Problem 1: Briefly describe your experience with groups. This can include any type of group experience: social, therapeutic, civic, religious, educational, athletic, and so on.
Problem 2: Choose one such group to describe more fully.
- Identify the type of group.
- Describe the basic history of the group and how you became involved.
- Identify your role in the group over time.
- Describe the purpose and function of the group. Did the purpose and function change over time?
Problem 3: Describe any cultural issues that affected the group. Why is being aware of cultural issues important to group work?
Problem 4: How has your previous group experience influenced your current perspective on how groups work and function?
Problem 5: What are some strengths and weaknesses of group work in therapy?
Problem 6: Based on your experience of groups, what are your initial impressions of which type(s) of group work can be a useful intervention for you in practice? Why?