Designated a Doody's Core Title
"This book provides a comprehensive and insightful overview of
group leadership skills, applicable to both therapeutic and
work-related groups, alike."
Elizabeth McCay, RN, PD
Ryerson University
" A] masterful guide that teaches us to gain the most from each
group setting. Whether we are in our private practice or involved
in a committee, this work gives us an excellent format to
follow."
William S. Bezmen, PhD, RN, CS
Director, Pathways to Health,
Holistic Treatment and Education Center
"This is an excellent guide for key principles of leadership in
managing group dynamics. Each chapter is well designed and
supported with prominent research in the area which supports the
theory development with current and historical evidence." Score:
97, 5 stars
--"Doody's"
"Group Leadership Skills " provides a solid foundation for using
group concepts, theory, and research with a wide variety of groups
and group settings. With this book, nurses and health professionals
will learn the essential group process skills, including
differentiating content from process, working with tension and
anxiety, and enhancing cohesiveness. Clark presents practical
strategies to improve the effectiveness of group leaders, such as
helping groups solve problems and build teams. "This edition is now
newly expanded to apply to a diverse collection of groups. The
strategies and techniques can be used with students, families,
staff, codependency groups, depression groups, rape and sexual
abuse groups, domestic violence groups, and many more."
Key Features:
Contains practical strategies for group leaders including conflict
resolution, suggested ice-breakers, and discussion questions
Includes new "Exercise Simulations" for many chapters, including
chapters on working with older adults, focus groups, organizations,
and communities Includes new feature, "Clinical Leader Challenges,"
which asks learners to apply theory and concepts to group
situations
General
Imprint: |
Springer Publishing Company
|
Country of origin: |
United States |
Release date: |
December 2008 |
First published: |
December 2008 |
Authors: |
Carolyn Chambers
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Dimensions: |
238 x 162 x 31mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Hardcover
|
Pages: |
376 |
Edition: |
5th Revised edition |
ISBN-13: |
978-0-8261-0458-8 |
Categories: |
Books
Promotions
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LSN: |
0-8261-0458-4 |
Barcode: |
9780826104588 |
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