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Weight control in the workplace: a needs assessment for men.

D J Reid, G C Dunkley

    Canadian Journal of Public Health = Revue Canadienne De Sante Publique
    |January 1, 1989
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    Overweight men in tech companies showed significant interest in worksite weight control programs. A self-help format focusing on food habits and behavior modification was preferred.

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    Area of Science:

    • Occupational Health
    • Behavioral Science
    • Public Health

    Background:

    • Worksite wellness programs are increasingly recognized for their potential to address public health issues like obesity.
    • Assessing employee needs is crucial for designing effective and engaging health interventions.
    • Overweight and obesity prevalence necessitates targeted strategies within diverse work environments.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the specific needs and interests of overweight male employees regarding worksite weight control programs.
    • To compare the interest levels and preferences between male and female employees for such initiatives.
    • To inform the development of tailored and effective worksite weight management interventions.

    Main Methods:

    • A survey was administered to employees of two high-tech companies.
    • Data collected included Body Mass Index (BMI), interest in worksite programs, and preferred intervention formats.
    • Response rates were 373 men and 238 women.

    Main Results:

    • 56% of all respondents expressed interest in a worksite program.
    • 44% of men had a BMI ≥ 25, with 75% of them interested in participating.
    • Women showed higher interest (92% of overweight, 68% of non-overweight) and preferred self-help formats, including food habit evaluation and behavior modification techniques.

    Conclusions:

    • Worksite weight control programs are of significant interest to overweight male employees in high-tech settings.
    • A self-help, educational approach focusing on practical strategies is likely to be most effective.
    • Intervention design should consider gender-specific interests and preferences for optimal engagement and outcomes.

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