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Book SynopsisThe obesity epidemic is one of the most serious public health threats confronting the nation and the world. The majority of overweight individuals want to lose weight, but the overall success of self-administered diets and commercial weight loss programs is very poor. Scientific findings suggest that the problem boils down to adherence. The dietary and physical activity recommendations that weight loss programs promote are effective; however, people have difficulty initiating and maintaining changes.Effective Weight Loss presents 25 detailed sessions of an empirically supported, cognitive-behavioral treatment package called Acceptance-Based Behavioral Treatment (ABT). The foundation of this approach is comprised of the nutritional, physical activity, and behavioral components of the most successful, gold-standard behavioral weight loss programs. These components are synthesized with acceptance, willingness, behavioral commitment, motivation, and relapse prevention strategies drawn from a range of therapies. ABT is based on the idea that specialized self-control skills are necessary for weight control, given our innate desire to consume delicious foods and to conserve energy by avoiding physical activity. These self-control skills revolve around a willingness to choose behaviors that may be perceived as uncomfortable, for the sake of a more valuable objective. The Clinician Guide is geared towards helping administer treatment, and the companion Workbook provides summaries of session content, exercises, worksheets, handouts, and assignments for patients and clients receiving the treatment. The books will appeal to psychologists, primary care physicians, nutritionists, dieticians, and other clinicians who counsel the overweight.
Trade Review"The science of effective weight loss has long been bogged down, searching for a progressive way forward. Finally, a new evidence-based alternative has emerged that builds on and adds to what we know and that appears to produce better outcomes. Well written and practical, this book opens an arena for treatment providers to explore. Highly recommended." --Steven C. Hayes, PhD, Foundation Professor, Department of Psychology, University of Nevada, Reno, and Co-developer of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy "This excellent volume provides health professionals a front-row seat to examine third-wave, cognitive behavioral therapies for eating disorders and obesity. Practitioners will appreciate the detailed clinical descriptions of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), mindfulness-based approaches, and related interventions. Researchers will find the volume balanced in its assessment of the benefits of these new approaches, as well as of what remains to be learned of their long-term efficacy and mechanisms of action. Make space on your book shelf for this welcomed contribution!" --Thomas A. Wadden, PhD, Albert J. Stunkard Professor of Psychiatry and Director, Center for Weight and Eating Disorders, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania "Effective Weight Loss: An Acceptance-based Behavioral Approach, Clinician Guide and Workbook are a superb blending of proven behavioral principles and practices for weight loss with cutting-edge Acceptance and Commitment Therapy principles and practices. This is a welcomed addition to the field of weight loss management."-Robert A. Carels, PhD, MBA, Professor and Director of Clinical Training, Department of Psychology, East Carolina University "Obesity is one of the world's most significant public health issues. There is a tremendous need for novel, evidence-based treatments that can help individuals lose weight and maintain those losses over time. As Forman and Butryn have successfully demonstrated, an acceptance-based, behavioral approach to weight loss is a viable alternative to traditional weight loss treatments. This well-written Workbook and Clinician Guide should be on the bookshelves of the entire range of multidisciplinary professionals who work with patients struggling with their weight. It is an outstanding addition to the Treatments ThatWork series."-David B. Sarwer, PhD, Associate Dean for Research and Director, Center for Obesity Research and Education, College of Public Health, Temple University
Table of ContentsAcknowledgments Introduction and Principles of Treatment Chapter 1: Session 1: Welcome Chapter 2: Session 2: Calorie Cutting Keys Chapter 3: Session 3: Goal Setting, and Weighing and Measuring Chapter 4: Session 4: Labels, Planning, and Calorie Accounting Chapter 5: Session 5: Control What You Can, Accept What You Can't; the Home Food Environment Chapter 6: Session 6: Physical Activity and Willingness (Part 1) Chapter 7: Session 7: Willingness (Part 2) and Values Chapter 8: Session 8: Forming Good Habits/Flexibility Chapter 9: Session 9: Restaurant Eating/Handling Weekends and Special Occasions Chapter 10: Session 10: Barriers to Living a Valued Life Chapter 11: Session 11: Friends and Family Chapter 12: Session 12: Introduction to Defusion and Urge Surfing Chapter 13: Session 13: Strategies to Help Defuse and Increase Willingness Chapter 14: Session 14: Review of Dietary Principles, Mindless Eating, and Portion Sizes Chapter 15: Session 15: Mindful Decision-Making Chapter 16: Session 16: Transitioning to Bi-Weekly Meetings Chapter 17: Session 17: Maintaining Losses over the Long Term Chapter 18: Session 18: Willingness and Reducing Barriers to Physical Activity Chapter 19: Session 19: Committed Action Chapter 20: Session 20: Emotional Eating Chapter 21: Session 21: Lapse vs. Relapse/Reversing Small Weight Gains Chapter 22: Session 22: Revisiting Commitment/Transition to Monthly/Bi-Monthly Meetings Chapter 23: Session 23: Maintaining Motivation Chapter 24: Session 24: Looking Ahead Chapter 25: Session 25: Celebrating Accomplishments Appendix 1: Weight and Lifestyle Inventory (WALI) Certificate of Completion References
