Group MembersContent/ProcessThe content of the group is to participate in an unfamiliar activity by following the cues of the group leader. Regarding the process, the group followed the gestures of the group leader without any verbalization. Although a nonverbal group, the group was still capable of performing group processes. Developmental StagesBoth the Schultz and Tuckman developmental stages are not appropriate for a Level 2 group. Due to the groups low cognitive level and inability to process abstract information, group members will not be able to enter or move within the phases of both groups. Client-Centered Group Empathy As the group leader, I communicated empathy through the use of touch. At the beginning, end, and throughout the session, I hugged members with a soft pat on the shoulder or holding their hand to reinforce understanding Comparisons Comparison is not a factor for Level 2 members; group members have low cognitive levels and an inability to process the abstract
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