Trial Outcomes & Findings for Get Social: Randomized Trial of a Social Network Delivered Lifestyle Intervention (NCT NCT02646618)
NCT ID: NCT02646618
Last Updated: 2023-11-24
Results Overview
A digital scale (Scaletronix, Model-5002) will be used to record weight
Recruitment status
COMPLETED
Study phase
NA
Target enrollment
329 participants
Primary outcome timeframe
Baseline
Results posted on
2023-11-24
Participant Flow
Participant milestones
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Get Social
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
Smartphone: A smartphone is needed to use MyFitnessPal for all participants and to access Twitter for the Get Social participants
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Traditional
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
Smartphone: A smartphone is needed to use MyFitnessPal for all participants and to access Twitter for the Get Social participants
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Overall Study
STARTED
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167
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162
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Overall Study
6 Month Follow-up
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152
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150
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Overall Study
COMPLETED
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157
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148
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Overall Study
NOT COMPLETED
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10
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14
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Reasons for withdrawal
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Get Social
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
Smartphone: A smartphone is needed to use MyFitnessPal for all participants and to access Twitter for the Get Social participants
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Traditional
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
Smartphone: A smartphone is needed to use MyFitnessPal for all participants and to access Twitter for the Get Social participants
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Overall Study
Lost to Follow-up
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10
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14
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Baseline Characteristics
Get Social: Randomized Trial of a Social Network Delivered Lifestyle Intervention
Baseline characteristics by cohort
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Get Social
n=167 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
Smartphone: A smartphone is needed to use MyFitnessPal for all participants and to access Twitter for the Get Social participants
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Traditional
n=162 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Total
n=329 Participants
Total of all reporting groups
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Age, Continuous
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45.3 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 11.2 • n=5 Participants
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45.5 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 11.6 • n=7 Participants
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45.4 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 11.4 • n=5 Participants
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Sex: Female, Male
Female
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136 Participants
n=5 Participants
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132 Participants
n=7 Participants
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268 Participants
n=5 Participants
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Sex: Female, Male
Male
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31 Participants
n=5 Participants
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30 Participants
n=7 Participants
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61 Participants
n=5 Participants
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Ethnicity (NIH/OMB)
Hispanic or Latino
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8 Participants
n=5 Participants
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8 Participants
n=7 Participants
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16 Participants
n=5 Participants
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Ethnicity (NIH/OMB)
Not Hispanic or Latino
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158 Participants
n=5 Participants
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154 Participants
n=7 Participants
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312 Participants
n=5 Participants
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Ethnicity (NIH/OMB)
Unknown or Not Reported
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1 Participants
n=5 Participants
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0 Participants
n=7 Participants
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1 Participants
n=5 Participants
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Race (NIH/OMB)
American Indian or Alaska Native
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1 Participants
n=5 Participants
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0 Participants
n=7 Participants
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1 Participants
n=5 Participants
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Race (NIH/OMB)
Asian
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4 Participants
n=5 Participants
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1 Participants
n=7 Participants
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5 Participants
n=5 Participants
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Race (NIH/OMB)
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
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0 Participants
n=5 Participants
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1 Participants
n=7 Participants
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1 Participants
n=5 Participants
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Race (NIH/OMB)
Black or African American
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4 Participants
n=5 Participants
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3 Participants
n=7 Participants
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7 Participants
n=5 Participants
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Race (NIH/OMB)
White
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152 Participants
n=5 Participants
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150 Participants
n=7 Participants
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302 Participants
n=5 Participants
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Race (NIH/OMB)
More than one race
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3 Participants
n=5 Participants
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5 Participants
n=7 Participants
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8 Participants
n=5 Participants
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Race (NIH/OMB)
Unknown or Not Reported
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3 Participants
n=5 Participants
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2 Participants
n=7 Participants
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5 Participants
n=5 Participants
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Region of Enrollment
United States
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167 participants
n=5 Participants
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162 participants
n=7 Participants
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329 participants
n=5 Participants
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Body Mass Index
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34.9 kg/m^2
STANDARD_DEVIATION 4.8 • n=5 Participants
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35.1 kg/m^2
STANDARD_DEVIATION 4.4 • n=7 Participants
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35.0 kg/m^2
STANDARD_DEVIATION 4.6 • n=5 Participants
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PRIMARY outcome
Timeframe: BaselinePopulation: Randomized participants
A digital scale (Scaletronix, Model-5002) will be used to record weight
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=167 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
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Traditional
n=162 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Weight
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214.7 lbs
Standard Deviation 36.9
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215.4 lbs
Standard Deviation 35.8
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PRIMARY outcome
Timeframe: Baseline to 6-monthsPopulation: Randomized participants
A digital scale (Scaletronix, Model-5002) will be used to record weight
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=167 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
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Traditional
n=162 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Percent Weight Change
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-2.6 Percent change in weight
Standard Error 0.5
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-4.5 Percent change in weight
Standard Error 0.5
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PRIMARY outcome
Timeframe: Baseline to 12-monthsPopulation: Randomized participants
A digital scale (Scaletronix, Model-5002) will be used to record weight
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=167 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
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Traditional
n=162 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Percent Weight Change
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-2.6 Percent change in weight
Standard Error 0.6
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-3.7 Percent change in weight
Standard Error 0.6
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SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: 12-monthsPopulation: Randomized participants
Total time to deliver the intervention and administrative time was tracked during the study for each condition and cost was calculated using national median salary for dietitians \& nutritionists and administrative assistants \& secretaries, and national fringe data for all civilian workers across all industries from Bureau of Labor Statistics. Hourly rate based on salary plus fringe divided by 2080 hours (40 hours/week x 52 weeks). Administrative tasks charged at administrative assistant salary rate, all other treatment delivery tasks charged at dietitian rate. Dollars per participant was calculated by dividing total cost for each condition by the number of participants in that condition.
