, ASSIGNMENT 01 DUE DATE: 12 MARCH 2024
Unique No: 632428
This Assignment consists of two compulsory questions. Please spend time reading
through the questions until you fully understand what you are required to do.
QUESTION 1
1.1. Using Toseland and Rivas’ definition of group work as a basis,
define the term “group work” in your own words. (02)
1.2. Identify and briefly explain three advantages of group treatment by means
of practical examples. (06)
1.3. Status plays a significant role in group dynamics. Briefly discuss status,
with an emphasis on how you can utilise it in group work. (05)
1.4. Identify and briefly describe five benefits of co-leadership. (03)
1.5. Discuss a coalition as a type of community-based group and
explain how you can use it in practice. (05)
1.6. Describe the skill of disclosure and circumstances in which it can be used
in group work. (02)
1.7. Distinguish between group work and casework using a practical a practical
example. (02)
Subtotal [25]
QUESTION 2
This question is based on the case study provided below. Read the case study
carefully and make sure you understand it before you answer the questions that follow.
Also ensure that you carefully read the questions before you start answering them.
Case study
Nonjabulo and Matome have been married for the past 15 years. Although their
marriage has been characterised by normal marital challenges, they are now faced
with a serious problem. Nonjabulo just found out that Matome has a serious drug
addiction. She unsuccessfully tried to get Matome to consult medical practitioners to
get help. Matome doesn’t acknowledge that he has a problem. According to him, he
is experiencing an ancestral calling and is fulfilling his ancestors’ wishes by using
drugs. In their neighbourhood there is a group that focuses mainly on lessons and
activities aimed at teaching teenagers about the dangers of substance abuse. The
members of the group have never been involved in substance abuse. The group
merely serves as a preventative mechanism. Nonjabulo decides to approach the
group’s facilitator and asks him if Matome can enrol in the group. The facilitator agrees,
and Nonjabulo manages to convince Matome to join the group. The next day
Nonjabulo takes Matome to the group so that he can begin with the process of
rehabilitation. However, the difference in age and maturity between Matome and the
other group members poses a big challenge. Matome is 45 years old and has been
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