ABSTRACT
This chapter examines the results of the problem-solving training program. The Problem-Solving Measure (PSM) was designed to sample a variety of problem situations. The Structured Real-Life Problem Situation provided an opportunity to observe problem-solving behavior within the context of a standardized situation. The goal of the problem-solving program was to enhance the child's ability to apply a set of problem-solving skills and strategies to a variety of problematic social and interpersonal situations. A series of In-Class Measures (ICMs) were developed to provide the teachers with feedback concerning the various components of the problem-solving training package. These measures also permitted limited assessment of the effectiveness of each step of the training procedure. Training also appears equally effective for children of different ages or grades. Some children are better problem solvers than others, as they already approach problems with flexible and successful strategies.
