Group Therapy

Question 1

Universality

Answer 1

Helps people see that what they are going through is universal and that they are not alone

Question 2

Catharsis or Abreaction

Answer 2

Venting feelings to group members help relieve pain, guilt, or stress

Question 3

Preaffiliation

Answer 3

Ambivalence, testing, seeking approval.

Leader: Must establish authority and discuss guidelines

Question 4

Power and Control

Answer 4

Struggle over control of the group, conflict occurs among subgroups

Question 5

Intimacy

Answer 5

Conflicts diminish, sense of “we-ness” increases, norms and roles become clear, Cohesion

Question 6

Differentiation

Answer 6

Freedom of personal expression, improved group skills in analyzing & working through problems

Question 7

Separation

Answer 7

Group achieves termination