Which of the following will best help the health team to be cohesive?

• A. All members should have advanced degrees in mental health.
• B. A rigid timetable for achievement of goals should be set.
• C. Members should develop mutual trust and good communication skills.
• D. All members should have the same philosophical approach to the clients.

Answer: (B)

Cohesion in a health team comes from how well members trust each other and communicate. When team members feel trusted, they’re more willing to share concerns, admit uncertainties, and ask for help. Open, respectful communication helps everyone understand roles, expectations, and patient needs, so decisions are made together and care is coordinated rather than siloed.

The option that emphasizes building mutual trust and good communication directly creates this collaborative foundation. It encourages psychological safety, smoother information flow, and shared problem solving, which are key to a cohesive team. The other ideas—requiring advanced degrees for all, sticking to a rigid timetable, or having everyone share the same philosophy—don’t by themselves foster close, flexible collaboration and can even hinder it.