Question 1: What do you think of the position those professional groups leaders must eventually develop establish their own guidelines for effective practice? As far as you are concerned, what role do the established ethical codes and standards play in developing your ethical decision-making practices as a group leader?
Question 2: What is your reaction to this statement: "If you lead groups that are clearly beyond the scope of your preparation, you are practicing unethically and are at risk for malpractice." What are some ways you might acquire competence in group facilitation if your work setting expected you do conduct groups?
Question 3: In your own case, how might gaining experience as a group member affect your ability to lead a group? Would you want to be a member of a group? Why or why not?