The Role of Group Therapy in Chemical Dependency Treatment
The nature of human beings is social, which makes group therapy in chemical dependency treatment a powerful therapeutic tool. Group therapy usually focuses on psycho-education, skills development, cognitive-behavior, support, and interpersonal process psychotherapy. The knowledge and behavioral modifications learned through these groups therapies is very effective in regards to the success rate of staying sober after the addict leaves the substance abuse rehab facility. Group therapy focuses on several things such as peer support, information and feedback from peers, social skills training, a reduction in the addict’s feelings of isolation thus giving the recovering addict the hope, support and encouragement necessary to break free from substance abuse.
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April 1st, 2008 at 2:35 pm
Irving Yalom, a seminal theorist in group therapy believed that one of the most powerful functions of the group is to help each member see the effect that they have on other people. Alcoholics and other addicts tend to have difficulty with interpersonal relationships. A well functioning group can act as a mirror in which members can see their own behavior and attitudes through the eyes of the group. The group members have an opportunity to decide if they like the effect they have on others, and if not they can choose to change it. Group therapy complements 12 Step meetings by allowing members to process their feelings and offer feedback to one another.
April 19th, 2008 at 11:01 am
Sandy
Where, on the internet, can I get material for groups; such as hanouts and group excercises for Addiction and Recovery Group Therapy? I am trying to facilitate a group and need some guidance.
Thanks,
Denise
September 3rd, 2008 at 7:52 am
I need guidance on how to facilitate a group therapy for alcohol and drug addiction. where can i get handouts and other literature on group exercises for adult men? And what is my role as a good and productive facilitater?
October 21st, 2008 at 9:43 am
Hello! interning as an addiction counselor and would like to find an internet resource for group therapy exercises, specifically dealing with addiction related issues, such as denial and rationalizations. Can anyone offer some suggestions? It does not look like any elses questions have been answered yet, maybe because I am new to the site and am not sure how to navigate. Any advice?
November 24th, 2008 at 12:11 pm
I too would love some great and newer ideas for leading a substance abuse process group. Don’t see that anyone has responded yet to the other inquiries.
Thanks,
Lea
February 12th, 2009 at 1:17 pm
Her is a website with Great resources…offers free material and videos directly related to chemical dependency and group sessions.
http://www.samhsa.gov/shin/
February 13th, 2009 at 4:03 pm
Thanks, Megan. I read the SAMHSA website all the time. It’s definitely a great resource.
February 1st, 2010 at 9:39 am
I need information , ideals and suggestion on the steps to take to make my Group therapy most helpful and beneficial to the clients. I would like suggestion of medial aides, material handouts and more .
Thanks
May 31st, 2010 at 4:45 pm
Happy Memorial Day!! Once again thinking the guys and gals for their bravery and honor in taking the challenge of losing their life to keep ours free and with voice.
May i please request assistance in hand-outs,quiz, and literature fo chemicl dependency forf group therapy . I will be recredenialing for the first time in january 2011 as a CASAC (Addiction Specialist) Mon.Anger management, Tues.-chemical dep., wed. life skills, thurs.-health and wellness,fri. relapse prev. and sat. principles of recovery. Any guidance would be appreciated. Thank-You Audrey F. Carney CASAC
*I don’t own a website.
June 2nd, 2010 at 3:13 pm
I am in need of ideas and suggestion to make addiction group more motivational, also activities to make learning more appealing to group members