During an inpatient therapy group that uses existential/Gestalt theory, feelings experienced by
clients at the time of their admission to the unit are discussed.
As a silence falls, one member
mentions "We have heard from several people who describe feeling angry. I would like to hear from
some people who experienced other feelings.". The nurse identifies this communication as
exemplifying the group role of
a. energizer.
b. compromiser.
c. encourager.
d. self-confessor.
C
The member is filling the role of encourager by acknowledging those who have contributed and
seeking input from others. Option A: An energizer encourages the group to make decisions or take
an action. Option B: The compromiser yields during a conflict to preserve harmony. Option D: A
self-confessor verbalized feelings or observations unrelated to the group.
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