Counseling Group Counseling 1

Question 1

Yalom's curative factors in group therapy include all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Cognitive restructuring

Answer

Yalom identified 11 therapeutic factors in group therapy; cognitive restructuring is a CBT technique but is not one of Yalom's specific curative factors.

Question 2

In group development, Tuckman's model begins with which stage?

Accepted Answer

Forming

Answer

Tuckman's model begins with the Forming stage, during which members are oriented, anxious, and dependent on the leader for structure and direction.

Question 3

Which type of group has the primary purpose of providing information and preventing problems?

Accepted Answer

Psychoeducational group

Answer

Psychoeducational groups focus on providing structured information, developing skills, and preventing problems before they become significant clinical issues.

Question 4

The ideal size for a typical counseling group is:

Accepted Answer

5–8 members

Answer

A group of 5–8 members is generally considered optimal, balancing diverse perspectives with sufficient time for each member to receive individual attention.

Question 5

A 'here-and-now' focus in group therapy refers to:

Accepted Answer

Processing interpersonal interactions occurring within the group itself

Answer

Yalom's here-and-now approach focuses on processing members' interactions within the group, using the group as a social microcosm for interpersonal learning.

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Counseling Group Counseling 1