Support Group #1
After studying Module 1: Lecture Materials & Resources (https://stu.instructure.com/courses/40887/pages/module-1-lecture-materials-and-resources), discuss a very brief descriiption (one paragraph for the group session– do NOT include the actual 12-steps) to include the following:
• Official name of the program or group you observed.
• When and where did you go to the group?
• Why did you choose this specific meeting?
• Brief history of program or group – MUST CITE – you obtained this information somewhere. If you obtained information during the meeting, cite IN the paper “personal communication” (not on the Reference page).
• Criteria for client entrance into program or group.
• Describe the demographics of the group. (ie., age, gender, ethnicity, number of members)
• Organization’s goals of program or group.
The main body of the paper should address:
• Your objective impression of the program or group in meeting the clients’ needs and your rationale.
• Identify two or more therapeutic factors observed. Provide a detailed descriiption of these factors.
• In your opinion, was the group process (leadership style, established norms, etc.) effective?
• Were there any patient management issues, and how were they handled?
• Describe your feelings about this group and how it enriched you.
• Would you refer future clients to this group?
Submission Instructions:
• Your initial post should be at least 250-500 words, formatted and cited in current APA style.
• Provide support for your work from at least 2 academic sources less than 5 years old.
