Efficacy of solution-focused interventions with caregivers of persons living with different conditions: A systematic review

Amit Kumar, Kalyanasundaram Janaki Raman, John P John and Binukumar Bhaskarapillai

International Journal of Social Psychiatry, 2024, vol. 70, issue 8, 1402-1411

Abstract: Purpose: In this review, we aim to determine the efficacy of Solution-Focused Interventions (SFI) among caregivers of persons living with different conditions. Method: Articles published between 1 January 2000 and 31 December 2022 were used. Databases used included EBSCOhost, PubMed, ProQuest, ERIC, and Google Scholar. We used Zotero to remove the duplicate studies. Further, we used the Risk of Bias for RCTs and the JBI Critical Appraisal Checklist for Quasi-Experimental and non-randomized experimental studies. Results: Total number of studies from five databases was 2,693. After evaluating the eligibility and duplication removal, 10 relevant articles were found suitable for this review, including 3 RCTs, 3 single group pre-post, 2 quasi-experimental, and 1 each from case study, and multiple baseline designs. Stress, quality of life, and coping variables were studied. Studies compared with alternative treatments: Though 9 out of 10 studies were superior to alternative treatment, and none were equivalent to solution-focused intervention. SFI has shown efficacy on all the variables selected in the study. In these studies, the efficacy is compared with the alternative treatment, and SFI has demonstrated better outcomes than the alternative treatments. Conclusion: Based on the studies reviewed, robust evidence supports SFI as a treatment approach for caregivers. SFI can also benefit caregivers in shorter sessions, making it more affordable than other treatments.

Keywords: Solution-focused intervention; caregiver; parents; family; burden; stress; quality of life; satisfaction; coping; self-efficacy (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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DOI: 10.1177/00207640241267842

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