Abstract
This study evaluated the effectiveness of a comprehensive obesity treatment program which incorporated open-ended treatment duration. pre-treatment assessments, protein-sparing modified fasts (PSMFs), and the use of six a priori outcome categories to analyse outcomes. Subjects were the first 291 obese individuals (mean weight=235 lb, 66% overweight) to participate in the program's intake procedures. Data obtained after 55 weeks of treatment (on average) showed that the program seemed quite effective for 65% of those who participated for at least 12 weeks (mean=62 and 30lb lost in the two successful groups). Analyses supported the continued use of pre-treatment assessments, extended treatment times, and a priori categorizations of outcomes. In addition, correlational analyses showed that binge eating, high levels of psychological distress, and low income levels were associated with poorer outcomes.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 505-517 |
Number of pages | 13 |
Journal | International Journal of Obesity |
Volume | 16 |
Issue number | 7 |
State | Published - 1992 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Evaluation
- Weight control
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Nutrition and Dietetics
- Medicine (miscellaneous)
- Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism