Search Results - "LEAHEY, Tricia M"
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The Assessment of Supportive Accountability in Adults Seeking Obesity Treatment: Psychometric Validation Study
Published in Journal of medical Internet research (28-07-2020)“…Technology-mediated obesity treatments are commonly affected by poor long-term adherence. Supportive Accountability Theory suggests that the provision of…”
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Failure to replicate depletion of self-control
Published in PloS one (21-10-2014)“…The limited resource or strength model of self-control posits that the use of self-regulatory resources leads to depletion and poorer performance on subsequent…”
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Teammates and Social Influence Affect Weight Loss Outcomes in a Team‐Based Weight Loss Competition
Published in Obesity (Silver Spring, Md.) (01-07-2012)“…Team‐based internet interventions are increasing in popularity as a way of promoting weight loss in large numbers of individuals. Given that social networks…”
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Adding Evidence-Based Behavioral Weight Loss Strategies to a Statewide Wellness Campaign: A Randomized Clinical Trial
Published in American journal of public health (1971) (01-07-2014)“…We determined the efficacy and cost-effectiveness of adding an evidence-based Internet behavioral weight loss intervention alone or combined with optional…”
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Can Assessing Physical Activity Liking Identify Opportunities to Promote Physical Activity Engagement and Healthy Dietary Behaviors?
Published in Nutrients (25-09-2021)“…Improving our understanding of what physical activities are enjoyed and the factors that are associated with physical activity liking can promote participation…”
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The Frequency, Nature, and Effects of Naturally Occurring Appearance-Focused Social Comparisons
Published in Behavior therapy (01-06-2007)“…Abstract This research examined the effects of naturally occurring appearance-focused social comparisons on women’s affect, body satisfaction, and…”
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Feasibility of online behavioral clinical trials: The future of weight management randomized clinical trials?
Published in Obesity science & practice (01-12-2022)“…Objective Behavioral weight management trials are traditionally conducted in‐person. The COVID‐19 shutdown halted in‐person operations, forcing investigators…”
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Effect of teammates on changes in physical activity in a statewide campaign
Published in Preventive medicine (01-07-2010)“…Abstract Objective Most Americans do not meet physical activity recommendations. Statewide campaigns can effectively increase activity levels. Reported herein…”
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Using measured resting metabolic rate to derive calorie prescriptions in a behavioral weight loss program
Published in Obesity science & practice (01-06-2021)“…Objective Within behavioral weight loss (BWL) programs, using measured resting metabolic rate (RMR) is a more accurate—yet costlier—alternative to the standard…”
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Effects of bariatric surgery on food cravings: do food cravings and the consumption of craved foods “normalize” after surgery?
Published in Surgery for obesity and related diseases (01-01-2012)“…Abstract Background The reported effects of bariatric surgery on food cravings have been inconsistent. Moreover, research has been largely limited to sweet…”
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Objective quantification of physical activity in bariatric surgery candidates and normal-weight controls
Published in Surgery for obesity and related diseases (01-01-2010)“…Abstract Background Physical activity (PA) is an important component of weight loss programs and should be encouraged for severely obese patients undergoing…”
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Ecological momentary assessment of recommended postoperative eating and activity behaviors
Published in Surgery for obesity and related diseases (01-03-2011)“…Abstract Background Successful weight loss after bariatric surgery depends on the patient's adherence to prescribed eating and physical activity behaviors…”
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Prevalence and degree of sexual dysfunction in a sample of women seeking bariatric surgery
Published in Surgery for obesity and related diseases (01-11-2009)“…Abstract Background Sexual functioning has been shown to be impaired in women who are obese, particularly those seeking bariatric surgery. However, most…”
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Secondary data analysis from a randomized trial examining the effects of small financial incentives on intrinsic and extrinsic motivation for weight loss
Published in Health psychology & behavioral medicine (01-01-2017)“…The purpose of this study was to examine whether (a) an obesity treatment involving financial incentives yields higher levels of extrinsic motivation for…”
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An automated internet behavioral weight-loss program by physician referral: a randomized controlled trial
Published in Diabetes care (01-01-2015)“…To evaluate 3- and 6-month weight-loss outcomes achieved when physicians refer overweight/obese patients to an automated 3-month Internet-based behavioral…”
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A randomized controlled pilot study testing three types of health coaches for obesity treatment: Professional, peer, and mentor
Published in Obesity (Silver Spring, Md.) (01-05-2013)“…Despite their popularity, empirical support for health coaches is limited. Objective: This study examined the feasibility and preliminary efficacy of three…”
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Effects of breakfast eating and eating frequency on body mass index and weight loss outcomes in adults enrolled in an obesity treatment program
Published in Journal of behavioral medicine (01-08-2017)“…This study examined the effects of breakfast eating and eating frequency on objectively assessed BMI and weight loss outcomes among adults enrolled in obesity…”
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A Secondary Data Analysis Examining Young Adults’ Performance in an Internet Weight Loss Program with Financial Incentives
Published in Obesity (Silver Spring, Md.) (01-06-2020)“…Objective In traditional behavioral weight loss (BWL) programs, young adults fare worse than older adults with respect to engagement, retention, and weight…”
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Self-control and grit: associations with weight management and healthy habits
Published in Journal of behavioral medicine (01-02-2024)“…Weight management requires resisting immediate temptations in one’s environment (self-control) as well as the ability to persevere towards one’s long-term…”
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Pilot Trial of QuitBet: A Digital Social Game That Pays You to Stop Smoking
Published in Experimental and clinical psychopharmacology (01-10-2022)“…Contingency management is an effective treatment for cigarette smoking cessation but feasibility and acceptability concerns have been barriers to…”
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