Behavioral Modification for the Management of Obesity

Claire P. Kelley; Geena Sbrocco; Tracy Sbrocco

doi:10.1016/j.pop.2015.10.004

Behavioral Modification for the Management of Obesity

Claire P. Kelley^*, Geena Sbrocco, Tracy Sbrocco

^*Corresponding author for this work

Medical & Clinical Psychology

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Abstract

This article provides behavioral strategies for working with obese patients and families within a primary care context. A multifactorial model for the etiology of obesity from which to adopt treatment strategies is provided. Optimal views to set up effective patient encounters and specific recommendations to motivate and support patients are discussed. Multicomponent programs include a combination of nutritional, physical activity, and cognitive behavioral approaches to target overweight/obesity. The focus is on behavioral approaches and practical applications, such as motivational interviewing techniques.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	159-175
Number of pages	17
Journal	Primary Care - Clinics in Office Practice
Volume	43
Issue number	1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pop.2015.10.004
State	Published - 1 Mar 2016

Keywords

Behavioral modification
Cognitive behavioral interventions for weight loss
Obesity
Weight management

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