In the context of cognitive approach to stress, problem-focused coping emphasizes:
A) managing your response.
B) managing the stressor.
C) managing the set of role expectations such that there is a good person-situation fit.
D) managing the gap between your ego-ideal and real self-image.

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Problem-focused coping emphasizes managing the stressor itself, such as through problem-solving or taking action to change the situation. Managing one's response (A) is more characteristic of emotion-focused coping. Managing role expectations (C) and ego-ideal vs. self-image (D) are not directly related to problem-focused coping.

In the Context of Cognitive Approach to Stress, Problem-Focused Coping