Question 1

Resistance can be viewed as
A) interpersonal
B) intrapersonal
C) evidence of the curative factors in action
D) both A and B

Accepted Answer

Resistance can be interpersonal, meaning it is a client's resistance towards the therapist, or it can be intrapersonal, meaning it is the client's own resistance towards change. Therefore, the best choice is D as it includes both options. Resistance can also be seen as evidence of the curative factors in action, as working through resistance can ultimately lead to successful therapeutic outcomes.

Question 2

A group within a group is known as a
A) tertiary conglomerate
B) subgroup
C) secondary mode
D) shadow group

Accepted Answer

A subgroup is a smaller group within a larger group. The other options (tertiary conglomerate, secondary mode, and shadow group) do not accurately describe this concept.

Question 3

Which behavior is a common choice for the ""intellectualizer""?
A) crying
B) leaving group early
C) catharsis
D) advice giving

Accepted Answer

Intellectualizers tend to rely on their intellect and knowledge to cope with emotional situations. They may give advice or try to analyze and intellectualize their emotions rather than expressing them through crying or catharsis. Leaving group early is not necessarily a common choice for intellectualizers.

Question 4

Which behavior is a common choice for the ""group clown"" ?
A) anger
B) arriving late to group
C) humor
D) advice giving

Accepted Answer

The "group clown" typically chooses humor as their behavior in the group. They may make jokes or funny comments to ease tension or break up a serious moment.

Question 5

Which behavior is a common choice for the ""rescuer""?
A) minimizing
B) eating in group
C) advice giving
D) humor

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

In assessing silence, group leader can pay attention to
A) research literature
B) the content of the process
C) nonverbal group behaviors
D) the interaction mattix

Accepted Answer

Nonverbal group behaviors can provide clues about the meaning of silence in a group.

Question 7

Silence in groups is
A) always productice
B) sometimes productive
C) always resistance
D) none of the above

Accepted Answer

Silence in groups can be productive in some cases, such as when individuals are taking time to reflect and gather their thoughts before contributing. However, silence can also indicate resistance or disengagement from the group process, so it is not always productive.

Question 8

Too much cohesion is also known as
A) collusion
B) intrusion
C) super cohesion
D) confluence

Accepted Answer

Cohesion is the force that holds a group together. Too much cohesion can lead to collusion, which is when members of a group work together to achieve a goal that is not in the best interests of the group as a whole.

Question 9

Resistance can be assessed at the
A) individual level
B) group norm level
C) counselor level
D) all of the above

Accepted Answer

Resistance can manifest at various levels including individual, group, and counselor levels. Therefore, all of the choices are correct.

Question 10

Resistance in group is
A) normal
B) abnormal
C) destructive to the co-leader dynamic
D) always a power struggle

Accepted Answer

Resistance in group is a normal phenomenon and is expected to occur during various stages of group development. It can be seen as a sign of members' engagement and investment in the group process. Successfully managing and addressing resistance can lead to increased trust and cohesion within the group.

Quiz 10: Working Effectively With Resistance in Groups

Resistance can be viewed as

A group within a group is known as a

Which behavior is a common choice for the ""intellectualizer""?

Which behavior is a common choice for the ""group clown"" ?

Which behavior is a common choice for the ""rescuer""?

In assessing silence, group leader can pay attention to

Silence in groups is

Too much cohesion is also known as

Resistance can be assessed at the

Resistance in group is