Creating a program to help adults maintain weight loss and prevent regain
Development and Pilot Testing of an Adaptive Intervention to Prevent Weight Regain Following Weight Loss in Adults with Overweight and Obesity
This study is all about helping adults who have lost weight keep it off for good by offering personalized support and strategies that adapt to their needs, making it easier for them to manage their weight in the long run.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Utah NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Salt Lake City, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11083649 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing and testing an adaptive intervention designed to help adults who have lost weight maintain their weight loss and prevent regaining it. The approach involves using innovative clinical trial designs that adapt based on participant responses, ensuring personalized support throughout the process. Participants will engage in a program that combines qualitative research methods and advanced behavioral strategies to enhance long-term weight management. The study aims to provide effective tools and resources for individuals struggling with obesity to sustain their weight loss.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who have recently lost weight and are at risk of regaining it.
Not a fit: Patients who are not currently experiencing weight loss or those with severe obesity-related health complications may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide effective strategies for adults to maintain their weight loss and improve their overall health.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using adaptive interventions for weight management, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
Salt Lake City, United States
- University of Utah — Salt Lake City, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Halliday, Tanya Michelle — University of Utah
- Study coordinator: Halliday, Tanya Michelle
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.