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=167 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
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Traditional
n=162 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Cost Associated With Intervention
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114 dollars per participant
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165 dollars per participant
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SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: 12-monthsPopulation: Randomized participants
Administrative and intervention-delivery was measured. Amount of administrative and intervention delivery time per participant was calculated.
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=167 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
|
Traditional
n=162 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Time Spent During Intervention
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3.0 Hours per participant
Standard Deviation 1.1
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3.9 Hours per participant
Standard Deviation 1.8
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SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: 12-monthsPopulation: Randomized participants
Retention will be calculated as the percentage of participants who complete the final weigh-in in each condition.
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=167 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
|
Traditional
n=162 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Retention at Follow-up
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157 Participants
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148 Participants
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SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: 6-monthsPopulation: Randomized participants who completed the acceptability question
Acceptability and their satisfaction with intervention was measured by asking participants "If given the opportunity to continue participating in the program, how willing would you be to continue?" Response options were from 1 ("Definitely would") to 5 ("Definitely would not"). The outcome is the number of positive responses which include responses of 1 or 2 ("Probably would") on this measure.
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=127 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
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Traditional
n=140 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Acceptability of the Intervention
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100 Participants
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104 Participants
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SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: 6-monthsPopulation: Randomized participants who completed the burden question
Burden was measured through the question "Participating in the program was time consuming." Response options were 1 ("Strongly agree") to 5 ("Strongly disagree"). We are reporting number of participants who agreed with the statement by responding with a 1 ("Strongly agree") or 2 ("Agree")
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=127 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
|
Traditional
n=140 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Burden of Intervention
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37 Participants
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62 Participants
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SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: BaselinePopulation: Randomized participants with valid recall data
National Cancer Institute's (NCI) automated self-administered 24-hour dietary recall (ASA24™) was used to measure caloric intake.
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=167 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
|
Traditional
n=161 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Dietary Intake
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2168 kcal
Standard Deviation 642
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2042 kcal
Standard Deviation 548
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SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: Baseline to 6-monthsPopulation: Randomized participants with valid recall data
National Cancer Institute's (NCI) automated self-administered 24-hour dietary recall (ASA24™) measured caloric intake. Difference in caloric intake during baseline and 6 month evaluations was calculated.
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=167 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
|
Traditional
n=162 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Change in Dietary Intake
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-316 kcal
Standard Error 52
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-410 kcal
Standard Error 51
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SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: Baseline to 12-monthsPopulation: Randomized participants with valid recall data
National Cancer Institute's (NCI) automated self-administered 24-hour dietary recall (ASA24™) will record dietary intake. Change in caloric intake between baseline and 12 months was calculated.
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=167 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
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Traditional
n=162 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Change in Dietary Intake
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-396 kcal
Standard Error 55
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-321 kcal
Standard Error 54
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SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: BaselinePopulation: Randomized participants
Arizona Physical Activity Questionnaire will be used to provide estimates of total energy expenditure to calculate number of participants reaching the guideline of 150 minutes per week of moderate to vigorous physical activity.
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=167 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
|
Traditional
n=162 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Physical Activity
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81 Participants
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70 Participants
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SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: Baseline to 6-monthsPopulation: Randomized participants
Arizona Physical Activity Questionnaire will be used to provide estimates of total energy expenditure to calculate number of participants reaching the guideline of 150 minutes per week of moderate to vigorous physical activity.
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=167 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
|
Traditional
n=162 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Physical Activity
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88 Participants
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93 Participants
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SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: Baseline to 12-monthsPopulation: Randomized participants
Arizona Physical Activity Questionnaire will be used to provide estimates of total energy expenditure to calculate number of participants reaching the guideline of 150 minutes per week of moderate to vigorous physical activity.
