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[Behavior modification and obesity (author's transl)]

G M Krüskemper, B Klose, V Jörgens

    Medizinische Klinik
    |September 23, 1977
    PubMed
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    A self-control behavior modification program for obesity showed initial success. However, long-term weight loss maintenance and adherence to follow-up sessions were limited, requiring further investigation.

    Area of Science:

    • Behavioral Science
    • Obesity Research
    • Clinical Psychology

    Context:

    • Obesity treatment often involves multidisciplinary approaches.
    • Behavior modification is a component of many weight loss programs.
    • This study evaluated an enhanced self-control behavior modification program as an addition to an existing obesity clinic's standard care.

    Purpose:

    • To assess the effectiveness of an elaborated self-control behavior modification program in obese patients.
    • To evaluate the impact of reduced external control on weight loss maintenance after initial training.
    • To examine patient adherence to follow-up sessions post-intervention.

    Summary:

    • Forty-nine obese patients participated in a 12-week intensive self-control behavior modification program, augmenting standard obesity clinic care.

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  • Following the initial phase, patients experienced limited further weight loss when reducing external controls.
  • Only 10 of 49 patients attended follow-up sessions 9 months later, indicating potential challenges in long-term engagement.

    • Impact:

    • The study highlights the need to carefully consider the costs and expected outcomes of integrating intensive behavior modification programs into weight reduction clinics.
    • Sustained success of behavior modification techniques for long-term weight management requires further empirical validation.
    • Findings suggest that while initial results can be positive, maintaining long-term adherence and weight loss presents significant challenges.