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Coping Self Efficacy Scale

The Coping Self-Efficacy Scale (CSES) is a self-report measure designed to assess an individual's perceived ability to use effective coping strategies. 

3 minutes to complete

Eligibility

General eligibility to complete the Coping Self Efficacy Scale is any individual who is age 16 or older and is able to understand and respond to the survey questions.

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Questions for Coping Self Efficacy Scale

Questions

1.

When things aren't going well for you, how confident are you that you can

2.

Keep from getting down in the dumps. 

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Cannot do at all
  2. Moderately certain can do
  3. Certain can do
3.

Talk positively to yourself.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Cannot do at all
  2. Moderately certain can do
  3. Certain can do
4.

Sort out what can be changed, and what can not be changed.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Cannot do at all
  2. Moderately certain can do
  3. Certain can do
5.

Get emotional support from friends and family.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Cannot do at all
  2. Moderately certain can do
  3. Certain can do
6.

Find solutions to your most difficult problems.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Cannot do at all
  2. Moderately certain can do
  3. Certain can do
7.

Break an upsetting problem down into smaller parts.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Cannot do at all
  2. Moderately certain can do
  3. Certain can do
8.

Leave options open when things get stressful.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Cannot do at all
  2. Moderately certain can do
  3. Certain can do
9.

Make a plan of action and follow it when confronted with a problem.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Cannot do at all
  2. Moderately certain can do
  3. Certain can do
10.

Develop new hobbies or recreations.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Cannot do at all
  2. Moderately certain can do
  3. Certain can do
11.

Take your mind off unpleasant thoughts.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Cannot do at all
  2. Moderately certain can do
  3. Certain can do
12.

Look for something good in a negative situation.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Cannot do at all
  2. Moderately certain can do
  3. Certain can do
13.

Keep from feeling sad.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Cannot do at all
  2. Moderately certain can do
  3. Certain can do
14.

See things from the other person's point of view during a heated argument.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Cannot do at all
  2. Moderately certain can do
  3. Certain can do
15.

Try other solutions to your problems if your first solutions don’t work.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Cannot do at all
  2. Moderately certain can do
  3. Certain can do
16.

Stop yourself from being upset by unpleasant thoughts.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Cannot do at all
  2. Moderately certain can do
  3. Certain can do
17.

Make new friends.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Cannot do at all
  2. Moderately certain can do
  3. Certain can do
18.

Get friends to help you with the things you need.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Cannot do at all
  2. Moderately certain can do
  3. Certain can do
19.

Do something positive for yourself when you are feeling discouraged.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Cannot do at all
  2. Moderately certain can do
  3. Certain can do
20.

Make unpleasant thoughts go away.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Cannot do at all
  2. Moderately certain can do
  3. Certain can do
21.

Think about one part of the problem at a time.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Cannot do at all
  2. Moderately certain can do
  3. Certain can do
22.

Visualize a pleasant activity or place.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Cannot do at all
  2. Moderately certain can do
  3. Certain can do
23.

Keep yourself from feeling lonely.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Cannot do at all
  2. Moderately certain can do
  3. Certain can do
24.

Pray or meditate.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Cannot do at all
  2. Moderately certain can do
  3. Certain can do
25.

Get emotional support from community organizations or resources.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Cannot do at all
  2. Moderately certain can do
  3. Certain can do
26.

Stand your ground and fight for what you want.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Cannot do at all
  2. Moderately certain can do
  3. Certain can do
27.

Resist the impulse to act hastily when under pressure.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Cannot do at all
  2. Moderately certain can do
  3. Certain can do

Scales Similar to Coping Self Efficacy Scale

  • Stress Coping Self-Efficacy Scale
  • Physical Coping Self-Efficacy Scale
  • Social Coping Self-Efficacy Scale
  • Emotional Coping Self-Efficacy Scale
  • Problem-Solving Self-Efficacy Scale

Here are some FAQs and additional information
on
Coping Self Efficacy Scale

What is Coping Self-Efficacy Scale?

The Coping Self-Efficacy Scale (CSES) is a 26-item self-report measure of an individual's confidence in their ability to successfully manage stressful situations. It can be used to measure an individual's beliefs in their ability to manage emotions, problem-solve, and cope with stress.

Who developed the Coping Self-Efficacy Scale (CSES)?

The CSES was developed by Dr. Steven J. Stein and Dr. Dennis R. Dobson in 1994.

How is the Coping Self-Efficacy Scale (CSES) scored?

Higher scores indicate higher levels of self-efficacy. The total score is calculated by summing up the responses to the 26 items.

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