Weight Loss
Conditions
Brief summary
The current study examined the efficacy, feasibility, and acceptability of: 1) adding self-compassion (SC) skills training to a standard behavioral weight loss program (BWLP), and 2) utilizing video conferencing software to deliver small group, weekly, weight loss classes.
Detailed description
Object: The current study examined the efficacy, feasibility, and acceptability of: 1) adding self-compassion (SC) skills training to a standard behavioral weight loss program (BWLP), and 2) utilizing video conferencing software to deliver small group, weekly, weight loss classes. Method: The BWLP program utilized Webex video conferencing software to deliver a 12-week, interactive, small group, weekly weight loss intervention. Participants were randomized to a standard BWLP or a standard behavioral weight loss program augmented with self-compassion skills training (BWLP+SC).
Interventions
BEHAVIORALBehavioral weight loss program
A 12 week small group weight loss program delivered via teleconference video technology
Sponsors
East Carolina University
Study design
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
SINGLE_GROUP
Primary purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
18 Years to No maximum
Healthy volunteers
Yes
Inclusion criteria
* 18 or older, at a BMI of 27 kg/m2 or greater, and available to attend weekly online groups
Exclusion criteria
\-
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| weight loss | 12 weeks | Weight in kilograms |
| height | baseline | meters |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Self-compassion | 12 weeks | Change in self-compassion scale score from pre to post |
| Eating Behaviors | 12 weeks | Change in eating behaviors scale from pre to post |
Countries
United States
Outcome results
None listed