To broaden your experiences of the range of group work, do research on a type of counseling group of your choice, e.g., substance abuse, domestic violence, anger management, etc. You can use your text book, but most also include at least 4 additional research sources. Write a three to five page summary of the group you have researched afterward (you should address a different group type in each of your three practical/group observations required for the course) . Your summary should include:
places of the group
type of group
issues/topics/problems addressed by the group
activities of the group
your reflection regarding your research of the group
Your summary should also include:
How are members screened/selected for this group
average group size
Average length of group
Is the group normally open or closed
What are some of the basic rules of the group
What are some of the goals of the group
How does the facilitator function within the group.
What are common attitudes of group members, etc.
