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Social Interest Scale in Group Psychotherapy

Social Interest Scale in Group Psychotherapy Test

Understand how each member connects, communicates, and engages in the group in about 6 minutes. This 31 item scale supports ongoing tracking and helps target support to boost openness and prevent withdrawal.

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9/31

Social Interest Scale (SIS)

Measures the degree of observable social interest and engagement a participant shows within group psychotherapy interactions.

Low social interest

Moderate social interest

High social interest

0 – 13: Low social interest | 14 – 24: Moderate social interest | 25 – 31: High social interest

A score of 9 indicates low observable social interest, suggesting limited engagement and interaction within the group at the time of observation.

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DATA-BASED USER COHORTS

Who Usually Takes This Test?

Group psychotherapists

46%OF USERS

Therapists running group sessions use it to quickly rate each member’s engagement, listening, and support behaviors over time.

Counseling trainees and interns

33%OF USERS

Students and early-career clinicians use it to structure their observations and supervision notes about group dynamics.

Program and clinic supervisors

21%OF USERS

Supervisors use it to monitor participant progress across groups and identify who may need targeted interventions.

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Social Interest Scale (SIS)

Average

19.3

Normal range

15.2 — 23.5

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What does this scale measure?

It rates observable social engagement during group psychotherapy. It focuses on participation, interest in others, listening, and supportive responses.

Who completes the assessment?

It is completed by the psychotherapist or trained group leader. Ratings are based on direct observation of behavior during the session.

How is it administered during a session?

The rater reviews 31 items and marks observed behaviors for a participant. Completion typically requires about 6 minutes per participant.

How should results be used in treatment planning?

Scores support monitoring of engagement over time and help identify targets such as increased participation or reduced withdrawal. Results should be interpreted alongside clinical judgment and other sources of information.

What are common rating considerations?

Ratings should reflect observed behavior in the current group context, not assumptions about personality or intent. Use consistent observation periods and apply the same criteria across sessions when possible.

WHAT THE TEST MEASURES

About This Assessment

Social Interest Scale in Group Psychotherapy Test

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In group treatment settings, clinicians often need a brief way to document how participants engage with others over time. The Social Interest Scale in Group Psychotherapy is a clinician-rated measure intended to capture observable indicators of social engagement within the therapy group.

Based on the therapist’s observations, it provides a structured framework for noting participation, responsiveness to peers, and openness to interpersonal exchange. The instrument includes 31 items and typically takes about 6 minutes to complete. Originally described by Gottesfeld, H.

The Social Interest Scale in Group Psychotherapy may be used to support routine monitoring of group process and to help guide clinical formulation and treatment planning by highlighting patterns of social involvement and interaction across sessions.

Author: Gottesfeld, H.

Literature: Yalom, I. D., & Leszcz, M. The theory and practice of group psychotherapy. Basic Books. 2005.; Gottesfeld, H. A. Social interest scale for group psychotherapy. Individual Psychology: Journal of Adlerian Theory, Research and Practice. 1991.

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