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group therapyForm of psychotherapy in which several patients or clients discuss their personal problems, usually in the presence of a therapist or counselor. In one approach to group therapy, the chief aim is to raise members' awareness and morale and combat feelings of isolation by cultivating a sense of belonging to the group; a notable example is Alcoholics Anonymous. The other principal approach strives to foster free discussion and uninhibited self-revelation; members are helped to self-understanding and more successful behaviour through mutual examination of their reactions to people in their lives, including one another. group therapy Psychol the simultaneous treatment of a number of individuals who are members of a natural group or who are brought together to share their problems in group discussion group therapy [¦grüp ′ther·ə·pē] (psychology) Application of psychotherapeutic techniques to a group, including utilization of interactions of members of the group. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| The protocols involve administering three generic medications, including flumanzenil, and prescribed nutritional supplements in a specific sequence over two weekends in an effort to stop the cravings and side effects of withdrawal long enough to enable traditional counseling and group therapy to take hold. 95/individual annual subscription This program allows speech-language pathologists to schedule both individual and group therapy sessions. a respiratory illness lasting >14 days, hemoptysis, or weight loss of unclear cause; and 3) continued contact with Socios en Salud (the community-based organization working with the Ministry of Health on this MDR-TB treatment project) through the network of health promoters, patient group therapy sessions, and a social assistance program. |
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