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Behavioural Intervention
Self-Compassion Focused Intervention for Obesity
N/A
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Led By Robert Carels
Research Sponsored by East Carolina University
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial Must have
Be older than 18 years old
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up 12 weeks
Awards & highlights
Study Summary
This trial tests a new weight loss program combining diet, self-compassion, and bias reduction to help overweight adults lose weight and reduce internalized bias.
Who is the study for?
This trial is for adults over 18 with obesity (BMI ≥ 25) who feel a strong bias against their own weight. They must have access to a smartphone and not be on any current weight loss programs or medications. It's not suitable for those with Type I diabetes, pregnant or breastfeeding women, individuals with eating disorders other than BED, recent cardiovascular events, uncontrolled high blood pressure, musculoskeletal issues preventing exercise, or major active diseases.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study tests a new method of losing weight that combines standard techniques with exercises designed to reduce self-criticism about one's weight. Over the course of 12 weeks using videoconferencing software, participants will see if this approach can help them lose significant weight and lessen internalized negative feelings about their body size.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Since this intervention focuses on behavioral changes and self-compassion exercises rather than medication or invasive procedures, side effects may include emotional discomfort due to confronting personal biases but are unlikely to involve physical side effects.
Timeline
Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~ 12 weeks
Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~12 weeks
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Primary outcome measures
Weight (lbs)
Weight Bias Internalization Scale
Trial Design
1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: InterventionExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
a standard weight loss and internalized weight bias intervention with self-compassion exercises
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Who is running the clinical trial?
East Carolina UniversityLead Sponsor
107 Previous Clinical Trials
38,749 Total Patients Enrolled
12 Trials studying Obesity
1,449 Patients Enrolled for Obesity
University of South AlabamaOTHER
42 Previous Clinical Trials
15,874 Total Patients Enrolled
1 Trials studying Obesity
16 Patients Enrolled for Obesity
Robert CarelsPrincipal InvestigatorEast Carolina University
1 Previous Clinical Trials
54 Total Patients Enrolled
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Eligibility Criteria:
This trial includes the following eligibility criteria:- I have no musculoskeletal issues stopping me from being active.I have had a heart attack or other major heart problem in the last year.My high blood pressure is not under control.I have had weight loss surgery in the past.I am currently on a weight loss medication or program.I do not have any serious heart, kidney, liver, or brain diseases.I am over 18 and my BMI is 25 or higher.
Research Study Groups:
This trial has the following groups:- Group 1: Intervention
Awards:
This trial has 1 awards, including:- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
Timeline:
This trial has the following timeline:- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is there still room for recruitment in this clinical trial?
"As denoted on clinicaltrials.gov, this particular medical trial is not presently seeking patients. The initial posting was made on August 1st 2023 and the most recent update occured two days later. However, there are 546 other trials that have available openings at present for individuals who meet the criteria to participate."
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