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Stava, Lawrence J.; Bednar, Richard L. – Small Group Behavior, 1979
Examines relative efficacy of dissonance theory and interpersonal attraction theory over random composition in composing groups that will work best in group therapy. Treatment variables were a tape-recorded treatment condition, a placebo condition, and a no-treatment control condition. No clear support for either theory of group support was found.…
Descriptors: Classification, Counselor Role, Group Therapy, Group Unity
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Ball, J. D.; Meck, Donald S. – Adolescence, 1979
This paper presents a rationale for the use of group techniques in counseling adolescents. It delineates specific practical implications and guidelines for group counselors to consider. Specifically, group selection, group size and composition, and topical content are discussed as they relate to developmental issues during adolescence. (Author/KC)
Descriptors: Adolescents, Classification, Clinical Psychology, Counselors