Psychology: Research and Review
Sessions | Strategies |
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1st session Relationship building | Group introductions Inform members about the process Share expectations with the group Determine personal aims related to the process Determine rules for the group Assessment and summary of session |
2nd session Internet use and social skills | Become aware of the Internet addictive behaviors Observe negative aspects of long-term Internet use Observe the correlation between excessive Internet use and lack of social skills Use the Internet consciously Assessment and summary of session |
3rd session Self-discipline | Learn strategies for self-control to deal with addictive behaviors Apply these strategies Determine functional aims Assessment and summary of session |
4th session Effective problem-solving strategies | Learn problem-solving strategies to deal with psychological, social, and emotional problems to prevent addictive behaviors Apply these strategies Determine functional aims Assessment and summary of session |
5th session Assertive training | Learn assertive techniques to deal with criticism, conflicts, and expressive self to prevent addictive behaviors Apply these strategies Determine functional aims Assessment and summary of session |
6th session Communication skills | Concept of the importance of face to face communication in in social aspects Gain skills in effective listening and dialog Develop skills to communicate effectively with friends and teachers Avoid social isolation and addictive behaviors Assessment and summary of session |
7th session Effective use of time | Learn strategies for efficient use of time to prevent addictive behaviors Apply these strategies Determine functional aims Assessment and summary of session |
8th session Assessment | Summary of sessions; reviewing experiences during the process Members share assessment of personal development and group development during the process Ensure positive emotions are felt at the end of the process Final activity and appropriate finish to the group |