Navigating the Social Landscape: A Rationale and Method for Interpersonal Group Therapy with Pre-adolescent Boys

Abstract

Discussion of theoretical rationale, form and content of therapy groups for pre-adolescent boys emphasizing practice in interpersonal competence in addition to teaching social skills. Members' individual developmental stage, group development, and the construction of social order by children inform the structuring of group and the evaluation of members' progress. Roles and responsibilities of group members, parents or guardians, and therapist(s) as the treatment team are described as essential components for efficacy.