title: Task-oriented group in a day hospital.
abstract: The authors report on the usefulness of a task-oriented group in stabilizing acutely psychotic patients. The group was responsible for the task of preparing lunch for a day hospital community and was useful in helping individual patients function in a socially responsive and responsible manner. Theoretical issues raised by the success of such a group are addressed. It is postulated that activity groups may have a broader usefulness than is currently recognized in psychiatry.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D003631:Day Care, Medical; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D011615:Psychotherapy, Group; D011618:Psychotic Disorders / Q000628:therapy