Coping Mechanisms Menu

A patient-centered support tool designed to encourage emotional regulation, communication, and individualized care planning.

 

Implementation Support:
Guide • Print Materials • Video Walkthroughs

Available In:
English • Spanish

Supporting Emotional Regulation and Individualized Care

Patients navigating pregnancy, postpartum care, substance use, recovery, and complex healthcare systems may experience heightened stress, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm.

This resource was developed to support supportive conversations around coping strategies, emotional regulation, and individualized patient needs.

Included Resources

Coping Mechanisms Menu

Patient-facing support resource designed to encourage discussion and individualized support planning.

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Spanish Version

Spanish-language version supporting broader accessibility and implementation.

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Facilitator Guide

Guidance for introducing and using the resource in clinical and community settings.

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Implementation Guidance

This resource may support:

  • bedside conversations
  • postpartum support
  • patient navigation
  • discharge planning
  • peer support interactions

Suggested users:

  • nurses
  • peer support professionals
  • social workers
  • doulas
  • patient navigators

Video Walkthroughs

Using the Coping Mechanisms Menu

Overview of the resource and suggested facilitation approaches.