Prevention groups: The shape of things to come.

Abstract

of the special issue and makes a supportive case for the future of effective prevention groups that draws from the pioneer research contained within it. Researchers are summoned to prioritize prevention groups as an important and viable focal area, journals are encouraged to welcome research of this topic (without altering acceptance criteria), concurrence about definitions of key processes and concepts (i.e., how to define prevention groups) is urged, and others are encouraged to draw lessons from the research of the authors contained in the special issue.

Group membership and social identity in addiction recovery.

“…Higher self-efficacy had, in turn, a relationship with decreased appetitive behavior. Taken together, these results complement previous research that has suggested that one’s perception of being part of a group promotes identification with similar others (Brewer, 1991) and allows for peer support and learning vicariously from other group members’ experiences (Kelly et al, 2012; Conyne & Harpine, 2010). In line with SIT and SCT, it also suggests that it is not simply identification with a particular identity that can impact self-efficacy and behavior change.…”

Why wasn’t prevention included? Comment on the special issue on undergraduate education in psychology (2016).

“…The purpose of prevention groups is to enhance members’ strengths and competencies, while providing members with knowledge and skills to avoid harmful situations or mental health problems. (Conyne & Clanton Harpine, 2010, p. 194) A 4-year specialization must also include courses in prevention techniques and group counseling; it must also prepare students to understand neuropsychology, stress, family and marital issues, peer pressure, anger management, youth aggression, bullying, and risky behaviors in general.…”

“…The purpose of prevention groups is to enhance members’ strengths and competencies, while providing members with knowledge and skills to avoid harmful situations or mental health problems. (Conyne & Clanton Harpine, 2010, p. 194)…”