When Bill learns he has diabetes, he feels fortunate to have a good social support network and he knows they will be helpful as he copes with all the changes in lifestyle that will be required to manage this disease.His belief that he has the resources to cope effectively is his ______.

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Secondary appraisal involves evaluating the resources and options available to cope with a stressor, which is what Bill is doing by recognizing his social support network.

When Bill Learns He Has Diabetes, He Feels Fortunate to Have