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  • Psychology
  • Therapeutic Interventions
  • Mental Health Research

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  • Solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT) is a strengths-based approach focusing on solutions rather than problems.
  • A comprehensive understanding of SFBT's effectiveness relies on robust measurement tools.
  • Existing literature lacks a systematic review of available SFBT measurement instruments and their psychometric properties.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To conduct a scoping review to identify and evaluate measurement tools for solution-focused (SF) approaches.
  • To examine the psychometric properties of identified SF measurement tools.
  • To explore the conceptualization and measurement of the core SFBT construct of solution-building.

Main Methods:

  • Adherence to PRISMA guidelines for systematic searching across eight databases and citation searching.
  • Inclusion criteria focused on studies involving the development or validation of SF measures.
  • Systematic screening and data extraction from eligible studies.

Main Results:

  • Eleven SF measurement instruments were identified from 24 studies, including seven client-focused and four provider-focused tools.
  • The Solution-Building Inventory and Solution-Focused Inventory demonstrated the strongest psychometric evidence.
  • Key SFBT constructs like "strengths and resources" and "hope and positive emotions" were frequently assessed, while "goal setting" and "using the client's language" were underrepresented.

Conclusions:

  • While several SFBT measurement tools exist, gaps remain in assessing core therapeutic constructs, particularly goal setting.
  • The Solution-Building Inventory and Solution-Focused Inventory are recommended due to their psychometric support.
  • Future research should focus on developing and validating measures that capture a broader range of SFBT principles and demonstrate sensitivity to client change.