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=167 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
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Traditional
n=162 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Physical Activity
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87 Participants
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78 Participants
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SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: 6-monthsPopulation: Randomized participants
Engagement will be measured by tracking group attendance and quantifying communication in the online group throughout the intervention in terms of percent of intervention modules participated in.
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=167 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
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Traditional
n=162 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Intervention Engagement
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93.8 Percentage of modules participated in
Interval 62.5 to 100.0
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68.8 Percentage of modules participated in
Interval 37.5 to 81.3
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SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: 12-monthsPopulation: Randomized participants
Engagement will be measured by tracking group attendance and quantifying communication in the online group throughout the intervention in terms of percent of intervention modules participated in.
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=167 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
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Traditional
n=162 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Intervention Engagement
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81.8 Percentage of modules participated in
Interval 50.0 to 100.0
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63.6 Percentage of modules participated in
Interval 27.3 to 81.8
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SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: BaselinePopulation: Randomized participants who completed each of the WMSI subscales.
Weight Management Support Inventory to assess social support for weight management. The directions ask respondents to rate on a 5-point scale how frequently they experienced a certain interaction with other people in the past 4 weeks, ranging from 1 (never) to 5 (daily). The items also ask how helpful that event was when it occurred, rated on a 5-point scale ranging from 1 (not helpful) to 5 (extremely helpful). Higher scores indicate more frequent or more helpful social support events. We asked this about four potential social groups: family, friends, friends on Twitter, and friends on Facebook.
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=167 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
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Traditional
n=162 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Social Support for Weight Loss
Friends - Frequency
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1.3 score on a scale
Interval 1.0 to 1.6
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1.2 score on a scale
Interval 1.0 to 1.6
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Social Support for Weight Loss
Friends - Helpfulness
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1.9 score on a scale
Interval 1.3 to 2.9
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2.0 score on a scale
Interval 1.2 to 3.0
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Social Support for Weight Loss
Twitter Friends - Frequency
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1.0 score on a scale
Interval 1.0 to 1.0
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1.0 score on a scale
Interval 1.0 to 1.0
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Social Support for Weight Loss
Facebook Friends - Frequency
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1.0 score on a scale
Interval 1.0 to 1.2
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1.0 score on a scale
Interval 1.0 to 1.2
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Social Support for Weight Loss
Family - Frequency
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1.5 score on a scale
Interval 1.2 to 1.8
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1.4 score on a scale
Interval 1.2 to 1.7
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Social Support for Weight Loss
Family - Helpfulness
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2.1 score on a scale
Interval 1.5 to 3.0
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2.0 score on a scale
Interval 1.4 to 2.7
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Social Support for Weight Loss
Twitter Friends - Helpfulness
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1.0 score on a scale
Interval 1.0 to 1.0
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1.0 score on a scale
Interval 1.0 to 1.0
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Social Support for Weight Loss
Facebook Friends - Helpfulness
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1.2 score on a scale
Interval 1.0 to 2.3
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1.3 score on a scale
Interval 1.0 to 2.0
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SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: 6-monthsPopulation: Randomized participants who completed the relevant WMSI scales
Weight Management Support Inventory to assess social support for weight management. The directions ask respondents to rate on a 5-point scale how frequently they experienced a certain interaction with other people in the past 4 weeks, ranging from 1 (never) to 5 (daily). The items also ask how helpful that event was when it occurred, rated on a 5-point scale ranging from 1 (not helpful) to 5 (extremely helpful). Higher scores indicate more frequent or more helpful social support events. We asked this about four potential social groups: family, friends, friends on Twitter, and friends on Facebook.
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=127 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
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Traditional
n=141 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Social Support for Weight Loss
Friends - Frequency
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1.4 score on a scale
Interval 1.1 to 1.6
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1.2 score on a scale
Interval 1.0 to 1.6
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Social Support for Weight Loss
Friends - Helpfulness
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2.8 score on a scale
Interval 2.0 to 3.6
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3.0 score on a scale
Interval 2.0 to 3.7
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Social Support for Weight Loss
Twitter Friends - Helpfulness
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2.8 score on a scale
Interval 2.1 to 3.7
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1.0 score on a scale
Interval 1.0 to 1.0
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Social Support for Weight Loss
Facebook Friends - Frequency
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1.0 score on a scale
Interval 1.0 to 1.2
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1.0 score on a scale
Interval 1.0 to 1.1
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Social Support for Weight Loss
Facebook Friends - Helpfulness
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2.1 score on a scale
Interval 1.1 to 3.3
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2.7 score on a scale
Interval 1.1 to 3.3
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Social Support for Weight Loss
Family - Frequency
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1.5 score on a scale
Interval 1.2 to 1.8
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1.5 score on a scale
Interval 1.2 to 1.8
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Social Support for Weight Loss
Family - Helpfulness
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2.8 score on a scale
Interval 2.0 to 3.4
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2.7 score on a scale
Interval 2.0 to 3.4
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Social Support for Weight Loss
Twitter Friends - Frequency
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1.6 score on a scale
Interval 1.2 to 2.0
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1.0 score on a scale
Interval 1.0 to 1.0
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SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: 12-monthsPopulation: Randomized participants who complete the relevant module of the WMSI
Weight Management Support Inventory to assess social support for weight management. The directions ask respondents to rate on a 5-point scale how frequently they experienced a certain interaction with other people in the past 4 weeks, ranging from 1 (never) to 5 (daily). The items also ask how helpful that event was when it occurred, rated on a 5-point scale ranging from 1 (not helpful) to 5 (extremely helpful). Higher scores indicate more frequent or more helpful social support events. We asked this about four potential social groups: family, friends, friends on Twitter, and friends on Facebook.
