Group Counseling and Group Work Flashcards
(86 cards)
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Who founded psychodrama and sociometry?
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Jacob Moreno
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Who introduced T-groups and focused on group dynamics?
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Kurt Lewin
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Who developed 11 therapeutic factors in group therapy?
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Irvin Yalom
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Name Yalom’s 11 therapeutic factors.
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- Instillation of hope
- Universality
- Imparting information
- Altruism
- Corrective recapitulation of the primary family group
- Development of socializing techniques
- Imitative behavior
- Interpersonal learning
- Group cohesiveness
- Catharsis
- Existential factors
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What is a task group?
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A group focused on completing specific objectives.
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What is a psychoeducational group?
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A group that is preventative and instructional.
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What is a counseling group?
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Focuses on growth, development, and problem solving.
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What is a psychotherapy group?
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Deals with serious psychological issues.
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What is a self-help group?
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Peer-led group with no counselor present (e.g., AA).
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List the 5 group stages in order.
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- Forming
- Storming
- Norming
- Performing
- Adjourning
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What happens during the Forming stage?
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Orientation, dependence, anxiety, politeness.
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What happens during the Storming stage?
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Conflict, resistance, testing limits.
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What happens during the Norming stage?
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Cohesion, roles clarified, group norms set.
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What happens during the Performing stage?
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Goal focus, deep work, productive exchange.
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What happens during the Adjourning stage?
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Closure, evaluation, processing ending.
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What is a gatekeeper in a group?
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Someone who controls communication and may dominate discussion.
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What is groupthink?
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When desire for consensus overrides critical reasoning.
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What is group cohesion?
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Emotional bonding and unity among members.
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Homogeneous vs. Heterogeneous groups?
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Homogeneous: members share traits; Heterogeneous: members differ in background or goals.
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What leadership style is most effective therapeutically?
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Democratic leadership.
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What is blocking in group leadership?
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Stopping harmful behaviors.
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What is linking in group leadership?
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Connecting member experiences.
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What is process vs. content?
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Process = how; Content = what is being said.
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What are group norms?
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Unwritten rules governing behavior.
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What is group screening?
Pre-group assessment of member suitability.
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What is a closed group?
A group with fixed membership.
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What ethical guidelines apply to group work?
Screening, informed consent, avoiding dual relationships, confidentiality limits, member prep/debrief.
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What’s a major risk in group ethics?
Confidentiality cannot be fully guaranteed.
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Who emphasized prevention-oriented psychoeducational groups?
R.K. Conyne
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Who is associated with existential group therapy?
Irvin Yalom
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What does Gerard Corey contribute to group work?
Practical applications and ethics.
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What does Samuel Gladding contribute?
Models of group development and ethics.
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What should you memorize for NCE group section?
Yalom’s factors, group stages, group types, theorist-to-concept links, leadership styles, ethical practices.
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What is one common NCE trap in group questions?
Words like 'always' or 'never' in ethics scenarios.
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What happens in the Forming stage of group development?
Orientation, politeness, and anxiety; members are dependent on leader.
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What characterizes the Storming stage in group work?
Conflict and resistance; members test boundaries and challenge the leader.
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What defines the Norming stage in group therapy?
Cohesion increases, group norms are set, and roles become clear.
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What happens during the Performing stage of a group?
Group works productively on goals; deep, focused work happens.
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What is the focus of the Adjourning stage in groups?
Termination, closure, and processing the group's ending.
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Which Yalom factor involves clients seeing others with similar issues?
Universality.
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Which Yalom factor relates to client learning and psychoeducation?
Imparting information.
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Which Yalom factor builds confidence by seeing others improve?
Instillation of hope.
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Which factor focuses on helping others as a way to heal?
Altruism.
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What is the 'corrective recapitulation of the primary family group' in Yalom's model?
Re-experiencing family conflicts within the group to resolve past issues.
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What does 'development of socializing techniques' mean in group therapy?
Learning interpersonal skills and communication through feedback.
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What is 'imitative behavior' in Yalom's factors?
