Adolescent Coping Orientation for Problem Experience – A-COPE

Q: How is the Adolescent Coping Orientation for Problem Experience – A-COPE scored?

Scores range from 54 to 270. Interpretation levels: Low Coping Strategy Use (54-126), Moderate Coping Strategy Use (127-198), High Coping Strategy Use (199-270).

Q: Is the Adolescent Coping Orientation for Problem Experience – A-COPE free?

Yes, this assessment is completely free. You will receive your results immediately after completion, with an optional AI-powered personalized interpretation.

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Scale Development & Technical Details

Scale Overview

The Adolescent Coping Orientation for Problem Experience – A-COPE was developed by Joan M. Patterson, Hamilton I. McCubbin (1987). It is designed to measure Adolescent Coping Strategies. The scale is intended for use with Adolescents.

Scale Structure

This instrument consists of 54 items organized into 12 factors/subscales: Ventilating feelings, Seeking diversions, Developing self-reliance and optimism, Developing social support, Solving family problems, Avoiding family problems, Seeking spiritual support, Investing in close friends, Seeking professional support, Engaging in demanding activities, Being humorous, Relaxing.

Factor / Subscale	Items	N
Ventilating feelings	14,19,22,26,49,51	6
Seeking diversions	2,5,7,11,17,33,37,38,43,48,53	11
Developing self-reliance and optimism	13,15,25,32,36,45,47	7
Developing social support	4,6,18,30,35,52	6
Solving family problems	1,12,31,39,41,50	6
Avoiding family problems	8	1
Seeking spiritual support	21,23,44	3
Investing in close friends	16,29	2
Seeking professional support	34	1
Engaging in demanding activities	10,27,40,54	4
Being humorous	3,20	2
Relaxing	9,24,28,42,46	5

Response Format

Respondents rate each item using a 5-point Likert scale (1 = Strongly Disagree to 5 = Strongly Agree).

The scale includes 9 reverse-scored items to reduce acquiescence bias.

Scoring

Items are scored by subscale, with each subscale sum representing a distinct dimension.

Total scores range from 54 to 270. Interpretation guidelines:

Low Coping Strategy Use: 54 – 126
Moderate Coping Strategy Use: 127 – 198
High Coping Strategy Use: 199 – 270

Administration

The scale is self-administered and typically takes approximately 15 minutes to complete. It can be administered individually or in group settings. No special training is required for administration.