Debating solutions: a model for teaching about psychosocial issues

David Goldberg*, Janina Szyndler

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Abstract

In the course of their work paediatric ward staff encounter complex psychological and social problems and they develop expertise in helping children and their families through periods of crisis. This paper discusses a model which actively capitalizes on the problem‐solving skills of ward staff in learning how to tackle everyday but intricate psychosocial issues. The model described is a ward‐based, solution‐focused discussion group using an outside facilitator. The aim is to enable staff to discover fresh alternatives through discussions aided by the use of questioning. The discussion starts from information provided by staff and the solutions evolve from the ensuing debate.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)209-217
Number of pages9
JournalJournal of Family Therapy
Volume16
Issue number2
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1994
Externally publishedYes

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