The author describes the group interview, the meeting of recruiter and students for what could be an honest, objective, and stimulating challenge. (Author)

This brief article contains classified listings, without annotations, arranged according to: the consumer; groups and their procedures; and general information on group work. (CJ)

Results indicated significant differences between the groups on the Accurate Empathy, Unconditional Positive Regard, and Depth of Self-Exploration Scales. Thus the results showed that the encounter group process was characterized by facilitative conditions and could be distinguished as a therapeutic process as such. (Author)

An analysis of written evaluations indicates that 85 percent have been essentially posotive in their reactions and regard the experience as effective while 15 per cent have reacted indifferently or negatively. Coupling this with observations of outcomes has led to the opinion that the Microlab is a useful technique in introducing prospective…

Describes the group debriefing sessions at Gallaudet College, which provide a forum for cooperative education students to share experiences, to put them in perspective with other deaf students, and to receive peer support. Includes the debriefing questionnaire and recommendations for adoption by other colleges. (JOW)

Discusses the Gestalt therapy group process and its roots in theory and therapeutic orientation. Indicates that the process itself, particularly the role of the therapist, is a key factor in the intensity and power of the group experience for the participants. (Author)

Utilized a defense-mechanism model of death anxiety to investigate differential individual and group problem-solving ability as well as differing types of orientation as a function of high, moderate and low death anxiety. Significant differences were reported between moderate and high anxiety groups and low and high death-anxiety groups. (Author)

Results of this study demonstrate the importance of the level of psychological risk and the quality of the interpersonal orientation of structured group exercises. (Author)

Examines the reception of structured exercises drawn from fantasy and nonverbal communication methods by individuals in group setting. Participants were very favorably disposed toward exercises. Review and study suggest further research. (NRB)

Argues that a group home program to divert predelinquent youths from the juvenile criminal system requires a structured therapeutic setting, stress on solving family problems and community acceptance of the group homes. (MS)

Focuses on the "here-and-now" interactional experience in group counseling, and elaborates on the importance of counselors preparing members for this dynamic to optimize active participation. Reviews norms of group behaviors and possible leader responses, process illumination methods, and preparation of a written guide for members. (PVV)

Developed and evaluated productivity measures using Productivity Measurement and Enhancement System approach in five organizational units. Used measures to give group-level feedback, group goal setting, and group incentives. Found that feedback increased productivity 50 percent; feedback plus goal setting and incentives increased productivity 75…

Discusses a community contracting plan at a residential high rise on campus. Conducted by the resident assistants of each floor, residents participated in two-hour meetings. Tentative decisions concerning, noise, visitation, cleanliness, and alcohol use were made, and each individual submitted a grade point average (GPA) goal for the semester.…

Describes the reflecting team model as a group learning experience for counselor trainees. Approach permits trainees to give and receive immediate feedback on perceptions and learn about intervention strategies for working with couples. Discusses evaluation of the model utilizing The Family Therapist Trainee Rating Scale. (Author/CRR)