Hello, can anyone help me with the following questions:

Due to oppression and discrimination that many diverse members of counseling groups have faced, it is recommended that the group be a place where the subject of __________ can be openly explored.

A. Civil rights

B. Hatred

C. Revenge

D. Imbalance of power

I selected B. because being able to openly explore why others hate certain groups and or understanding one’s own hatred towards others can help defuse revenge.

A fundamental concern when choosing a meeting place for a group is:

A. Parking

B. Access to public transportation

C. Comfort

D. Sound conduction within the building

I selected C. but after reading the following I had some doubts and was leading to selecting D.
“Members must be assured that they will not be overheard by people in adjoining rooms. Groups often fail because of their physical setting.”

Which of the following can greatly reduce the risk of a counselee withdrawing from a group prematurely?

A. A well thought-out counselor/counselee match

B. Proper theoretical orientation on the part of the leader

C. Steadfastness on the part of the group leader

D. Proper screening

For this question, I selected D. but then I was leaning towards selecting B. because a counselor who does not have the knowledge to guide his group can easily discourage members.

I would go with B, D, D.

On the last question, counselee screening is the key: they have to know themselves, be honest with themselves, and open to change. A member who is closed mind (know it alls) will not be receptive to change, nor likely to stay with the program.

Thank you. "Adequate preparation and screening can reduce the risk of members leaving a group prematurely" D is correct as you indicated.

For the first question, the recommended answer is D. "Imbalance of power" because due to oppression and discrimination, it is important for the counseling group to be a safe space where the power dynamics can be openly explored and addressed.

To arrive at this answer, you would first analyze the question and identify the key information provided - "oppression and discrimination." Then, you would consider the options given: A. Civil rights, B. Hatred, C. Revenge, and D. Imbalance of power. Out of these options, "Imbalance of power" directly addresses the issue of oppression and discrimination and is therefore the most suitable answer.

For the second question, the recommended answer is D. "Sound conduction within the building" because one of the fundamental concerns when choosing a meeting place for a counseling group is to ensure that members can freely express themselves without fear of being overheard by others. This is crucial for maintaining confidentiality and creating a safe environment for open discussion.

To arrive at this answer, you would carefully consider each option: A. Parking, B. Access to public transportation, C. Comfort, and D. Sound conduction within the building. While all of these factors may be important, the key concern here is the ability to maintain privacy within the chosen meeting place, which is best indicated by the option "Sound conduction within the building."

For the third question, the recommended answer is A. "A well thought-out counselor/counselee match" because a personalized and appropriate match between the counselor and the counselee can greatly reduce the risk of premature withdrawal from the group. This match ensures that the counselee feels understood, supported, and heard, which can significantly enhance their engagement and willingness to stay in the group.

To arrive at this answer, you would evaluate each option: A. A well thought-out counselor/counselee match, B. Proper theoretical orientation on the part of the leader, C. Steadfastness on the part of the group leader, and D. Proper screening. While all of these elements can contribute to the success of a counseling group, the most effective approach to reducing premature withdrawal is through a strong counselor/counselee match, as it establishes a solid foundation for building trust and rapport.