Given the following case study, analyze the psychological dynamics at play to explain why David was receptive to Michael's feedback but not the therapist's.

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Individuals in group therapy for sexual abuse are often more receptive to feedback about their behavior when it comes from fellow group members rather than from a therapist.

Higher Acceptance of Peer Feedback for Sexual Abusers in Group Therapy

A therapist is facilitating a group session for individuals who have committed sexual offenses. One member consistently downplays the severity of his actions and resists the therapist's attempts to challenge his perspective. According to the typical dynamics observed in such groups, which of the following strategies would be the most effective for the therapist to employ next?

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