Applicability and Efficiency of Different Approaches in Lifestyle Interventions - Lifestyle Management and Changes in Everyday Life
Applicability and Efficiency of Different Approaches in Lifestyle Interventions - Lifestyle Management and Changes in Everyday Life
The purpose of this study is to examine the effectiveness and applicability of different interventions designed for enhancing overall wellbeing. Lifestyle changes, as well as psychological and physiological health variables are assessed. The interventions are based on the principles of cognitive behavioural therapy, and delivered either face-to-face, via mobile phone application, or Internet.
The study focuses on targeting overweight, stress, and impaired overall wellbeing with new cost-effective intervention methods. The intervention methods are based on the principles of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and further acceptance-commitment therapy (ACT). The interventions are delivered either face-to-face, via mobile application, or via Internet. The purpose of each intervention is to improve the subjects lifestyles and activate them towards beneficial changes in their everyday life. The psychological and physiological effects of interventions are measured with various invasive and non-invasive methods. The study gives new insight into effectiveness and acceptability of up-to-date psychological intervention methods, and new knowledge of different ways to deliver interventions for improving wellbeing of an individual.
Inclusion Criteria:
Exclusion Criteria:
Diagnosed severe chronic illness
Regular use of cortisone pills
Eating disorder: bulimia
Disability pension for psychological reasons
Pregnancy or breastfeeding within the pas 6 months
Shift work (in three shifts) or night work
Participation in other intervention studies during the present study