The Impact of Solution-Focused Thinking on Psychological Health: The Chain Mediation Role of Mindfulness and Perceived Stress
Abstract
Background: Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) is effective and cost-efficient. This study examined the impact of solution-focused thinking on psychological health, highlighting the mediating roles of mindfulness and perceived stress. Method: A 1-month survey of 464 participants used established scales to measure key variables. During this period, a total of two measurements were conducted. The interval between the first and second measurement was 3 weeks. Results: Solution-focused thinking positively correlated with mindfulness (β = 0.44, p < 0.001) and life satisfaction (β = 0.16, p < 0.01), and negatively with perceived stress (β = -0.41, p < 0.001) and depression (β = -0.42, p < 0.001). Mindfulness and perceived stress significantly mediated these relationships. Conclusion: Solution-focused thinking enhances psychological health by increasing mindfulness and reducing stress.
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