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N/ACompleted· 195 enrolled
Drug / intervention
Behavioral Economics intervention (BE mHealth) +1 morebehavioral
Likely dose
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Using Behavioral Economic Strategies to Address Obesity in Economically Disadvantaged Adults

University of Connecticut·interventional·Posted Apr 20, 2020·Updated Jan 9, 2026

In Brief

A clinical study evaluating Behavioral Economics intervention (BE mHealth) and Standard mHealth intervention (mHealth) for Obesity. Completed, enrolled 195 participants across 1 site.

Detailed Summary

The primary aim of this study is to test the efficacy of a behavioral economics intervention for weight loss in adults from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

Study Details

Study Typeinterventional
Allocation--
Masking--
Primary Purpose--
ConditionsObesity
CountriesUnited States
CollaboratorsNational Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)

Timeline

N/ACompletedFinished
202120222023202420252026
First PostedApr 20, 2020
Enrollment StartSep 7, 2021
Primary CompletionDec 17, 2024
TodayJul 2, 2026
Enrollment to primary: 3.3 yearsPosted 6.2 years ago

Interventions

Behavioral Economics intervention (BE mHealth)behavioral

Participants will receive a 12-month behavioral weight loss intervention delivered primarily via mobile phone (mHealth) that includes behavioral economics components.

Standard mHealth intervention (mHealth)behavioral

Participants will receive a 12-month behavioral weight loss intervention delivered primarily via mobile phone (mHealth).