A pilot study examining patient response to a weight loss workbook designed to Be used in a family medicine outpatient setting.
This study measured patient response to a self-help weight loss workbook designed for use in an outpatient, family medicine practice. The primary measures were 2 follow-up telephone calls, the first at 1 week and the second at 1 month after the book was given to the patient. Initially, patients were enthusiastic about the book and had read it, and 24 (70%) intended to use it. On the other hand, at 1 month, only 8 (32%) of those called were actually using the book. Reasons for this change are explored.
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The Complementary Medicine Program, Kernan Hospital Mansion, Baltimore, MD, USA. NaWili7777@aol.com
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D000328:Adult; D015930:Diet Records; D002149:Energy Intake; D005194:Family Practice; D005247:Feeding Behavior; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009765:Obesity / Q000628:therapy*; D010045:Outpatients; D017060:Patient Satisfaction; D010865:Pilot Projects; D014481:United States; D015431:Weight Loss