A group of psychiatric-mental health nurses is reviewing information about the different types of groups. The nurses demonstrate understanding of the information when they identify which as a characteristic of a self-help group that differentiates itself from a supportive therapy group?

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Self-help groups are led by people who are concerned about coping with a specific problem or life crisis. These groups do not explore psychodynamic issues in depth. Professionals usually do not attend these groups nor serve as consultants. Psychiatric nurses lead supportive therapy groups. Both types of groups focus on a specific problem.

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