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CCI-55 Couples Coping Inventory

Couples Coping Inventory — 55-item measure of dyadic coping strategies.

Please indicate how often you and your partner use each coping strategy.
Question 1 of 55
I avoid situations that might cause me stress or anxiety.
Question 2 of 55
I back out of activities when I feel uncomfortable.
Question 3 of 55
I tend to procrastinate on challenging tasks.
Question 4 of 55
I withdraw from social situations that feel difficult.
Question 5 of 55
I find myself avoiding necessary conversations or confrontations.
Question 6 of 55
I need reassurance from others before making decisions.
Question 7 of 55
I stick to familiar routines to feel secure.
Question 8 of 55
I check things repeatedly to make sure everything is okay.
Question 9 of 55
I prepare excessively for potential problems.
Question 10 of 55
I seek constant validation from others.
Question 11 of 55
I make impulsive decisions when feeling strong emotions.
Question 12 of 55
My emotions often drive my behavior more than logical thinking.
Question 13 of 55
I have difficulty pausing before reacting emotionally.
Question 14 of 55
I engage in behaviors I later regret when emotionally activated.
Question 15 of 55
My mood significantly impacts my productivity and decision-making.
Question 16 of 55
I find it hard to stay with uncomfortable feelings.
Question 17 of 55
I need immediate relief when feeling distressed.
Question 18 of 55
I struggle to focus when experiencing negative emotions.
Question 19 of 55
I feel overwhelmed by strong feelings.
Question 20 of 55
I avoid situations that might trigger difficult emotions.
Question 21 of 55
I try not to think about my feelings.
Question 22 of 55
I keep busy to avoid dealing with emotions.
Question 23 of 55
I use substances or activities to numb uncomfortable feelings.
Question 24 of 55
I change the subject when conversations get emotional.
Question 25 of 55
I have difficulty identifying what I'm feeling.
Question 26 of 55
I push away unwanted thoughts.
Question 27 of 55
I distract myself when difficult thoughts arise.
Question 28 of 55
I avoid thinking about problems until I absolutely have to.
Question 29 of 55
I try to suppress thoughts that make me uncomfortable.
Question 30 of 55
I change activities when my mind wanders to unpleasant topics.
Question 31 of 55
I often assume the worst will happen.
Question 32 of 55
I tend to see situations as either perfect or terrible.
Question 33 of 55
I take things personally that might not be about me.
Question 34 of 55
I make quick judgments without all the information.
Question 35 of 55
I focus more on what could go wrong than what could go right.
Question 36 of 55
I blame myself when things go wrong.
Question 37 of 55
I focus on my flaws and mistakes.
Question 38 of 55
I hold myself to impossibly high standards.
Question 39 of 55
I criticize myself harshly for errors or failures.
Question 40 of 55
I feel responsible for outcomes beyond my control.
Question 41 of 55
I focus on how others have caused my problems.
Question 42 of 55
I find fault with others when situations are difficult.
Question 43 of 55
I hold grudges when I feel wronged.
Question 44 of 55
I expect others to fix problems they didn't create.
Question 45 of 55
I have difficulty accepting responsibility for my part in conflicts.
Question 46 of 55
I spend time worrying about things that haven't happened yet.
Question 47 of 55
My mind generates what-if scenarios about potential problems.
Question 48 of 55
I have difficulty controlling worry once it starts.
Question 49 of 55
I worry about things I can't control.
Question 50 of 55
My worry interferes with daily activities or sleep.
Question 51 of 55
I replay past events in my mind repeatedly.
Question 52 of 55
I dwell on mistakes I've made.
Question 53 of 55
I analyze situations excessively after they happen.
Question 54 of 55
I get stuck thinking about problems without finding solutions.
Question 55 of 55
I get stuck thinking about problems without finding solutions.

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