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At a Glance
Age
14 and older
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
503 (estimated)
Sponsor
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for adults who are overweight or obese to test two strategies for weight loss. Participants will help assess different methods for improving diet and weight management over a year.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Rules you outUnstable coronary artery diseaseEnd-stage diseaseActive cancer treatmentUncontrolled insulin-dependent diabetesPortal hypertensionDrug/alcohol abuse
You may be able to join if
I am at least 18 years old.
My BMI is between 25 and 45.
I can read, write, and speak English.
I have an eligible household member who can participate.
You may not be able to join if
I am currently enrolled in weight loss programs or about to have bariatric surgery.
I am pregnant.
I have health conditions where losing weight is not safe.
I have severe cognitive delays or vision/hearing problems.
I cannot complete the study assessments.
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria.
The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can
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The proposed randomized controlled trial tests two self-regulatory approaches to improve intentional weight loss and diet quality in individuals with overweight or obesity: (1) an environmental control strategy (AVOID) and (2) an impulse control training strategy (RESIST).
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria (Main participants):
* Age 18 years or older
* BMI between 25-45 kg/m2
* Read, write, and speak English with acceptable visual acuity
* Has a household member (≥ 14 years) willing to complete three brief assessments over 12 months\* \*Only applies to individuals who indicate they…
Inclusion Criteria (Main participants):
* Age 18 years or older
* BMI between 25-45 kg/m2
* Read, write, and speak English with acceptable visual acuity
* Has a household member (≥ 14 years) willing to complete three brief assessments over 12 months\* \*Only applies to individuals who indicate they are cohabitating with at least one eligible household member
Inclusion Criteria (Household participants):
* 14-years-old
* Parent consent for children \<18-years-old
* Willingness to complete assessments / measurements
Exclusion Criteria (Main participants):
* Currently enrolled in weight loss interventions or undergoing bariatric surgery
* Pregnant women
* Individuals for whom weight loss may be contraindicated (e.g., unstable coronary artery disease, end-stage disease, active cancer treatment, uncontrolled insulin-dependent diabetes, portal hypertension, drug/alcohol abuse)
* Individuals with severe cognitive delays or visual/hearing impairment
* Individuals who are unable or unwilling to complete the study assessments / measurements
Exclusion Criteria (Household participants):
* ≤ 14-years-old
* Individuals who are unable or unwilling to complete the study assessments / measurements
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