Groupwork theory

A theory of group dynamics postulates that the group moves through certain phases in a more or less linear fashion albeit with regressive times. The stages are popularly known as:

Forming
Women seeking guidance from leader and seeing who the others are and whether they'll fit in. Issue is inclusion versus exclusion.

Storming
Individuality begins to be asserted. Hostility - towards facilitator for not fulfilling (unrealistic) hopes. Internal competition, conflict.

Norming
Renewed energy and hope, differences tolerated, norms established, harmony valued, facilitator is less relied upon.

Performing
Roles chosen and fulfilled. Getting on with the job. Balance between productivity and interpersonal skills. There may still be setbacks but they don't threaten the groups survival.

Termination
Goal evaluation, future plans, departure, loss expressed. May be regression to patterns of exclusion/inclusion by some in denial that the group is about to end. Sadness, ending ritual/celebration. Excitement about new skills and the future.

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