Group development as constructed social reality revisited: The constructivism of small groups

Journal/Book: Fam Soc-J Contemp Hum Serv. 1996; 77: 11700 West Lake Park Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53224. Family Service Amer. 336-344.

Abstract: Constructivism fan be wed in small groups as specific techniques are applied for behavior changes in a group setting. Constructivism can also be wed to describe group processes. The author presents a constructivist reexamination of group development, that is, how individuals come together to form a shared reality of their group experience. The study and treatment we of small groups present an especially good venue from which to view how constructivism and social constructionism meet. Several practice implications of the group-development model are identified and discussed, along with two constructivist techniques particularly well suited to the group modality.

Note: Article AM Brower, Univ Wisconsin, Sch Social Work, Madison, WI 53706 USA

Keyword(s): BEHAVIOR

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