Why is Photoshop elements 12 is freezing in OS X Yosemite?

I recently upgraded to OS X Yosemite.  Now, when I use Photo Elements 12 (PSE12), the programs freezes and I'm forced to "Force Quit."  This freezing/hanging occurs when I use the clone stamp or brush tool.. A quick search online reveals that other are having this same problem (Links below).  Is there any help out there?? Please!
https://forums.adobe.com/message/6843714
http://feedback.photoshop.com/photoshop_family/topics/photoshop-elements-hangs-i n-yosemite

I just discovered, after prowling around in the Adobe users website, that the problem is probably in the trackpad.  At their suggestion, I plugged in an old mouse, and voilà, Photoshop Elements 12 icons all work!  **** of a solution, but at least it's a workable work-around.

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