Behavioral weight loss program lasting 18 months.
| Study Type |
| Weight Loss Treatment Study |
| Study Purpose |
| Compare three methods of delivering behavioral weight loss treatment (group treatment, individual treatment, and treatment delivered via smartphones). |
| Study Design |
| Participants are randomly assigned to one of three 18-month weight loss treatments (group, individual, or smartphone treatment). Participants who are assigned to group treatment will attend group meetings weekly for the first 6 months, then every 2 weeks for 6 months, and then monthly for the final 6 months. Participants who are assigned to individual treatment will attend one-on-one sessions with a weight loss counselor every month for 18 months. Participants who are assigned to smartphone treatment will use a smartphone to learn and practice weight loss skills. They will also attend one-on-one sessions with a weight loss counselor every month for 18 months. It is not necessary to own a smartphone to participate. |
| Study Requirements |
| To be eligible for the study, you must be 18-70 years old, and overweight or obese. For more information on eligibility requirements, please call us at 401-793-8981. |
| Study Benefits |
| Skills training and support for building healthy eating and physical activity habits. Weight loss is a possible benefit, but is not guaranteed. |
| Study Contact |
Call Alex Aldeborgh at 401-793-8981 to learn more about this study, and to find out if you are eligible to participate.
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