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Peer reviewedDroge, David; And Others – Small Group Behavior, 1986
Results of a preliminary survey of epilepsy self-help group members are presented, and effects relating to stigmatization, reasons for participation, asserted curative factors, and formal-only versus informal participation in the self-help group process are examined. Societal reaction to people with epilepsy is viewed as a major contributor to…
Descriptors: Epilepsy, Individual Needs, Self Directed Groups, Self Help Programs
Peer reviewedToseland, Ronald W.; Hacker, Lynda – Social Work, 1982
Determined the extent to which social workers participate in self-help groups and examined their role in planning, developing, and supporting the groups continued existence. Results indicated that social workers perform important functions in supporting the growth and continued existence of self-help groups. (RC)
Descriptors: Consultants, Counselor Role, Group Dynamics, Participation
Peer reviewedWollert, Richard W.; And Others – Small Group Behavior, 1982
Members of two types of self-help groups assessed the occurence of various helping processes in their groups. Found self-help groups emphasized supportive and expressive processes while avoiding confrontive processes; and behavioral techniques were used more frequently by behavioral control groups than by stress coping groups. (RC)
Descriptors: Affective Behavior, Behavior Modification, Behavior Patterns, Comparative Analysis
