Title: Group Life-Cycle - Working in Groups | SkillsYouNeed
Headings: 
Group Life-Cycles
Tuckman's Stages of Group Development
Stage One:
The Establishment and Formation of the Group (Forming)
At this initial stage, individuals in the group are brought together.
Stage Two:
Group Conflict and Fragmentation (Storming)
Stage Three:
The Development of Group Norms (Norming)
Stage Four:
The Working Stage (Performing)
This stage is when the group will be most concerned with carrying out its aims and serving its purpose.
Stage Five:
The Disbanding Stage (Adjourning/Mourning)

Content: Stage Five: The Disbanding Stage (Adjourning/Mourning)
Some groups have a limited life span. These include groups which come together during a training course or pressure groups which are drawn together to achieve a specific aim. If the group's objectives are met, there may no longer be a reason to continue. For many groups, this can be a time of sadness and mourning and often some members will be reluctant to see the group break up. To help the group through this time, the leader may decide a definite ending date. A clear evaluation of the group's achievements will allow the group to end on a high note. Symbolic endings such as a party or a meal out are important ways of celebrating and recognising the group's life. Technology makes it a lot easier for members of disbanded groups to stay in touch, email and social-media enable professional connections to be strengthened and friendships developed. Continue to: