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ERIC Number: EJ231748
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1980-Sep
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Psychological Effects of Intestinal Bypass Surgery.
Wampler, Richard S.; And Others
Journal of Counseling Psychology, v27 n5 p492-99 Sep 1980
Preoperative and postoperative intestinal bypass patients were evaluated. Results suggest that postoperative bypass patients have improved psychological health and an increased sense of freedom and well-being but may need assistance in improving self-concepts. (Author)
Descriptors: Counseling Techniques, Emotional Adjustment, Females, Obesity, Patients, Physical Characteristics, Self Concept, Social Adjustment, Social Isolation, Stereotypes, Surgery
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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