Emotion Regulation Flexibility

GLOSSARY

The ability to use varying emotion regulation strategies so that they are synchronized with situational demands. Approaches may include a mix of cognitive reappraisal, catharsis, self-distancing, or suppression. See also emotion regulation.

Reference:

Aldao, A., Sheppes, G., & Gross, J. J. (2015). Emotion regulation flexibility. Cognitive Therapy and Research, 39, 263-278. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10608-014-9662-4