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Peer reviewedClunk, 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
Peer reviewedFuehrer, 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
Download full textFuehrer, Ann E.; Keys, Christopher B. – 1980
Research on mutual-aid groups has begun to examine reasons for joining and outcomes, but few investigations have focused on the processes of group development or interaction. The applicability of a therapy-group development model to student mutual-aid groups was examined to determine the extent to which specified formal group structure and…
Descriptors: College Students, Feedback, Group Dynamics, Group Structure
