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@article{fds370933,
Author = {Ruiz, JM and Bacon, SL and Bennett, GG and Brondolo, E and Czajkowski,
SM and Davidson, KW and Epel, ES and Revenson, TA and Behavioral
Medicine Research Council},
Title = {Behavioral Medicine Research Council (BMRC) Statement
Papers: A New Approach to Consensus Building in Behavioral
Medicine Science.},
Journal = {Psychosomatic medicine},
Volume = {85},
Number = {4},
Pages = {296-297},
Year = {2023},
Month = {May},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/psy.0000000000001185},
Doi = {10.1097/psy.0000000000001185},
Key = {fds370933}
}
@article{fds370371,
Author = {Berger, MB and Chisholm, M and Miller, HN and Askew, S and Kay, MC and Bennett, GG},
Title = {"We bleed for our community:" A qualitative exploration of
the implementation of a pragmatic weight gain prevention
trial from the perspectives of community health center
professionals.},
Journal = {BMC Public Health},
Volume = {23},
Number = {1},
Pages = {695},
Year = {2023},
Month = {April},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/s12889-023-15574-2},
Abstract = {BACKGROUND: Clinical trial implementation continues to shift
toward pragmatic design, with the goal of increasing future
adoption in clinical practice. Yet, few pragmatic trials
within clinical settings have qualitatively assessed
stakeholder input, especially from those most impacted by
research implementation and outcomes, i.e., providers and
staff. Within this context, we conducted a qualitative study
of the implementation of a pragmatic digital health obesity
trial with employees at a Federally qualified health center
(FQHC) network in central North Carolina. METHODS:
Participant recruitment was conducted through purposive
sampling of FQHC employees from a variety of backgrounds.
Two researchers conducted semi-structured qualitative
interviews and collected demographic data. Interviews were
digitally recorded, professionally transcribed and
double-coded by two independent researchers using NVivo 12.
Coding discrepancies were reviewed by a third researcher
until intercoder consensus was reached. Responses were
compared within and across participants to elucidate
emergent themes. RESULTS: Eighteen qualitative interviews
were conducted, of whom 39% provided direct medical care to
patients and 44% worked at the FQHC for at least seven
years. Results illuminated the challenges and successes of a
pragmatically designed obesity treatment intervention within
the community that serves medically vulnerable patients.
Although limited time and staffing shortages may have
challenged recruitment processes, respondents described
early buy-in from leadership; an alignment of organizational
and research goals; and consideration of patient needs as
facilitators to implementation. Respondents also described
the need for personnel power to sustain novel research
interventions and considerations of health center resource
constraints. CONCLUSIONS: Results from this study contribute
to the limited literature on pragmatic trials utilizing
qualitative methods, particularly in community-based obesity
treatment. To continue to merge the gaps between research
implementation and clinical care, qualitative assessments
that solicit stakeholder input are needed within pragmatic
trial design. For maximum impact, researchers may wish to
solicit input from a variety of professionals at trial onset
and ensure that shared common goals and open collaboration
between all partners is maintained throughout the trial.
TRIAL REGISTRATION: This trial was registered with
ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT03003403) on December 28,
2016.},
Doi = {10.1186/s12889-023-15574-2},
Key = {fds370371}
}
@article{fds370717,
Author = {Ruiz, JM and Bacon, SL and Bennett, GG and Brondolo, E and Czajkowski,
SM and Davidson, KW and Epel, ES and Revenson, TA},
Title = {Behavioral Medicine Research Council (BMRC) Statement
Papers: A New Approach to Consensus Building in Behavioral
Medicine Science.},
Journal = {Annals of behavioral medicine : a publication of the Society
of Behavioral Medicine},
Volume = {57},
Number = {5},
Pages = {355-356},
Year = {2023},
Month = {April},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/abm/kaac038},
Doi = {10.1093/abm/kaac038},
Key = {fds370717}
}
@article{fds369356,
Author = {Kay, MC and Hammad, NM and Truong, T and Herring, SJ and Bennett,
GG},
Title = {Feasibility, Acceptability, and Initial Efficacy of a
Digital Intervention to Improve Consumption of Foods
Received within a National Nutrition Assistance
Program.},
Journal = {Nutrients},
Volume = {15},
Number = {2},
Year = {2023},
Month = {January},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/nu15020438},
Abstract = {Many mothers are vulnerable to poor diet quality,
particularly those living in low-income households. The
Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants,
and Children (WIC) provides nutrient-rich foods through its
benefits packages, but many WIC participants are not
redeeming them. We assessed the feasibility and
acceptability of a digital intervention to support
redemption and consumption of WIC-approved foods to
