Motivational Interviewing for Weight Loss With Young Adults (LiveWellRVA)
Obesity

About this trial
This is an interventional treatment trial for Obesity focused on measuring Obesity, weight loss, young adults
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
- Between 18-25 years of age.
- Body Mass Index (BMI) between 25 and 45 kg/m2.
- Men and women will be recruited.
- All race and ethnic groups will be recruited.
Exclusion Criteria:
- Currently receiving treatment for Type 2 Diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, or report a history of cardiovascular disease.
- Other health problems which may influence the ability to walk for physical activity or be associated with unintentional weight change, including cancer treatment within the past 5 years or tuberculosis.
- Report a history of, or current diagnosed DSM-IV-TR eating disorder (i.e., anorexia nervosa or bulimia nervosa) or any current compensatory behaviors (e.g., vomiting, laxative use, excessive exercise).
- Report a heart condition, chest pain during periods of activity or rest, or loss of consciousness on the Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q). Individuals endorsing joint problems, prescription medication usage, or other medical conditions that could limit exercise will be required to obtain written physician consent to participate.
- Report a history of any psychotic disorder, bipolar disorder, or organic brain syndromes; report hospitalization for any psychiatric disorder within the last 12 months.
- Are currently participating in a weight loss program and/or taking weight loss medication.
- Lost > 5% of body weight during the past 6 months or history of bariatric surgery.
- Participation in any other research study that may interfere with this study.
- Intend to move outside of the surrounding area within the time frame of the investigation or will be out of town / unavailable for three or more weeks during the initial intervention period.
- Are pregnant, lactating, less than 6 months post-partum, or plan to become pregnant during the time frame of the investigation.
- Failure to complete screening appointments. -
Sites / Locations
- Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine
Arms of the Study
Arm 1
Arm 2
Active Comparator
Active Comparator
Motivation Enhanced BWL
Brief Behavioral Weight Loss (BWL)
12 week treatment program consisting of 2, 90-minute individual sessions with a focus on motivation, followed by weekly PDF modules via email, and reporting of key behaviors and feedback via email. Participants will pick from one of three dietary goals and one of three physical activity goals.
12 Week treatment program consisting of 2, 90-minute individual sessions, followed by weekly PDF modules via email, and reporting of key behaviors and feedback via email. Treatment consistent with behavioral weight loss, low calorie, low fat diet. Increased physical activity of up to 250 minutes/week.