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Problem solving is a method that helps people to overcome their everyday problems in a constructive way. Helping people identify and manage their problems allows them to feel better about themselves and gives them the skills to help themselves. The aim of problem solving is not to solve people’s problems for them, rather it is to help them to solve their own problems. 2,7,8 Steps in problem solving include: • Identify the problem/s through a process of discussion. • Explore the problem/s and how it/they relate to any symptoms such as excessive fear and worry. • Select one problem only (select a problem that has an achievable solution) and a goal for overcoming this particular problem. • Brainstorm possible solutions together, and once an appropriate and achievable solution is agreed upon, help the person make a plan for carrying out the solution – one step at a time. • Encourage the person to try out the solution and review the outcome. Did it help? • Tips for helping people with their problems include: • tackle only one problem at a time • take a break and think about other things if needed, some people like to ‘sleep on a problem’ • create a positive mood before tackling problems, do an activity that you enjoy such as having a laugh with a friend • sometimes it is useful to draw a picture of the problem to help understand it • divide the solution up into small steps. AN INTRODUCTION TO MENTAL HEALTH 81
Diagram 4. The problem treatment cycle Feeling better Identify problem Taking steps towards solutions Explore the problem Think of solutions and supports Identify goals Step 2 – Problem solving and listening techniques Ask participants to arrange themselves in pairs to practice counselling. In pairs, participants listen to each others everyday problems and identify one that has a potential solution and that they are willing to talk about. One member of the pair acts as a counsellor and helps the other person to think about their problem, find a solution, and come up with a plan to carry out the solution. The facilitator should try and observe participants during this exercise and provide feedback to each pair engaged in the exercise. Allow 10-15 minutes for this exercise and then ask the pairs to swap roles and repeat the exercise for a further 10-15 minutes. Then ask the participants to reform the larger group to discuss: • The strategies they used as a counsellor to talk to the other person. • The strategies they used as a person with a problem to overcome the problem (but they don’t have to mention the problem itself). 82 AN INTRODUCTION TO MENTAL HEALTH
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