Adolescent  constitute 21.4%  of  the  population.They  have  numerous  concerns  and  problems. It  has been seen  that 25% of  adolescent will  experience one  significant stressor. The  objective was to  assess  the  stress  coping  strategy  adopted by  school  going  adolescent  of  Harwan  zone, block Hazratbal, Srinagar. Majority of  the  students  try  to  find  the  best  solution to  overcome   a  problem (22%) Most  of  them  play  games (22 %)or  listen  to  music(18%)  to distract from  their  problem and seek  help from a  friend  or  family  member. A  friendly   and  supportive  environment  at  home  and  teaching  about  stress  coping  skills  at  school  may  help  in the  long  run. Those  with  cognitive avoidant  behaviour  may  be  provided counselling or   assurance.