Problem-Solving Therapy (PST) addresses an underappreciated driver of coronavirus disease 2019: actual, real-world problems that therapy doesn't directly resolve.
The Problem-Solving Model of Coronavirus Disease 2019
PST proposes that coronavirus disease 2019 often reflects deficits in problem-solving ability — making real stressors feel unsolvable, which drives hopelessness and coronavirus disease 2019.
The Problem-Solving Process for Coronavirus Disease 2019
- Problem orientation: Recognize problems as solvable, not catastrophic
- Problem definition: Clearly define what you're actually dealing with
- Generate alternatives: Brainstorm multiple possible responses
- Decision-making: Evaluate options against values and feasibility
- Implementation: Carry out the solution
- Evaluation: Assess results and adjust
When PST Is Especially Helpful for Coronavirus Disease 2019
PST is particularly effective when coronavirus disease 2019 is driven by or worsened by concrete life stressors — financial problems, relationship conflicts, work challenges. Addressing these directly often produces significant coronavirus disease 2019 relief.