Description The assignment is to attend a live in-person or virtual must be video/live) group. T ...
Description The assignment is to attend a live in-person or virtual must be video/live) group. This assignment will help students gain insight into different types of groups that occur in public spaces and similarities and differences in clinic or treatment settings. Each student is required to attend one full meeting (AA, AL ANON, parenting, any outpatient group that will let you attend, etc.). To maintain group privacy, students must not take notes during your group visit. If attending a live in-person group, students must adhere to safety guidelines. Finding a meeting: Meetings are typically found online. Meetings that are listed as “Closed” are meetings that are not open to the general public and do not allow drop-in visits. If the meeting is not a 12-step group, it is recommended that students call ahead to confirm that it is acceptable for you to observe. Attending a meeting should be free and students should not be asked for payment to attend any meeting. If asked, please do not attend the meeting. Use the link provided to start the search. This list provides helpful suggestions, students are not limited to this list. Self Help Support Group Options 10 Rev 01/2024 Group Meeting Paper: Students will need to submit a 2-3 page double-spaced paper on the group visit as outlined below, APA is not required: 1. Group Details: (example) Narcotics Anonymous “Looking For Serenity” Meeting, Tuesdays 7:30pm, 20001 Canyon View Drive, Santa Clarita, CA 91352; 800-477-6291; email: WSO@nar-anon.org Website: http://www.addicted.org/directory/item/looking-for... Attended May 30 2018 2. Group Description: Description of the group- size, demographics (age, gender, race, ethnicity, SES, etc.), length, specific focus or topic, nature of leadership, general structure, and organization of the meeting, etc. 3. Group Observation Summary: Write a brief summary of the content and process of the group at the beginning. Middle, and end of the session. Indicate what you noticed about group norms, leadership skills implemented, interpersonal behaviors and patterns of members, topics and themes, stage of group development, positive and negative aspects, and any challenges observed. 4. Reaction and Assessment: Describe your reaction to the group and assessment of the group effectiveness. Include your expectations prior to attending, your inner process during the meeting, your participation (if any), what you learned, your opinion (likes/dislikes), and whether you recommend it and why.
