This paper has tried to describe some of the "experiential" techniques and methods used in a group counseling situation with blind adolescents. Also, it shows that by using these methods, the group advanced a little further and a little faster than might otherwise have occurred. During the clinical services meetings, the other group leaders stated…

The purpose of this study was to investigate the research hypothesis that group guidance and group counseling procedures would produce positive changes in the self-concept and professional attitudes of prospective teachers. Pre- and post-test measures of the Tennessee Self Concept Scale, TERP (ES-VII) Attitude Scale, and the Vocational Decision…

Describes a group approach to anger control for hospitalized Vietnam veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder. Focused on stress-inoculation training: cognitive preparation, including didactic presentation of two anger models; skill acquisition and rehearsal, based on structured experiential activities for gaining insight into individual…

Panel of nationally recognized experts in group-counseling research, practice, and training discusses major obstacles confronting advancement of research on groups and suggests ways to improve meaningfulness and validity of future research. Presents recommendations of Research Committee of the Association for Specialists in Group Work for…

Pilot program on stress management, consisting of eight weekly group sessions, was implemented with 12 respiratory therapists. Findings support view that variety of stress management techniques can be effective in enhancing emotional functioning. Discusses practical problems and recommendations for stress management in a group worksite program.…

Compared the effectiveness of two kinds of group counseling with divorced women: cognitive behavioral and supportive insight. On the posttest, both cognitive-behavioral and supportive-insight-oriented treatments were more effective on most criteria. At follow-up, cognitive-behavioral counseling continued to be beneficial. (Author/BL)

The article describes a semester-length program that used both group counseling remedial reading techniques to increase reading skills and self-concept in remedial readers. Session topics included self-knowledge, peer and family relations, relationship with the opposite sex, and future aspirations. (Author/CL)

Group counseling sessions with 10 learning disabled students (9-10 years old) have focused on exploring and modifying students' self-defeating behaviors. Contents of seven sessions are briefly summarized. (CL)

Implications for group composition are discussed in this article, in which the outcome literature on mixed-sex versus same-sex groups is reviewed. (Author)

Advocates the use of metaphors within groups as a means of facilitating intrapersonal and interpersonal development. Defines borrowed and original metaphors and discusses the advantages of using them. Presents guidelines for counselors and a brief case example. (JAC)

Parent counseling is an effective remedial method, whether carried out for individual pairs of parents or for groups of parents, within certain limits. (AN)