Question 1

Teaching participants some general guidelines of group functioning, teaching members basic interpersonal skills, and assisting members to express their fears and expectations are all group leadership functions during the
A) working stage.
B) transition stage.
C) initial stage.
D) final stage.

Accepted Answer

These activities are typically part of the initial stage of group development, where the focus is on establishing norms, building trust, and setting the foundation for effective group interaction.

Question 2

Group members give feedback as a means of
A) offering an external view of how the person appears to others.
B) increasing the pace of the group process.
C) providing help when clients are facing difficult struggles.
D) facilitating deeper levels of group interaction.

Accepted Answer

Giving feedback allows group members to offer an external perspective on their colleagues' behavior, which can help identify areas for improvement or growth. This can facilitate deeper levels of interaction and understanding within the group.

Question 3

Which stage of a group is most clearly associated with exploring personal issues in some depth and increased group cohesion?
A) Transition
B) Final
C) Initial
D) Working

Accepted Answer

The working stage is marked by increased group cohesion and exploration of personal issues in depth. It is at this stage that members work together to achieve group goals, share their thoughts and feelings with others, and offer support to one another. The initial stage is marked by polite conversation and superficial interactions, while the transition stage is marked by anxiety and uncertainty as members adjust to the group's norms and expectations. The final stage is marked by closure and reflection on the group's accomplishments.

Question 4

Which of the following statements about structured groups is NOT true?
A) Structured groups are sometimes referred to as psychoeducational groups.
B) Structured groups are designed to deal with an information deficit in a certain area.
C) A structured group might focus on managing relationships and ending relationships.
D) Structured groups and counseling groups are synonymous terms.

Accepted Answer

Structured groups and counseling groups are not synonymous terms. Structured groups are a type of group therapy that is designed to impart knowledge or teach skills to group members. Counseling groups, on the other hand, are focused on helping individuals process and work through emotional issues.

Question 5

Group therapy fits well into the managed care scene because groups offer all of the following EXCEPT
A) they can teach problem-solving strategies and interpersonal skills.
B) they are often time limited.
C) they can be designed to be expensive and long term.
D) they can be an antidote to the impersonal culture in which many clients live.

Accepted Answer

Group therapy is often designed to be time-limited and can teach problem-solving strategies and interpersonal skills, making it a good fit for managed care. Additionally, group therapy can be an antidote to the impersonal culture in which many clients live. However, group therapy is not typically designed to be expensive and long-term.

Question 6

At which stage of a group are the group activities of terminating, summarizing, learning to cope with relapse, and designing action plans most evident?
A) Working
B) Transition
C) Initial
D) Final

Accepted Answer

The final stage is characterized by terminating the group, summarizing the experiences, learning to cope with relapse and designing action plans for future use.

Question 7

According to the Coreys, group work is the treatment of choice primarily because
A) the dollars are stretched more.
B) there are inherent values in the group process that lead to self-understanding, healing, and change on the part of the members.
C) clients generally trust a group counselor more than they trust an individual counselor.
D) insurance companies will reimburse clients for group services more often than for individual psychological services.

Accepted Answer

The Coreys believe that group work is the treatment of choice primarily because there are inherent values in the group process that lead to self-understanding, healing, and change on the part of the members. While insurance companies may reimburse clients for group services more often than for individual psychological services, this is not the primary reason why the Coreys recommend group work. Similarly, while group counseling may be more cost-effective than individual counseling, this is not the primary reason why group work is preferred. Finally, while clients may trust a group counselor more than they trust an individual counselor, this is not the primary reason why group work is preferred.

Question 8

Differences that exist among group members
A) may become catalysts for growth.
B) usually prevent groups from developing into a cohesive unit.
C) should primarily be determined in the screening phase.
D) are inappropriate to point out until the group becomes a working unit.

Accepted Answer

Differences among group members can lead to diverse perspectives and ideas, which can spur creativity and problem-solving. These differences should not be seen as obstacles to group cohesion, but rather as valuable assets to be celebrated and utilized.

Question 9

The value of group work includes all of the following EXCEPT
A) universal human themes will not be shared or explored.
B) groups offer hope to members that a new kind of life is possible.
C) the caring and acceptance within a group can be a powerful healing force.
D) groups provide the opportunity for learning from the feedback of many others.

Accepted Answer

Universal human themes can be explored in group work, making this option incorrect. The other options are all examples of the value of group work.

Question 10

Which of the following is LEAST likely to be a structured group?
A) Chemical dependency group
B) Learning coping skills
C) Personal-growth group
D) Parenting skills group

Accepted Answer

The other three options (chemical dependency group, learning coping skills, parenting skills group) typically have clear structures and goals, while personal-growth groups may be more fluid in terms of their format and focus.

Question 11

An individual can get the most from a group experience by
A) recognizing that trust just happens in a group and with it, a sense of safety and security.
B) being aware of respecting and maintaining the confidentiality of what goes on in group.
C) quickly intervening by comforting others when they are experiencing feelings.
D) giving others advice when they bring up a problem.

Accepted Answer

Respecting and maintaining confidentiality is important for building trust within a group. This allows individuals to feel safe and comfortable in sharing their thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment or sharing personal information with others outside of the group. The other options (A, C, and D) may not necessarily contribute to the building of trust and may even hinder it in some cases.

