The COVID-19 pandemic has brought unprecedented challenges to the education sector, compelling educators to seek alternative methods for providing essential support to students. One innovative approach is the implementation of an online solution-focused psychoeducation programme designed to enhance children's emotional resilience and problem-solving skills. This blog explores the findings from a recent study, "Effects of an Online Solution-Focused Psychoeducation Programme on Children’s Emotional Resilience and Problem-Solving Skills," and offers practical insights for practitioners.
Key Findings from the Research
The study conducted by Özdemir and Bengisoy (2022) utilized a pretest-posttest, experimental/control-group model to assess the impact of a six-session online psychoeducation programme. The participants, fourth- and fifth-grade students, were evaluated using the Social Support Evaluation Scale for Children and Teenagers, the Problem-Solving Inventory for Children, and the Emotional Resilience Scale. The results indicated significant improvements in both emotional resilience and problem-solving skills among students in the experimental group compared to the control group.
Implementing the Programme: Practical Steps for Practitioners
For practitioners looking to implement a similar programme, here are some practical steps based on the study's methodology:
- Needs Analysis: Conduct a needs analysis to identify students who may benefit from the programme. Use validated scales to assess social support, problem-solving skills, and emotional resilience.
- Programme Structure: Develop a structured programme consisting of six sessions, each lasting 50-60 minutes. Ensure the content is engaging and interactive, incorporating activities such as drawing and role-playing.
- Solution-Focused Techniques: Utilize solution-focused techniques like the miracle question, scaling, and exceptional cases to help students identify and build on their strengths.
- Feedback and Evaluation: Collect feedback from participants after each session to assess the programme's effectiveness and make necessary adjustments.
Encouraging Further Research
While the findings of this study are promising, further research is needed to explore the long-term effects of online psychoeducation programmes on children's emotional resilience and problem-solving skills. Practitioners are encouraged to conduct their own studies and share their findings to contribute to the growing body of literature in this field.
To read the original research paper, please follow this link: Effects of an Online Solution-Focused Psychoeducation Programme on Children’s Emotional Resilience and Problem-Solving Skills.
