Lifestyle Modification for Weight Loss in Schizophrenia
| Status: | Completed |
|---|---|
| Conditions: | Obesity Weight Loss, Schizophrenia, Psychiatric |
| Therapuetic Areas: | Endocrinology, Psychiatry / Psychology |
| Healthy: | No |
| Age Range: | 18 - 65 |
| Updated: | 4/21/2016 |
| Start Date: | October 2009 |
| End Date: | February 2012 |
The purpose of this study is to find out how effective lifestyle modification group therapy
is on reducing body weight when compared to usual care in individuals with schizophrenia
and/or schizoaffective disorder.
is on reducing body weight when compared to usual care in individuals with schizophrenia
and/or schizoaffective disorder.
Inclusion Criteria:
1. Subjects will be between 18 and 65 years of age.
2. Have a BMI of 28 or greater.
3. Meet DSM-IV criteria for schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder.
4. Be on a stable dose of antipsychotic medication for at least one month, with positive
symptoms stability as judged by the clinical team and investigator.
Exclusion Criteria:
1. A history of dementia or mental retardation.
2. Not capable of giving informed consent for participation in this study.
3. Ongoing pregnancy.
4. Living in a structured environment where the meals are provided as part of the
program, e.g., a group home, nursing home, etc.
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