Introduction to Group-Analytic Psychotherapy: Studies in the Social Integration of Individuals and Groups (Maresfield Library)

Group analysis is a method pioneered by Foulkes in order to study the behaviour of individuals in the social context of a group. Apart from its practical aspects, group analysis has features of specific value and is the method of choice for the treatment of many problems. 181 pages. Group Analysis, the approach pioneered by Foulkes, is a form of psychotherapy in small groups and also a method of studying groups and the behaviour of individuals in their social aspects. Apart from a number of practical advantages, it has features of specific value. It is the method of choice for the investigation of many problems and for the treatment of many disturbances. This book focuses on the features of the "Group-Analytic Situation" in psychotherapy and the role of the Conductor, or Leader, in creating this situation. It shows what the Conductor has to do in order to make all the members of his group active participants in the solution of their problems. Annotation Group analysis is a method pioneered by Foulkes in order to study the behaviour of individuals in the social context of a group. Apart from its practical aspects, group analysis has features of specific value and is the method of choice for the treatment of many problems pt. 1. General introduction -- pt. 2. The background -- pt. 3. The group-analytic situation -- pt. 4. The conductor's contribution --pt. 5. Survey.