Coping refers to the cognitive and behavioral efforts that individuals use to manage internal and external demands that are perceived as stressful. Two important forms of coping are emotion-focused coping and problem-focused coping, which differ mainly in their objectives, methods, and situations in which they are applied. Understanding the distinction between these two approaches is essential for effective stress management and psychological well-being. Emotion-focused coping aims at regulating the emotional responses associated with stress rather than changing the stressful situation itself. It is primarily concerned with reducing feelings such as anxiety, fear, anger, sadness, or frustration that arise in response to difficult circumstances. This form of coping is often adopted when individuals believe that the situation is beyond their control or cannot be changed easily. Common emotion-focused strategies include seeking emotional support, expressing feelings, crying, engaging in relaxation techniques, meditation, praying, listening to music, positive reframing, and practicing mindfulness. For example, a student who fails an important examination may feel disappointed and depressed. If the student