Short therapy workshop shows promise for healthier habits in women with obesity
NCT ID NCT05885438
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tested a 4-hour acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) workshop in 52 women with obesity. The workshop taught skills like clarifying values and taking committed action to support healthy eating and physical activity. Researchers measured changes in psychological flexibility, distress tolerance, and behaviors at 1 week and 1 month after the workshop, comparing the active group to a waitlist control.
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Active substance
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) workshop
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a brief, low-cost psychological tool to help women with obesity build healthier lifestyles.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 52 participants and short follow-up (1 month). Results may not apply to broader populations or lead to lasting weight changes.
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, Alabama, 35205, United States