If you 're looking for a contemporary book on the dynamics at work during group therapy, "The Schopenhauer Cure" is definitely worth reading. It tells the story of a Therapist who suddenly realizes he's got 12 more months to live. The book reads indeed like a novel but also gives you realistic insights into the dynamics at work during group therapy.

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