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Group Work That Examines Systems of Power with Young People: Youth Participatory Action Research
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Cook, Amy L.; Krueger-Henney, Patricia – Journal for Specialists in Group Work, 2017
Youth-led group work shifts power dynamics and repositions youth as leaders in driving the learning they envision for themselves. This shift calls into question how group facilitators measure outcomes of youth empowerment groups. Youth participatory action research (YPAR) has expanded the field of knowledge production by creating shared spaces…
Descriptors: Youth, Participatory Research, Action Research, Group Activities
A Two-Fold Unveiling: Unmasking Classism in Group Work
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Newton, Kathryn – Journal for Specialists in Group Work, 2010
The pervasive myth of the United States as a "classless society" silences the reality of social class oppression in this country. This silencing has received little attention to date in group work training, research, and practice. Unmasking classism may generate anxiety for group workers and members alike, yet holds potential for…
Descriptors: Social Justice, Social Class, Group Dynamics, Human Relations
A Study of Group Encounter in Higher Education
Bebout, Jim – Educational Technology, 1973
Descriptors: College Students, Counseling Effectiveness, Group Counseling, Group Dynamics
Alcoholism Counseling: The Tavistock Approach to Group Process Training.
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Skuja, Andris – Small Group Behavior, 1982
Describes use of the Tavistock model for studying group relations to teach alcoholism counselors group process. Counselors (N=32) participated in weekend study groups. An informal follow-up evaluation consisted of a reaction paper, oral discussions, and a questionnaire. Counselors' evaluations were predominantly positive. (RC)
Descriptors: Alcoholism, Counselor Training, Counselors, Group Counseling
Should We Have Children? A Decision-Making Group for Couples.
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Kimball, Karen K.; McCabe, Mary E. – Personnel and Guidance Journal, 1981
Describes a group for couples deciding whether or not to have children. Couples (N=4) participated in various group exercises and activities. Results indicated the group experience was positive for most members: they gained an understanding of their own needs and attitudes, of their spouses' positions, and of issues involved. (Author)
Descriptors: Decision Making, Family Planning, Group Activities, Group Counseling
Group Counseling: Follow-up Viewpoints.
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Riester, Albert E.; Tanner, Dinah L. – Elementary School Guidance and Counseling, 1980
Although group counseling is available to students, there have been few follow-up studies to determine if this counseling approach is effective. A study to obtain follow-up information from junior and senior high school students who had participated in group counseling during elementary school is described. (Author)
Descriptors: Counseling Effectiveness, Elementary Secondary Education, Followup Studies, Group Counseling
Peer Dynamics 1977-78 Evaluation Report.
Shada, Marsha; Winger, Joan – 1978
This is an evaluation of the second year of a program designed to reduce the incidence of destructive risk-taking behavior (e.g., drug-alcohol abuse and juvenile delinquency) among school-age youth. Background research indicates that peer group pressure is the single most important factor in dictating the presence or absence of juvenile…
Descriptors: Alcoholism, Antisocial Behavior, Communication Skills, Counseling Techniques
Peer Dynamics 1978-79 Evaluation Report.
Winger, Joan – 1979
This is an evaluation of the first year of a program designed to reduce the incidence of destructive risk-taking behavior (e.g., drug-alcohol abuse and juvenile delinquency) among school-age youth. Background research indicates that peer group pressure is the single most important factor in dictating the presence or absence of juvenile delinquency…
Descriptors: Alcoholism, Antisocial Behavior, Communication Skills, Counseling Techniques
Peer Dynamics Final Evaluation Report. 1979/1980. Part 1.
Cooper, Cathy; Walker, Connie – 1980
This is Part I of a final evaluation of a program designed to reduce the incidence of destructive risk-taking behavior (e.g. drug-alcohol abuse, and juvenile delinquency) among school-age youth. Background research indicates that peer group pressure is the single most important factor in dictating the presence or absence of juvenile delinquency…
Descriptors: Alcoholism, Antisocial Behavior, Communication Skills, Counseling Techniques