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Coping--every man's war

J E Dimsdale

    American Journal of Psychotherapy
    |July 1, 1978
    PubMed
    Summary
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    This study examines coping behaviors across diverse historical contexts, revealing that strategies beneficial in the short term can lead to detrimental long-term outcomes, particularly in survival and conflict scenarios.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • Sociology
    • History

    Background:

    • The concept of coping is often associated with conflict and warfare.
    • Understanding coping mechanisms is crucial for analyzing individual and societal resilience.

    Observation:

    • Examined coping behaviors in survivors of Nazi concentration camps.
    • Analyzed the coping strategies of an ancient city facing adversity.
    • Investigated the coping mechanisms of a modern nation-state during wartime.

    Findings:

    • Coping behaviors exhibit long-term consequences that extend beyond immediate survival.
    • Short-term beneficial coping strategies can manifest as ominous long-term effects.
    • Historical case studies demonstrate the enduring impact of coping mechanisms.

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    Implications:

    • Highlights the need for nuanced understanding of coping beyond immediate problem-solving.
    • Informs strategies for long-term psychological and societal recovery from trauma and conflict.
    • Suggests that historical analysis of coping provides valuable insights into human resilience and adaptation.