Selviytymiskeinoja
Selviytymiskeinoja, a Finnish term, translates to "coping mechanisms" in English. It refers to the strategies individuals employ to manage stress, adversity, or difficult emotions. These mechanisms can be conscious or unconscious, adaptive or maladaptive, and vary greatly from person to person and situation to situation.
Adaptive coping mechanisms are generally considered healthy and constructive. Examples include seeking social support from friends
Maladaptive coping mechanisms, on the other hand, may offer temporary relief but can lead to negative long-term