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Wardzinski EK, Richter J, Moenikes S, Duysen KU, Oltmanns KM. Nondietary psychological app program leads to sustained weight loss due to trained physiological satiety perception. Appl Psychol Health Well Being 2024. [PMID: 39095995 DOI: 10.1111/aphw.12581] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2023] [Accepted: 07/15/2024] [Indexed: 08/04/2024]
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Obese people are mostly unable to maintain successful weight loss after the end of a dietary change. One reason is that conventional weight reduction concepts neglect physiological hunger and satiety perception, leading to a relapse to previous eating habits on the long run. We examined the long-term efficacy of a psychological smartphone weight loss program, which avoids any dietary instructions and aims at relearning of satiety perception. Parameters of body weight alterations and psychological features, for example, satiety perception, food cravings, and emotional eating, were explored in a nonrandomized experimental study comprising 75 obese participants. Measurements occurred at baseline, two times during program application, as well as at 6- and 12-month follow-up. Participants displayed significant weight loss during the entire study period (p = .029) and showed an improved body composition at the 6-month follow-up (p = .018). These effects were associated with increased satiety perception, as well as reduced food cravings, and emotional eating habits. Notably, all improvements in measured parameters significantly sustained between the end of the program and the 12-month follow-up (p < .005 for all). Psychological relearning of satiety perception may outclass dietary approaches in terms of long-term efficiency.
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- Ewelina K Wardzinski
- Section of Psychoneurobiology, Center of Brain, Behavior and Metabolism, University of Luebeck, Luebeck, Germany
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- Section of Psychoneurobiology, Center of Brain, Behavior and Metabolism, University of Luebeck, Luebeck, Germany
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- Section of Psychoneurobiology, Center of Brain, Behavior and Metabolism, University of Luebeck, Luebeck, Germany
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- Section of Psychoneurobiology, Center of Brain, Behavior and Metabolism, University of Luebeck, Luebeck, Germany
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- Section of Psychoneurobiology, Center of Brain, Behavior and Metabolism, University of Luebeck, Luebeck, Germany
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Robertson C, Aceves-Martins M, Cruickshank M, Imamura M, Avenell A. Does weight management research for adults with severe obesity represent them? Analysis of systematic review data. BMJ Open 2022; 12:e054459. [PMID: 35641006 PMCID: PMC9157335 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2021-054459] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/06/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE Our objective was to determine the extent to which current evidence from long-term randomised controlled trials (RCTs) of weight management is generalisable and applicable to underserved adult groups with obesity (body mass index (BMI) ≥35 kg/m2). METHODS Descriptive analysis of 131 RCTs, published after 1990-May 2017 with ≥1 year of follow-up, included in a systematic review of long-term weight management interventions for adults with BMI ≥35 kg/m2 (the REBALANCE Project). Studies were identified from MEDLINE, EMBASE, PsychINFO, SCI, CENTRAL and from hand searching. Reporting of trial inclusion and exclusion criteria, trial recruitment strategies, baseline characteristics and outcomes were analysed using a predefined list of characteristics informed by the PROGRESS (Place of residence, Race/ethnicity/culture/language, Occupation, Gender/sex, Religion, Education, Socioeconomic status, Social capital)-Plus framework and the UK Equality Act 2010. RESULTS Few (6.1%) trials reported adapting recruitment to appeal to underserved groups. 10.0% reported culturally adapting their trial materials. Only 6.1% of trials gave any justification for their exclusion criteria, yet over half excluded participation for age or mental health reasons. Just over half (58%) of the trials reported participants' race or ethnicity, and one-fifth reported socioeconomic status. Where outcomes were reported for underserved groups, the most common analysis was by sex (47.3%), followed by race or ethnicity (16.8%). 3.1% of trials reported outcomes according to socioeconomic status. DISCUSSION Although we were limited by poor trial reporting, our results indicate inadequate representation of people most at risk of obesity. Guidance for considering underserved groups may improve the appropriateness of research and inform greater engagement with health and social care services. FUNDING National Institute for Health Research Health Technology Assessment Programme (project number: 15/09/04). PROSPERO REGISTRATION NUMBER CRD42016040190.
