Disallows' any math operations until the proper equation is developed. Considers 'word problems' to be a 'topic' unto itself and not simply an adjunct for demonstrating how well the student has learned to do the various math operations in a given chapter.
Most students can 'do the math' once they have the equation.
If that is not the case, they need to be taught how without the use of word problems. Math anxiety' is another way of saying I can't understand what you are trying to teach me. In my book, I teach key math concepts in ultra simple terms 5. Word problems should intersting, concise, 'real world', etc.