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Schopler, Janice H.; Galinsky, Maeda J. – Health & Social Work, 1993
On basis of literature review, distinguishes support groups from self-help and treatment groups. Proposes open systems model for understanding factors that affect support groups, for guiding interventions, and for evaluating their outcomes. Describes four conceptual dimensions: environmental conditions; participant group characteristics; group…
Descriptors: Evaluation, Models, Self Help Programs, Social Support Groups
Desai, Hemant K. – 1991
The nature of the processes involved in the phenomena of psychological change and self-development as related to the concept of self-help and mutual aid are examined in this paper. Awareness, motivation, and self-actualization are seen as part of a fundamental process of growth and development. It is suggested that a parallel to the personal…
Descriptors: Coping, Helping Relationship, Motivation Techniques, Self Actualization
Giddan, Norman S. – 1988
This overview of peer counseling and self-help groups in contemporary higher education examines current practices and offers recommendations for program development. Section I looks at the historical background and current context of campus peer counseling and social support programs; types and functions of self-help groups; student…
Descriptors: Academic Advising, College Students, Counseling, Counselor Evaluation