Solution-focused Group Therapy Research Articles

Effect of solution focused group therapy on depressive symptoms and cognitive flexibility of depressive disorder patient.

Depression is often accompanied by various degrees of cognitive decline, with a high incidence. Guidelines recommend medication combined with psychological therapy. Solution focused group therapy (SFGT) is a newer group psychotherapy technique. This study aims to explore the difference between SFGT combined with escitalopram and only use escitalopram in treating depression. A total of 84 patients who met the diagnostic criteria of international classification of diseases-10 (ICD-10) were enrolled into the combined group (SFGT combined with escitalopram, n=42) and the control group (only escitalopram, n=42) for an 8-week treatment. Patients were measured with the 24-item Hamilton Depression Scale (HAMD-24) and the Cognitive Flexibility Inventory (CFI) at baseline (T0), week 4 (T1), and week 8 (T2), respectively. Differences in depressive symptoms and cognitive flexibility between the 2 groups were compared and analyzed. At T2, 8 patients were dislodged in the combined group and 10 in the control group. There was no difference in the subscales and total scores of HAMD-24 and CFI between the 2 groups at T0 (all P>0.05). At T1 and T2, compared with the control group, the total scores and anxiety somatization, cognitive impairment, delay, and a sense of despair subscales scores of HAMD-24 were lower, and the total scores and subscales scores of CFI in the combined group were higher (all P<0.05). SFGT combined with escitalopram is more effective than monotherapy for improving the anxiety somatization symptoms, cognitive impairment, retardation symptoms and despair symptoms, and increasing the cognitive flexibility.

Effectiveness of Solution-Focused Group Therapy in Generalized Anxiety Disorder in Patients with Multiple Sclerosis

: This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of solution-focused group therapy in generalized anxiety disorder in patients with multiple sclerosis. In this semi-experimental study with a pretest-posttest design and unequal control group, 40 patients with multiple sclerosis were selected randomly from the MS Society of Mashhad. They were selected through purposive sampling and randomly assigned into two treatment and control groups. Then, six training sessions were held for the treatment group based on the short-term solution-focused treatment protocol for generalized anxiety disorder. This intervention was not implemented for the control group. Participants answered a seven-item generalized anxiety inventory. Descriptive statistics (mean and standard deviation) and analysis of covariance were used to analyze the data. The results showed a significant difference (P = 0.021) between the control and treatment groups in generalized anxiety disorder. In other words, solution-focused therapy could significantly reduce generalized anxiety in the treatment group when compared to the control group.

The effectiveness of rational-emotional therapy and solution focused group therapy on social anxiety disorder in students of Shiraz University

The effectiveness of rational-emotional therapy and solution focused group therapy on social anxiety disorder in students of Shiraz University

The Effect of Solution-focused Group Therapy for Pain Management in Patients With Spinal Cord Injury

The Effect of Solution-focused Group Therapy for Pain Management in Patients With Spinal Cord Injury

Effectiveness Solution-Focused Therapy Group, to Reduce Stress, Anxiety and Depression in Caregivers of Patients with Multiple Sclerosis

Background and Objectives: Caring for a patient with multiple sclerosis (MS) creates a lot of physical, economic, social, and psychological problems for caregivers and the patient’s families, which can also lead to mental disorders in caregivers. the aim of this study was to investigate the efficacy of solution-focused group therapy in reducing anxiety, stress, and depression among caregivers of multiple sclerosis patients. Methods: In this semi-experimental study, among the members of the family with multiple sclerosis, there were cases of MS in Kerman province. A total of 30 individuals, who had met the criteria for entering the study were selected by a sampling method and randomly divided into 2 groups: experimental (15 people) and control (15 people). For the experimental group, solution-focused group therapy was performed in 6 sessions of 90 minutes (1 session weekly), however, the control group did not receive any intervention. The instrument for data collection was a depression, anxiety, and stress (DASS-21) questionnaire. It was completed by both groups before and after intervention. Results: The results showed that the mean score of depression, anxiety, and stress after intervention was significantly lower in the caregivers of the experimental group than in the control group (P < 0.001). In other words, solution-focused group therapy had a significant effect in reducing depression, anxiety, and stress among caregivers of people with multiple sclerosis. Conclusions: According to the results, solution-focused group therapy is effective in reducing depression, anxiety, and stress of caregivers of MS patients. Therefore, psychologists and rehabilitation therapists can use the positive effects of this method for caregivers.

