The lesser-used term for coping mechanism is the compensation strategy. This term points to the fact that it is a mechanism we use to compensate for something. Usually, it is a compensation for a difficult situation, a period of stress, a traumatic event, etc. There are two types of coping strategies: “Problem-focused” strategies, meaning we actively target the problem and try to solve it. Second type are “Emotion-focused” strategies. With these, we try to calm down. Therefore, they serve to reduce anxiety caused by a specific situation. ¹