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- Clare Robertson
- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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Plasonja N, Brytek-Matera A, Décamps G. Psychological Profiles of Treatment-Seeking Adults with Overweight and Obesity: A Cluster Analysis Approach. J Clin Med 2022; 11:jcm11071952. [PMID: 35407559 PMCID: PMC8999798 DOI: 10.3390/jcm11071952] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/19/2022] [Revised: 03/25/2022] [Accepted: 03/28/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Overweight and obesity are associated with depression and well-being. Some psychological characteristics play a role in explaining well-being and depression in obesity and in identifying specific patient profiles. However, subtyping individuals with overweight/obesity based on variables like self-esteem or stress has not often been done. Therefore, our objective was to explore the psychological profiles of treatment-seeking individuals overweight or with obesity and to compare their depression and well-being. METHODS Data regarding eating self-efficacy, well-being, depression, physical hunger, self-esteem, body satisfaction and perceived stress in individuals with overweight/obesity were collected from the ESTEAM cohort. Hierarchical cluster analysis and mean comparisons were performed on female (n = 1427) and male samples (n = 310). RESULTS Three psychological profiles were identified in both samples. The "High psychological concerns" profile and the "Low psychological concerns" profile were identical in both samples. The third profile, "Bodily concerns", differed by sex and was characterized by appearance dissatisfaction for women and by appearance and eating concerns for men. The "Low psychological concerns" profile presented the highest well-being and the lowest depression scores in both samples. DISCUSSION The findings support the hypothesis of the heterogeneity of individuals with overweight and obesity and suggest sex-related therapeutic approaches.
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- Natalija Plasonja
- Department of Human Sciences, Faculty of Psychology, Université de Bordeaux, LabPsy, EA 4139, F-33000 Bordeaux, France;
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- Department of Human Sciences, Faculty of Psychology, Université de Bordeaux, LabPsy, EA 4139, F-33000 Bordeaux, France;
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Jancey J, Lee AH, James AP, Howat P, Hills AP, Anderson AS, Tran VD, Blackford K. Long-term sustainability of a physical activity and nutrition intervention for rural adults with or at risk of metabolic syndrome. Aust N Z J Public Health 2020; 44:421-426. [PMID: 32955747 DOI: 10.1111/1753-6405.13036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/01/2020] [Revised: 07/01/2020] [Accepted: 07/01/2020] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To determine longer-term (18-month) sustainability of a six-month physical activity and nutrition intervention for 50-69-year-olds with or at risk of metabolic syndrome residing in a rural Australian community. METHODS Participants (n=151) were followed-up at 12 and 18 months post-intervention. Changes in nutrition behaviours (fat and fibre barometer); physical activity behaviours (IPAQ); anthropometry (waist-hip ratio, weight, BMI), blood pressure, blood parameters (triglycerides, glucose, LDL-, HDL-, non-HDL, total-cholesterol) were analysed using t-tests and repeated measures ANOVA. RESULTS Across three time points (6, 12 and 18 months) marginal decrease was observed for waist circumference (p=0.001), a modest increase was observed for diastolic blood pressure (p=0.010) and other outcome measures remained stable. CONCLUSION Maintenance and ongoing improvement of health behaviours in the longer-term is challenging. Future studies must look for ways to embed interventions into communities so they are sustainable and investigate new approaches to reduce the risk of chronic disease. Implications for public health: Metabolic syndrome is a major health issue in Australia and worldwide. Early identification and management are required to prevent the progression to chronic disease. This 18-month follow-up showed that outcomes measures remained relatively stable; however, there is a need to investigate opportunities for embedded community interventions to support long-term health behaviour change.
