Measured distance which separated a geometric figure representing the therapist and the subject's sketch of self in group as compared to individual treatment. Results indicated subjects drew themselves at greater distance from the same therapist in group meetings and said they felt closer to same therapist in individual meetings. (RC)

Describes a structured group activity that helps to achieve the developmental tasks in the initial stages of counseling and therapy groups. Participants make two signs to portray the individual's positive attributes or negative attributes. Describes the activity's purpose, requirements, setting, and discusses the group process. (Author/JAC)

Tested the activity theory (which proposes that elderly persons remain in active contact with their environment) and disengagement theory (which suggests adjustment comes through reduction of activity and social contact). Disengaged elderly were identified. Subjects demonstrated significant improvement over the untreated control subjects. Results…

Examined the impact of using faculty as models for counselors-in-training. Although the change from pretest to posttest was positive for both groups, the experimental group did not differ significantly from the control group. (Author)

Explored the applicability of laboratory findings on the effects of massed versus distributed practice to an applied situation. Four groups were compared: massed practice, distributed practice, combination massed and distributed practice assertion-training groups, and no-treatment control groups. No differences between the different types of…

Identifies a set of basic group leadership skills to be used in a systematic skills training approach. The skills involve teaching and group management. Definitions and examples of the skills are provided, and the adaptation of a microcounseling format for training in group leadership skills is discussed. (Author)

The goals of developmental group counseling are closely aligned to life-coping skills. They include helping members to do the following: (1) know themselves; (2) develop self-acceptance; (3) master developmental tasks; (4) develop self-direction, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities; and (5) develop sensitivity to the needs of others.…

Reviews current curriculum areas of counselor education programs relevant to correctional counselors, and suggests additional content to expand curriculums to better meet the needs of correctional counselors. (Author)

The majority of the behavioral group therapy studies feature direct transfer of individually oriented procedures to a group of clients with similar problems. Methodological deficiencies include possible experimenter bias, unequal durations of experimenter attention, lack of adequate measurement tools, and too few follow-up evaluations. (Author)

Marathon group counseling groups can produce attitude changes among offenders with histories of illicit drug use. Participants learned that counselors could be significant figures in their lives as they worked through guilt feelings and learned to face reality. (Author/JAC)

Advocates at least a modicum of counselor structure for effective group functioning. Helping the group define goals and set limits provides the membership with a sense of purpose and assists individuals toward the achievement of those goals. (Author)

One of the basic purposes of counseling is to help clients achieve some kind of behavioral and cognitive change that increases their competence in managing interpersonal relationships. The advantages and procedures for increasing clients' interpersonal skills within the context of a counseling group are discussed in this article. (Author)

Provides a rationale for the use of mental imagery as a primary counseling process in structured small group experiences. This purpose is based on assertions that mental imagery can facilitate client learning. (Author)

Results of this study indicate that varying the level of group expectations does not significantly affect self-actualization but does affect the self-esteem of group members and leaders. (Author/BEF)

Focuses on the guidelines for leadership qualifications, member expectations, advertising, confidentiality, voluntary or involuntary memberships, and protection of members from physical or psychological harm. Encourages counselors to support the development and adoption of a set of ethical standards. (Author)