stanley invites MaryAnn to play with Chester and him. Stanley is using

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Stanley is using problem-centered coping by addressing the root of MaryAnn's anger (him playing with Chester) and finding a solution (inviting her to join them). This is a proactive approach that aims to solve the problem, rather than just managing emotions (emotion-centered coping). Learned helplessness and emotional self-efficacy are not relevant in this scenario.

Ten-Year-Old Stanley Knows That His Friend MaryAnn Is Angry Because