ultimately improve diet quality. We enrolled 54
maternal-child dyads receiving WIC benefits to receive three
to four weekly text messages for 12 weeks focused on
behavioral goals to improve consumption of WIC-approved
foods. We assessed engagement with weekly tracking messages
and satisfaction and collected 24 h dietary recalls to
assess preliminary efficacy on dietary intake. Participants
were mostly non-Hispanic white (63%) and working (63%), and
responded to 7.4 (standard deviation: 4.6) of the 12 weekly
messages. Half (n = 27) were high engagers (responded to 80%
or more of weekly messages), with 28% (n = 15) responding to
all messages. Most felt the feedback (94%) and tips (87%)
were helpful and would recommend the program (91%). More
were consuming leafy green vegetables compared to baseline
(p = 0.01). Mothers of children enrolled in WIC found a text
messaging intervention focused on consumption of
WIC-approved foods enjoyable and helpful.},
Doi = {10.3390/nu15020438},
Key = {fds369356}
}
@article{fds364179,
Author = {Tyson, CC and Svetkey, LP and Lin, P-H and Granados, I and Kennedy, D and Dunbar, KT and Redd, C and Bennett, G and Boulware, LE and Fish,
LJ},
Title = {Self-Perceived Barriers and Facilitators to Dietary
Approaches to Stop Hypertension Diet Adherence Among Black
Americans With Chronic Kidney Disease: A Qualitative
Study.},
Journal = {J Ren Nutr},
Volume = {33},
Number = {1},
Pages = {59-68},
Year = {2023},
Month = {January},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1053/j.jrn.2022.05.002},
Abstract = {OBJECTIVE: The Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension
(DASH) eating plan improves hypertension in Black
individuals and is associated with favorable chronic kidney
disease (CKD) outcomes. Yet, adherence to DASH is low among
US adults in general, particularly among Black Americans. We
assessed perceptions about DASH, its cultural compatibility,
and barriers and facilitators to DASH adherence in Black
adults with CKD. DESIGN AND METHODS: We conducted focus
groups and semistructured individual interviews involving 22
Black men and women with CKD Stages 3-4 from outpatient
clinics at a US academic medical center. Transcripts of
audio-recorded interviews were analyzed using thematic
analysis. RESULTS: Among participants (2 focus groups
[N = 8 and 5] and 9 individual interviews), 13 (59%) had
CKD Stage 3, 13 (59%) were female, the median age was
61 years, and 19 (90%) had hypertension. After receiving
information about DASH, participants perceived it as
culturally compatible based on 3 emergent themes: (1) Black
individuals already eat DASH-recommended foods ("Blacks eat
pretty much like this"), (2) traditional recipes (e.g.,
southern or soul food) can be modified into healthy versions
("you can come up with decent substitutes to make it just as
good"), and ( 3) diet is not uniform among Black individuals
("I can't say that I eat traditional"). Perceived barriers
to DASH adherence included unfamiliarity with serving sizes,
poor cooking skills, unsupportive household members, and
high cost of healthy food. Eleven (52%) reported after
paying monthly bills that they "rarely" or "never" had
leftover money to purchase healthy food. Perceived
facilitators included having local access to healthy food,
living alone or with supportive household members, and
having willpower and internal/external motivation for
change. CONCLUSIONS: Black adults with CKD viewed DASH as a
healthy, culturally compatible diet. Recognizing that diet
in Black adults is not uniform, interventions should
emphasize person-centered, rather than stereotypically
culture-centered, approaches to DASH adherence.},
Doi = {10.1053/j.jrn.2022.05.002},
Key = {fds364179}
}
@article{fds367657,
Author = {Miller, HN and Berger, MB and Askew, S and Kay, MC and Chisholm, M and Sirdeshmukh, G and Hopkins, CM and Brewer, A and DeVries, A and Holder,
M and Bennett, GG},
Title = {Recruitment of diverse community health center patients in a
pragmatic weight gain prevention trial.},
Journal = {J Clin Transl Sci},
Volume = {7},
Number = {1},
Pages = {e22},
Year = {2023},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/cts.2022.475},
Abstract = {INTRODUCTION: Pragmatic trials are needed to establish
evidence-based obesity treatment in primary care settings,
particularly in community health centers (CHCs) that serve
populations at heightened risk of obesity. Recruiting a
representative trial sample is a critical first step to
informing care for diverse communities. We described
recruitment strategies utilized in a pragmatic obesity trial
and assessed the sociodemographic characteristics and odds
of enrollment by recruitment strategy. METHODS: We analyzed
data from Balance, a pragmatic trial implemented within a
network of CHCs. We recruited participants via health
center-based and electronic health record (EHR)-informed
mail recruitment. We analyzed associations between
sociodemographic characteristics and the return rate of
patient authorization forms (required for participation)
from EHR-informed mail recruitment. We also compared
sociodemographic characteristics and randomization odds by
recruitment strategy after returning authorization forms.