Learning through observing and modeling other group members or leader.
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What does 'interpersonal learning' refer to in group therapy?
Gaining insight through interactions with others.
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What is 'group cohesiveness' according to Yalom?
Sense of belonging and acceptance in the group.
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What is 'catharsis' in group therapy?
Emotional release and expression of feelings.
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What are 'existential factors' in group counseling?
Accepting responsibility, freedom, and the realities of life.
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What is Gerald Corey best known for in group counseling?
Practical application of group work and strong emphasis on ethics.
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What does Corey say about co-leadership in groups?
It enhances safety, provides modeling, and allows processing between leaders.
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What is Corey's stance on informed consent in groups?
It is essential for ethical practice; members should know what to expect.
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According to Corey, what is key during the initial stage of a group?
Establishing trust, group norms, and setting expectations.
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How does Corey view the working stage of group?
As a time of productive work, commitment, and deeper interaction.
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What is Corey's view on ethical group screening?
Screening ensures members are appropriate and helps protect vulnerable individuals.
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Who is Jacob Moreno?
Founder of psychodrama and sociometry; considered the father of group therapy.
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What did Kurt Lewin develop?
Developed field theory, introduced T-groups (training groups), emphasized group dynamics and change.
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What are the key contributions of Irvin Yalom?
Identified 11 therapeutic factors; emphasized 'here-and-now' focus; known for existential group therapy.
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Who is Gerard Corey?
Prominent voice in practical applications of group therapy and ethics.
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What did Samuel Gladding develop?
Developed models of group development and ethics.
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What is R.K. Conyne associated with?
Associated with prevention-oriented psychoeducational groups.
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What is Caplan linked to?
Linked to consultation models and psychoeducation.
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What is the role of a Gatekeeper in a group?
Controls communication, may dominate discussion.
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What is a Scapegoat in group dynamics?
Blamed for group conflict or dysfunction.
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What does an Energizer do in a group?
Motivates group to act or engage.
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What is the role of a Harmonizer?
Mediates tension and conflict.
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What is a Blocker in group dynamics?
Resists group progress.
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What is Groupthink?
When desire for consensus overrides critical reasoning.
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What is Group Cohesion?
Emotional bonding and unity among members.
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What defines a Homogeneous group?
Members share traits (e.g., all high school seniors).
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What defines a Heterogeneous group?
Members differ in background, goals, or age.
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What is an Authoritarian leadership style?
Leader controls all; best for crisis or low-functioning groups.
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What is a Democratic leadership style?
Encourages member participation; most effective therapeutically.
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What is a Laissez-faire leadership style?
Non-directive, passive; least productive.
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What is the Linking technique in leadership?
Connect member experiences.
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What does Blocking mean in leadership techniques?
Stop harmful behaviors.
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What is Summarizing in leadership techniques?
Highlight and restate key points.
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What is the difference between Process and Content?
Process = how things are said and done; Content = what is being said.
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What are Group norms?
Unwritten rules governing behavior.
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What is Group structure?
Size, goals, format (open vs. closed).
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What is an Open group?
Members can enter/leave anytime.
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What is a Closed group?
Fixed membership.
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What is Group screening?
Pre-group assessment of suitability.
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A counselor is beginning a closed counseling group for college students dealing with anxiety. At the first session, the counselor explains the importance of confidentiality. Which of the following best reflects the counselor’s ethical responsibility?
A. Guarantee all members that what is said in the group will remain confidential.
B. Warn members that they may be removed from the group if they share personal information.
C. Inform members that while the counselor maintains confidentiality, it cannot be guaranteed among group members.
D. Require each group member to sign a legal contract agreeing not to share anything discussed in group.
C. Inform members that while the counselor maintains confidentiality, it cannot be guaranteed among group members.
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What is the difference between a blocker in group roles and blocking as a leadership technique?
Blocker (group role): A member who resists or disrupts group progress (negative).
Blocking (leadership technique): The counselor’s action to stop harmful or unproductive behaviors (positive).