The Effects of Solution-Focused Group Therapy in Treatment Outcomes and Psychological Well-Being of Substance Abuse Clients

The Effects of Solution-Focused Group Therapy in Treatment Outcomes and Psychological Well-Being of Substance Abuse Clients

The Effectiveness of Solution-Focused Group Therapy in Ethnic Chinese School Settings: A Meta-Analysis

ABSTRACTIn order to assess the effectiveness and the moderators of the effects of solution-focused group therapy (SFGT) in ethnic Chinese school settings, we used a meta-analytic method to synthesize 24 studies from Taiwan and China. The results showed that the overall effect sizes of SFGT’s immediate and follow-up effects were 1.03 and 1.09, respectively, and were positive and large in ethnic Chinese school settings. The overall SFGT immediate effect size was large for all school levels, except for junior high schools (d = .61). The overall SFGT immediate effect size for internalizing behavior problems was 1.06, and for family and relationship problems it was .94. This study offers significant evidence pointing to SFGT’s high degree of effectiveness in ethnic Chinese school settings. Implications for the use of SFGT in school settings and Chinese culture are discussed.

The Effectiveness of Solution-Focused Group Therapy on Improving Depressed Mothers of Child Abuser Families

The Effectiveness of Solution-Focused Group Therapy on Improving Depressed Mothers of Child Abuser Families

Solution-focused group therapy for drug users in Japanese prison: nonrandomized study

Solution-focused group therapy for drug users in Japanese prison: nonrandomized study

Black Adolescents Experiences of Domestic Violence in South Africa: A Solution Focused Group Therapy Intervention Approach

Violence against in all its forms continues to be a global challenge that many countries struggle to effectively address. It is however devastating when violence takes place in our own safe havens, our homes, perpetrated by those who profess to love us. Violence is one of the most pervasive of human rights violations, denying the victims dignity, self-worth, and their right to enjoy their fundamental freedom to safety and security. This research focuses on Black adolescents experiences of domestic violence. It further explored Solution Focused Group Therapy as a contextually relevant therapeutic approach that can used to address the challenge of domestic violence with Black adolescents. A qualitative approach to research using a case study design was adopted. A purposive sample of three Black adolescents, one boy and two girls, who have experienced domestic violence were used as participants. Data was collected during group therapy sessions using participant observation, field notes and document analysis which was then analysed through content analysis. The salient findings of the study revealed four main themes namely: 1) the adolescents’ attitudes towards therapy; 2) the adolescents’ experiences of domestic violence; 3) how adolescents related to Solution Focused Group Therapy; and finally 4) the need to contextualize Solution Focused Therapy techniques when working with Black adolescents. The study further revealed Solution Focused Group Therapy as best suited for black adolescents within the South African context. However, some Solution Focused techniques and concepts had to be adjusted to fit with the African culture. The finding further provided a new perspective on domestic violence in Black communities and the value of group therapy for black adolescents. The information which has emerged from this study may be useful for psychologists working with black adolescents. DOI: 10.5901/mjss.2014.v5n16p506

Solution-Focused Group Therapy Program for Repeated-Drug Users

Solution-Focused Group Therapy Program for Repeated-Drug Users

Solution Focused Groups: The results look promising

AimTo explore whether Solution Focused Group Therapy could have a role to play in the treatment of adults with severe and enduring mental health difficulties. As demand for services increases, there is a growing pressure to offer treatments that deliver cost effective outcomes.MethodA total of eight people in two pilot groups were offered solution focused therapy as part of their treatment plans. All clients who wanted to make a change in their lives, independent of presenting problem, were welcome to attend. Pre- and post-measures were taken using the Mental Health Recovery Measure.ResultsAll participants were found to show some improvement on completion of the group.ConclusionAlthough limited by small sample size, the results suggest that Solution Focused Group Therapy may potentially offer a cost effective way of treating adults with a variety of presenting problems within adult mental health services.

