EXPLORING THE ASSOCIATION BETWEEN COPING STYLES AND RISK-TAKING BEHAVIORS IN YOUNG ADULTS WITH SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER
Keywords:
Problem-focused coping, emotion-focused coping, avoidant coping, risk-taking behavior, substance use disorder, young adultsAbstract
Objectives: The present research examined the predictive association of coping
styles (i.e., problem-focused, emotion-focused, avoidant coping) and risk-taking
behaviors in young adults diagnosed with substance use disorders.
Design of the Study: Quantitative correlation design.
Place and Duration of Study: Data was collected from April-November 2024
from different rehabilitation centres in Karachi.
Sample and Method: -
SD= 1.9) was collected through Purposive Sampling. The Urdu version of the
Brief COPE and RT-18 questionnaire were used as study tools. Regression
analysis was utilized for making the inference from the data using SPSS-V27.
Results and Conclusion: Results demonstrated that coping styles both problem
focused and emotion-focused appeared to be significant negative predictors of
risk-taking. Whereas, avoidant coping found as a significant positive predictor of
risk-taking. These findings support theoretical models suggesting that coping
styles are the critical determinants of behavioral regulation for the individuals
with SUD. The study indicates the need for coping-focused interventions in
addiction rehabilitation in Pakistan.
