A patient in a therapeutic group expresses resistance by stating, "I need to drop out of this group because I don't think I'm getting enough from it.". Which outcome would be most appropriate for this patient?
a. The patient stays in the group and works out problems.
b. The patient leaves the group and enters individual therapy.
c. The patient stays in the group but enters long-term psychotherapy.
d. The patient leaves the group and enters one that provides more one-on-one time.
A
Patients are screened before admission to a group to assure that it is a therapeutic modality for the patient. Being able to persist in a therapeutic group and work through problems is a successful outcome. The other options identify alternatives to persisting and achieving success with the original modality.
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