Problem-solving treatment is a well researched, practical psychological intervention. The treatment is very much a here and now treatment, focusing on current difficulties and setting future goals. It does not dwell on past relationships and past mistakes. Patients are helped to gain a sense of mastery over their difficulties. There is good evidence to support the use of problem-solving in treatment of patients with depression, emotional disorders, and after episodes of deliberate self-harm. Problem-solving has been developed as a brief, feasible, psychological treatment that can be delivered by non-specialists. Much of the evidence supporting the use of problem-solving treatment has been undertaken in primary care. This definitive guide provides a hands-on manual to assist potential therapists in understandingthe background and rationale for problem-solving. The first chapter of the book provides a brief description of the theory which lead to the development of problem-solving treatment. The research trials underpinning the effectiveness of treatment are discussed in chapter two. Chapters three to seven provide a detailed manual for potential therapists. The structure of problem-solving is set out supported by many relevant clinical examples. Detailed advice is given as to how to structure a course of problem-solving. Case examples of howproblem-solving develops over a course of treatment are set out. Advice for would-be practitioners as to how best to deliver problem-solving and also guidance as to potential pitfalls are given. Chapter eight sets out the content of a two day course suitable for teaching problem-solving.
Introduction to problem-solving treatment; Evidence supporting the use of problem-solving treatment; The seven stages of problem-solving treatment; How to structure a six session course of problem-solving treatment; Other techniques to assist the problem-solving process; Additional guidelines for effective problem-solving treatment; Three courses of problem-solving tretment; Potential problems with problem-solving treatment; Teaching problem-solving treatment; Appendix 1 - Teaching aids; Appendix 2 - Additional information for case vignettes used in training; References; Index;
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