Support Group #2
After studying Module 3: Lecture Materials & Resources, discuss a very brief description (one paragraph for the group session– do NOT include the actual 12-steps) to include the following:
- Official name of the program or group you observed.
- When and where did you go to the group?
- Why did you choose this specific meeting?
- Brief history of program or group – MUST CITE – you obtained this information somewhere. If you obtained information during the meeting, cite IN the paper “personal communication”. (not on the Reference page)
- Criteria for client entrance into program or group.
- Describe the demographics of the group, (ie., age, gender, ethnicity, number of members)
- Organization’s goals of program or group.
The main body of the paper should address:
- Your objective impression of the program or group in meeting the clients’ needs and your rationale.
- Identify two or more therapeutic factors observed. Provide a detailed description of these factors.
- In your opinion, was the group process (leadership style, established norms, etc.) effective?
- Were there any patient management issues, and how were they handled?
- Describe your feelings about this group and how it enriched you.
- Would you refer future clients to this group?
Submission Instructions:
- Your initial post should be at least 250-500 words, formatted and cited in the current APA style.
- Provide support for your work from at least 4 academic sources less than 5 years old. Grading Rubric
Your assignment will be graded according to the grading rubric.
Discussion Rubric Criteria Ratings Identification of Main Issues, Problems, and Concepts Distinguished – 4 points
Post is substantively accurate. Identifies and demonstrates a sophisticated understanding of the issues, problems, and concepts surrounding the assignment. Provides exceptional and thought-provoking analysis that directly addresses details and/or examples of the main topic.APA Formatting Guidelines Distinguished – 2 points
The reference page contains at least the required current scholarly academic reference and text reference. Follows APA guidelines of components: double space, 12 pt. font, abstract, level headings, hanging indent, and in-text citations.Writing Mechanics Distinguished – 2 points
Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed; spelling is correct.Response to Posts of Peers Distinguished – 2 points
Constructively responded to two other posts and either extended, expanded, or provided a rebuttal to each.