Question 12

Group work can be seen as a treatment of choice because of all of the following EXCEPT
A) through feedback of other members and the leader, individuals have a chance to learn about themselves.
B) by sharing feelings with others in the group, members feel less alone.
C) group offers members hope that a new life is possible.
D) the caring and acceptance that develop in a group are not helpful to healing.

Accepted Answer

The caring and acceptance that develop in a group are helpful to healing, so option D is the incorrect statement of the given options.

Question 13

Which stage of a group has the focus of consolidating what members learned in the group?
A) Transition
B) Final
C) Pre-group
D) Initial

Accepted Answer

The final stage of a group, also known as the termination stage, is when the focus is on consolidating what members learned and preparing them for the end of the group. This is a crucial stage in ensuring that members leave with a sense of closure and growth.

Question 14

The focus of most group work today can be characterized by
A) an unstructured personal growth orientation.
B) long-term group treatment.
C) emphasizing self-actualization and human connections.
D) short-term interventions aimed at remediation of specific problems.

Accepted Answer

The description of short-term interventions aimed at specific problems best aligns with the focus of most group work today. While other options may be utilized in some group work, the emphasis is generally on addressing specific issues rather than broader personal growth or self-actualization goals.

Question 15

Cohesion and productivity are most closely associated with the
A) working stage.
B) transition stage.
C) pre-group stage.
D) ​initial stage.

Accepted Answer

Cohesion and productivity are two important factors in the working stage of group development. This is when group members have established their roles and norms, and are actively working towards achieving their goals.

Question 16

In actual practice, all of the following take place EXCEPT
A) the transition stage and the working stage merge with each other.
B) individual differences among members exist at all of the stages of a group.
C) themes of trust, conflict, and reluctance to participate may reemerge in the working stage.
D) careful thought and planning are necessary to lay a solid foundation for any group and is imperative during the working stage.

Accepted Answer

Careful thought and planning are necessary to lay a solid foundation for any group, but it is not imperative during the working stage as the group should already be functioning effectively by then.

Question 17

Developing ground rules, setting norms, and establishing concrete personal goals are the primary tasks of which stage of a group?
A) Initial
B) Transition
C) Working
D) Final

Accepted Answer

Developing ground rules, setting norms, and establishing concrete personal goals are all tasks that need to take place in the beginning stages of group formation when members are just starting to get to know each other and establish a sense of cohesion. This is typically referred to as the initial stage of group development.

Question 18

Which of the following is true concerning co-leaders in group work?
A) When co-leaders have differences in leadership style, they will not be able to work cooperatively.
B) Co-leaders need to make a commitment to meet regularly before and after each session.
C) A disadvantage of co-leading is that it can facilitate an awareness of countertransference that emerges within the group.
D) A cohesive group will not be affected by incompatible co-leaders.

Accepted Answer

Co-leaders need to make a commitment to meet regularly before and after each session to plan and debrief, discuss group dynamics and address any issues that arise. This communication and collaboration are essential for effective co-leadership. Options A, C, and D contain inaccurate statements.

Question 19

Which of the following is NOT true as it pertains to the stages of a group?
A) The tasks of a group leader are different for each stage.
B) Understanding the typical patterns during the various stages of a group provides a useful perspective for predicting problems and intervening in appropriate ways.
C) The stages in the life of a group flow neatly in a predictable way.
D) Knowledge of critical turning points of a group is essential for a leader.

Accepted Answer

The stages of a group do not always follow a predetermined, neatly ordered flow. Groups can experience setbacks, regression and unpredictability throughout their development.

Question 20

Which stage of a group is characterized by dealing with conflict, defensiveness, and resistance?
A) Working
B) Transition
C) Final
D) Initial

Accepted Answer

The transition stage is characterized by dealing with conflict, defensiveness, and resistance as the group members adjust to each other's roles and begin to work together. During this stage, there may be disagreements and power struggles as members establish their positions within the group.

Quiz 11: Working With Groups

Teaching participants some general guidelines of group functioning, teaching members basic interpersonal skills, and assisting members to express their fears and expectations are all group leadership functions during the

Group members give feedback as a means of

Which stage of a group is most clearly associated with exploring personal issues in some depth and increased group cohesion?

Which of the following statements about structured groups is NOT true?

Group therapy fits well into the managed care scene because groups offer all of the following EXCEPT

At which stage of a group are the group activities of terminating, summarizing, learning to cope with relapse, and designing action plans most evident?

According to the Coreys, group work is the treatment of choice primarily because

Differences that exist among group members

The value of group work includes all of the following EXCEPT

Which of the following is LEAST likely to be a structured group?

An individual can get the most from a group experience by

Group work can be seen as a treatment of choice because of all of the following EXCEPT

Which stage of a group has the focus of consolidating what members learned in the group?

The focus of most group work today can be characterized by

Cohesion and productivity are most closely associated with the

In actual practice, all of the following take place EXCEPT

Developing ground rules, setting norms, and establishing concrete personal goals are the primary tasks of which stage of a group?

Which of the following is true concerning co-leaders in group work?

Which of the following is NOT true as it pertains to the stages of a group?

Which stage of a group is characterized by dealing with conflict, defensiveness, and resistance?