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- Jonine Jancey
- Collaboration for Evidence, Research and Impact in Public Health (CERIPH), Curtin University, Western Australia.,School of Public Health, Curtin University, Western Australia
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- School of Public Health, Curtin University, Western Australia
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- School of Public Health, Curtin University, Western Australia
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- Collaboration for Evidence, Research and Impact in Public Health (CERIPH), Curtin University, Western Australia.,School of Public Health, Curtin University, Western Australia
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- Centre for Public Health Nutrition Research, Division of Population Health & Genomics, Ninewells Medical School, United Kingdom
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- Department of Public Health, National Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Vietnam
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- Collaboration for Evidence, Research and Impact in Public Health (CERIPH), Curtin University, Western Australia.,School of Public Health, Curtin University, Western Australia
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Murakami JM, Bennett BL, Rand-Giovannetti D, Stefano EC, Latner JD. Enhancing employee wellness: Translating an effective community behavioral weight-loss treatment to the worksite. Nutr Health 2020; 26:215-223. [PMID: 32436453 DOI: 10.1177/0260106020926834] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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BACKGROUND As rates of obesity continue to rise in the USA, there is a need for effective treatments for excess adiposity. Behavioral weight-loss interventions can produce clinically meaningful weight reduction through life-style modifications. However, few studies have evaluated the effectiveness of high-intensity behavioral weight-loss interventions at worksites. AIM The present research investigated the effectiveness of a previously validated behavioral weight-loss intervention in a Hawai'i worksite. METHODS Thirty-six participants were recruited from the employee population of a local employer. Participants received six months of group behavioral weight-loss treatment from trained providers. Anthropomorphic, physiological, psychological, and behavioral assessments were collected pre and post treatment. Select physiological and behavioral assessments were collected every four sessions. RESULTS Sixty-one percent of participants adhered to treatment, and 78% of participants completed treatment. From pre to post treatment, results found that participants achieved clinically significant improvements in weight, body mass index (BMI), and waist circumference, with accompanying physiological, psychological, and behavioral improvements (F(12, 2)=101.379, p=0.010, partial η2=0.998). Analyses revealed that participants also achieved significant changes in weight, BMI, and waist circumference across time points, as well as improvements in specific eating habits. CONCLUSIONS The present study demonstrated the efficacy of a worksite behavioral weight-loss program. The present intervention produced clinically significant weight losses for a large proportion of participants, accompanied by significant improvements in physiological, behavioral, and psychological outcomes. This research is promising for the ongoing implementation of behavioral weight-loss approaches.
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- Jessica M Murakami
- VA Pacific Islands Healthcare System, USA.,Department of Psychology, University of Hawai'i at Mānoa, USA
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- Department of Psychology, University of Hawai'i at Mānoa, USA.,WVU Physicians of Charleston Department of Behavioral Medicine and Psychiatry, Charleston Area Medical Center, USA
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- Department of Psychology, University of Hawai'i at Mānoa, USA.,Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Stanford University, USA
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- Department of Psychology, University of Hawai'i at Mānoa, USA.,School of Medicine, Wake Forest University, USA
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- Department of Psychology, University of Hawai'i at Mānoa, USA
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Bauer K, Lau T, Schwille‐Kiuntke J, Schild S, Hauner H, Stengel A, Zipfel S, Mack I. Conventional weight loss interventions across the different
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obesity classes: A systematic review and quantitative comparative analysis. EUROPEAN EATING DISORDERS REVIEW 2020; 28:492-512. [DOI: 10.1002/erv.2741] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/29/2020] [Revised: 03/29/2020] [Accepted: 04/13/2020] [Indexed: 01/16/2023]
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- Kerstin Bauer
- Department of Psychosomatic Medicine and Psychotherapy University Hospital Tübingen Tübingen Germany
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- Department of Psychosomatic Medicine and Psychotherapy University Hospital Tübingen Tübingen Germany
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- Department of Psychosomatic Medicine and Psychotherapy University Hospital Tübingen Tübingen Germany
- Institute of Occupational and Social Medicine and Health Services Research University of Tübingen Tübingen Germany
