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ERIC Number: EJ368505
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1987
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Characteristic Processes and Therapeutic Strategies in a Homogeneous Group for Depressed Outpatients.
Roller, Bill; Lankester, Dina
Small Group Behavior, v18 n4 p565-76 Nov 1987
Discusses characteristic processes observed and therapeutic strategies used in an open-ended group of depressed outpatients. Used as criteria of success patient-therapist agreement to discontinue medication, finding a job, and establishing a friendship. Describes characteristics of members who stayed, and helpful therapist actions and attitudes, especially never to attempt to cheer anyone up, and use of humor. (KS)
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - General
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Language: English
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