PROBLEM-SOLVING THERAPY FOR OLDER ADULTS

Abstract

This chapter focuses on problem-solving therapy (PST) approaches for adults that are based on the prescriptive model originally developed by D'Zurilla and Goldfried (1971) and later revised by D'Zurilla, Nezu, and their colleagues (e.g., D'Zurilla & Nezu, 1999; Nezu & D'Zurilla, 1989; Nezu, Nezu, & Perri, 1989). We begin with a description of the relational/problem-solving model of stress that represents the conceptual framework underlying this treatment approach, followed by a brief overview of the evidence supporting its efficacy. For detailed descriptions of PST therapy guidelines, the reader is referred elsewhere (D'Zurilla & Nezu, 1999, 2001; Nezu etal., 1989; Nezu, Nezu, Friedman, Faddis, & Houts, 1998). (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2009 APA, all rights reserved) (from the chapter)