Creating a weight loss program for obese African American men in rural areas
Developing a Lifestyle Intervention to Reduce Body Weight for Obese African American Men Living in the Rural South
This study is creating a special weight loss program just for obese African American men in the rural South, focusing on their unique challenges and motivations to help them stick with healthy habits.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of South Carolina at Columbia NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Columbia, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10551910 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to develop a tailored weight loss intervention specifically for obese African American men living in the rural South. It will utilize focus group interviews to identify the unique barriers and motivators these men face regarding weight loss. The intervention will incorporate motivational strategies based on established psychological theories to enhance engagement and retention in healthy behaviors. By addressing the specific needs of this population, the research seeks to improve their participation in weight loss efforts.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are obese African American men living in rural Southern communities who are seeking to lose weight.
Not a fit: Patients who are not obese or who do not identify as African American may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to effective weight loss strategies that significantly improve health outcomes for obese African American men in rural areas.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that culturally tailored interventions can be effective in promoting weight loss among specific demographic groups, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Columbia, United States
- University of South Carolina at Columbia — Columbia, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Abshire, Demetrius — University of South Carolina at Columbia
- Study coordinator: Abshire, Demetrius
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.