{"title":"Solution-Focused Zone of Proximal Development: A Vygotskyan Contribution to Solution-Focused Therapy","authors":"Stephanie Freeman","doi":"10.59874/001c.74981","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.59874/001c.74981","url":null,"abstract":"This theoretical paper explores the possibility of combining principles of solution-focused therapy with theories of learning and development by the psychologist Lev Vygotsky, whose thinking led to the development of Cultural-Historical Activity Theory. The similarities and complementaries between these traditions merit attention. Further, SFT has been characterized as an eclectic and constantly evolving approach, the theoretical and philosophical foundations of which are somewhat scattered. Hence, the article attempts to redefine the philosophical and theoretical location of SFT through a “Vygotskyan and CHAT-informed” lens. Since the emphasis in SFT seems to be on the identification and detailed description of the client’s skills, the author offers a new view of SFT as a pragmatic version of social constructionism. Based on Vygotsky's concepts of 'cultural mediation and 'the zone of proximal development', the author proposes a new concept, namely solution-focused zone of proximal development. The concept highlights learning-in-SFT as an optimally designed non-individualistic and expansive process, leading to empowered independence and creativity.","PeriodicalId":137801,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Solution Focused Practices","volume":"5 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-07-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"134020827","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Resilience Doughnut: The Secret of Strong Kids Bringing Resilience Into the Common Language of Families by Lyn Worsley","authors":"Tara Gretton","doi":"10.59874/001c.74993","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.59874/001c.74993","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":137801,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Solution Focused Practices","volume":"96 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-07-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"131676475","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Narratives of Distinctiveness or Similarity and Connection a Response to Korman, De Jong and Jordan’s Steve De Shazer’s Theory Development","authors":"G. Shennan","doi":"10.59874/001c.74984","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.59874/001c.74984","url":null,"abstract":"In 2020 the Journal of Solution Focused Practices published an article called Steve de Shazer’s Theory Development. This surveyed the whole of de Shazer’s career, which the authors divided into four phases, from which they distilled six axioms they believe are foundational to de Shazer’s thinking and practice. In their commentary on the six axioms there is a considerable emphasis on the distinctiveness of SFBT, which the authors are keen to establish as different, in each of its foundational aspects, from most or perhaps all other therapies. This article is a response to this particular aspect of Steve de Shazer’s Theory Development. It suggests that, in comparing different approaches in the field, it is possible to construct both narratives of distinctiveness and narratives of similarity and connection. Some arguments for developing more narratives of similarity and connection are advanced.","PeriodicalId":137801,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Solution Focused Practices","volume":"16 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-07-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"123674151","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Solution-Focused Chronic Pain Self-Management Education: A Pilot Study","authors":"Jay E. Valusek","doi":"10.59874/001c.74978","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.59874/001c.74978","url":null,"abstract":"Roughly one out of every three adults in the U.S. today has chronic pain. For this reason, the U.S. government recently issued a National Pain Strategy that advocates, among other things, the education of patients in proactive selfmanagement techniques. To evaluate the efficacy of Solution-Focused Chronic Pain Management (SFCPM)—a new outpatient psychoeducational program based on Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)—a pilot study was conducted in Longmont, Colorado. Five self-report assessments were administered. Due to the small sample size (n = 12), only percent changes from baseline to follow-up were calculated. Improvements were noted in quality of life (41.4%), pain self-efficacy (22%), hope (16%), mental well-being (9.3%), and problem disengagement (12.3%). Initial results suggest that more rigorous investigation may be warranted. The solution-focused model offers a personalized, empowering alternative to more problem-focused approaches. Instead of fixating on what’s wrong, participants focus on what’s right with their bodies, minds, and lives—despite chronic pain.","PeriodicalId":137801,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Solution Focused Practices","volume":"19 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-07-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"116951741","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Validation of Solution Building Inventory in the Turkish Population","authors":"Ümüt Arslan, Sinan Okur, Sara Smock Jordan","doi":"10.59874/001c.74977","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.59874/001c.74977","url":null,"abstract":"This study aims to adapt Solution Building Inventory (SBI) to Turkish and examine its psychometric properties. The study group consisted of 278 individuals (195 females and 83 males), whose age range was between 18 and 23 years old. Solution Building Inventory, Dispositional Hope Scale, and Positive and Negative Affect Scale were used as measurements. The results of the exploratory factor analysis showed the suitability of the data for factor analysis and revealed a two-factor structure explaining 49.38% of the total variance. Confirmatory factor analysis findings showed that the model had a good fit in the 11-item and two-dimensional structure of the scale. Besides, the correlation coefficients of the relationship between the SBI and other scales were expectedly provided equivalent and convergent validity. In reliability analyzes, the Cronbach alpha internal consistency coefficient of the scale was found to be .85 for the scale in general, while it was calculated as .78 for the supporting solutions sub-dimension and .85 for the creating solutions sub-dimension. As a result, SBI is a measurement tool with proven validity and reliability in Turkish.","PeriodicalId":137801,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Solution Focused Practices","volume":"154 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-07-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"122600727","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Creating a Common Language: How Solution Focused Brief Therapy Reflects Current Principles of Change and Common Factors","authors":"B. Kort, Adam S. Froerer, Cecil Walker","doi":"10.59874/001c.74980","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.59874/001c.74980","url":null,"abstract":"The common factors and mechanisms of change have been investigated across many disciplines and in many fields. This study applies the common factors to Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) through a modified content analysis of the BRIEFER Practice Manual. Seven common factors themes are identified and applied to SFBT. The study concludes with a consideration of how this common factors approach broadens the evidence-base of SFBT and provides suggestions for implementation and application of this common factors approach.","PeriodicalId":137801,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Solution Focused Practices","volume":"1 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-07-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"129084314","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Solution Planner: How to Create the Life You Desire One Solution at a Time by Erica Bowen","authors":"Matthew Selman","doi":"10.59874/001c.74992","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.59874/001c.74992","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":137801,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Solution Focused Practices","volume":"29 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"121594179","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Connective Clarity: When Horses Invite You to Take Up Authentic, Solution Focused Leadership by Wendy Van Den Bulck","authors":"Karen De Waele","doi":"10.59874/001c.74990","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.59874/001c.74990","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":137801,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Solution Focused Practices","volume":"7 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"133230031","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Solution-Focused Brief Therapy With Families by Thorana S Nelson","authors":"Matthew B Schwab","doi":"10.59874/001c.74989","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.59874/001c.74989","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":137801,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Solution Focused Practices","volume":"49 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"131354924","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Solution Focused Interactions in Nursing: Growth and Change by Steve Smith","authors":"D. Hains","doi":"10.59874/001c.74986","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.59874/001c.74986","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":137801,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Solution Focused Practices","volume":"15 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"134633365","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}