Publications [#271180] of Kelly D. Brownell

Journal Articles

1. Wadden, TA; Stunkard, AJ; Brownell, KD; Day, SC (1984). Treatment of obesity by behavior therapy and very low calorie diet: a pilot investigation.. Journal of consulting and clinical psychology, 52(4), 692-694. [doi]
   (last updated on 2024/04/24)

   Abstract:
   Treated 17 obese females (mean age 37.5 yrs) who averaged 87% overweight for 6 mo on a program of diet and behavior modification designed for weight loss maintenance. Ss, who were paid to participate, received a balanced diet of 1,000-2,200 kilocalories/day for Month 1, a low calorie protein liquid (400-500 kilocalories/day) for Month 2, low calorie protein (fish, fowl) for Month 3, and a balanced diet for Months 4-6. Results show that Ss lost an average 20.5 kg during treatment and showed significant reductions in anxiety and depression even while consuming the low calorie diet. At 1-yr follow-up, Ss had regained an average of 2.1 kg. (6 ref) (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2006 APA, all rights reserved). © 1984 American Psychological Association.