#1
Which of the following is not a type of therapeutic group?
Psychoeducational group
Support group
Individual therapy
Skills development group
#2
What is a characteristic of a task-oriented group?
Focuses primarily on interpersonal relationships
Aims to develop coping skills
Addresses specific problem areas
Provides emotional support
#3
What is the role of a facilitator in a therapeutic group?
To dominate discussions and decision-making
To impose their own opinions on group members
To encourage participation and manage group dynamics
To maintain strict confidentiality
#4
Which therapeutic approach emphasizes mindfulness and acceptance?
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)
Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)
Gestalt therapy
Person-centered therapy
#5
Which of the following is an example of a homogeneous therapeutic group?
A group consisting of individuals with various mental health diagnoses
A group comprised of members with similar backgrounds or experiences
A group with members of different age groups
A group where members have diverse treatment goals
#6
Which of the following is a disadvantage of open therapeutic groups?
Limited diversity of perspectives
Difficulty in establishing trust
Less opportunity for spontaneous interactions
High level of member commitment
#7
In a psychoeducational group, what is the primary focus?
Exploring emotions
Providing support
Developing coping skills
Educating members about specific topics
#8
What is a common goal of support groups?
To provide education about specific issues
To improve social skills
To promote self-disclosure and emotional expression
To offer mutual aid and encouragement
#9
Which factor is crucial in determining the effectiveness of a therapeutic group?
Group size
Facilitator's expertise
Member's diagnosis
Location of meetings
#10
Which theoretical approach emphasizes the importance of unconscious conflicts and early childhood experiences?
Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)
Existential therapy
Psychoanalytic therapy
Interpersonal therapy
#11
Which of the following is a characteristic of a closed therapeutic group?
Members join and leave freely
Continuous intake of new members
Limited duration and fixed membership
Absence of predetermined goals
#12
What is a potential benefit of using expressive arts in therapeutic groups?
Promoting passive engagement
Limiting creative expression
Facilitating nonverbal communication
Reducing emotional expression
#13
Which factor can contribute to resistance in therapeutic groups?
Clear communication from the facilitator
Homogeneous composition of the group
Empathetic and supportive environment
Fear of change or vulnerability
#14
What is a potential disadvantage of using confrontation in therapeutic groups?
Enhancing self-awareness
Increasing defensiveness
Improving communication
Building trust
#15
In a therapeutic group, what is a potential consequence of role reversal?
Strengthening group cohesion
Enhancing self-esteem
Breaking down interpersonal barriers
Undermining group dynamics