Introduction and Background portion of the paper should be completed in Unit Two. This portion of the paper should be 3 pages in length and include the following:

Introduction and Background: Domestic Violence
Write an introduction explaining the specific population or problem type to be served.  What are the presenting challenges and what type of group would be most beneficial for the identified challenges?
Who should be included in the group and how should they benefit?
Why is there a need for the type of group?
What research exists for this type of group?
What does the research say about group work with this population?
What’s the background of group work with this population?
What do we know from research?
Does the research support your approach?  If so, in what ways?