A patient's psychological, social, environmental and behavioral characteristics are evaluated upon enrollment. After determining the barriers that inhibit a patient's ability to make lifestyle changes and the motives for making these changes, Point of Change can utilize over one million combinations of messages to tailor advice to each patient - so each participant receives information relevant to their needs. Patients learn how to record their nutrition and exercise habits to better track their lifestyle and set realistic goals, and are encouraged to share these records with their doctors. The tailoring process is refined through periodic self-assessments. Building A Network of Support Point of Change links patients with other resources to help them manage their weight.
Most patients maintain that loss while on the drug.