Description
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?