Exam 8: Cutting Off and Drawing Out

When a member brings up a new issue toward the end of a group session, it is important for the leader to let that member present the issue even if the group time limit runs over.

When a member brings up a topic unrelated to the purpose of the group, the effective leader will let the member continue rather than cut off the member and appear inpolite.

How can the use of nonverbal signals be helpful when cutting off and when drawing out members of a group?

Before drawing a member out, the authors recommend considering which of the following?

When cutting-off a member, the leader should

A leader may use cutting off skills when a member's comments to another member appear to be ___________________________.,

One way to draw out a member while giving her an "out" is to maintain a lot of eye contact with that member while speaking to the entire group.

If a member has been rambling and repeating himself for a little while, how might the leader use other members to cut that member off and still stay with the person? How can other members of the group be involved in this process?

Members should not be allowed to argue with one another unless the argument is in some way _____________in processing group dynamics.

When drawing a female member out, the leader can use each of the following techniques EXCEPT

MATCHING: For each of the situations described below indicate using the letter, "A" or "B", which of the skills listed, cutting off or drawing out, is the most appropriate skill for leading in that situation. Choices: -One member frequently tries to make others feel better by telling others that, "Things will be okay."

According to the authors, member silence may indicate all of the following EXCEPT that the member

According to the authors, when a member says something inaccurate in group, the leader should

It is often a good idea not to attempt to draw out an uncommitted member because that member might use that opportunity to set a negative tone for the group.

Which skill, cutting off or drawing out, do you anticipate will be more difficult for you? Why?

Leaders can use the technique of drawing out to elicit greater _______________from group members.

MATCHING: For each of the situations described below indicate using the letter, "A" or "B", which of the skills listed, cutting off or drawing out, is the most appropriate skill for leading in that situation. Choices: -One member has been silent most of the session.There are 10 minutes remaining in the group for this week and he has something painful to share.

According to the authors, cutting off can be used when a member's comments conflict with the ___________of the group.

Why is cutting off the most difficult leadership skill to learn and effectively use in group?

In which of the following situations would it NOT be appropriate for the leader to use the technique of cutting off?