Abramov V. Pecularities of coping behavior depending on temporal orientations.

Theoretically developed and empirically verified model of the impact of time orientation on coping behavior through the mediation of appraisal of difficult life situation. Time orientation is considered as individual characteristic, which alters emotional attitude to time frames and determines behavior. Emotional-evaluative aspects of time orientation reflect the perception of time frames. Behavioral aspects are the attitude to and involvement in activities that actualize the image of a particular time zone in the mind. Structure of aspects of time orientation is analyzed. Past time orientation is the most holistic phenomenon. Attitudes to future and present are interconnected by evaluation of dynamics and emotional and intellectual involvement in these time frames. Aspects of present time orientation do not correlate. Its evaluation is determined by the process of achievement of future goals. Appraisal of difficult life situation is analyzed as determined by time orientation and influencing the choice of coping strategies. Past time orientation determines mainly emotional, present and the future - instrumental characteristics of appraisal of difficult life situations.