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Peer reviewedGriffin, Cynthia A.; And Others – Journal for Specialists in Group Work, 1991
Describes how a university-affiliated women's support group coped with the serious illness and subsequent death of one of its members. Both individual and group reactions are noted. Also explores the normal grieving process, pathological grief reactions, and the relationship of death to group termination. (Author)
Descriptors: Coping, Death, Females, Grief
Peer reviewedZimpfer, David G. – Journal for Specialists in Group Work, 1989
Discusses working with groups of cancer patients and the psychological problems of these persons. Discusses these issues for group work in cancer treatment: support; sharing feelings; building coping skills; information and education; and existential considerations. Discusses nature of participation, leadership, and membership considerations in…
Descriptors: Cancer, Coping, Counseling Techniques, Group Counseling
Peer reviewedSimon, Sidney B. – Journal for Specialists in Group Work, 1980
Values clarification is a practical and realistic theory to help families settle conflicts. It opens lines of communication and cooperation. Several exercises are given for families and groups to use in understanding their own values. (JAC)
Descriptors: Communication Skills, Conflict Resolution, Coping, Counseling Theories