Solution-Focused Group Therapy for Obese College Women

Solution-Focused Group Therapy for Obese College Women

Solution-Focused Group Work: Collaborating with Clients Diagnosed with HIV/AIDS

This article looks at the current trends and challenges faced by persons diagnosed with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)/acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). Given the lack of resources available to persons living with HIV/AIDS, a rationale for using solution-focused brief group therapy (SFBGT) is presented. The solution-focused approach builds on client resources to move them closer to their desired life despite having a life-threatening illness. SFBT is uniquely suited to facilitating positive outcomes with individuals living with HIV/AIDS. The overall aim of this article is to provide a theoretical explanation and justification of how SFBGT can effectively aid those diagnosed with HIV/AIDS to combat the obstacles they encounter. An example of a group format is also offered as a template for clinicians and practitioners.

Solution‐Focused Group Therapy for Level 1 Substance Abusers

The present study compared solution-focused group therapy (SFGT) with a traditional problem-focused treatment for level 1 substance abusers. Outcome research on the effectiveness of solution-focused group therapy is minimal, especially in treating substance abusers. In the present study, clients were measured before and after treatment to determine therapeutic effectiveness. Clients in the solution-focused group significantly improved on both the Beck Depression Inventory and the Outcome Questionnaire. The clients in the comparison group did not improve significantly on either measure. Therapist skill level and adherence to theoretical models were measured in each group to reduce confounding variables.

Solution-Focused Group Therapy for Patients on Long-Term Sick Leave

The purpose of this study was to determine whether solution-focused group therapy has an effect on the psychological health and return-to-work rates of people on long-term sick leave. The Swedish Health Insurance program in Värmland chose the sample. A total of 30 individuals who had been on sick leave between 1 and 5 months participated. Participants were randomized to two conditions after the pretest measures were completed. The two conditions were solution-focused group therapy or a waiting list control group. The solution-focused groups met for eight 3-hour sessions. The outcome measures included both return-to-work status and psychological measures, specifically the Outcome Questionnaire-45.2 (OQ-45.2), Symptom Checklist-90 (SCL-90), Pain Beliefs and Perception Inventory (Williams & Thorn, 1989), and Visual Analogue Scales (VAS). The study found that the treatment group returned to work at a significantly higher rate than the control group, worked more days, and that their psychological health had improved at the end of treatment. The difference between the groups regarding psychological health continued, and the difference in work status increased at a follow-up assessment 3 months after completion of treatment. These findings suggest that solution-focused group therapy may be useful in helping patients on sick leave to return to work. Continued research is necessary, of course, including replication of the study by research teams.

Solution-Focused Group Therapy for Substance Abuse

Solution-Focused Therapy provides a framework by which a competence-based group treatment can be provided to clients who are struggling with substance abuse and dependence. Solution-Focused Group Therapy (SFGT) both preserves the underlying philosophy of competence-based approaches and can be delivered in a group format. The other primary competence-based treatment approach in the substance abuse field, Motivational Interviewing, remains an individual approach that has yet to be successfully formulated for group treatment. There is a need for competence-based group treatment in the substance abuse field, however, since the majority of treatment agencies provide treatment in a group format, and group treatment has the advantages of providing social support, modeling of success, and inspiring hope. This paper reviews the literature on Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused Therapy, argues for the usefulness of SFBT in group format, briefly describes a format for SFGT, and provides a case example of a SFGT session.

Solution Focused Group Therapy

Solution Focused Group Therapy

Solution-Focused Group Therapy

Journal Article Solution-Focused Group Therapy Get access Peter R. Nickerson Peter R. Nickerson Peter R. Nickerson, MS, MSW, LMSW, is case manager, Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board, 1003 28th Street, Newport News, VA 23607. Search for other works by this author on: Oxford Academic PubMed Google Scholar Social Work, Volume 40, Issue 1, January 1995, Pages 132–133, https://doi.org/10.1093/sw/40.1.132 Published: 01 January 1995 Article history Accepted: 23 September 1993 Published: 01 January 1995