Which group therapy concept involves a group leader encouraging members to compare each other based on what is shared?

• A. Bridging
• B. Linking
• C. Scaffolding
• D. Cohesion

Answer: (B)

Linking is the process at work here. In group therapy, linking involves the facilitator inviting members to relate what someone has shared to their own experiences or to another member’s disclosure, highlighting common themes and building interpersonal connections. This practice helps members see that they’re not alone and fosters a sense of universality, which strengthens the group’s bond and support. The action described—encouraging members to compare what is shared—maps directly onto linking, making it the most fitting concept. Other terms describe different mechanisms: bridging focuses on connecting across subgroups or contexts, scaffolding provides supportive structure to help members engage, and cohesion refers to the overall sense of togetherness rather than the specific technique of prompting comparisons.