Question 1

__________ differs from a psychotherapy group in that it deals with conscious problems, is not aimed at major personality changes, is generally oriented toward the resolution of specific short-term issues, and is not concerned with treatment of the more severe psychological and behavioral disorders.

Accepted Answer

A)  Psychoeducational groups 
B)  Task groups 
C)  Counseling groups 
D)  Psychotherapy groups

Question 2

A view of a counseling group will typically show a population composed of:

Accepted Answer

A)  Diverse individuals with a similar problem/issue 
B)  A homogeneous group with a similar problem/issue 
C)  Diverse individuals with a dissimilar problem/issue 
D)  A group of individuals selected only for similarities in coping skills, attitudes, etc.

Question 3

Dylan has participated in a court-appointed psychoeducational group designed to address anger management issues. It can be assumed that he filled out an assessment questionnaire:

Accepted Answer

A)  During intake only 
B)  At program completion only; during intake, assessment questionnaires can prejudice counselors and group leaders and result in preconceived notions 
C)  At the beginning and upon program completion 
D)  Assessment questionnaires are not typically utilized in psycho-educational settings

Question 4

Counseling students and group members are at very different stages of:

Accepted Answer

A)  their counseling program education. 
B)  their cultural awareness and identity development. 
C)  limitations. 
D)  professional competence.

Question 5

The focus of these groups is on the application of group dynamics principles and processes to improve practice and to foster accomplishment of identified work goals.

Accepted Answer

A)  Psychoeducational groups 
B)  Task groups 
C)  Counseling groups 
D)  Psychotherapy groups

Question 6

A competent therapist remains ___________ in the counseling process while maintaining openness about ___________.

Accepted Answer

A)  aware/behavior 
B)  respectful/lifestyles and behavior 
C)  neutral/attitudinal change 
D)  invested/outcomes

Question 7

Jennifer is a 19-year-old emotionally stable college student, but her grades have started to suffer. Her parents suspect alcohol abuse, though they have no proof. They would like her referred to a group that addresses the risks of alcoholism in teenagers. The appropriate group setting would be:

Accepted Answer

A)  Task 
B)  Brief (time-limited) 
C)  Counseling 
D)  Psychoeducational

Question 8

A useful way to think about the differences between our clients and ourselves is to consider the __________ each of us possess.

Accepted Answer

A)  hierarchies 
B)  single identity 
C)  dual identities 
D)  multiple identities

Question 9

Dan, a 34-year-old homosexual construction worker; April, a 21-year-old heterosexual single parent; and Sylvester, a 57-year-old Air Force retiree who underwent a blood-transfusion two years ago have all been recently diagnosed as HIV-positive. All need to address the issues of coping and "getting on with life." The appropriate setting for achieving this goal would be:

Accepted Answer

A)  A psychotherapy group 
B)  A task group 
C)  A counseling group 
D)  A psychoeducational group

Question 10

Group members of these groups often have acute or chronic mental or emotional problems that evidence marked distress, impairment in functioning, or both.

Accepted Answer

A)  Psychoeducational groups 
B)  Task groups 
C)  Counseling groups 
D)  Psychotherapy groups

Question 11

It is __________ to expect professionals to have an in-depth knowledge of all cultural backgrounds.

Accepted Answer

A)  feasible 
B)  realistic 
C)  possible 
D)  unrealistic

Question 12

There have been five successful strategies to facilitate difficult conversations about culture and race identified. Which of the following is NOT one?

Accepted Answer

A)  Understand your own racial and cultural identity. 
B)  Recognize and be open about your racial biases. 
C)  Discourage a discussion about feelings. 
D)  Pay more attention to the process than to the content of race talk.

Question 13

A goal of the culturally skilled group counselor may be to have members offer challenging __________ to one another.

Accepted Answer

A)  communication 
B)  feedback 
C)  revelation 
D)  argument

Question 14

Financial concerns, the advent and increased frequency of managed-care structuring and cutbacks in resources have all led to the increased necessity of:

Accepted Answer

A)  Psychoeducational groups 
B)  Single-session groups 
C)  Counseling groups 
D)  Brief groups

Question 15

A leader is facilitating a group of diverse individuals - diverse in terms of nationality, race, ethnicity and age. The leader should:

Accepted Answer

A)  Keep his or her views on these matters to himself or herself; it is crucial to remain neutral 
B)  Refrain from taking a stand on matters involving multiculturalism 
C)  Avoid giving the impression that he or she favors one view above another 
D)  Openly discuss his or her worldview and its impact on the group process, even at the risk of alienating some

Exam 1: An Introduction to Group Work a Multicultural Perspective

__________ differs from a psychotherapy group in that it deals with conscious problems, is not aimed at major personality changes, is generally oriented toward the resolution of specific short-term issues, and is not concerned with treatment of the more severe psychological and behavioral disorders.

A view of a counseling group will typically show a population composed of:

Dylan has participated in a court-appointed psychoeducational group designed to address anger management issues. It can be assumed that he filled out an assessment questionnaire:

Counseling students and group members are at very different stages of:

The focus of these groups is on the application of group dynamics principles and processes to improve practice and to foster accomplishment of identified work goals.

A competent therapist remains _ in the counseling process while maintaining openness about _.

Jennifer is a 19-year-old emotionally stable college student, but her grades have started to suffer. Her parents suspect alcohol abuse, though they have no proof. They would like her referred to a group that addresses the risks of alcoholism in teenagers. The appropriate group setting would be:

A useful way to think about the differences between our clients and ourselves is to consider the __________ each of us possess.

Group members of these groups often have acute or chronic mental or emotional problems that evidence marked distress, impairment in functioning, or both.

It is __________ to expect professionals to have an in-depth knowledge of all cultural backgrounds.

There have been five successful strategies to facilitate difficult conversations about culture and race identified. Which of the following is NOT one?

A goal of the culturally skilled group counselor may be to have members offer challenging __________ to one another.

Financial concerns, the advent and increased frequency of managed-care structuring and cutbacks in resources have all led to the increased necessity of:

A leader is facilitating a group of diverse individuals - diverse in terms of nationality, race, ethnicity and age. The leader should: