Obesity
Researchers' data from the United Kingdom, United States and People's Republic of China advance obesity research
Published in Obesity and Diabetes Week, July 31st, 2006
Study 1: Family-based behavioral treatment of obesity is acceptable and effective in the clinical setting in the U.K.
In a recently published article, scientists in England conducted a study "to assess the acceptability and impact of family-based behavioral treatment (FBBT) for childhood obesity in a clinical setting in the U.K. Pre- and post-treatment assessment for four consecutive treatment groups [were conducted]."
"Treatment groups took place at Great Ormond Street Hospital, London. Participants were 33 families with...
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