Describes use of multidimensional scaling (MDS) in counseling. Discusses types of data that have been analyzed using MDS, kinds of MDS analyses, and the interpretation of MDS results. Reviews MDS research relevant to vocational, family, group, and individual counseling. Also discusses potential applications in counseling practice. (Author/ABB)

Investigated the effect of a six-week parent training program and a parallel children's group on parent participation (N=11) and child behavior (N=9). Pretest posttest results indicated the children's behavior improved significantly, parents' attendance increased, and parents indicated they perceived their identified child in a more favorable…

Eight "myths" about small group processes and outcomes are presented and matched against research and practice. Conclusions are drawn concerning benefits of group experience, group composition, leader impact, role of structural exercises, function of the "here-and-now," self-disclosure and feedback, understanding group processes, and the long-term…

Eleven curative factors form a triangular framework for conceptual integration of the concerns, developmental dynamics, theoretical perspectives, and leader behaviors that characterize group counseling. The framework is useful for determining effective leader interventions, planning group activities, and generating research hypotheses. (Author)

Describes a group counseling program that helps retarded inmates develop problem solving skills and learn to use existing resources in their own behalf. An outcome study of 46 inmates indicated combined group and individual counseling was more effective than individual counseling alone. (JAC)

Examines the effectiveness of systematic group leadership training for 36 graduate students to verbally use and discriminate among four group leadership skills; i.e., cutting off, drawing out, holding the focus, and shifting the focus. Results showed increases in skill acquisition following training. (BH)

Presents a counseling model for facilitating the development of Black consciousness among Black elementary school students. Outlines six sessions of developmental group counseling for students in grades three through six. Uses selected Black art forms (music, drama, poetry, folklore, and graphic expression) as educational aids in the counseling…

Counselor candidates' self-reports indicated increased personal mastery immediately after a required laboratory group experience in personal growth. Gains were retained in a 2-month follow-up. (Author)

Contains a literature review, an analysis of the group process with a college ice hockey team, and a discussion of individual counseling with three of the team members. (Author)

Investigated the relationship of interpersonal attraction and attraction to groups. Students (N=56) participating in growth groups completed the Group Attitude Scale and individual rating scales early, midway, and late in the group. Data indicated an increasing relationship between interpersonal and group attraction throughout the life of the…

Compared the effects of a film presentation, written presentation, or a combination of both as a pregroup training method for students (N=67) participating in short-term personal growth groups. Results suggested both the written and film presentation were more effective than the combined or control treatments. (JAC)

Presents a model, the Modular Counseling Curriculum, as a useful strategy for addressing the needs and interests of various special populations in a group setting. Includes several related modular topics, objectives, suggested learning activities, practice exercises, materials, and evaluative methods. (LLL)

Compared the effectiveness of a computer assisted guidance program (DISCOVER), a small group guidance intervention (Vocational Exploration Group), and a combined approach on career maturity and decidedness in 120 high school students. All three interventions were significantly helpful to students. (JAC)

Studied the relationship between counselor performance and group counseling outcome. College students (N=28) were assigned to one of four counseling groups, and outcome was judged by three doctoral counselor trainees. Results showed higher levels of counselor empathy and confrontation were associated with more favorable outcomes. (JAC)

Presents a group counseling approach for enhancing communication and social skills of psychiatrically disturbed adolescents. Describes contents of the 16 sessions and results of an informal evaluation which suggested the sessions were both enjoyable and effective, particularly structured drama and role play situations. (JAC)