تاثیر ترکیبی شناخت درمانی گروهی و رژیم درمانی بر کاهش وزن و خودکارآمدی زنان مبتلا به چاقی

Aim: This survey has assessed the self-efficacy and weight loss in obese women in effectiveness of combining group therapy with dietary therapy versus dietary therapy. Methods: Among 168 patients, after the final estimation, 16 patients have been randomly assigned into 2 groups of group therapy and dietary therapy. Each patient has been weighted and filled the QEWP-R questionnaire. One group received group therapy and after 4 weeks, both groups received dietary therapy in 8 sessions, and every other week. Results: The result of the study showed a significant difference in weight loss and self- efficacy between the two groups. Conclusion: These results show the important role of group therapy in decreasing the symptoms and signs of psychological disorders or depression.