Group 1
"I don't feel alone there are similar people going through the same thing!"
Universality
Leaders shed light on the nature of addiction through instruction
Imparting information
Family group provides family-like context for addressing long-standing conflict in a constructive manner
Corrective Recapitulation
Group memebers gain self-esteem by helping others.
Altruism
A safe place for people members to be open and honest with each other
Group Cohesiveness
Group allows clients to try new behavior of other group members
Imitative Behavior
Groups give others feedback about ineffective social habits that undermine relationships
Developing socializing techniques
Life is unfair, it's on you how you respond; don't stay stuck in the trivial issues.
Existential Factors
Exemplifies recovery and progress helping others retain recovery
Instilling hope
Group corrects distorted perceptions of others
Interpersonal learning
Clients feel liberated AFTER expressing feelings and what's bothering them
Catharsis
Group corrects disturbed perceptions of others
Intrapersonal Learning