Study protocol for the 'HelpMeDoIt!' randomised controlled feasibility trial: an app, web and social support-based weight loss intervention for adults with obesity.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

HelpMeDoIt! will test the feasibility of an innovative weight loss intervention using a smartphone app and website. Goal setting, self-monitoring and social support are three key facilitators of behaviour change. HelpMeDoIt! incorporates these features and encourages participants to invite 'helpers' from their social circle to help them achieve their goal(s).

Aim

To test the feasibility of the intervention in supporting adults with obesity to achieve weight loss goals.

Methods and analysis

12-month feasibility randomised controlled trial and accompanying process evaluation. Participants (n=120) will be adults interested in losing weight, body mass index (BMI)> 30 kg/m² and smartphone users. The intervention group will use the app/website

SUBMITTER: Matthews L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5665248 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature