The mediator suggested to the unit staff that a group agreement needed to be made so meetings could become productive. For example, the group agreement, "We will speak supportively," prevents:
a. Expression of opposing ideas.
b. Gossip and making negative comments about absent team members.
c. Efforts to ensure that everyone thinks alike.
d. Votes that oppose motions.
B
This is an example of a rule that a team can implement to prevent certain negative behaviors such as gossip, backbiting, and bickering that undermine the productivity and functioning of a group.
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1. "You have generalized anxiety; I will teach you some relaxation techniques." 2. "This sounds like social anxiety. You need to calm down and you'll be fine." 3. "You have posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and it is time for your therapy session." 4. "This is called panic disorder; I'll get your medication for you."