Exam 1: Introduction

The relationship developed among group members, as well as the way in which members participate in group, defines group ______________________.

MATCHING ETHICAL SITUATIONS: Match the ethical situations described below with the available choices. Choices: -During the first session of a group for survivors of sexual abuse, the leader tells members the purpose of the group, and informs the members that they can share as little, or as much as they would like.

According to the authors, which of the following is the most important point to remember with regard to legal issues?

A group leader who uses practices that are very different from ones generally accepted by others in the field could be considered ____________________.

In a social skills group for children, the leader uses exercises and asks thought- provoking questions about group dynamics, to help members learn skills to improve peer relationships. Which leadership style is being utilized?

The relationship developed among group members, as well as the way in which members participate in a group, defines group

A leader focused largely on group process and the "here and now" has a/an ___________________leadership style.

MATCHING ETHICAL SITUATIONS: Match the ethical situations described below with the available choices. Choices: -A school counselor led an exercise that generated an intense reaction from one member. After the session, with the member's permission, the counselor contacted the member's parent to provide a list of phone numbers so that plans for follow up services could be made.

How does "Impact Therapy" apply to group work?

. Which of the following is FALSE regarding ethical practices when working with groups? The leader should

MATCHING KINDS OF GROUPS: Match the descriptions below with the available choices. Choices: -Meetings of a weekly weight loss group for women focus on healthy weight loss strategies. The group is facilitated by a different member each week. Common group topics include: healthy food choices, the progress of group members, staying motivated, and barriers to successful weight loss.

MATCHING KINDS OF GROUPS: Match the descriptions below with the available choices. Choices: -A group for parents whose children have been sexually abused meet weekly to discuss effective parenting skills. The leader provides information on a variety of topics including: the nature of abuse and its effects on the child, parenting an abused child, and dealing with the stress and grief of child sexual abuse. Sometimes, the leader facilitates discussion so that members can share their perspectives and ideas.

Which of the following is NOT identified by the authors as a potential problem for a group?

In the middle stage of changing families support group for step-parents the members choose to focus on the "here and now" to understand what it is like to ask for and to receive support. Which leadership style is being utilized?

What are some of the advantages of group work?

Which of the following is NOT a specific recommendation from the authors to build "experience with individuals" for the purpose of increasing effective leadership skills?

Leaders should not use the groups that they lead for their own therapy or _______________growth.

To become an effective group leader, these authors recommend

In the beginning stage of an addictions group, the leader chooses topics and activities pertaining to denial, treatment, and recovery. He keeps the group focused on the Individual concerns of members and provides structure to the session. Which Leadership style is being utilized?

What strategies should new group leaders implement to become more effective?