Question 1

The first step in developing a group is&#10;A) Beginning&#10;B) Preparation&#10;C) Genesis&#10;D) Literature Review

Accepted Answer

A

Question 2

The structure of a pre-group meeting can&#10;A) be a regular 50 minute session&#10;B) include discussion of the attendance policy&#10;C) include a discussion of ground rules for group&#10;D) all of the above

Accepted Answer

All of the above possible options are valid for the structure of a pre-group meeting. A pre-group meeting can be a regular 50 minute session, include discussion of the attendance policy, and include a discussion of ground rules for group.

Question 3

The primary goal of screening is to&#10;A) ensure that no dual relationships exist&#10;B) provide early change&#10;C) ensure members are a good fit for group&#10;D) market your group to the community

Accepted Answer

The primary goal of screening is to ensure that members are a good fit for the group. Through screening, group leaders can assess whether potential members have the necessary skills, mindset, and motivation to participate in the group and contribute positively to its goals. This helps to create a cohesive and effective group environment, and can improve the likelihood of successful outcomes for all members.

Question 4

Group members that are maintaining at least one significant relationship outiside of group have less chance of&#10;A) being judgemental in group&#10;B) becoming too dependent on the group for relationship needs&#10;C) catharsis&#10;D) giving advice

Accepted Answer

If group members have at least one significant relationship outside of the group, they are less likely to become too dependent on the group for their relationship needs. This can lead to healthier dynamics within the group and reduce the risk of members relying on the group in an unhealthy way.

Question 5

Individuals with severe pathology that are determined to be a poor fit for the group should always be given&#10;A) referrals for other forms of treatment&#10;B) vouchers for free counseling&#10;C) medication&#10;D) bibliotherapy

Accepted Answer

Individuals with severe pathology that are not suitable for group therapy may require more specialized and individualized treatment. Referring them to other forms of treatment can ensure that they receive the appropriate care for their specific needs. Vouchers or medication may not address the underlying issue, and bibliotherapy may not be sufficient for severe pathology.

Question 6

Screening for your group is&#10;A) rarely helpful&#10;B) a good way to guarantee empathy&#10;C) always advisable&#10;D) none of the above

Accepted Answer

Screening is always advisable as it helps ensure that group members are suitable for the group, which can enhance the effectiveness and safety of the group experience.

Question 7

In a psychoeducational group, the number of group sessions should be tied to&#10;A) your desired financial goal&#10;B) your coleader contract&#10;C) your facilitative conditions&#10;D) the skills needed to remidiate the skills deficit

Accepted Answer

The number of group sessions in a psychoeducational group should be tied to the skills needed to remediate the skills deficit. This means that the number of sessions should be determined by the amount of time necessary for participants to learn and practice the skills needed to address their particular deficits. It is important to ensure that there is enough time for participants to fully integrate these skills into their lives, but not to extend the group unnecessarily beyond what is needed to achieve this goal. Financial goals, coleader contracts, and facilitative conditions may influence certain aspects of the group, but they should not be the primary factor in determining the number of sessions needed.

Question 8

In marketing your group, you may choose to conduct&#10;A) a pilot group&#10;B) a free demonstration&#10;C) a literture review&#10;D) a community needs assessment

Accepted Answer

The answer of In marketing your group, you may choose...

Question 9

Elements of the &#34;&#34;Organizing the specifics&#34;&#34; stage include&#10;A) literature review&#10;B) selecting group duration&#10;C) choosing a theory&#10;D) none of the above

Accepted Answer

Selecting group duration is a specific detail that is typically organized during the planning stage of a project or group activity.

Question 10

Another goal of a pre-group meeting is&#10;A) creation of autonomy&#10;B) orientation to the group process&#10;C) theory regulation&#10;D) none of the above

Accepted Answer

The pre-group meeting is designed to provide an orientation to the group process by setting expectations and establishing ground rules. The other options, creation of autonomy and theory regulation, are not typically associated with pre-group meetings.

Deck 8: The Steps for Initiating a Group