BSW3702
ASSIGNMENT 1 (SEMESTER 1)
DUE DATE: 12 March 2024
Written Assignment Submission Guidelines:
Please ensure that your assignment is submitted electronically through the myUnisa platform no
later than 12 March 2024. Kindly note that fax or email submissions will not be accepted.
NB: Assignment submitted to the lecturer(s) through email will not be considered.
QUESTION 1:
1.1. Define "group work" using Toseland and Rivas' definition. (2)
Answer:
Using Toseland and Rivas' definition, group work can be defined as a collaborative process where
individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives come together to achieve
common goals or objectives. It involves active participation, mutual support, and interpersonal
interaction among group members to address personal, social, or organizational issues.
1.2. Identify and explain three advantages of group treatment with practical examples. (6)
Answer:
Increased Perspective:
➢ Group treatment offers diverse perspectives and experiences, providing members with different
insights and solutions to their problems. For example, in a support group for individuals
struggling with addiction, members can share their experiences and coping strategies, offering
hope and inspiration to others.
ASSIGNMENT 1 (SEMESTER 1)
DUE DATE: 12 March 2024
Written Assignment Submission Guidelines:
Please ensure that your assignment is submitted electronically through the myUnisa platform no
later than 12 March 2024. Kindly note that fax or email submissions will not be accepted.
NB: Assignment submitted to the lecturer(s) through email will not be considered.
QUESTION 1:
1.1. Define "group work" using Toseland and Rivas' definition. (2)
Answer:
Using Toseland and Rivas' definition, group work can be defined as a collaborative process where
individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives come together to achieve
common goals or objectives. It involves active participation, mutual support, and interpersonal
interaction among group members to address personal, social, or organizational issues.
1.2. Identify and explain three advantages of group treatment with practical examples. (6)
Answer:
Increased Perspective:
➢ Group treatment offers diverse perspectives and experiences, providing members with different
insights and solutions to their problems. For example, in a support group for individuals
struggling with addiction, members can share their experiences and coping strategies, offering
hope and inspiration to others.
