Feedback is given by group members as well as by Dr. Lineon. The weekly 2 hour real time meetings in the chat room provide an opportunity to socialize and increase the feeling of being connected. Dr. Lineon refers members to web pages that provided psychoeducational material that addressed recovery from shyness. He also monitors members postings very closely to see if any misunderstandings arise. When needed, Dr. Lineon sends privet email to individual members to help them avoid such misunderstandings.
Members share with each other the addresses of web sites and other resources they find useful.
Towards the end of the 12 week period, closure for group members is effected along similar lines as f2f treatment. Members are asked to summarize the gains they feel they have made, and comment on the insights they see others have achieved. 1V. B. Discussion of hypothetical case. One of the known advantages of text based relationships is the ease and convenience of access. By providing therapy on an email discussion list, clients have the ability to schedule their participation at their optimal time.