From Problem-Solving to Responsible Decision-Making

From Problem-Solving to Responsible Decision-Making is a comprehensive and culturally responsive problem-solving approach that addresses the complexities of culture, identity, and the impact of decisions on individuals, families, and communities.It is a guide for problem-solvers seeking to make better-informed decisions in professional and personal situations.I see the usefulness of this resource for my college students who face the daunting task of making daily decisions with significant and long-lasting consequences.Counselors can use this primer to help students understand how developing self-identity and self-actualization can improve problem-solving skills.By employing the LIBRE Model (Listen, Identify, Brainstorm, Reality Test, Encourage), individuals can contextualize how their decision-making ultimately impacts not only themselves but the whole of those they care about.Ultimately, the best decision for the individual is the decision that they can fully embrace and keeps them wh