Abstract
A significant proportion of the global population is obese, foreshadowing an epidemic of chronic disease. Self-monitoring (of diet, exercise, and body weight), decreasing energy intake, and increasing energy expenditure are robust predictors of successful weight loss. However, few individuals consistently practice these behaviors, making long-term weight loss and maintenance unlikely. Technologies afford unique opportunities to overcome barriers and increase the reach of traditional obesity interventions. In this article, we introduce ENGAGED, a technology-enhanced modification of the Diabetes Prevention Program designed to improve adherence to weight loss behaviors. Using a treatment implementation framework, we suggest how virtual reality technologies might further improve the delivery, receipt, and enactment of ENGAGED to maximize patient impact.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 340-344 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | Journal of Diabetes Science and Technology |
Volume | 5 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Mar 2011 |
Keywords
- Adherence
- Behavior therapy
- Exercise
- Obesity
- Technology
- Weight loss
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Internal Medicine
- Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
- Bioengineering
- Biomedical Engineering