Which of the following is a healthy coping mechanism for stress listed in the material?

• A. Isolation
• B. Ignoring symptoms
• C. Meditation
• D. Workaholism

Answer: (C)

Healthy coping mechanisms help manage stress without worsening the problem. Meditation fits this well by guiding attention and promoting relaxation, which lowers the body's stress response. Regular practice can slow the heart rate, ease muscle tension, and calm the mind, helping you think more clearly and regulate emotions during demanding shifts. It’s practical, can be done in short sessions, and supports focus and resilience for telecommunicators under pressure.

Isolation isolates you from social support, which often makes stress feel heavier. Ignoring symptoms delays helpful care and can allow problems to grow. Workaholism uses constant work to avoid stress, but it leads to fatigue and burnout and doesn’t address the underlying stress.