MAC Group Therapy 2

Question 1

A group member consistently arrives late and disrupts the session. The MOST therapeutically appropriate response from the group leader is to:

Accepted Answer

Address the pattern with the group as a boundary and process issue

Answer

Addressing disruptive patterns within the group context models boundary-setting and creates a therapeutic learning opportunity for all members.

Question 2

Which group therapy model focuses specifically on identifying and correcting dysfunctional thinking patterns related to substance use?

Accepted Answer

Cognitive-Behavioral Group Therapy (CBGT)

Answer

CBGT targets cognitive distortions and maladaptive beliefs that sustain addictive behavior through structured skill-building exercises.

Question 3

During a group session, two members begin arguing loudly. The group leader should FIRST:

Accepted Answer

Intervene calmly to de-escalate and redirect the energy therapeutically

Answer

The leader's first duty is de-escalation while preserving safety, then using the conflict as a therapeutic opportunity if appropriate.

Question 4

The concept of 'universality' in group therapy, as described by Yalom, refers to:

Accepted Answer

The healing effect of members realizing their struggles are shared by others

Answer

Universality is a curative factor wherein members gain relief by recognizing that others share their painful experiences and feelings.

Question 5

A co-facilitation model in addiction group therapy is MOST beneficial because:

Accepted Answer

It provides modeling of healthy interpersonal dynamics and shared clinical perspective

Answer

Co-facilitation models healthy relating, provides two clinical perspectives, and allows one leader to observe group dynamics while the other engages.

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