Parents reported all of the following emotional strategies to cope with the stresses and strains of caring for children and aging parents EXCEPT:

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The other three strategies (focusing on the good things in life, looking for humor in situations, and getting moral support from others) are all commonly reported by parents as ways to cope with the stress of caring for children and aging parents. Believing that one can do it all if they work hard enough is not an effective coping strategy because it can lead to unrealistic expectations and burnout.

Parents Reported All of the Following Emotional Strategies to Cope