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Group Formation.

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+Primary Groups.

Small, long-term groups characterised by more intimate communication, high levels of cohesiveness and security within the group,

examples ; family, friends, councilors.

+Secondary Group

Larger, less intimate more goal- focused group.

Examples; Workplaces, classes, school year groups.

+Temporary groups.

Formed for a particular purpose and disband when that purpose is fulfilled.

Examples; class assignment groups, help groups , peer support, sporting groups

+Permanent groups.

These groups are long standing and have strong connections and similar interests.

Examples; family and friends.

+Formal groups.

These groups have specific goals and established boundaries and protocols.

Examples ; work teams, police, FBI, schools, religious groups.

+Informal groups.

These groups occur as a need arises and do not reply on structured organisation.

Examples ; extended family, acquaintances.