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encounter movement

encounter movement

a trend toward the formation of small groups in which various techniques, such as confrontation, games, and reenactment, are used to stimulate awareness, personality growth, and productive interactions. The movement gained popularity in the 1960s but diminished at the end of the 20th century.

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