Gary Christopher Gary.Christopher@uwe.ac.uk
Occasional Associate Lecturer - CHSS - AHP
Social problem solving in chronic fatigue syndrome: Preliminary findings
Christopher, Gary; Thomas, Marie
Authors
Marie Thomas
Abstract
This paper investigates social problem solving in chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), a condition characterized by reduced activity levels and excessive mental fatigue. Although intra- and interpersonal problems are prevalent, no studies have explored social problem-solving skills in this group. Patients were split into two groups: either high or low alexithymia, a condition associated with affect dysregulation. The high alexithymic group viewed problems as threatening, responding either impulsively or avoiding responding altogether; they were poor also in the use of compensatory strategies, which, taken together, increases the likelihood of a negative outcome from attempts at conflict resolution. These findings go some way in successfully identifying potential subgroupings in CFS sufferers and has important implications in terms of the therapy offered. Copyright © 2008 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
Citation
Christopher, G., & Thomas, M. (2009). Social problem solving in chronic fatigue syndrome: Preliminary findings. Stress and Health, 25(2), 161-169. https://doi.org/10.1002/smi.1233
Journal Article Type | Article |
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Publication Date | Apr 1, 2009 |
Journal | Stress and Health |
Print ISSN | 1532-3005 |
Electronic ISSN | 1532-2998 |
Publisher | Wiley |
Peer Reviewed | Peer Reviewed |
Volume | 25 |
Issue | 2 |
Pages | 161-169 |
DOI | https://doi.org/10.1002/smi.1233 |
Keywords | social problem solving, alexithymia, emotional intelligence, chronic fatigue syndrome |
Public URL | https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/1001331 |
Publisher URL | http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/smi.1233 |
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