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Peer reviewedFlack, Ruth; Grayer, Elinor D. – Social Work, 1975
This article describes three consciousness-raising groups for obese women which met to explore what it is like to be fat in a thin-oriented society, to enhance their self-esteem, and to help the women recognize that being fat is one of many choices a person may legitimately make for herself. (Author/EJT)
Descriptors: Eating Habits, Females, Group Counseling, Health
Peer reviewedHiltz, S. Roxanne – Family Coordinator, 1975
Focuses upon the problems and successes encountered at the Widows Consultation Center in the use of therapeutic discussion groups as a method of counseling widows and helping them to build a new life. (Author)
Descriptors: Death, Family Problems, Females, Group Counseling
Peer reviewedSimmons, Carolyn H.; Parson, Ruth J. – Adolescence, 1983
Describes and evaluates the Life Choices Program for girls (N=66) aged 9 to 12, which emphasizes empowerment as an intervention. Comparison of the Life Choices participants with controls (N=50) showed no significant differences in locus of control. Differences in values suggest Life Choices participants are more aware of role alternatives. (JAC)
Descriptors: Empowerment, Females, Group Guidance, Intermediate Grades
