In the last year, Tabitha has lost her home and moved into a 2-bedroom apartment. Although she has very good money management skills, Tabitha is under a lot of stress.

Consider this scenario about Tabitha:

Tabitha is a 32-year-old woman with 3 children ages 4, 8, and 12. She is recently divorced. Tabitha spent the last 12 years at home with her children. She does have a college degree; however, she has not worked since she got married. The divorce took her by surprise. Tabitha’s ex-husband pays her $1200.00 a month in child support.

In the last year, Tabitha has lost her home and moved into a 2-bedroom apartment. Although she has very good money management skills, Tabitha is under a lot of stress. She is sad about the divorce and cannot seem to find a silver lining. Tabitha has found it difficult to do everyday things and she continues to gain weight. Her doctor prescribed an antidepressant drug; however, it has not provided relief.

Initial Post

Consider the following:

What stressors are present in Tabitha’s life?

How is her mental health?

How should Tabitha deal with the stressors – emotion focused coping or problem focused coping? Explain your reasoning.

What types of physical illnesses might Tabitha experience if she does not manage the stress in her life?