Describe the basic history of the group and how you became involved.

so it must be written in first person

Briefly describe your experience with groups. This can include any type of group experience: social, therapeutic, civic, religious, educational, athletic, and so on.
Choose one such group to describe more fully.
Identify the type of group.
Describe the basic history of the group and how you became involved.
Identify your role in the group over time.
Describe the purpose and function of the group. Did the purpose and function change over time?
Describe any cultural issues that affected the group. Why is being aware of cultural issues important to group work?
How has your previous group experience influenced your current perspective on how groups work and function?
What are some strengths and weaknesses of group work in therapy?
Based on your experience of groups, what are your initial impressions of which type(s) of group work might be a useful intervention for you in practice? Why

Points: 20
Due: Day 3 and Day 6
Directions
In your initial post, discuss the following:
Briefly describe your experience with groups. This can include any type of group experience: social, therapeutic, civic, religious, educational, athletic, and so on.
Choose one such group to describe more fully.
Identify the type of group.
Describe the basic history of the group and how you became involved.
Identify your role in the group over time.
Describe the purpose and function of the group. Did the purpose and function change over time?
Describe any cultural issues that affected the group. Why is being aware of cultural issues important to group work?
How has your previous group experience influenced your current perspective on how groups work and function?
What are some strengths and weaknesses of group work in therapy?
Based on your experience of groups, what are your initial impressions of which type(s) of group work might be a useful intervention for you in practice? Why?
Post your original response by the end of Day 3. Then, by the end of Day 6, respond to at least two of your classmates’ posts.
Please Note
You will not be able to delete or revise a post after you submit it. It would be in your best interest to spend a couple of minutes reviewing your post before submitting.
You will not be able to see anyone else’s posts until you post first. As soon as you submit a post, you will be able to view everyone else’s posts.
Refer to Participating in a Discussion Board for a full explanation of discussion board standards.

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