RESULTS: Of the individuals recruited through EHR-informed
mail recruitment, females were more likely than males to
return authorization forms; however, there were no
differences in rates of return by preferred language
(English/Spanish) or age. Females; underrepresented racial
and ethnic groups; Spanish speakers; younger adults; and
those with lower education levels were recruited more
successfully in the health center. In contrast, their
counterparts were more responsive to mail recruitment. Once
authorization forms were returned, the odds of being
randomized did not significantly differ by recruitment
method. CONCLUSION: Health center-based recruitment was
essential to meeting recruitment targets in a pragmatic
weight gain prevention trial, specifically for Hispanic and
Spanish-speaking communities. Future pragmatic trials should
consider leveraging in-person recruitment for
underrepresented groups in research.},
Doi = {10.1017/cts.2022.475},
Key = {fds367657}
}
@article{fds365876,
Author = {Miller, HN and Berger, MB and Askew, S and Trefney, E and Tyson, C and Svetkey, L and Bennett, GG and Steinberg, DM},
Title = {Implementation of an At-home Blood Pressure Measurement
Protocol in a Hypertension Management Clinical Trial During
the COVID-19 Pandemic.},
Journal = {J Cardiovasc Nurs},
Volume = {37},
Number = {5},
Pages = {475-481},
Year = {2022},
Month = {September},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/JCN.0000000000000927},
Abstract = {BACKGROUND: The Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension
eating plan is an evidence-based treatment of hypertension;
however, adherence to the Dietary Approaches to Stop
Hypertension is low. To improve adherence to the Dietary
Approaches to Stop Hypertension among adults with
hypertension, we designed Nourish, a 2-arm, 12-month
randomized controlled trial. The COVID-19 pandemic
necessitated a change from in-person to remotely delivered
visits, requiring substantial protocol modifications to
measure blood pressure accurately and safely for secondary
outcome data. PURPOSE: The purpose of this article is to
describe the implementation of an at-home blood pressure
measurement protocol for the Nourish trial. CONCLUSION: Our
investigator team and study staff developed and implemented
a robust and feasible blood pressure measurement protocol to
be executed within an at-home format. CLINICAL IMPLICATIONS:
The described blood pressure measurement protocol provides a
framework for use in future clinical trials and clinical
settings in which a remote visit is preferred or
required.},
Doi = {10.1097/JCN.0000000000000927},
Key = {fds365876}
}
@article{fds363783,
Author = {Mendoza-Vasconez, AS and McLaughlin, E and Sallis, JF and Maibach, E and Epel, E and Bennett, G and Nogueira, L and Thayer, J and Dietz,
WH},
Title = {Advocacy to support climate and health policies: recommended
actions for the Society of Behavioral Medicine.},
Journal = {Translational behavioral medicine},
Volume = {12},
Number = {4},
Pages = {535-543},
Year = {2022},
Month = {May},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/tbm/ibac028},
Abstract = {Climate change poses serious threats to public health and is
exacerbating health inequities. Policy changes are essential
to mitigate climate change impacts on human and planetary
health. The purpose was to describe recommendations by the
Policy and Advocacy Subgroup of the Society of Behavioral
Medicine (SBM) Climate Change, Behavior Change and Health
Presidential Working Group (PWG). The Policy and Advocacy
subgroup was comprised of experts in public health, climate
policy, and health behavior change, who worked together to
identify priorities and develop recommendations. We worked
under the premise that building political will for climate
policy action is the most urgent goal, and we recommended
promotion of citizen advocacy for this purpose. Because
citizen advocacy is a set of behaviors, SBM members can use
behavioral science to identify and scale up interventions,
working collaboratively with communities targeted for
marginalization. Recommendations for SBM included
establishing an organizational home for climate and health
work, providing training and resources, engaging in climate
advocacy as an organization, and networking with other
organizations. Recommendations for a proposed SBM Climate
and Health Committee, Council, or Special Interest Group
included developing trainings and resources, seeking
opportunities for networking and collaborations, and
identifying a research agenda. Individual behavior changes
are insufficient to address climate change; policy actions
are needed. SBM and similar organizations can support their
members to work in developing, evaluating, and scaling up
advocacy interventions for action on climate policy to
magnify the power of the health and medical sectors to
protect planetary and human health.},
Doi = {10.1093/tbm/ibac028},
Key = {fds363783}
}
@article{fds364056,
Author = {Nogueira, L and White, KE and Bell, B and Alegria, KE and Bennett, G and Edmondson, D and Epel, E and Holman, EA and Kronish, IM and Thayer,
J},
Title = {The Role of Behavioral Medicine in Addressing Climate
Change-Related Health Inequities.},
Journal = {Translational behavioral medicine},
Volume = {12},
Number = {4},
Pages = {526-534},
Year = {2022},
Month = {May},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/tbm/ibac005},
Abstract = {Climate change is the greatest threat to global health in
human history. It has been declared a public health
emergency by the World Health Organization and leading
researchers from academic institutions around the globe.
