Addressing Challenges Latinos/as Encounter with the LIBRE Problem-Solving Model: Listen-Identify-Brainstorm-Reality-test-Encourage: 10 (Critical Studies of Latinxs in the Americas) - Softcover

Guerra, Norma S.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1433133091 ISBN 13: 9781433133091

Publisher: Peter Lang Publishing Inc, 2016

Synopsis

Written for educators and professionals, this book examines the cultural challenges Latinos/as encounter as they move from one social setting to the next. Problem solving is presented as a skill, strategy, and protective factor in the development of resiliency and self-efficacy. This solution-oriented approach facilitates Latino/a personal and professional development in processing the unexpected. The book introduces the LIBRE Model problem-solving activity as the tool to negotiate positive change by (1) affirming cultural competency, (2) supporting self-regulated decision making, (3) monitoring self-engagement styles, and (4) developing resiliency toward smoother transitions. The goal is to provide the reader with partnering tools that will empower Latino/a engagement, personal management, and active self-agency in managing decisions, challenges, and choices.

About this title

About the Author

Norma S. Guerra is a nationally certified school psychologist and a licensed professional counselor-supervisor. Her research interests include social cognitive problem solving, self-regulation, attention, and engagement styles. Dr. Guerra is the author of Clinical Problem Solving Case Management, which addresses attention toward positive change.

Edition details

• Publisher: Peter Lang Publishing Inc
• Publication date: 2016
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1433133091
• ISBN 13: 9781433133091
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 134