NotesFAQContact Us
Collection
Advanced
Search Tips
Descriptor
Group Structure2
Self Help Programs2
College Students1
Communication Research1
Grief1
Group Behavior1
Group Counseling1
Group Dynamics1
Higher Education1
Program Effectiveness1
Source
Communication Quarterly1
Small Group Behavior1
Author
Cline, Rebecca J.1
Clunk, Gayle G.1
Fuehrer, Ann1
Keys, Christopher1
Publication Type
Journal Articles2
Reports - Research2
Education Level
Audience
Location
Laws, Policies, & Programs
Assessments and Surveys
What Works Clearinghouse Rating
Showing all 2 results Save | Export
The Circle of Others: Self-Help Groups for the Bereaved.
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Clunk, Gayle G.; Cline, Rebecca J. – Communication Quarterly, 1986
Argues that the needs of the bereaved are rarely met. Describes communication characteristics of self-help groups and offers evidence for their effectiveness. Suggests directions for future research. (MS)
Descriptors: Communication Research, Grief, Group Structure, Program Effectiveness
Group Development in Self-Help Groups for College Students.
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Fuehrer, Ann; Keys, Christopher – Small Group Behavior, 1988
Examined applicability of Bednar, Melnick, and Kaul's model of early group development to college student self-help groups using undergraduates (N=101) who met in high-structure or low-structure groups. Found amount of group structure was positively related to ownership of group functioning; importance of performing group behaviors was positively…
Descriptors: College Students, Group Behavior, Group Counseling, Group Dynamics