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Anxiety in a large group

R Gregurek1, V Gruden

  • 1Department for Psychological Medicine, Zagreb University Hospital Center, Croatia.

Acta Medica Croatica : Casopis Hravatske Akademije Medicinskih Znanosti
|May 26, 1998
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Anxiety is higher in large therapy groups than smaller ones. The group leader

Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Group Therapy Dynamics

Background:

  • Anxiety in group settings is often subjectively reported.
  • Large groups can trigger regressive states and archaic defenses.
  • The group leader plays a crucial role in managing anxiety intensity.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To test the hypothesis that anxiety levels are higher in large groups compared to medium and small groups.
  • To quantify anxiety experienced by participants in a large group setting.

Main Methods:

  • Measuring anxiety levels at the start and end of sessions.
  • Conducting ten consecutive large group therapy sessions.
  • Comparing anxiety levels across different group sizes (implied).

Main Results:

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  • Anxiety levels were measured throughout the study period.
  • The study aimed to demonstrate higher anxiety in large groups.

Conclusions:

  • The study provides empirical data on anxiety within large group therapy.
  • Findings suggest a need for specific leadership strategies in managing large group anxiety.