Social Problem Solving: Theory, Research, and Training

by Chang, Edward C.

• ISBN13: 9781591471479
• ISBN10: 1591471478
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2004-06-01
• Publisher: AMERICAN PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION

Summary

In Social Problem Solving: Theory, Research, and Training, readers will find a nice balance of theory and research in social problem solving as well as practical methods and training approaches. Because of the widespread relevance of social problem solving, this book is written not only for researchers and mental health practitioners but also for students and other readers who would like to maximize their effectiveness and success in dealing with real and complex problems in everyday living.

Table of Contents

Contributors	p. ix
Foreword	p. xi
Preface	p. xv
Introduction: Social Problem Solving for the Real World	p. 3
What Is Social Problem Solving?	p. 9
Social Problem Solving: Theory and Assessment	p. 11
Mediators and Moderators of Social Problem Solving	p. 29
Social Problem Solving and Adjustment	p. 47
Social Problem Solving, Stress, and Negative Affect	p. 49
Social Problem Solving and Suicide Risk	p. 67
Social Problem Solving and Schizophrenia	p. 83
Social Problem Solving and Positive Psychological Functioning: Looking at the Positive Side of Problem Solving	p. 99
Social Problem-Solving Abilities and Behavioral Health	p. 117
Social Problem Solving and Mental Simulation: Heuristics and Biases on the Route to Effective Decision Making	p. 135
Problem-Solving Training and Therapy	p. 151
Problem-Solving Training for Children and Adolescents	p. 153
Problem-Solving Therapy for Adults	p. 171
Problem-Solving Training for Couples	p. 193
Problem-Solving Training for Families	p. 209
Problem-Solving Therapy for Caregivers	p. 223
Conclusion	p. 239
Social Problem Solving: Current Status and Future Directions	p. 241
Author Index	p. 255
Subject Index	p. 267
About the Editors	p. 275
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