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=113 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
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Traditional
n=126 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Social Support for Weight Loss
Family - Helpfulness
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3.0 units on a scale
Interval 2.0 to 3.8
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3.0 units on a scale
Interval 2.1 to 3.5
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Social Support for Weight Loss
Twitter Friends - Frequency
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1.0 units on a scale
Interval 1.0 to 1.4
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1.0 units on a scale
Interval 1.0 to 1.0
|
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Social Support for Weight Loss
Facebook Friends - Frequency
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1.0 units on a scale
Interval 1.0 to 1.0
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1.0 units on a scale
Interval 1.0 to 1.1
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Social Support for Weight Loss
Family - Frequency
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1.4 units on a scale
Interval 1.2 to 1.7
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1.3 units on a scale
Interval 1.1 to 1.6
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Social Support for Weight Loss
Friends - Frequency
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1.2 units on a scale
Interval 1.0 to 1.6
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1.2 units on a scale
Interval 1.0 to 1.4
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Social Support for Weight Loss
Friends - Helpfulness
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3.1 units on a scale
Interval 2.0 to 4.0
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3.0 units on a scale
Interval 2.0 to 3.5
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Social Support for Weight Loss
Twitter Friends - Helpfulness
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2.8 units on a scale
Interval 2.0 to 4.0
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1.0 units on a scale
Interval 1.0 to 3.0
|
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Social Support for Weight Loss
Facebook Friends - Helpfulness
|
3.0 units on a scale
Interval 2.0 to 4.0
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3.0 units on a scale
Interval 2.0 to 3.5
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SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: BaselinePopulation: Randomized participants
Openness to Experience and Neuroticism/Emotional Stability were measured using the Ten-Item Personality Inventory. The Ten-Item Personality Inventory consists of 10 items that measure the five dimensions of the Five Factor model of personality. Participants are asked to respond to a series of words with personality descriptions with the prompt "I see myself as" with response options of 1 ("Disagree Strongly") to 7 ("Agree Strongly"). Opposite items are reverse coded. Items for Emotional Stability/Neuroticism are "anxious, easily upset" and "calm, emotionally stable". Items for Openness to experience are "open to new experiences, complex" or "conventional, uncreative." The average of the scores represents each dimension with higher scores indicating higher levels of Openness or Emotional Stability (and lower levels of Neuroticism).
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=167 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
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Traditional
n=162 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Neuroticism/Emotional Stability and Openness to Experience
Emotional Stability/Neuroticism
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5 score on a scale
Interval 4.5 to 6.0
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5 score on a scale
Interval 4.0 to 6.0
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Neuroticism/Emotional Stability and Openness to Experience
Openness to Experience
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5.5 score on a scale
Interval 5.0 to 6.0
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6 score on a scale
Interval 5.0 to 6.5
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SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: BaselinePopulation: Randomized participants
Twitter use was measured by asking participants which social networks they had an account on
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=167 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
|
Traditional
n=162 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Social Media Use
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102 Participants
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91 Participants
|
SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: 6-monthsPopulation: Randomized participants who completed questions about social media use
Participants were asked which social networks they had an account on and number with a Twitter account was reported.
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=130 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
|
Traditional
n=143 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Social Media Use
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117 Participants
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75 Participants
|
SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: 12-monthsPopulation: Randomized participants who completed questions regarding social media use
Participants were asked which social networks they had an account on and number with a Twitter account was reported.
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=118 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
|
Traditional
n=129 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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|---|---|---|
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Social Media Use
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100 Participants
|
68 Participants
|
SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: BaselinePopulation: Randomized participants
The average of two blood pressure readings was used as the measure of blood pressure. If participants only had one blood pressure reading that was used as the measure of blood pressure.
