The ultimate goal of a self-help group is to

A) collect records for research purposes.
B) prepare participants for careers in therapy.
C) encourage the individual to deal with their own problems.
D) share professional treatment information.

The ultimate goal of a self-help group is to encourage the individual to deal with their own problems. The group provides a supportive environment where members can share experiences and coping techniques. The focus is on empowering individuals to take ownership of their issues and work towards solutions, rather than relying solely on professional treatment or advice. While self-help groups may collect information for research purposes or share treatment information, these are not the primary goals of the group. Similarly, while participating in a self-help group may provide useful skills or experience for a career in therapy, this is not the purpose of the group.