Activity 1: Coping Reflection Map

Instructions

Think about a recent academic situation that felt stressful or challenging. This could include:

• preparing for an exam
• managing several deadlines
• receiving feedback on an assignment
• working on a group project
• feeling overwhelmed by academic workload

Complete the activity  by answering the following questions:

1. What happened?
   Briefly describe the situation.
2. How did you respond?
   Write down what you did to cope with the situation.
3. Did it help in the short term?
   Did the strategy reduce stress immediately?
4. Did it help in the long term?
   Did it help you deal effectively with the situation?

Alternative coping strategy
Write one strategy you could try next time in a similar situation.