Process Evaluation of the Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus PULSE Program Randomized Controlled Trial: Recruitment, Engagement, and Overall Satisfaction.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Men are underrepresented in weight loss and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) prevention studies.

Purpose

To determine the effectiveness of recruitment, and acceptability of the T2DM Prevention Using LifeStyle Education (PULSE) Program-a gender-targeted, self-administered intervention for men.

Methods

Men (18-65 years, high risk for T2DM) were randomized to intervention ( n = 53) or wait-list control groups ( n = 48). The 6-month PULSE Program intervention focused on weight loss, diet, and exercise for T2DM prevention. A process evaluation questionnaire was administered at 6 months to examine recruitment and selection processes, and acceptability of the intervention's delivery and content. Associations between self-monitoring and selected outcomes were assess

SUBMITTER: Aguiar EJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5675346 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature