GROUPS Flashcards
A primary task of yours early on is to create and maintain the group and to build the culture of the group. Within this context, the code of behavioral ______ must be established.
Norms
A primary task of the group leader is to establish a code of behavioral rules or norms for group to be able to follow. This is necessary for the initial structure of the group.
who is the primary unifying force?
the therapist
the more members want time to share, the ______ the group will have.
more energy
Sam and Diana are monopolizing a session discussing an event that occurred three years ago. As a fundamental task of yours, you intervene respectfully to bring the discussion to ____________.
the here and now
who are the agents of change?
the group and therapist are the agents of change
as the therapist, humor can be an excellent __________ tool
modeling
Modeling occurs on an ongoing basis as clients observe therapists. Humor is one method of modeling that has the ability to communicate acceptance, bring levity, and encourage members to moving on.
What does the group member interview do?
1) It screens out psychopaths and sociopaths, as well as those who are hostile or who do not possess adequate ego strength for group dynamics;
2) It allows potential members to get to know the group leader; and
3) It allows the group leader to explain rules, goals, the format of the group, and members’ rights.
Though no members knew each other at the beginning of the group formation, there appears to be some genuine intimacy in the group. As therapist, one of your functions is to assist members in the development of ______________________________
Non-judgmental acceptance and extensive self-disclosure
Helping to foster an environment for active involvement and a willingness to change is also important.
What behaviors cause anti-cohesiveness for groups
continued tardiness
absences
subgrouping
disruptive extra group formation
what takes precedence?
physical survival of the group
Factors that affect group dynamics and function?
- Size (10-12 is ideal)
- Format (closed vs open)
- Frequency and Duration (children/teens prefer shorter more frequent; adults typically like 60-90 min 1xweek)
- Voluntary participation or mandated (try to inspire motivation by letting them vent)
- Developmental stages (typical stages)
- setting (secure and comfortable)
7 areas of internal group dynamics
- communication patterns
- cohesiveness
- social control
- norms
- role expectations
- status
- group culture
as much as possible the group member interview should focus on ____________________.
interpersonal functioning
According to Gazda, what is a guidance group?
Guidance groups are characterized by a primary focus on the prevention of future problems facing high-risk populations.
Examples: a pregnant teenage girl in a group from a federal agency for high-risk youth
education group
Shaw identified education groups as study groups that are initially set up and designed to address advanced learning with demographically similar members. ex: nursing school peers studying for a final
Group therapy research shows that __________ is prevalent among group members in relation to group leader behavior.
Imitative behavior
Explanation: Research shows that therapists exert a strong influence on the communication behaviors within the group and members often take on imitative behaviors.
Within the group setting, belonging, acceptance, and approval are among components of:
group cohesiveness
Your first meeting with group members involves discussion about group norms and rules. The importance of group attendance is also discussed. _____________ is built as issues continue from one session to the next.
Group continuity
What does the fact that each group member should feel support from other group members show?
Group members are considered agents of help to other members. Each member should feel the support of other group members.
Yalom surmised that the group is a ___________, making the group ______________.
Therapeutic social system microcosm; an agent of change
Which of the seven areas of internal group dynamics is characterized by the procedure of group members performing different functions?
Role expectations
You have recently established a group for many of your individual clients whom you believe would gain from such a therapeutic setting. You decide the criteria for the group is only based on the clients’ interpersonal communication abilities and willingness to participate. In this particular group, using _____________ is the purpose of group therapy.
Unconscious processes and past experiences to prompt positive change
George conveys during the first session that he has felt alone for years and is happy to be in a group where there is some commonality for him. This feeling is known as:
universality
The leader/therapist must always be aware of ______ in the group counseling process.
personal values
How long should a client be in a group?
always client decision
Ethically, it is important to respect the standard of autonomy as closely as possible. It is the client’s decision. Taking the perspective that the therapist knows best restricts the client’s sense of “humanness.”
Basic Types of Groups
natural
formed
treatment
task
personal correction
personal enhancement
Personal correction group
psychotherapy
therapy
employee
relief
mutual help groups
personal enhancement group
personal and team development
life transition
Tuckman model of group stages
What is a heterogeneous group?
An aggregate of individuals or other elements that are different from one another in a number of significant respects.
In a social context, for example, a heterogeneous group might differ in age, socioeconomic background, values, work experience, education, and so on.
What is a homogenous group?
An aggregate of individuals or other elements that are similar to one another in a number of significant respects.
In a social context, for example, a homogeneous group might include members who are the same age or have the same socioeconomic background, values, work experience, education, and so on.
What is an open group?
A group where people can enter or leave at any time.
