Ch 9 Group Intervention

Question 0

Support

Answer 0

Function of a group. Group is available in times of need and the individual derives a feeling of security from group involvement.

Question 1

Socialization

Answer 1

Function of a group. Teaches social norms.

Question 2

Task completion

Answer 2

Function of a group. Group members provide assistance in endeavors that are beyond the capacity of one individual alone or when results can be achieved more effectively as a team.

Question 3

Camaraderie

Answer 3

Function of a group. Members of a group provide the joy and pleasure that individuals seek from interactions with significant others

Question 4

Informational

Answer 4

Function of a group. Knowledge is gained when individual members learn how others in the group have resolved situations similar to those with which they are currently struggling.

Question 5

Normative

Answer 5

Function of a group. The group enforces the established norms.

Question 6

Empowerment

Answer 6

Function of a group. Group provides support for individual members who seek to bring about change.

Question 7

Governance

Answer 7

Function of a group. An example of the governing function is that of rules being made by committees within a larger organization.

Question 8

Task Groups

Answer 8

Function: to accomplish a specific outcome or task. Focus on solving problems to achieve outcome. Conflict in the group may be ignored to focus on priority at hand. Often deadlines involved. IRON MAN

Question 9

Teaching Group

Answer 9

Function: educational group. Exists to convey knowledge to its members. Usually set number of meetings/classes and time frame. Members learn from one another as well as instructor. A&P Class

Question 10

Supportive/Therapeutic Groups

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Teaches ways of dealing with emotional stress in crises situations. The leader is knowledgable on how the group interacts with one another (group process) and is informed on the group content that will be discussed. MOTHERS OF DRUNK DRIVERS

Question 11

Self-Help Group

Answer 11

Allow clients to talk about their fears/problems and receive comfort and advice. Ex: Alcoholics Anonymous

Question 12

Physical conditions that influence group dynamics

Answer 12

Seating (open seating/circle), Size (small or large group), and membership (open or closed meeting) :::open- members are free to leave or join at any time. Closed-fixed time frame to start and end ex-AA meeting

Question 13

Instillation of hope

Answer 13

Curative factor of group therapy. group members garner hope that his/her problems will be resolved

Question 14

Universality

Answer 14

Curative factor of group therapy. Group members come to realize that they are not alone in their problems. Anxiety is relieved by the support and understanding of others in the group.

Question 15

The imparting of information

Answer 15

Curative factor of group therapy. knowledge is gained through the sharing of advice and suggestions among group members

Question 16

Altruism

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Curative factor of group therapy. Individuals gain self-esteem through mutual sharing and concern. Providing assistance and support to others creates a positive self image and promote self growth.

Question 17

Catharsis

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Curative factor of group therapy. Members are able to express both positive and negative feelings in a non-threatening atmosphere.

Question 18

The development of socializing techniques

Answer 18

Curative factor of group therapy. Individuals are able to correct maladaptive social behaviors and learn and develop new social skills.

Question 19

Interpersonal learning

Answer 19

Curative factor of group therapy. Insight is gained regarding how one perceives and is being perceived by others.

Question 20

Existential factors

Answer 20

Curative factor of group therapy. The group is able to help individual members take direction of their own lives and to accept responsibility.

Question 21

Initial/Orientation Phase for Groups

Answer 21

Group Activities: Goals and rules are established
Leader Expectations: The leader is expected to orient members to specific group processes, encourage members to participate and promote an environment of trust
Member Behaviors: members have not yet established trust and will respond to the lack of trust by being overly polite. May try to compliment the leader because of fear of not being accepted by the group

Question 22

Middle/Working Phase for Groups

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Group Activities: cooperation and cohesiveness established. Problem solving and decisions occur. Cooperation prevails and disagreements are confronted and resolved.
Leader expectations: The role of leader diminishes and becomes more one FACILITATOR!
Member Behaviors: trust est. they turn to each other more often than the leader for guidance. They accept criticism.

Question 23

Autocratic leadership

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The focus is on the leader. Members are persuaded to adopt leader ideas. Member participation is limited. Productivity is high but group cohesiveness is low.

Question 24

Democratic leadership style

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Focus is on the members. Members engage in group problem-solving. Productivity is high (not as much as autocratic) and cohesiveness is high.

Question 25

Member Roles

Answer 25

1. Complete the task of the group
2. Maintain or enhance group processes
3. Fulfill personal or individual needs

Question 26

Member Role: orienter

Answer 26

Maintains direction within the group

Question 27

Member Role: Initiator

Answer 27

Outlines the task at hand for the group and proposed methods for solution

Question 28

Member Role: monopolizer

Answer 28

Maintains control of the group by dominating the conversation

Question 29

Member Role: Dominator

Answer 29

Manipulate others to gain control; behaves in authoritarian manner

Question 30

Member Role: health-seeker

Answer 30

Uses the group to gain sympathy from others; seeks to increase self-confidence from group feedback; lacks concern for others or the group as a whole

Question 31

Member Role: seducer

Answer 31

Shares intimate details about self with group

Question 32

Member Role: Gatekeeper

Answer 32

Encourages acceptance of and participation by all members of the group

Question 33

Follower

Answer 33

Member role. Listens attentively to group interaction; is a passive participant

Question 34

Compromiser

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Relieves conflict within a group by assisting members to reach a compromise agreeable to all

Question 35

Recognition seeker

Answer 35

Talks about personal accomplishments in an effort to gain attention for self

Question 36

Mute or silent member

Answer 36

Does not participate verbally; remains silent for a variety of reasons– may feel uncomfortable with self-disclosure or may be seeking attention through silence