This scoping review maps empirical evidence on solution-focused brief therapy outcomes in adult community mental health, suggesting the need for more research.
This scoping review mapped the empirical evidence available for the use of solution-focused brief therapy in adult community mental health settings. A small number of empirical investigations were identified overall. Solution-focused brief therapy was associated with positive outcomes across various domains including psychiatric symptoms and improving psychosocial functioning. More empirical research focusing on process, comparative studies and broader populations within adult community mental health would strengthen the evidence base and generalisability of solution-focused brief therapy.
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