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- Department of Psychosomatic Medicine and Psychotherapy University Hospital Tübingen Tübingen Germany
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- Institute of Nutritional Medicine, School of Medicine Technical university of Munich Munich Germany
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- Department of Psychosomatic Medicine and Psychotherapy University Hospital Tübingen Tübingen Germany
- Charité Center for Internal Medicine and Dermatology, Department for Psychosomatic Medicine Charité‐Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin, Humboldt‐Universität zu Berlin, and Berlin Institute of Health Berlin Germany
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- Department of Psychosomatic Medicine and Psychotherapy University Hospital Tübingen Tübingen Germany
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- Department of Psychosomatic Medicine and Psychotherapy University Hospital Tübingen Tübingen Germany
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Bouzas C, Bibiloni MDM, Tur JA. Relationship between Body Image and Body Weight Control in Overweight ≥55-Year-Old Adults: A Systematic Review. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2019; 16:ijerph16091622. [PMID: 31075869 PMCID: PMC6540116 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph16091622] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2019] [Revised: 04/27/2019] [Accepted: 05/07/2019] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Objective: To assess the scientific evidence on the relationship between body image and body weight control in overweight ≥55-year-old adults. Methods: The literature search was conducted on MEDLINE database via PubMed, using terms related to body image, weight control and body composition. Inclusion criteria were scientific papers, written in English or Spanish, made on older adults. Exclusion criteria were eating and psychological disorders, low sample size, cancer, severe diseases, physiological disorders other than metabolic syndrome, and bariatric surgery. Results: Fifty-seven studies were included. Only thirteen were conducted exclusively among ≥55-year-old adults or performed analysis adjusted by age. Overweight perception was related to spontaneous weight management, which usually concerned dieting and exercising. More men than women showed over-perception of body image. Ethnics showed different satisfaction level with body weight. As age increases, conformism with body shape, as well as expectations concerning body weight decrease. Misperception and dissatisfaction with body weight are risk factors for participating in an unhealthy lifestyle and make it harder to follow a healthier lifestyle. Body image disturbance also made it more likely to underreport calorie intake. Conclusions: Aging is associated with a decrease in weight concerns and lower overweight perception, especially in women. However, when designing a program to improve body image in overweight ≥55-year-old adults, three items ought to be considered: physical activity, dietary and behavioral treatments.
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- Cristina Bouzas
- Research Group on Community Nutrition and Oxidative Stress, University of the Balearic Islands & CIBEROBN (Physiopathology of Obesity and Nutrition CB12/03/30038), E-07122 Palma de Mallorca, Spain.
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- Research Group on Community Nutrition and Oxidative Stress, University of the Balearic Islands & CIBEROBN (Physiopathology of Obesity and Nutrition CB12/03/30038), E-07122 Palma de Mallorca, Spain.
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- Research Group on Community Nutrition and Oxidative Stress, University of the Balearic Islands & CIBEROBN (Physiopathology of Obesity and Nutrition CB12/03/30038), E-07122 Palma de Mallorca, Spain.
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Avenell A, Robertson C, Skea Z, Jacobsen E, Boyers D, Cooper D, Aceves-Martins M, Retat L, Fraser C, Aveyard P, Stewart F, MacLennan G, Webber L, Corbould E, Xu B, Jaccard A, Boyle B, Duncan E, Shimonovich M, Bruin MD. Bariatric surgery, lifestyle interventions and orlistat for severe obesity: the REBALANCE mixed-methods systematic review and economic evaluation. Health Technol Assess 2018; 22:1-246. [PMID: 30511918 PMCID: PMC6296173 DOI: 10.3310/hta22680] [Citation(s) in RCA: 56] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Adults with severe obesity [body mass index (BMI) of ≥ 35 kg/m2] have an increased risk of comorbidities and psychological, social and economic consequences. OBJECTIVES Systematically review bariatric surgery, weight-management programmes (WMPs) and orlistat pharmacotherapy for adults with severe obesity, and evaluate the feasibility, acceptability, clinical effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of treatment. DATA SOURCES Electronic databases including MEDLINE, EMBASE, PsycINFO, the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials and the NHS Economic Evaluation Database were searched (last searched in May 2017). REVIEW METHODS Four systematic reviews evaluated clinical effectiveness, cost-effectiveness and qualitative evidence for adults with a BMI of ≥ 35 kg/m2. Data from meta-analyses populated a microsimulation model predicting costs, outcomes and cost-effectiveness of Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) surgery and the most effective lifestyle WMPs over a 30-year time horizon from a NHS perspective, compared with current UK population obesity trends. Interventions were cost-effective if the additional cost of