A REVIEW OF EMOTION REGULATION STRATEGIES AND THEIR PSYCHOLOGICAL OUTCOMES
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Emotion regulation, the process of modulating emotional experiences, is pivotal to psychological well-being and interpersonal functioning. This review examines key emotion regulation strategies—cognitive reappraisal, expressive suppression, mindfulness-based approaches, and problem-solving—and their psychological outcomes. Outcomes explored include mental health (e.g., anxiety, depression), relational quality, and physiological health. The article critically evaluates the theoretical frameworks, methodological strengths, and limitations of the literature, highlighting the efficacy of adaptive strategies like reappraisal while noting contextual and cultural moderators. Implications for clinical practice and future research are discussed, emphasizing the need for longitudinal, cross-cultural, and neuroscientific investigations.
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