Abstract

In order to improve coping capacity and clinical decision-making. This project evaluated the use of the 15-item Coping Adaptation Processing Scale (CAPS-15) alongside RAM’s four adaptive modes (physiological, self-concept, role function, interdependence) to assess coping responses to stressors and support individualized care planning in a mental health counseling setting.

Author Details

Jacqueline Elos Wahito Kabukuru, DNP(c), MSN,FNP, PMHNP, RN, MPH/MBA -  Years of Practice as a nurse and nurse practitioner total 17 years. Areas of Expertise: Family Medicine, Urgent Care, Psychiatric Mental Health, Children, Adults and Geriatrics, Women's Health, Public Health, Management, International Health and Cultural Diversity

Sigma Membership

Gamma Eta

Type

DNP Capstone Project

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

Quality Improvement

Research Approach

Pilot/Exploratory Study

Keywords:

CAPS-15, Coping Adaptation Processing Scale, Psychological Adaptation, PHQ-9, Patient Health Questionnaire-9, GAD-7, General Anxiety Disorder Scale, RAM Model, Roy Adaptation Model, Anxiety, Depression, Mental Depression, Coping Strategies, Coping, Mental Health Facilities

Advisor

Ellen Buckner

Second Advisor

Tynea Swain

Degree

DNP

Degree Grantor

Samford University

Degree Year

2026

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Review Type

None: Degree-based Submission

Acquisition

Self-submission

Date of Issue

2026-05-20

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