AbstractContrasted good and poor interpersonal problem‐solvers (N= 60), as defined by the Means‐Ends‐Problem‐Solving Procedure (MEPS), on indices of psychopathological characteristics, as measured by the Millon Multiaxial Clinical Inventory (MMCI). The results suggest some support for a relationship between performance on the MEPS and psychological adjustment indices (MMCI); however, they do not offer an unambiguous interpretation. Significant differences were found between poor problem‐solvers in contrast to good problem‐solvers in the direction of relatively more maladjustment for poor problem‐solvers. Significant differences were found between black‐white good problem‐solvers and also between black‐white poor problem‐solvers. Race may be an important moderator variable in performance on both