title: Variables related to continuance in a behavioral weight loss program.
abstract: This study compared nonoutcome characteristics of completers and dropouts in a behavioral weight loss program. The significant relationships between several personality dimensions and continuance were discussed. It was proposed that the unusual finding of personality differences was made possible by distinguishing early from late dropouts.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D001521:Behavior Therapy / Q000379:methods*; D001835:Body Weight; D003131:Combined Modality Therapy; D004038:Diet, Reducing / Q000523:psychology; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009765:Obesity / Q000523:psychology / Q000628:therapy*; D010352:Patient Dropouts / Q000523:psychology; D011581:Psychological Tests; D012917:Social Adjustment