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Published Online:https://doi.org/10.1176/ajp.108.5.358

A method of teaching group dynamics by forming groups is described and some of our experience with it detailed. In evaluating the experience, the opinions of participants vary widely but most report that they have learned something and may have carried over their newly formulated experience into other groups. The bridge between theory and practice is readily crossed by this method of teaching and many people come away with new insights into how to observe and/or conduct both themselves and group meetings more effectively.

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