A Comparison of the Effects of Different Sociometry Components on Personal and Interpersonal Growth

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  • RORY REMER Author
  • VICKEY S. FINGER Author

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https://doi.org/10.12926/dnwtdt40

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Sociometry

Abstract

In this study, the authors compared the effects of different sociometry components for producing personal and interpersonal growth both in and outside a group context. Starting with "near" (weak) sociometry (the perception of others' social desirability in stated contexts), participants progressed through four phases, the last encompassing full (strong) sociometric involvement (choosing according to a specific criterion, implementation of the choices, and disclosure and exploration of the reasons behind the choices). Multivariate and univariate analyses supported the contention that complete involvement produced the most positive effects on all dependent variables.

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Remer, R., Lima, G. C., Richey-Suttles, S., White, S., & Gentile, T. J. (1995). Using strong sociometry as an interpersonal feedback tool. Journal of Group Psychotherapy, Psychodrama and Sociometry, 48, 79--83.

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2026-01-23

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Vol. 48 No. 3 (1995): Group Psychotherapy, Psychodrama, and Sociometry

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