ocd action - support groups – satwant singh
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OCD Action - Support Groups – Satwant SinghTRANSCRIPT
Support GroupsSatwant SinghNurse Consultant in CBT & MH
AimsUnderstand the principles of support groups
Role of ground rules and setting appropriate rules
Practice of running groups and setting good practice
Maintaining of safety of groups
Dealing with difficulties that may arise
Containing the group
Support for the facilitator
Group workWhat are groups and what is the function of the
groups?
GroupsTypes
Treatment groups
Support groups
Open
Close
Treatment groups Formal
Structured
Specific treatment outcomes
Facilitated by a therapist
Has a start and end date
Evaluated- outcomes
Limited number of people attending
Support groups Formal
Informal
Less structured
Different aims and objectives- more of a supportive role
Not leaning towards treatment
Facilitated by group member/sufferer/volunteer
On going no time limit
No limit to numbers
What are the key ingredients in setting up a group?List the key ingredients in setting up a group?
What are ground rules and how do you develop them?Brain storming exercise
Ground rulesCrucial
They help set the scene e.g. starting and ending time
Provides structure of the group Provides a context to the group e.g. sufferers
only Provide rules to govern the group e.g. disruptive
behaviour, alcohol, drug taking the group Provides a framework for all members of the
group to work in Maintains safety of the group
Ground rules continuedConfidentiality
Respecting others, value their views and what they have
Mutual trust
Starting and ending time
Membership
Responsibilities and roles
Issues relating to child protection, abuse etc
Setting good practiceAims and objectives of group- what, why and
what is it to achieve
Ground rules- provides a structure to work within and need to be developed with the group
Appropriate environment, time and safe
Access
Frequency
Setting up good practiceSit in other groups
To observe and learn Support and developing support network Networking
Have a co facilitator Provides support Cover And help to deal with difficult situations
Have a good knowledge of the subject area
What difficulties may ariseIn small groups discuss what difficulties that may arise and how will you deal with them?
Difficulties that may ariseBreach of confidentiality
Abusive behaviour
Disrespect to members of the group
Alcohol and drug related
Not adhering to boundaries
Criminal activities and damage e.g. theft, damage to property
Feeling stuck not knowing how to respond etc
Containing the groupNeed to have the skills in containing the group
Involves working to the aims and objectives Keeping in on track and not deviating Ensuring that the group is not about reassurance
but normalisation Recognising patterns that are emerging Negotiating difficulties that arise
Inappropriate behaviour Inappropriate material for the group
How do you develop the skills to contain the group?Consider how would you develop these skills?
Support for the facilitator Do go and sit in and observe other groups
Ensure that there is a co-facilitator
Develop a network with other group facilitators e.g. OCD groups
Have regular peer supervision sessions
Have regular contact with OCD action to be aware of any updates etc
List of local services, other groups, treatment centres
Resources e.g. reading materials etc
Take awayReflecting on this session- I would like you to spend a few minutes and feedback what would you take away from this group?