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Group Counseling Theories Flashcards

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  1. In Yalom's therapeutic factors, 'universality' refers to which group phenomenon?

    Answer: Members learning they are not alone in their struggles

    Universality is the recognition by group members that others share similar problems, reducing isolation and shame.

  2. A group leader using Gestalt theory would most likely encourage a member to:

    Answer: Stay in the present moment and experience feelings fully

    Gestalt therapy emphasizes present-moment awareness and full experiencing of emotions rather than intellectual analysis.

  3. Which stage of Tuckman's group development model is characterized by conflict and power struggles among members?

    Answer: Storming

    The storming stage involves interpersonal conflict, resistance to the leader, and competition as members vie for position.

  4. A psychodrama group leader who plays a supporting role in a member's enacted scene is functioning as the:

    Answer: Auxiliary ego

    The auxiliary ego in psychodrama plays significant others or aspects of the protagonist's inner world to support the therapeutic enactment.

  5. In Adlerian group therapy, the concept of 'social interest' (Gemeinschaftsgefühl) emphasizes:

    Answer: A sense of belonging and contribution to the community

    Adler viewed social interest—feeling connected to and caring about the broader community—as a key indicator of psychological health.

  6. Which theoretical approach would a group leader use if they focus on members' 'automatic thoughts' that emerge during group interactions?

    Answer: Cognitive-behavioral group therapy

    CBT group therapy specifically targets automatic thoughts—spontaneous cognitions that influence emotions and behavior—making them a central intervention point.

  7. A group leader notices members consistently avoid confronting one another and instead agree superficially. This pattern most likely reflects which group concept?

    Answer: Groupthink

    Groupthink occurs when the desire for harmony overrides realistic appraisal, leading members to suppress dissent and conform to perceived consensus.