I also need some strengths and limitations of Lazarus and Folkman's transactional model of stress and coping! xxxx
Strengths:-Unlike the fight/flight and HPA axis, this model uses a cognitive approach to explain stress especially one that we can have control over.
-Explains why individuals have differing responses to stress; There is variability.
-By including a reappraisal process, this model accounts for the fact that our perception of stress may change.
-Proposes different methods of coping, managing psychological responses to stressors.
-Used human subjects.
Limitations:-Difficult to test through experimental research because of subjectivity and variability.
-The primary and secondary appraisals often occur simultaneously and are therefore difficult to isolate in research.
-Does not account for the fact that a stress response can occur without having an appraisal.