The Solution Method trains individuals in the skills to retrain the brain from stress to high level well-being, that is, joy. It was developed as a weight loss program for young people, the shapedown program, and later was adapted to adult weight loss and for treating depression, addictions and promoting health. The method is based on developmental skills training and neural plasticity. Using the skills draws upon the power of neural plasticity to retrain the brain for happiness and reward. The drive for overeating fades so that weight loss can be lasting. It is the only intervention other than gastric surgery to show long-term weight loss. The method integrates research on neural plasticity and attachment theory to provide tools that enhance resilience. This developmental skills training decreases stress and increases reward so that the appetites and drives for common excesses fades. The rewards of life are more accessible health and happiness tend to improve. Unlike traditional programs, weight loss tends to be lasting. Developmental skills training is a cutting edge application of neuroplasticity and is available through group programs conducted by health professionals, with interactive self-study training through The Solution Internet Community and in self-help Solution Circles. Providers of The Solution Method are involved in DST (Developmental Skills Training) Centers for Excellence, DST Regional Centers and annual meetings and retreats.