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Gill, Stephen Joel; And Others – Journal for Specialists in Group Work, 1984
Reviews literature on member characteristics and conditions that increase the likelihood of group participation. Describes positive consequences of small group participation and antecedents to participation including attitudes, atmosphere, leader characteristics, expectations, and group structure. (JAC)
Descriptors: Arousal Patterns, Expectation, Group Experience, Group Membership

Richards, R. Lynn; And Others – Counseling Psychologist, 1990
Describes the three major influences on theme-oriented groups: theme-centered interactional, structured, and behavioral groups. Provides a comparison of the composition and structure of theme groups during the current decade. Summarizes the general principles thought to be important in the construction and development of theme-oriented groups.…
Descriptors: Behavior Modification, Client Characteristics (Human Services), Comparative Analysis, Group Dynamics