Building on Bion's early theory of group and his later formulations regarding the structure of thought and the role of affect, this work expands on the present understanding of relational theory and... (more)
Questioning the tradition of individual responsibility, this pioneering book also transforms the concept of responsibility by giving centre stage to the relational process rather than to the... (more)
Martin Ringer outlines techniques for understanding groups that should be relevant to those who lead teams in any setting. The result is a guide to both leading a group, and to understanding the... (more)
This is the first book devoted to group therapy applications of Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT). REBT is an active--directive, psychoeducational approach to psychotherapy and as such it is... (more)
A major question facing psychiatrists is how to treat psychosis effectively while maintaining patients' dignity, self respect and, as far as possible, their psychological and social functioning. The... (more)
Stephen Mennell provides an intellectual portrait of the sociologist Norbert Elias, whose work is of increasingly wide interest to students of the humanities and social sciences. (more)
Introducing both the theories and practical applications of small group dynamics, the author shows how an understanding of how groups work and interact can improve the chances of successful team... (more)
Focuses on what is sure to become the most practiced form of mental health care under any managed care system, public or private: short-term group psychotherapy. Comprehensive, "how-to" coverage... (more)
Providing a cost-effective treatment model that is respectful of patients' needs, their strengths, and their limitations, this volume presents the first dynamic and coherent approach to group... (more)
Written by academics and practitioners from around the world, this is a comprehensive overview of the development of therapeutic communities and their benefits in the treatment of drug users.... (more)
As a group analyst concerned with social and psychological issues, Dr Angela Molnos brings a unique perspective to bear on the problems raised, both for society and the individual, by the confusion... (more)
In this practical guide, the author argues that preparation is the most important element in running successful groups, and explores the issues practitioners should need to address. The book shows... (more)
This latest book by one the world's leading protagonists in the field will be welcomed not just by psychologists but by students, academics and professionals interested in social constructionism... (more)
Challenging how we think about small group dynamics, this text covers the integration of standard small group dynamic theory along with chaos theory, the importance of conflict in group development... (more)
This work examines the process of scapegoating from the perspectives of victims and perpetrators, tracing and comparing its development from earliest times as a rite of atonement to the modern forms... (more)
This manual sets out the basic concepts of project-based group work and gives guidelines on managing different elements of the process. It is intended to act as a foundation from which facilitators... (more)
This volume presents a comprehensive overview of the eleven different models of large group intervention, in which employees and customers are brought together. It explores their similarities and... (more)
Drawing on their clinical experience in leading groups and training group leaders, the authors provide a resource filled with examples, guidelines, insights, and ideas that show how group leaders can... (more)