NR565 VERIFIED EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Phases of Group Formation
-Forming
-Storming
-Norming
-Performing
-Adjourning
Forming
-getting acquainted and orientation to the group process.
-Most interactions are social as members get to know each other.
Storming
-phase is one of transition and is often marked by conflict, anxiety, and ambiguity as
members define themselves by testing or acting out behaviors and define group norms.
Norming
-marked by group cohesion and the formation of the therapeutic alliance.
-The group develops standards of behavior.
Performing
-Encompasses individual and group growth.
-Members experiment with new ideas or behaviors.
-Conflict may emerge but is dealt with constructively.
Adjourning
-Involves closure for the group or an individual that left.
-Achievements are reviewed and feelings are explored about what worked (and what
didn't), and any feelings of loss.
Selena feels apprehension and asks herself: "What does the group offer me?"
"What is expected of me?" "Will I fit in?"
What phase of group development?
Forming
Adjourning
Performing
,Storming
Norming
Forming
Rationale: The forming phase involves getting acquainted and orientation to the group
process. Most interactions are social as members get to know each other.
Garrick expresses frustration that Simone fidgets in her seat and appears
disinterested while he's talking. He shouts: "Can't you sit still for just a minute?
What's wrong with you?"
What phase of group development?
Forming
Adjourning
Performing
Storming
Norming
Storming
Rationale: The storming phase is one of transition and is often marked by conflict,
anxiety, and ambiguity as members define themselves by testing or acting out
behaviors and define group norms.
Kara is excited about the topic the group is discussing but respectfully waits for
David to finish speaking before expressing her enthusiasm.
What phase of group development?
Forming
Adjourning
Performing
Storming
Norming
, Norming
Rationale: The norming phase is marked by group cohesion and the formation of the
therapeutic alliance. The group develops standards of behavior.
Chimene emulates the therapist's communication techniques when responding to
another member of the group.
What phase of group development?
Forming
Adjourning
Performing
Storming
Norming
Performing
Rationale: The performing stage encompasses individual and group growth. Members
experiment with new ideas or behaviors. Conflict may emerge but is dealt with
constructively.
Leonard expresses how much he appreciates the other members of the group
and how much he will miss meeting with them.
What phase of group development?
Forming
Adjourning
Performing
Storming
Norming
Adjourning
Rationale: The adjourning phase involves closure for the group or an individual that left.
Phases of Group Formation
-Forming
-Storming
-Norming
-Performing
-Adjourning
Forming
-getting acquainted and orientation to the group process.
-Most interactions are social as members get to know each other.
Storming
-phase is one of transition and is often marked by conflict, anxiety, and ambiguity as
members define themselves by testing or acting out behaviors and define group norms.
Norming
-marked by group cohesion and the formation of the therapeutic alliance.
-The group develops standards of behavior.
Performing
-Encompasses individual and group growth.
-Members experiment with new ideas or behaviors.
-Conflict may emerge but is dealt with constructively.
Adjourning
-Involves closure for the group or an individual that left.
-Achievements are reviewed and feelings are explored about what worked (and what
didn't), and any feelings of loss.
Selena feels apprehension and asks herself: "What does the group offer me?"
"What is expected of me?" "Will I fit in?"
What phase of group development?
Forming
Adjourning
Performing
,Storming
Norming
Forming
Rationale: The forming phase involves getting acquainted and orientation to the group
process. Most interactions are social as members get to know each other.
Garrick expresses frustration that Simone fidgets in her seat and appears
disinterested while he's talking. He shouts: "Can't you sit still for just a minute?
What's wrong with you?"
What phase of group development?
Forming
Adjourning
Performing
Storming
Norming
Storming
Rationale: The storming phase is one of transition and is often marked by conflict,
anxiety, and ambiguity as members define themselves by testing or acting out
behaviors and define group norms.
Kara is excited about the topic the group is discussing but respectfully waits for
David to finish speaking before expressing her enthusiasm.
What phase of group development?
Forming
Adjourning
Performing
Storming
Norming
, Norming
Rationale: The norming phase is marked by group cohesion and the formation of the
therapeutic alliance. The group develops standards of behavior.
Chimene emulates the therapist's communication techniques when responding to
another member of the group.
What phase of group development?
Forming
Adjourning
Performing
Storming
Norming
Performing
Rationale: The performing stage encompasses individual and group growth. Members
experiment with new ideas or behaviors. Conflict may emerge but is dealt with
constructively.
Leonard expresses how much he appreciates the other members of the group
and how much he will miss meeting with them.
What phase of group development?
Forming
Adjourning
Performing
Storming
Norming
Adjourning
Rationale: The adjourning phase involves closure for the group or an individual that left.