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=167 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
|
Traditional
n=162 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Blood Pressure
Systolic blood pressure
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134.4 mmHg
Standard Deviation 13.0
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133.1 mmHg
Standard Deviation 12.9
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Blood Pressure
Diastolic blood pressure
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82.4 mmHg
Standard Deviation 8.3
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82.3 mmHg
Standard Deviation 10.3
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SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: 6-monthsPopulation: Randomized participants who were able to complete blood pressure measurement
The average of two blood pressure readings was used as the measure of blood pressure. If participants only had one blood pressure reading that was used as the measure of blood pressure.
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=136 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
|
Traditional
n=142 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Blood Pressure
Systolic blood pressure
|
130.6 mmHg
Standard Deviation 12.7
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130.2 mmHg
Standard Deviation 13.6
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Blood Pressure
Diastolic blood pressure
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80.1 mmHg
Standard Deviation 8.8
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81.1 mmHg
Standard Deviation 9.2
|
SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: 12-monthsPopulation: Randomized participants who were able to have their blood pressure measured
The average of two blood pressure readings was used as the measure of blood pressure. If participants only had one blood pressure reading that was used as the measure of blood pressure.
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=128 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
|
Traditional
n=133 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Blood Pressure
Systolic blood pressure
|
130.6 mmHg
Standard Deviation 14.0
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129.7 mmHg
Standard Deviation 13.7
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Blood Pressure
Diastolic blood pressure
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80.3 mmHg
Standard Deviation 9.3
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81.1 mmHg
Standard Deviation 9.6
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SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: BaselinePopulation: Randomized participants
Participants completed the four item STOP sleep apnea questionnaire. Participants who answered yes to 0-1 items were classified as low risk for sleep apnea. Participants who answered yes to 2-4 items were classified as high risk for sleep apnea.
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=167 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
|
Traditional
n=162 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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STOP (Snoring, Tired, Observed Apnea, Pressure) Questionnaire
Low risk for sleep apnea
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116 Participants
|
105 Participants
|
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STOP (Snoring, Tired, Observed Apnea, Pressure) Questionnaire
High risk for sleep apnea
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51 Participants
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57 Participants
|
SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: 6-monthPopulation: Randomized participants who completed the STOP questionnaire
Participants completed the four item STOP sleep apnea questionnaire. Participants who answered yes to 0-1 items were classified as low risk for sleep apnea. Participants who answered yes to 2-4 items were classified as high risk for sleep apnea.
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=128 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
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Traditional
n=141 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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STOP (Snoring, Tired, Observed Apnea, Pressure) Questionnaire
Low risk of sleep apnea
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94 Participants
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101 Participants
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STOP (Snoring, Tired, Observed Apnea, Pressure) Questionnaire
High risk of sleep apnea
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34 Participants
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40 Participants
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SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: 12-monthPopulation: Randomized participants who completed the STOP questionnaire
Participants completed the four item STOP sleep apnea questionnaire. Participants who answered yes to 0-1 items were classified as low risk for sleep apnea. Participants who answered yes to 2-4 items were classified as high risk for sleep apnea.
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Get Social
n=117 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
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Traditional
n=129 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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STOP (Snoring, Tired, Observed Apnea, Pressure) Questionnaire
High risk of sleep apnea
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34 Participants
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33 Participants
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STOP (Snoring, Tired, Observed Apnea, Pressure) Questionnaire
Low risk of sleep apnea
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83 Participants
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96 Participants
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SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: BaselinePopulation: Randomized participants
To measure sleep quality, participants completed the Insomnia Severity Index. Higher scores (maximum 28) represent increased levels of insomnia, from 0-7 ("Absence of insomnia"), through 8-14 ("Sub-threshold insomnia"), 15-21 ("Moderate insomnia"), and 22-28 ("Severe insomnia").
Outcome measures
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Get Social
n=167 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
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Traditional
n=162 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Insomnia Severity Index
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5 score on a scale
Interval 2.0 to 9.0
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6 score on a scale
Interval 3.0 to 9.0
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SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: 6-monthsPopulation: Randomized participants who completed the ISI at 6 months.
To measure sleep quality, participants completed the Insomnia Severity Index. Higher scores (maximum 28) represent increased levels of insomnia, from 0-7 ("Absence of insomnia"), through 8-14 ("Sub-threshold insomnia"), 15-21 ("Moderate insomnia"), and 22-28 ("Severe insomnia").
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=128 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
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Traditional
n=141 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Insomnia Severity Index
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5 score on a scale
Interval 2.0 to 10.0
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6 score on a scale
Interval 3.0 to 10.0
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SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: 12-monthsPopulation: Randomized participants who completed the ISI at 12 months
To measure sleep quality, participants completed the Insomnia Severity Index. Higher scores (maximum 28) represent increased levels of insomnia, from 0-7 ("Absence of insomnia"), through 8-14 ("Sub-threshold insomnia"), 15-21 ("Moderate insomnia"), and 22-28 ("Severe insomnia").
