The effect of demographic variables on problemsolving inventory approaches among a sample of Kuwaiti couples seeking divorce : an empirical study in clinical social work

Abstract EN

The problem-solving process has been the focus of examination for many years in clinical social work.

This study examined the relationship between the three approaches of a problem-solving inventory and the following variables: nationality, income, and occupation.

In addition, the study investigated whether or not the participants perceive themselves as effective in problem-solving activities among a sample of 313 couples from the Family Consultations Center in the Ministry of Justice in Kuwait.

In addition, the study investigated whether or not the participants perceive themselves as effective in problem-solving activities.

This study compared participants who used either effective- or ineffective problem-solving strategies and the participants’ age and erea of residence.

The results showed: 1) a significant relationship between (personal control and income, nationality) - (problem-solving confidence and income, occupation) and (approach-avoidance style and occupation); 2) a significant relationship between personal control and age and between problem-solving confidence and area of residence.

The results also illustrated that the participant of this study perceived their problem-solving abilities as ineffective.