achieving a quality-adjusted life-year is < £20,000-30,000. RESULTS A total of 131 randomised controlled trials (RCTs), 26 UK studies, 33 qualitative studies and 46 cost-effectiveness studies were included. From RCTs, RYGB produced the greatest long-term weight change [-20.23 kg, 95% confidence interval (CI) -23.75 to -16.71 kg, at 60 months]. WMPs with very low-calorie diets (VLCDs) produced the greatest weight loss at 12 months compared with no WMPs. Adding a VLCD to a WMP gave an additional mean weight change of -4.41 kg (95% CI -5.93 to -2.88 kg) at 12 months. The intensive Look AHEAD WMP produced mean long-term weight loss of 6% in people with type 2 diabetes mellitus (at a median of 9.6 years). The microsimulation model found that WMPs were generally cost-effective compared with population obesity trends. Long-term WMP weight regain was very uncertain, apart from Look AHEAD. The addition of a VLCD to a WMP was not cost-effective compared with a WMP alone. RYGB was cost-effective compared with no surgery and WMPs, but the model did not replicate long-term cost savings found in previous studies. Qualitative data suggested that participants could be attracted to take part in WMPs through endorsement by their health-care provider or through perceiving innovative activities, with WMPs being delivered to groups. Features improving long-term weight loss included having group support, additional behavioural support, a physical activity programme to attend, a prescribed calorie diet or a calorie deficit. LIMITATIONS Reviewed studies often lacked generalisability to UK settings in terms of participants and resources for implementation, and usually lacked long-term follow-up (particularly for complications for surgery), leading to unrealistic weight regain assumptions. The views of potential and actual users of services were rarely reported to contribute to service design. This study may have failed to identify unpublished UK evaluations. Dual, blinded numerical data extraction was not undertaken. CONCLUSIONS Roux-en-Y gastric bypass was costly to deliver, but it was the most cost-effective intervention. Adding a VLCD to a WMP was not cost-effective compared with a WMP alone. Most WMPs were cost-effective compared with current population obesity trends. FUTURE WORK Improved reporting of WMPs is needed to allow replication, translation and further research. Qualitative research is needed with adults who are potential users of, or who fail to engage with or drop out from, WMPs. RCTs and economic evaluations in UK settings (e.g. Tier 3, commercial programmes or primary care) should evaluate VLCDs with long-term follow-up (≥ 5 years). Decision models should incorporate relevant costs, disease states and evidence-based weight regain assumptions. STUDY REGISTRATION This study is registered as PROSPERO CRD42016040190. FUNDING The National Institute for Health Research Health Technology Assessment programme. The Health Services Research Unit and Health Economics Research Unit are core funded by the Chief Scientist Office of the Scottish Government Health and Social Care Directorate.
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- Alison Avenell
- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Health Economics Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Health Economics Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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Jane M, Hagger M, Foster J, Ho S, Pal S. Social media for health promotion and weight management: a critical debate. BMC Public Health 2018; 18:932. [PMID: 30055592 PMCID: PMC6064151 DOI: 10.1186/s12889-018-5837-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 50] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2018] [Accepted: 07/12/2018] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Background In 2016 an estimated 1.9 billion adults world-wide were either overweight or obese. The health consequences of obesity are responsible for 2.8 million preventable deaths per year. The WHO now considers obesity as a global epidemic and recommends population-wide health promotion strategies to address this issue. Weight gain is caused by increased energy intake and physical inactivity, so treatment should focus on changes to behaviour regarding diet and physical activity. Discussion The WHO has also recognised the importance of social resources as a valuable agent for behaviour change in health promotion. Social resources are translated at the community level as support provided by significant others such as family, partners and peers, in the form of information, material aid and encouragement. Social support has been shown to improve health and well-being, whereas social isolation has been shown to have a negative impact on health outcomes. Social support provided by peers has been shown to be a useful strategy to employ in weight management programmes. The documented increased use of ICT and social media has presented health promoters with a potentially useful medium to increase social support for weight management. Conclusion While the use of social media for health promotion is an emerging field of investigation, preliminary research suggests that it increases participant engagement, and may provide a cost-effective tool to provide social support for individuals participating in weight management programmes. With stringent privacy protocols in place, social media may be a useful, cost-effective accompaniment to multifactorial weight management programmes. However more research is needed to identify how to make the best use of social media as health promotion tool.