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=117 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
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Traditional
n=129 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Insomnia Severity Index
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5 score on a scale
Interval 2.0 to 9.0
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5 score on a scale
Interval 3.0 to 10.0
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SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: BaselinePopulation: Randomized participants who completed the PSQI items
To measure sleep quality we used select questions from the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index which allowed the calculation of sleep duration.
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=167 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
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Traditional
n=161 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Sleep Duration
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7.0 hours
Interval 6.0 to 7.0
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7.0 hours
Interval 6.0 to 7.0
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SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: 6-monthsPopulation: Randomized participants who completed the PSQI items
To measure sleep quality we used select questions from the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index which allowed the calculation of sleep duration.
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=128 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
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Traditional
n=140 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Sleep Duration
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6.5 hours
Interval 6.0 to 7.0
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7.0 hours
Interval 6.0 to 7.5
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SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: 12-monthsPopulation: Randomized participants who completed the PSQI items
To measure sleep quality we used select questions from the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index which allowed the calculation of sleep duration.
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=116 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
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Traditional
n=128 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Sleep Duration
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7.0 hours
Interval 6.0 to 7.0
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7.0 hours
Interval 6.0 to 7.0
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SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: BaselinePopulation: Randomized participants
Participants were asked whether they had ever been diagnosed with sleep apnea with response options Yes or No.
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=167 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
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Traditional
n=162 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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History of Sleep Apnea
No
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143 Participants
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144 Participants
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History of Sleep Apnea
Yes
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24 Participants
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18 Participants
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SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: BaselinePopulation: Randomized participants (For current treatment, only randomized participants who reported previous sleep apnea diagnosis)
Participants were asked 1. Are you being treated for sleep apnea presently? (Yes/No) and 2. Have you ever received treatment for sleep apnea?
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=167 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
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Traditional
n=162 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Previous or Current Treatment for Sleep Apnea
Current Treatment of Sleep Apnea (Participants with sleep apnea diagnosis) · Yes
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19 Participants
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11 Participants
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Previous or Current Treatment for Sleep Apnea
Past Treatment of Sleep Apnea · No
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145 Participants
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146 Participants
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|
Previous or Current Treatment for Sleep Apnea
Past Treatment of Sleep Apnea · Yes
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22 Participants
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16 Participants
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Previous or Current Treatment for Sleep Apnea
Current Treatment of Sleep Apnea (Participants with sleep apnea diagnosis) · No
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5 Participants
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7 Participants
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SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: 6-monthsPopulation: Randomized participants who completed questions relating to sleep apnea at 6 months
Participants were asked: Have you ever been diagnosed with sleep apnea? If they answered yes, they were asked if they were currently being treated for sleep apnea.
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=128 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
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Traditional
n=141 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Diagnosis or Current Treatment for Sleep Apnea
Diagnosis of sleep apnea · Yes
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25 Participants
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17 Participants
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Diagnosis or Current Treatment for Sleep Apnea
Current treatment for sleep apnea · No
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9 Participants
|
8 Participants
|
|
Diagnosis or Current Treatment for Sleep Apnea
Diagnosis of sleep apnea · No
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103 Participants
|
124 Participants
|
|
Diagnosis or Current Treatment for Sleep Apnea
Current treatment for sleep apnea · Yes
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16 Participants
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9 Participants
|
SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: 12-monthsPopulation: Randomized participants who completed the questions about sleep apnea
Participants were asked: Have you ever been diagnosed with sleep apnea? If they answered yes, they were asked if they were currently being treated for sleep apnea.
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=117 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
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Traditional
n=129 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Diagnosis or Current Treatment for Sleep Apnea
Diagnosis of sleep apnea · No
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94 Participants
|
114 Participants
|
|
Diagnosis or Current Treatment for Sleep Apnea
Diagnosis of sleep apnea · Yes
|
23 Participants
|
15 Participants
|
|
Diagnosis or Current Treatment for Sleep Apnea
Current treatment of sleep apnea · No
|
8 Participants
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6 Participants
|
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Diagnosis or Current Treatment for Sleep Apnea
Current treatment of sleep apnea · Yes
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15 Participants
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9 Participants
|
SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: BaselinePopulation: Randomized participants
To measure depressive symptoms, participants completed the Beck Depression Inventory. Total scores can be interpreted as 1-10 ("normal ups and downs"), 11-16 ("Mild mood disturbance"), 17-20 ("Borderline clinical depression"), 21-30 ("Moderate depression"), 31-40 ("Severe depression"), 41+ ("Extreme depression").
