Table 2.
Number of “achievers” and “non-achievers” recorded as attending the group counseling sessions
| Group counseling session | Achievers n = 1857 (%) | Non-achievers n = 163 (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 1st group counseling (CID1), week 0, start of LCD | 1857 (100) | 163 (100) |
| 2nd group counseling, week 2 | 1619 (87.2) | 128 (78.5) |
| 3rd group counseling, week 4 | 1582 (85.2) | 123 (75.5) |
| 4th group counseling, week 6 | 1530 (82.4) | 118 (72.4) |
| 5th group counseling (CID2), week 8, end of LCD | 1529 (82.3) | 53 (32.5) |
Abbreviation: CID, clinical investigation day; LCD, low-calorie diet.