Discussion1: Group Dynamic
Support groups offer a place where individuals who are dealing with difficult situations or conditions can find support and comfort. Many hospitals and agencies offer support groups for individuals living with a serious illness such as breast cancer. Someone living with a diagnosis of breast cancer might feel isolated, and a support group allows members to share similar experiences and feel that they are not alone. It is the role of the social worker to oversee the group dynamic and ensure that all members feel comfortable and safe sharing a very intimate part of their lives.
For this Discussion, review the "Breast Cancer Support Group" case study.
- Post your description of the group dynamic (communication, cohesion, social integration, influence) of this support group.
- Explain the interaction patterns and the level of group cohesion.
- Describe the social worker's role in empowering members of the group.
- Explain the importance of empowerment in group work and strategies of empowerment that you might implement with this group.
References (use 3 or more): Plummer, S.-B., Makris, S., & Brocksen, S. M. (Eds.). (2014). Social work case studies: Concentration year. Baltimore, MD: Laureate International Universities Publishing [Vital Source e-reader].
"Working With Groups: Breast Cancer Support Group" (pp. 35-36) (attached)
Toseland, R. W., & Rivas, R. F. (2017). An introduction to group work practice (8th ed.). Boston, MA: Pearson.
Chapter 3, "Understanding Group Dynamics" (pp. 67-97)
Drumm, K. (2006). The essential power of group work. Social Work With Groups, 29(2-3), 17-31.
Van Uden-Kraan, C. F., Drossaert, C. H., Taal, E., Shaw, B. R., Seydel, E. R., & van de Laar, M. A. (2008). Empowering processes and outcomes of participation in online support groups for patients with breast cancer, arthritis, or fibromyalgia. Qualitative Health Research, 18(3), 405-417.
Discussion 2: Referring to your process recording from last week, consider the topics covered in this week's resources and incorporate them into your blog.
Post a blog post that includes:
- An explanation of how you have addressed intervention or how you might address intervention in your field education experience at a military mental health clinic
References (use 2 or more): Birkenmaier, J., & Berg-Weger, M. (2018). The practicum companion for social work: Integrating class and fieldwork (4th ed.). New York, NY: Pearson.
Chapter 7, "Social Work Practice in the Field: Working with Groups" (pp. 156-185)
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