Using mental strategies to help Veterans manage their weight
WOOP VA: Mental Contrasting With Implementation Intentions to Promote Weight Management in Primary Care
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · VA MEDICAL CENTER · NIH-10929436
This study is looking at a new way to help Veterans lose weight and get healthier by using a method called Mental Contrasting with Implementation Intentions, combined with existing programs, to make weight management easier and more effective with support from friendly educators.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | VA MEDICAL CENTER (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (NEW YORK, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10929436 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates a new approach called Mental Contrasting with Implementation Intentions (MCII) to help Veterans lose weight and improve their health. The program aims to increase motivation and behavior change by combining MCII with existing weight management programs like MOVE! in primary care settings. By focusing on practical strategies and support from lay educators, the research seeks to make weight management more accessible and effective for Veterans. The study will evaluate how well this method works in promoting weight loss and healthier habits among participants.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Veterans struggling with obesity who are seeking support for weight management.
Not a fit: Patients who are not Veterans or those who do not have issues with weight management may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective weight management strategies for Veterans, improving their overall health and quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that MCII can effectively increase motivation and promote weight loss, suggesting a promising avenue for this approach in the Veteran population.
Where this research is happening
NEW YORK, UNITED STATES
- VA MEDICAL CENTER — NEW YORK, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: JAY, MELANIE — VA MEDICAL CENTER
- Study coordinator: JAY, MELANIE
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.