Cognitive behavioral intervention |
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Group behavioral support sessions are conducted weekly during the initial 12 weeks of the program, and then once monthly during follow-up. A clinical psychologist leads each session, which incorporate key components of cognitive-behavioral therapy for weight loss already validated in other clinical trials. These components include:
Self-monitoring of eating and exercise
Behavioral goal setting
Stimulus control techniques
Cognitive restructuring
Assertive communication skills
Stress management
Relapse prevention
The monthly support group discussion is focused on active problem-solving for relapse prevention and weight loss maintenance. |
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