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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Social Work
  • Family Therapy

Background:

  • Group therapy can facilitate personal development and improve interpersonal functioning.
  • Previous therapeutic experiences may influence current group participation and outcomes.
  • Establishing healthy parent-child boundaries is crucial for family well-being.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To illustrate the transformative impact of group therapy on individual members.
  • To highlight the development of improved coping mechanisms and relational skills within a group setting.
  • To showcase the resolution of complex family dynamics through therapeutic intervention.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative analysis of participant experiences and observed changes.
  • Case study approach focusing on individual member progress.

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  • Role-playing exercises to address specific interpersonal conflicts.
  • Behavioral strategies, such as counting to ten, to manage challenging interactions.

    • Main Results:

    • One member evolved from passive to a role model, demonstrating increased competence and improved parent-child boundaries.
    • Effective conflict resolution was achieved through role-playing familial scenarios.
    • Another member improved relationships with a younger son and implemented a coping strategy for interactions with her daughter.
    • Behavioral techniques proved effective in managing challenging child behaviors.

    Conclusions:

    • Group therapy provides a supportive environment for significant personal growth and enhanced family functioning.
    • Members can develop crucial skills for managing conflict and improving relationships.
    • Therapeutic interventions, including role-playing and behavioral strategies, yield positive outcomes in family dynamics.