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Instillation of Hope

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A therapeutic process where clients gain optimism about their future and potential for change, often facilitated by observing others' progress in a group setting.

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Dominator Role

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A group member who takes control of discussions, often interrupting others and monopolizing the conversation, which can hinder group dynamics.

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Termination Rituals

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Appropriate practices to mark the end of a counseling relationship, including gift giving, physical expressions of positive regard, and sharing food.

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Existential Suffering

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According to Viktor Frankl, suffering can have meaning and purpose, contradicting the belief that it is purposeless.

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Working Alliance

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A collaborative relationship between a counselor and client, characterized by mutual agreement on goals and tasks, and a strong emotional bond.

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Catharsis

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The process of releasing and thereby providing relief from strong or repressed emotions, often experienced in group therapy.

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Universality in Group Therapy

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The recognition that others share similar experiences and feelings, which can foster a sense of belonging and reduce feelings of isolation.

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Existential Factors in Therapy

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Elements that address the human condition, such as freedom, responsibility, and the search for meaning, which can influence therapeutic outcomes.

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Blocking Role in Groups

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A behavior where a group member disrupts the flow of conversation or progress, often hindering the group's effectiveness.

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Physical Expression of Positive Regard

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Non-verbal gestures, such as handshakes or hugs, that convey appreciation and support during termination of therapy.