What is the primary focus of the Social Goals Model of Group Practice?

• A. Group-as-a-whole focus
• B. Diagnosis and treatment
• C. Influencing wide range of small group experiences and increasing social consciousness
• D. Medical model

Answer: (C)

The essential idea is to use group experiences as a vehicle for social change and awareness. The Social Goals Model treats the group as a platform to influence a broad range of small-group activities and to raise members’ social consciousness, empowering them to engage with and act on social issues beyond the group itself. This approach prioritizes collective action, democratic participation, and skills that contribute to positive social impact, rather than diagnosing individuals or delivering clinical treatment. It’s about shaping behavior and attitudes in service of broader social goals, not just improving one person’s well‑being.