The effectiveness of combined cognitive group therapy and diet therapy on obese women's weight-loss and self efficacy

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.
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.
The result of the study showed a significant difference in weight loss and self- efficacy between the two groups.
These results show the important role of group therapy in decreasing the symptoms and signs of psychological disorders or depression.