A comprehensive resource manual, this book looks at the theory and development of group work as a form of family therapy, the settings in which group work may be used, and effective therapeutic methods. The book also discusses how to deal with themes that may orient groups and the administrative and management concerns involved in groups work.

Foreword by Robin Skynner. Preface. Part 1. Theoretical and Practical Issues. 1. Introduction. 2. Structural and Organisational Aspects. 3. Conceptual Frameworks. 4. Evaluation. Part 2. Developmental Perspectives. 5. Developmental Considerations in Therapeutic Provisions. 6. Emotional Development. 7. Empathy and Prosocial Development. 8. Historical Development of Group Psychotherapy. Part 3. Tools and Techniques. 9. Play, Activities, Exercises and Games. 10. Art Psychotherapy Groups. 11. Relaxation, Visualization and Nourishment. 12. Use of Drama. 13. Use of Interpretation. Part 4. Subjects and Themes. 14. Bereaved Children and Adolescents. 15. Encopresis. 16. Victims and Perpetrators of Sexual Abuse. 17. Group Work with Young Offenders. 18. Race, Identity and Culture. Part 5. Contexts and Settings. 19. Group Work in Schools. 20. Group Work in Residential Child Care. 21. Group Work in Child Mental Health Services. 22. Group Work in the Youth Service. 23. Groupwork with Children and Adolescents in a Therapeutic Community. About the Authors. Index.