Which Comment Should the Leader of a Newly Formed Group

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which comment should the leader of a newly formed group include in the initial meeting?

• A) "It is important for everyone to arrive on time for our group."
• B) "Talking to family members about our group will help us achieve our goals."
• C) "Everyone is expected to share a personal experience at each group meeting."
• D) "Groups provide more cost-effective treatment in this time of budget constraints."

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Definitions:

Superordinate Goals

Objectives that require the cooperation of two or more parties with typically conflicting interests, thus promoting collaboration between them.

Dominate

To have control or exert power over; often implies overpowering or leading others in a particular context or situation.

Outgroup

Any group with which an individual does not identify or feel a part of, often viewed with prejudice or hostility.

Stereotype Content Model

A social psychology theory suggesting that stereotypes along two dimensions, warmth and competence, determine our feelings towards social groups.