Effective/Ineffective Groups
Communication that completely ignores emotion
Ineffective
At what age does the "Identity Crisis" typically happen?
During teen years.
If someone voices distress in their life what would be the best way of helping them? Giving them advice immediately or expressing concern over their fears and listening.
Expressing concern and listening.
Polly has been coming to school late for the past two weeks. She seems scared and has scratches on her face and bruises on her arms.
Emergency
What is the most commonly used substance?
Alcohol
Decisions are made by the highest authority with minimal group discussion
Ineffective
When do boys typically start to have high self esteem while girls have lower self esteem?
11-14
If someone voices distress in their life what would be the best way of helping them? Encouraging self-direction or assume order over their situation.
Encouraging self direction.
Sydney is struggling in her math class and is crying because she failed a test.
Problem
How many Americans have admitted to using illicit drugs?
Over 70 million
Leadership and participation are shared among all members
Effective
When do children begin making friendships and developing their own morals?
7-11
If someone voices distress in their life what would be the best way of helping them? Divert from the conversation because you do not know how to help or opening up about your confusion.
Opening up about your confusion.
Your friend has come to talk to you about not being invited to the prom. She says she is very depressed.
Problem
How many American adults have reported having a substance abuse disorder?
Over 38 million
Focus placed on member roles rather than cohesion
Ineffective
When does one typically start their career?
If someone voices distress in their life what would be the best way of helping them? Listen and be sensitive to their situation or attempt to make jokes and be sarcastic.
Listen and be sensitive towards them.
Susan comes to you in tears. Her parents are getting a divorce.
Crisis
Out of all the drug related deaths in 2022, how many were categorized as preventable drug overdoses?
Decision making procedures vary by situation
Effective
What do people in late adulthood face?
Loss of workforce.
If someone voices distress in their life what would be the best way of helping them? Attempt to analyze the situation for them or work with them to determine what problems are significant.
A friend tells you she is going to run away from home tonight because she feels unsafe after she was beaten.
Emergency
What state has the highest reports of substance abuse?
Montana