WU Roleplay Unveils Hidden Dynamics Discussion

Role-play can help clients gain insight into how different behaviors may affect different situations. Clients who utilize role-play may have an emotional release or identify a fear or challenge. Role-playing may also be useful in helping with unresolved personal conflicts and helping the client visualize how they appear to others. Using role-play allows the client the courage to express real feelings without repercussions or a negative response. In this Discussion, you consider the varied applications of role-play in social work settings.

LEARNING RESOURCES

Required Readings

• Toseland, R. W., & Rivas, R. F. (2017). An introduction to group work practice (8th ed.). Boston, MA: Pearson.
  • Chapter 9, “Treatment Groups: Foundation Methods” (pp. 264–294)
  • Chapter 10, “Treatment Groups: Specialized Methods” (pp. 295–335)

Required Media

• Walden University, LLC. (Producer). (2013). Sessions: Levy, episode 6 [Video file]. Baltimore, MD: Author.

Post the following:

• Describe one type of role-play technique you could use in a specific group setting.
• Explain who would benefit from this technique and why.