Objective: The aim of this study was to explore the coping strategies among adolescents in different identity status based on Marcia theory in Tehran. Method: Four hundred sixty- seven adolescents (235 girls and 232 boys) were selected from four schooling regions in Tehran by cluster sampling. The subjects were the grade high school or pre- university courses. They were assessed using the questionnaire “Ego identity process” and “Adolescents coping strategies”. Findings: The findings of this study realed that, there was a significant difference in the coping strategies in adolescents in different identity status. Considering the importance of coping strategies in reaching identity achievement and solved identity crises, it is strongly suggested that coping skill training with an emphasis on specific coping strategies.