Deck 8: The Steps for Initiating a Group

Question 1

The first step in developing a group is

A) Beginning
B) Preparation
C) Genesis
D) Literature Review

Answer 1

A

Question 2

The structure of a pre-group meeting can

A) be a regular 50 minute session
B) include discussion of the attendance policy
C) include a discussion of ground rules for group
D) all of the above

Answer 2

D

Question 3

The primary goal of screening is to

A) ensure that no dual relationships exist
B) provide early change
C) ensure members are a good fit for group
D) market your group to the community

Answer 3

C

Question 4

Group members that are maintaining at least one significant relationship outiside of group have less chance of

A) being judgemental in group
B) becoming too dependent on the group for relationship needs
C) catharsis
D) giving advice

Question 5

Individuals with severe pathology that are determined to be a poor fit for the group should always be given

A) referrals for other forms of treatment
B) vouchers for free counseling
C) medication
D) bibliotherapy

Question 6

Screening for your group is

A) rarely helpful
B) a good way to guarantee empathy
C) always advisable
D) none of the above

Question 7

In a psychoeducational group, the number of group sessions should be tied to

A) your desired financial goal
B) your coleader contract
C) your facilitative conditions
D) the skills needed to remidiate the skills deficit

Question 8

In marketing your group, you may choose to conduct

A) a pilot group
B) a free demonstration
C) a literture review
D) a community needs assessment

Question 9

Elements of the ""Organizing the specifics"" stage include

A) literature review
B) selecting group duration
C) choosing a theory
D) none of the above

Question 10

Another goal of a pre-group meeting is

A) creation of autonomy
B) orientation to the group process
C) theory regulation
D) none of the above