Behavioral Weight Loss Program for Obesity

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)

Overseen byRebecca J Crochiere, PhD

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Travel: May Be Covered

Time Reimbursement: Varies

Trial Phase: Academic

Recruiting

Sponsor: Williams College

No Placebo Group

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?

This trial aims to help overweight or obese adults stick to their diet and exercise plans by using smartphone surveys and wearable devices to provide real-time support. The goal is to reduce moments when people are likely to break their routines, improving their chances of successful weight loss.

Research Team

Rebecca J Crochiere, PhD

Principal Investigator

Williams College

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for adults aged 18-65 in the U.S. with a BMI of 27-50, who own a smartphone with data and can understand English. It's not for those in other weight loss programs, pregnant or planning to be, recently changed weight-related meds, have certain medical/psychiatric risks or eating disorders.

Inclusion Criteria

You possess linguistic aptitude in English, including the ability to comprehend and communicate verbally as well as legibly.

My BMI is between 27 and 50.

I am between 18 and 65 years old.

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Exclusion Criteria

I've changed my medication that affects my weight in the last 3 months.

You have a medical or mental health condition that could be risky for you during the program, affect your weight, eating habits, or ability to follow the program.

You have difficulties controlling how much food you eat or struggle with eating disorders.

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Treatment Details

Interventions

Behavioral weight loss program (Behavioural Intervention)

Trial OverviewThe study tests how technology like smartphones and Fitbit can track real-time risk factors that lead to lapses during weight loss efforts. The goal is to develop personalized interventions that provide immediate support to prevent these lapses.

Participant Groups

1Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Group I: Behavioral Weight Loss InterventionExperimental Treatment1 Intervention