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- Monica Jane
- Curtin University School of Public Health, Perth, Australia
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- Curtin University School of Psychology and Speech Pathology, Perth, Australia
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- Curtin University School of Psychology and Speech Pathology, Perth, Australia.,Health Department of WA, Neurosciences Unit, Perth, Australia
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- Curtin University School of Public Health, Perth, Australia
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- Curtin University School of Public Health, Perth, Australia. .,School of Public Health, Faculty of Health Sciences, Curtin University, GPO Box U1987, Perth, Western Australia, 6845, Australia.
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Braun A, Portner J, Grainger EM, Hill EB, Young GS, Clinton SK, Spees CK. Tele-Motivational Interviewing for Cancer Survivors: Feasibility, Preliminary Efficacy, and Lessons Learned. JOURNAL OF NUTRITION EDUCATION AND BEHAVIOR 2018; 50:19-32.e1. [PMID: 29325658 PMCID: PMC7333356 DOI: 10.1016/j.jneb.2017.05.352] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/20/2017] [Revised: 05/07/2017] [Accepted: 05/14/2017] [Indexed: 05/06/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Determine the feasibility, acceptability, and efficacy of tele-Motivational Interviewing (MI) for overweight cancer survivors. DESIGN Six-month nonrandomized phase 2 clinical trial. SETTING Urban garden and remote platforms. PARTICIPANTS Overweight and obese cancer survivors post active treatment. INTERVENTION Remote tele-MI from a trained registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN). MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary efficacy. ANALYSIS Groups were stratified as users and nonusers based on tele-MI use. Qualitative survey data and remote MI interaction logs were analyzed for trends. Two-sample t tests were performed to assess pre-post intervention changes in physical activity and dietary behaviors, quality of life, self-efficacy, and clinical biomarkers. RESULTS A total of 29 participants completed the intervention. There were 17 tele-MI users (59%) and 12 nonusers (41%). Users were primarily female (88%), breast cancer survivors (59%), college educated (82%), with a mean age of 58 years. Users set 50% more goals, lost more weight (4.8 vs 2.6 kg), significantly improved quality of life (P = .03), and trended more positively in clinical biomarkers (eg, cholesterol, blood pressure) than did nonusers. CONCLUSIONS AND IMPLICATIONS Findings from this study indicate that tele-MI is a feasible and acceptable intervention for overweight cancer survivors after active therapy. Larger randomized trials are needed to establish efficacy and generalizability to a variety of demographic populations.
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- Ashlea Braun
- Medical Dietetics and Health Sciences, School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH
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- Ohio State University College of Social Work, Columbus, OH
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- Comprehensive Cancer Center, Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH
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- Medical Dietetics and Health Sciences, School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH
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- Center for Biostatistics, Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH
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- Comprehensive Cancer Center, Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH; Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Medical Oncology, Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH
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- Medical Dietetics and Health Sciences, School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH; Comprehensive Cancer Center, Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH.
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Effects of a weight management program delivered by social media on weight and metabolic syndrome risk factors in overweight and obese adults: A randomised controlled trial. PLoS One 2017; 12:e0178326. [PMID: 28575048 PMCID: PMC5456050 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0178326] [Citation(s) in RCA: 43] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/10/2016] [Accepted: 05/08/2017] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Introduction The aim of this project was to evaluate the effectiveness of using social media to augment the delivery of, and provide support for, a weight management program delivered to overweight and obese individuals during a twenty four week intervention. Methods Participants randomly divided into either one of two intervention groups or a control group. The two intervention groups were instructed to follow identical weight-management program. One group received the program within a Facebook group, along with a support network with the group, and the other intervention group received the same program in a booklet. The control group was given standard care. Participants’ weight and other metabolic syndrome risk factors were measured at baseline and at weeks 6, 12, 18 and 24. Results The Facebook Group reported a 4.8% reduction in initial weight, significant compared to the CG only (p = 0.01), as well as numerically greater improvements in body mass index, waist circumference, fat mass, lean mass, and energy intake compared to the Pamphlet Group and the Control Group. Conclusions These results demonstrate the potential of social media to assist overweight and obese individuals with respect to dietary and physical activity modifications for weight management, and justify further research into the inclusion of social media in clinical weight management programs. It is anticipated that social media will provide an invaluable resource for health professionals, as a low maintenance vehicle for communicating with patients, as well as a source of social support and information sharing for individuals undergoing lifestyle modifications.
