We definitely need to do one for that. For now, let me direct you to a few resources on our site: 412teens.org/qna/what-is-lust.php 412teens.org/qna/is-masturbation-a-sin.php
would a certain coping mechanism be "bad" if it doesn't necessarily help me or I forget to apply it in a time of distress? just a question I was curious about
There are 2 considerations in your question, and they have different answers, so we'll go with each of those: 1. "Doesn't necessarily help" - That is not a coping mechanism then. ;) 2. "Forget to apply it" - If it IS helpful and you forget to use it, that doesn't make it "bad." What makes it an unhealthy coping mechanism is if it is causing you and/or others harm when you do it.
