Ch. 8: Intervention in Groups

Question 1

Functions of a group (highlights)

Answer 1

• Informational: we learn from each other
• Normative: some types of groups can normalize symptoms of mental illness. Like “hearing voices” groups.
• Groups can empower and enact change in individuals.

Question 2

Types of groups (3)

Answer 2

• Task groups
• Teaching groups
• Supportive/therapeutic groups (NOT the same as group therapy). Could even be a spa group. A variety of modalities.

Question 3

Group therapy

Answer 3

Not what RNs lead. Has a theory that is used to direct it.

Question 4

Self help groups

Answer 4

Like AA meetings. Many others ones as well. Usually run by a professional/regular person as a leader.

Question 5

Conditions that affect groups in their environment

Answer 5

Seating: open is best, like circles.

Size: 7 -8 members provide a good vibe for everyone.

Question 6

Open ended vs closed groups

Answer 6

• Open: leave and join at any time
• Closed: all join at the same time and end together

Question 7

Therapeutic factors of groups (super fast run through of them)

Answer 7

• Instillation of hope
• Universality
• Imparting of information
• Altruism
• Corrective recapitulation of the primary family group
• Development of socializing techniques

Question 8

Therapeutic factors of groups (super fast run through of them) pt. 2

Answer 8

• Imitative behavior
• Interpersonal learning
• Group cohesiveness
• Catharsis
• Existential factors

Question 9

phase 1 of group development

Answer 9

• initial or orientation phase
• Leader and members set goals and rules
• Leader promotes trust and ensures that rules and goals help each other
• Members are superficial and overly polite.
• No trust yet

Question 9

phase 1 of group development

Answer 9

• initial or orientation phase
• Leader and members set goals and rules
• Leader promotes trust and ensures that rules and goals help each other
• Members are superficial and overly polite.
• No trust yet

Question 10

Phases of group dev: 2 working phase

Answer 10

• productive work begins
• leader role diminishes and becomes more of a facilitator
• Trust has been established and cohesiveness exists
• Conflict is managed member to member

Question 11

Phases of group dev: 3 termination phase

Answer 11

• A sense of loss may be experienced
• The leader encourages the members to talk about these mixed/sad feelings
• Feelings of abandonment may be experienced. Grief from people’s pasts can be triggered.

Question 12

psychodrama

Answer 12

very effective way to confront feelings and trauma. Only done with a very well trained professional helping.