The equalitarian co-therapy model which is considered to be the most significant and enduring type of co-therapy relationship is discussed. Co-therapists can interact on at least five occasions outside of the group, and all these interactions have an important effect on the growth and stability of the co-therapy relationship. Co-therapists should…

This study empirically tested the efficacy of group assertive training and group psychotherapy in alleviating depression among Cleveland Job Core Center for Women students. The two therapeutic methods were tested by assigning the "depressed" students to a psychotherapy group, an assertive training group, and a no-treatment control group. (Author)

Explores whether self-disclosure in group psychotherapy produces better group outcome. Although the expected positive relationship between the two variables was found, results also indicate a need for caution in postulating a link between self-disclosure and improvement. (BP)

This elaboration and critique is the final article in a four-part series that presents the empirical foundation, parameters, and applications of a multidimensional model for organizing research on group psychotherapeutic process. (Author)

Illustrates the major dimensions of small group members' interpersonal perceptions using the repertory grid technique. Elicited dimensions in the initial and middle stages in a therapeutic and comparison group. Related a variant of the accepting-rejecting dimension to independently derived personality measures. Contrasts results for the two…

Describes and discusses the group therapy format used at the Portland, Oregon, Vet Center in treating female partners of Vietnam veterans. (Author/BH)

The paper discusses a clinical trial of pretreatment and treatment strategies to enhance the effectiveness of short-term groups. Pretreatment strategies included preparing patients and increasing the perceived authority of the therapists. Treatment strategies include delineation of a specific treatment focus and a directive approach by the…

Group psychotherapy practitioners and researchers rarely share their expertise. Reasons are discussed, and practical suggestions for bridging the gap between abstract theoretical research and clinical practice are made. (Author)

Outlines both broad and specific treatment issues concerning elective mute children. A group treatment modality is presented, and its successes, limitations, and failures are noted with recommendations for avoiding pitfalls in treatment. Issues of cooperation with schools, families, and community organizations are also addressed. (JAC)

Explains how videotapes made during therapy sessions are beneficial in guiding patients to a realistic perception of themselves, which changes their reaction to others. (AA)

This paper presents validational evidence for the Group Therapy Questionnaire (GTQ), a self report instrument designed to detect leadership styles in group therapy. These studies suggest the potential value of the GTQ for investigations requiring measurement of leadership styles. (Author)

Conjoint therapy requires reciprocal respect of the two therapists as well as each therapist's fidelity to his/her own treatment plan. The patients' difficulties in shifting between group and individual treatment are discussed. A review of the literature and case studies are presented. (BEF)