Akademik Veri Yönetim Sistemi
The Online Journal of Science and Technology, cilt.8, sa.1, ss.122-128, 2018 (Hakemli Dergi)
Abstract: This research is an empirical study aims to develop social problem solving skills of
mothers with physical disabilities (cerebral palsy and muscular dystrophy). The study group
consist of 30 mothers whose children receive physical treatment in a private rehabilitation
center in Kayseri. As a preliminary test, ‘Social Problem Solving Inventory Short Form’ and
general information form were administrated to the study group. Out of 30 participants
randomly selected 15 people formed the experiment group and 15 people formed the control
group.
Based on the Social Problem Solving Therapy principles, the training program with a psychoeducational content, the cognitive behavioral therapy and including stated and moving games
were used in the experimental group for 5 weeks. No training was given to the control group
in this process.
When the variables were examined in an integrated way, a significant difference (p < 0,05)
was observed between the total score of the experiment group after training given to them and
their pre-training total score. It can be argued that the education given to the mothers is
effective in improving their social problem solving skills.
Key words: Social Problem Solving, Physical Disability, Mother’s Education, Rehabilitation
Center.