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List the 11 therapeutic factors of group therapy.
List the 11 therapeutic factors of group therapy.
- Instillation of hope 2. Universality 3. Imparting information 4. Altruism 5. Corrective recapitulation of primary family group 6. Social learning 7. Imitative behaviors 8. Interpersonal learning 9. Group cohesiveness 10. Catharsis 11. Existential factors
During which stage should the therapist discuss group expectations?
During which stage should the therapist discuss group expectations?
Instillation of hope
Are clients' expectations typically low during the pregroup phase?
Are clients' expectations typically low during the pregroup phase?
False (B)
In what way can members further develop the sense that being in group will be a hopeful situation?
In what way can members further develop the sense that being in group will be a hopeful situation?
What is the recovery collapse continuum?
What is the recovery collapse continuum?
Acknowledging commonality of experience within a group promotes...
Acknowledging commonality of experience within a group promotes...
In order to promote universality, the therapist and group members must have ___ acceptance.
In order to promote universality, the therapist and group members must have ___ acceptance.
The development of universality may be hindered by...
The development of universality may be hindered by...
Imparting information includes ___ instruction and advice, suggestions, and guidance.
Imparting information includes ___ instruction and advice, suggestions, and guidance.
Why is it important to not put too much emphasis on knowledge initially?
Why is it important to not put too much emphasis on knowledge initially?
Imparting information can also include direct advice from other group members in addition to didactic instruction. How is this beneficial?
Imparting information can also include direct advice from other group members in addition to didactic instruction. How is this beneficial?
What is altruism?
What is altruism?
Is altruism present in the beginning of a group?
Is altruism present in the beginning of a group?
Doing for others (altruism) helps clients escape from...
Doing for others (altruism) helps clients escape from...
Why might clients initially resist the idea of receiving help from other members?
Why might clients initially resist the idea of receiving help from other members?
Acceptance comes with ___
Acceptance comes with ___
Corrective recapitulation of primary family group: How are groups similar to the primary family structure?
Corrective recapitulation of primary family group: How are groups similar to the primary family structure?
Corrective recapitulation of primary family group: Members tend to interact with one another in modes that resemble...
Corrective recapitulation of primary family group: Members tend to interact with one another in modes that resemble...
What is social learning?
What is social learning?
What are implicit methods of social learning?
What are implicit methods of social learning?
What is observational learning?
What is observational learning?
What are imitative behaviors?
What are imitative behaviors?
List the 3 concepts of interpersonal learning.
List the 3 concepts of interpersonal learning.
True or false: Clients are lying when they profess not to care about what others think of them.
True or false: Clients are lying when they profess not to care about what others think of them.
____ is a specific form of interpersonal perceptual distortion.
____ is a specific form of interpersonal perceptual distortion.
Looking inward is often referred to as having...
Looking inward is often referred to as having...
Having insight means having self-awareness, understanding, and self-___
Having insight means having self-awareness, understanding, and self-___
What is meant by 'de-repression'?
What is meant by 'de-repression'?
How can a therapist facilitate insight?
How can a therapist facilitate insight?
What are the benefits of working through problems via group discussion?
What are the benefits of working through problems via group discussion?
What is reality testing?
What is reality testing?
What is the affective component of corrective emotional experiences?
What is the affective component of corrective emotional experiences?
What is the cognitive component of corrective emotional experiences?
What is the cognitive component of corrective emotional experiences?
Cohesiveness = a sense of ___ as a group.
Cohesiveness = a sense of ___ as a group.
What is catharsis?
What is catharsis?
What do existential factors include?
What do existential factors include?
Study Notes
Therapeutic Factors of Group Therapy
- Instillation of hope: Elevates positive expectations and diminishes negative preconceptions.
- Universality: Promotes acknowledgment of common experiences, fostering connection among members.
- Imparting information: Involves sharing knowledge and guidance through didactic methods.
- Altruism: Facilitates doing for others, helping members transcend their own issues.
- Corrective recapitulation of primary family group: Members often replicate family dynamics, allowing for therapeutic transference.
- Social learning: Encourages development of social skills through interactions and emotional recognition.
- Imitative behaviors: Clients may unconsciously or consciously mimic the behavior of therapists or other group members.
- Interpersonal learning: Involves the significance of relationships, corrective emotional experiences, and reflecting real-life social dynamics.
- Group cohesiveness: Reflects solidarity and trust within the group, enhancing emotional openness and conflict resolution.
- Catharsis: Essential process of releasing pent-up emotions for therapeutic relief.
- Existential factors: Addresses the realities of life, personal responsibility, mortality, and the inevitability of individual struggle.
Stages and Expectations in Group Therapy
- Group expectations should be discussed during the instillation of hope stage.
- Clients generally enter the group with high expectations for change but may feel pressure for the therapist to deliver results.
- Sharing success stories can enhance a hopeful atmosphere among members.
Group Dynamics and Challenges
- Universality can be impeded by feelings of exclusion and varying attitudes toward emotional expression.
- Acceptance within the group increases through experience and trust.
- Initial resistance to help from peers often stems from negative perceptions of the group and a desire for expert guidance.
Insight and Emotional Processes
- Insight development includes self-awareness and exploration of unconscious thoughts.
- "De-repression" entails bringing hidden thoughts to consciousness.
- Reality testing and corrective emotional experiences help clients evaluate their perceptions and emotional responses, promoting personal growth.
Group Interaction and Learning
- Affective and cognitive components in the group provide support and validate experiences.
- Cohesiveness is built through trust, enabling genuine expression of feelings and potential conflicts.
- Members benefit from discussing their problems, gaining a clearer self-perception and understanding of others.
Existential Awareness
- Acknowledges life's challenges and the inevitability of personal struggles, emphasizing individual responsibility for change.
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Explore the essential therapeutic factors identified by Yalom that are crucial to the success of group therapy. This quiz will help reinforce your understanding of these factors and their significance in therapeutic settings.
