A feasibility and acceptability study of liberate: an online, peer-supported, psychoeducational intervention for ultra processed food addiction.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Ultra-processed food addiction (UPFA) is a growing popular topic in the research arena. There are calls for its classification for diagnosis as a substance use disorder and behavioural disorder. Although evidence for UPFA is increasing, effective interventions remain scarcely available. This is a feasibility ty -50and acceptability study of "Liberate," an online, peer-supported psychoeducation intervention for adults self-identifying with UPFA.

Methods

A single-group, pre- and post-mixed methods study with 6-month follow-up was used. Participants (n=86) attended a 6-week coach-led online programme which comprised educational sessions, peer-to-peer support, and a personalised abstinence or harm reduction approach to dietary changes. Quantitative data included UPF

SUBMITTER: Bennett E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12605181 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature