Improving mobile health strategies for weight loss in young adults
Optimization of a mHealth Behavioral Weight Loss Intervention for Young Adults
This study is testing a new mobile app designed to help young adults aged 18-35 lose weight by giving them personalized tips and support right when they need it, making it easier and more effective than regular weight loss programs.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chapel Hill, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10875617 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a mobile health intervention aimed at helping young adults aged 18-35 lose weight through personalized and adaptive feedback. By utilizing Just-in-Time Adaptive Interventions (JITAIs), the program aims to provide support and guidance in real-time, making it more effective than traditional web-based or in-person treatments. Participants will engage with digital health tools that track their behaviors and offer tailored advice when they need it most, potentially leading to better weight loss outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are young adults aged 18-35 who are looking to lose weight and improve their health.
Not a fit: Patients outside the age range of 18-35 or those not seeking weight loss may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective and accessible weight loss solutions for young adults struggling with obesity.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise with Just-in-Time Adaptive Interventions in other health contexts, suggesting potential for success in this novel application for weight loss.
Where this research is happening
Chapel Hill, United States
- Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill — Chapel Hill, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Tate, Deborah F. — Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
- Study coordinator: Tate, Deborah F.
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.