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Published Online:https://doi.org/10.1176/ajp.125.2.249

The membership and dynamics of self-help weight-reduction groups, which are successful for a number of obese women, are explored. While such a group probably accomplishes no alteration in personality, it strengthens existing defenses. The authors were struck by the theme of aggression played out among members.

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