Question 1

Q1. What is Social Group Work?

Accepted Answer

Social Group Work is a social work method that uses planned group experiences to help individuals grow, develop social skills, and improve their overall functioning in society.

Question 2

Q2. What are Yalom's Therapeutic Factors?

Accepted Answer

Yalom's Therapeutic Factors are healing elements in groups — including hope instillation, universality, altruism, cohesion, catharsis, and interpersonal learning — that promote positive personal change.

Question 3

Q3. What are the five stages of group development?

Accepted Answer

The five stages are Forming, Storming, Norming, Performing, and Adjourning. Each stage reflects how a group evolves from introduction to goal achievement and eventual closure.

Question 4

Q4. What is the difference between an open group and a closed group?

Accepted Answer

An open group allows new members to join after it begins, offering flexibility. A closed group maintains fixed membership throughout, which builds deeper trust and stability.

Question 5

Q5. What is group cohesion and why does it matter?

Accepted Answer

Group cohesion is the level of unity, trust, and attraction among members. High cohesion encourages active participation, cooperation, and stronger commitment to shared group goals.

Social Group Work

Glossary of Social Group Work: 100 Key Terms and Concepts

Tuckman’s 5 Stages of Group Development with Examples