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=167 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
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Traditional
n=162 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Beck Depression Inventory
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6.1 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 5.3
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7.7 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 7.3
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SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: 6-monthsPopulation: Randomized participants who completed the BDI
To measure depressive symptoms, participants completed the Beck Depression Inventory. Total scores can be interpreted as 1-10 ("normal ups and downs"), 11-16 ("Mild mood disturbance"), 17-20 ("Borderline clinical depression"), 21-30 ("Moderate depression"), 31-40 ("Severe depression"), 41+ ("Extreme depression").
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=128 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
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Traditional
n=141 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Beck Depression Inventory
|
5.6 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 5.8
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6.3 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 7.5
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SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: 12-monthsPopulation: Randomized participants who completed the BDI
To measure depressive symptoms, participants completed the Beck Depression Inventory. Total scores can be interpreted as 1-10 ("normal ups and downs"), 11-16 ("Mild mood disturbance"), 17-20 ("Borderline clinical depression"), 21-30 ("Moderate depression"), 31-40 ("Severe depression"), 41+ ("Extreme depression").
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=117 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
|
Traditional
n=129 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Beck Depression Inventory
|
4.8 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 5.3
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5.7 score on a scale
Standard Deviation 5.9
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SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: BaselinePopulation: Randomized participants
Participants were asked "Have you ever posted about or had discussions about your weight loss or desire to lose weight?" Number who answered yes are reported.
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=167 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
|
Traditional
n=162 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Weight-Loss Related Social Media Use
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58 Participants
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59 Participants
|
SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: 6-monthsPopulation: Randomized participants who responded to the question about weight-loss related social media use
Participants were asked "Have you ever posted about or had discussions about your weight loss or desire to lose weight?" Number who answered yes are reported.
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=126 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
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Traditional
n=139 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Weight-Loss Related Social Media Use
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78 Participants
|
36 Participants
|
SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: 12-monthsPopulation: Randomized participants who answered the question about weight-loss related social media use.
Participants were asked "Have you ever posted about or had discussions about your weight loss or desire to lose weight?" Number who answered yes are reported.
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=114 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
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Traditional
n=125 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Weight-Loss Related Social Media Use
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48 Participants
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28 Participants
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SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: 6-monthsPopulation: Treatment groups of randomized participants in each condition.
The intervention was divided into different content units delivered either during a meeting (Traditional Condition) or a series of tweets (Get Social Condition). For the Get Social Condition, tweets with intervention content were produced to meet all objectives for each content unit and programmed to go out at set times for each group so 100% of the objectives for each content unit were met. For the Traditional Condition, checklists were created with objectives for each content unit and staff listened to 2 to 3 randomly selected group recordings for each study wave to determine if these objectives were met by the interventionist. Treatment Fidelity was defined as the percentage of objectives delivered by the interventionist for each wave.
Outcome measures
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Get Social
n=9 Treatment groups
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
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Traditional
n=9 Treatment groups
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Treatment Fidelity
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100 Percentage of unit objectives delivered
Standard Deviation 0
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88.2 Percentage of unit objectives delivered
Standard Deviation 11.0
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SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: BaselinePopulation: Randomized participants who completed the PSQI items
To measure sleep quality we used select questions from the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index to calculate habitual sleep efficiency (the percentage of time in bed spent sleeping).
Outcome measures
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Get Social
n=167 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
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Traditional
n=161 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Habitual Sleep Efficiency
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87.5 Percentage of time spent in bed sleeping
Interval 80.0 to 93.3
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87.5 Percentage of time spent in bed sleeping
Interval 77.8 to 93.3
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SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: 6-monthsPopulation: Randomized participants who completed the PSQI items
To measure sleep quality we used select questions from the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index which allowed the calculation of habitual sleep efficiency (the percentage of time in bed spent sleeping).
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=128 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
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Traditional
n=140 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Habitual Sleep Efficiency
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86.7 Percentage of time spent in bed sleeping
Interval 77.8 to 93.9
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85.7 Percentage of time spent in bed sleeping
Interval 80.0 to 93.3
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SECONDARY outcome
Timeframe: 12-monthsPopulation: Randomized participants who completed the PSQI items
To measure sleep quality we used select questions from the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index which allowed the calculation of habitual sleep efficiency (the percentage of time in bed spent sleeping).
