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A pilot study using the group environment scale to evaluate first-year resident support groups.

Dale Alexander1, Bron Skinner

  • 1Department of Family Medicine, University of North Carolina, USA. dalexander@uh.edu

Family Medicine
|November 27, 2002
PubMed
Summary

Quantitative assessment of intern support groups using the Group Environment Scale (GES) showed increased expressiveness and self-discovery. The study highlights GES as a valuable tool for evaluating group dynamics and resident well-being.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Education
  • Psychology
  • Group Dynamics

Background:

  • Resident support groups are debated, lacking standardized evaluation methods.
  • Previous studies indicate a need for quantitative assessment tools.
  • This research addresses the need for objective evaluation of support group effectiveness.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To test a quantitative method for assessing resident support groups.
  • To evaluate changes in group functioning during support group participation.
  • To determine the utility of the Group Environment Scale (GES) for intern support groups.

Main Methods:

  • The Group Environment Scale (GES) was administered to two combined intern support groups.
  • Pre- and post-participation measures of group functioning were collected.

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  • Paired t tests were used to analyze changes in GES subscales.

    • Main Results:

    • Significant increases were observed in expressiveness, self-discovery, and tolerance for anger and aggression.
    • A significant decrease was noted in perceived order and organization within the groups.
    • The GES profile indicated enhanced emotional expression, self-disclosure, and self-reflection.

    Conclusions:

    • The Group Environment Scale (GES) is a practical tool for evaluating intern support groups.
    • This pilot study establishes a quantitative baseline for future research.
    • Intern support groups effectively foster personal and professional development in a less structured environment.