Persons With Obesity (PwO) Exploratory Research

Study Overview
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Brief Summary
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The purpose of this study is to understand the personal flow along the weight loss management journey. A range of variables will be addressed in a survey to explore the weight loss journey, barriers and management. Topics include weight loss strategies and challenges, HCP involvement, and perceptions towards weight loss medications. Potential participants will be recruited using various online panels. Study participants will be recruited to participate in 2 types of qualitative research. Phase I: Online bulletin boards (OBB) Phase II: Virtual focus groups (real-time)

Official Title
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Persons With Obesity (PwO) Exploratory Research - India

Conditions
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Obesity

Intervention / Treatment
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* Other: No treatment given


Participation Criteria
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Eligibility Criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: Informed consent obtained before any study-related activities (study-related activities are any procedure related to recording of data according to the protocol). Male or female, age above or equal to 18 years at the time of signing informed consent. Current body mass index (BMI) of 25 or greater Not currently pregnant Does not participate in intense fitness or body building program Weight loss not through illness or injury At least somewhat concerned about current weight If no plans for weight loss in the next six months, has made at least 1 weight loss effort in last 5 years Struggling with weight for at least 3 years Exclusion Criteria: Previous participation in this study. Participation is defined as having given informed consent in this study Mental incapacity, unwillingness or language barriers precluding adequate understanding or cooperation Does not meet inclusion criteria.

Ages Eligible for Study
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Minimum Age: 18 Years

Sexes Eligible for Study
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All

Study Plan
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How is the study designed?
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Arms and Interventions

| Participant Group/Arm | Intervention/Treatment |
| --- | --- |
| Phase I<br>Online bulletin boards (OBB) | Other: No treatment given<br>* No treatment given<br>|
| Phase II<br>Virtual focus groups (real-time) | Other: No treatment given<br>* No treatment given<br>|

What is the study measuring?
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Primary Outcome Measures

| Outcome Measure | Measure Description | Time Frame |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Description of perceptions, behaviours and awareness related to obesity and obesity management among people living with obesity. | 120-minute OBB discussion with numeric and open-ended response (Phase 1) | 5 days (Phase 1) | 
| Description of perceptions, behaviours and awareness related to obesity and obesity management among people living with obesity. | 90-minute focus group with open-ended response (Phase 2) | 1 day (Phase 2) | 
| Assessment of triggers for people with obesity to request medical therapy and expectations for both therapy available and their weight loss journey. | 120-minute OBB discussion with numeric and open-ended response (Phase 1) | 5 days (Phase 1) | 
| Assessment of triggers for people with obesity to request medical therapy and expectations for both therapy available and their weight loss journey. | 90-minute focus group with open-ended response (Phase 2) | 1 day (Phase 2) |