Theory of Group Dynamics

CLI GR521 - Theory of Group Dynamics

Credits: 2

This course is designed to provide basic understanding of groups through didactic and experimental learning. Critical facets of group functioning are studied and experienced to apply key concepts that are relevant to and alive in groups: boundaries, contract, development, cohesiveness, conflict management, and working alliances. These concepts will be examined in a variety of groups to help students to understand critical events which occur in any type of large or small group. Open only to students in the doctoral program in Clinical Psychology.