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Durso LE, Latner JD, Ciao AC. Weight bias internalization in treatment-seeking overweight adults: Psychometric validation and associations with self-esteem, body image, and mood symptoms. Eat Behav 2016; 21:104-8. [PMID: 26826975 DOI: 10.1016/j.eatbeh.2016.01.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 66] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2015] [Revised: 12/17/2015] [Accepted: 01/19/2016] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Internalized weight bias has been previously associated with impairments in eating behaviors, body image, and psychological functioning. The present study explored the psychological correlates and psychometric properties of the Weight Bias Internalization Scale (WBIS) among overweight adults enrolled in a behavioral weight loss program. Questionnaires assessing internalized weight bias, anti-fat attitudes, self-esteem, body image concern, and mood symptoms were administered to 90 obese or overweight men and women between the ages of 21 and 73. Reliability statistics suggested revisions to the WBIS. The resulting 9-item scale was shown to be positively associated with body image concern, depressive symptoms, and stress, and negatively associated with self-esteem. Multiple linear regression models demonstrated that WBIS scores were significant and independent predictors of body image concern, self-esteem, and depressive symptoms. These results support the use of the revised 9-item WBIS in treatment-seeking samples as a reliable and valid measure of internalized weight bias.
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- Western Washington University, United States
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Gilmartin J, Murphy M. The effects of contemporary behavioural weight loss maintenance interventions for long term weight loss: a systematic review. J Res Nurs 2015. [DOI: 10.1177/1744987115599671] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Background A major challenge in the treatment of obesity is the long term maintenance of weight loss and prevention of weight regain. The Department of Health in England has recommended that health professionals should consider behavioural weight loss interventions. Objective To evaluate the effectiveness of behavioural weight loss interventions in maintaining long term weight loss. Methods Using the PRISMA statement we performed a systematic review of randomised controlled trials. Data sources involved in the study are the Cochrane Library, MEDLINE, EMBASE, psycINFO, CINAHL and the Web of Science. Studies were assessed independently by two authors to provide inter-rater reliability. Results This review presents the findings from 13 randomised controlled trials of weight loss maintenance utilising interventions that include diet strategies, behavioural strategies, lifestyle counselling and drug therapy, group therapy and the Internet. The sample population included adult participants of 18 years+ with a BMI > 30 kg/m2. The results revealed that lifestyle interventions targeting diet and physical activity are effective in sustaining weight loss up to two years with extended care. Moreover, pharmacology combined with lifestyle interventions was effective. Conclusion There is important evidence that the use of behavioural weight loss interventions are effective in sustaining long term weight loss, albeit limited. There was high heterogeneity among the studies; hence caution is required when interpreting the findings. Also, intentions to treat principles and methods to handle missing data are not clearly reported across some studies. Blinding of participants and outcome assessors is very limited.
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- Jo Gilmartin
- Lecturer in Nursing, School of Healthcare, University of Leeds, UK
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- Lecturer in Nursing, School of Healthcare, University of Leeds, UK
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Moffitt R, Haynes A, Mohr P. Treatment beliefs and preferences for psychological therapies for weight management. J Clin Psychol 2015; 71:584-96. [PMID: 25787892 DOI: 10.1002/jclp.22157] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Treatment beliefs and preferences for psychological therapies were investigated in 80 overweight individuals trying to manage their weight. METHOD Participants read 4 therapy descriptions: cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), behavior therapy (BT), cognitive therapy (CT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). They ranked the treatments in order of preference, explained the reason for their preferred choice, and reported their beliefs about each approach. RESULTS Individual CBT (43.42%) and BT (31.58%), delivered face-to-face or technologically, were the most preferred treatment options, while ACT (17.12%) and CT (7.89%) were the least preferred. The main reasons cited among those who chose CBT and BT were perceived comprehensiveness and the practical nature of the approach, respectively. Treatment beliefs were strongly predicted by psychological need satisfaction as well as perceived ease and effort. CONCLUSIONS Further research should ascertain the stability of treatment beliefs and the efficacy of modifying the treatment context to meet individual needs.
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