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Improving Self-Monitoring in Weight Loss With Technology
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Standard behavioral treatment (SBT) for weight loss, SBT for weight loss using a PDA, and 1 other intervention for Obesity and Overweight. Completed, enrolled 210 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
We propose to conduct a randomized study of standard behavioral weight-loss treatment to test if using an electronic diary with or without tailored feedback will improve adherence to self-monitoring and subsequently improve weight loss. Subjects will be randomly assigned to different methods to self-monitor food and exercise habits: (1) use of the traditional paper diary , (2) use of a personal digital assistant (PDA), or (3) use of a personal digital assistant that also provides daily feedback.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Participants attend group sessions where they learn about healthy eating and exercise. They are asked to self-monitor all calories consumed (food and drink) and all calories expended through exercise. Standard paper diaries are used for self-monitoring.
Participants attend group sessions where they learn about healthy eating and exercise. They are asked to self-monitor all calories consumed (food and drink) and all calories expended through exercise. Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs) are used for self-monitoring.
Participants attend group sessions where they learn about healthy eating and exercise. They are asked to self-monitor all calories consumed (food and drink) and all calories expended through exercise. Personal Digital Assistants with a customized feedback program are used for self-monitoring.