Outcome measures
| Measure |
Get Social
n=116 Participants
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
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Traditional
n=128 Participants
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
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Habitual Sleep Efficiency
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87.5 Percentage of time spent in bed sleeping
Interval 80.0 to 100.0
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85.7 Percentage of time spent in bed sleeping
Interval 77.8 to 89.4
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Adverse Events
Get Social
Serious events: 0 serious events
Other events: 52 other events
Deaths: 0 deaths
Traditional
Serious events: 0 serious events
Other events: 49 other events
Deaths: 0 deaths
Serious adverse events
Adverse event data not reported
Other adverse events
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Get Social
n=167 participants at risk
Get Social participants will receive a weight loss intervention in a "protected" Twitter group. The intervention content will be structured to deliver in an online context. The online coaches will post daily content, respond to questions, address concerns, and encourage engagement. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Get Social: Online-delivered weight loss intervention
Smartphone: A smartphone is needed to use MyFitnessPal for all participants and to access Twitter for the Get Social participants
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Traditional
n=162 participants at risk
Participants will attend weight loss groups weekly for 8 weeks, then biweekly for 16 weeks, then monthly between months 6 and 12. The weight loss intervention is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based weight loss program focused on lifestyle changes. The goals for the intervention are 175 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and an overall weight loss of 7%. Each participant will get an individualized calorie goal that would facilitate a 1-2 lbs. weight loss weekly. Participants will also be encouraged to use an app such as MyFitnessPal to track daily diet.
Traditional: Group-delivered weight loss intervention
Smartphone: A smartphone is needed to use MyFitnessPal for all participants and to access Twitter for the Get Social participants
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Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders
Musculoskeletal Pain or Injury
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14.4%
24/167 • Number of events 27 • 1 year
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14.8%
24/162 • Number of events 25 • 1 year
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General disorders
Communicable Disease (Cold, Flu, Pneumonia)
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5.4%
9/167 • Number of events 9 • 1 year
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4.9%
8/162 • Number of events 8 • 1 year
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Surgical and medical procedures
Procedure/Surgery
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4.8%
8/167 • Number of events 10 • 1 year
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2.5%
4/162 • Number of events 4 • 1 year
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Cardiac disorders
Cardiac Issue
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2.4%
4/167 • Number of events 4 • 1 year
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0.62%
1/162 • Number of events 1 • 1 year
|
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Gastrointestinal disorders
Gastrointestinal Issue
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2.4%
4/167 • Number of events 5 • 1 year
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2.5%
4/162 • Number of events 4 • 1 year
|
|
Endocrine disorders
Diabetes or Blood Glucose Issue
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1.8%
3/167 • Number of events 3 • 1 year
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0.62%
1/162 • Number of events 1 • 1 year
|
|
Psychiatric disorders
Changed Dose of Antidepressant Medication
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0.60%
1/167 • Number of events 1 • 1 year
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1.9%
3/162 • Number of events 3 • 1 year
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General disorders
Cancer
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1.8%
3/167 • Number of events 3 • 1 year
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0.62%
1/162 • Number of events 1 • 1 year
|
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Renal and urinary disorders
Gyno/Urological Issue
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1.2%
2/167 • Number of events 2 • 1 year
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0.62%
1/162 • Number of events 1 • 1 year
|
|
Injury, poisoning and procedural complications
Non-musculoskeletal injury, result of accident
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1.2%
2/167 • Number of events 2 • 1 year
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2.5%
4/162 • Number of events 4 • 1 year
|
|
Psychiatric disorders
Depression/Anxiety
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0.00%
0/167 • 1 year
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1.2%
2/162 • Number of events 2 • 1 year
|
|
Pregnancy, puerperium and perinatal conditions
Pregnancy
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0.00%
0/136 • 1 year
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1.5%
2/132 • Number of events 2 • 1 year
|
|
General disorders
Nerve Condition or Swelling in Legs
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0.00%
0/167 • 1 year
|
1.9%
3/162 • Number of events 3 • 1 year
|
|
Infections and infestations
Eye/Ear Infection
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0.60%
1/167 • Number of events 1 • 1 year
|
0.62%
1/162 • Number of events 1 • 1 year
|
|
Endocrine disorders
Hypothyroidism
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0.60%
1/167 • Number of events 1 • 1 year
|
0.62%
1/162 • Number of events 1 • 1 year
|
|
Immune system disorders
Autoimmune Disease
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0.60%
1/167 • Number of events 1 • 1 year
|
0.00%
0/162 • 1 year
|
|
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
Asthma Exacerbation
|
0.00%
0/167 • 1 year
|
0.62%
1/162 • Number of events 1 • 1 year
|
|
Hepatobiliary disorders
Fatty Liver Disease
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0.00%
0/167 • 1 year
|
0.62%
1/162 • Number of events 1 • 1 year
|
|
Surgical and medical procedures
Bariatric Surgery
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0.60%
1/167 • Number of events 1 • 1 year
|
0.00%
0/162 • 1 year
|
|
Infections and infestations
Lyme Disease
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0.00%
0/167 • 1 year
|
0.62%
1/162 • Number of events 1 • 1 year
|
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General disorders
Sleep Apnea
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0.60%
1/167 • Number of events 1 • 1 year
|
0.62%
1/162 • Number of events 1 • 1 year
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Additional Information
Results disclosure agreements
- Principal investigator is a sponsor employee
- Publication restrictions are in place