Structural racism disproportionately exposes communities
targeted for marginalization to the harmful consequences of
climate change through greater risk of exposure and
sensitivity to climate hazards and less adaptive capacity to
the health threats of climate change. Given its
interdisciplinary approach to integrating behavioral,
psychosocial, and biomedical knowledge, the discipline of
behavioral medicine is uniquely qualified to address the
systemic causes of climate change-related health inequities
and can offer a perspective that is currently missing from
many climate and health equity efforts. In this article, we
summarize relevant concepts, describe how climate change and
structural racism intersect to exacerbate health inequities,
and recommend six strategies with the greatest potential for
addressing climate-related health inequities.},
Doi = {10.1093/tbm/ibac005},
Key = {fds364056}
}
@article{fds362984,
Author = {Conroy, DE and Bennett, GG and Lagoa, CM and Wolin,
KY},
Title = {Steps towards digital tools for personalised physical
activity promotion.},
Journal = {British journal of sports medicine},
Volume = {56},
Number = {8},
Pages = {424-425},
Year = {2022},
Month = {April},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/bjsports-2021-104169},
Doi = {10.1136/bjsports-2021-104169},
Key = {fds362984}
}
@article{fds361383,
Author = {Kay, MC and Hammad, NM and Herring, SJ and Bennett,
GG},
Title = {Using Interactive Text Messaging to Improve Diet Quality and
Increase Redemption of Foods Approved by the Special
Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and
Children: Protocol for a Cohort Feasibility
Study.},
Journal = {JMIR Res Protoc},
Volume = {10},
Number = {12},
Pages = {e32441},
Year = {2021},
Month = {December},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.2196/32441},
Abstract = {BACKGROUND: Children in the United States eat too few
fruits, vegetables, and whole grains and too many
energy-dense foods; these dietary behaviors are associated
with increased risk of obesity. Maternal diet plays a key
role in shaping children's diets; however, many mothers have
poor diet quality, especially those living in low-income
households. The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for
Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) is a federal nutrition
assistance program that provides mothers and children with
nutrient-dense foods, and those who participate have better
diet quality. However, many mothers do not redeem all their
WIC-approved foods. Thus, there is a need to create
effective interventions to improve diet quality, especially
among low-income children and families. OBJECTIVE: This
paper aims to describe the development and protocol for a
study to evaluate the feasibility, satisfaction, and
preliminary efficacy of a fully automated text messaging
intervention as a strategy to improve maternal diet quality
and the redemption of WIC-approved foods. METHODS: We
describe the use of the framework developed for the
description of nonrandomized feasibility studies. Using an
observational, prospective cohort study design, we will
recruit mothers enrolled in WIC with a child aged ≤2
years. Participants will receive automated SMS text messages
aimed at improving the redemption of WIC-approved foods to
improve the participants' diet quality for 12 weeks. All
outcome measures will be analyzed using descriptive and
inferential statistics. Qualitative data will be analyzed
using thematic analysis. RESULTS: Data collection for this
study began in March 2021. We expect the study results to be
available within 9 months of study commencement. The results
will shed light on the feasibility, acceptability, and
effectiveness of using automated text messages as a behavior
change strategy for mothers enrolled in WIC. CONCLUSIONS:
The results of this pilot study will explore whether this
digital behavioral intervention, which will deliver
nutrition guidance in accordance with the Dietary Guidelines
for Americans using interactive self-monitoring and
feedback, is feasible and acceptable. This will lay the
foundation for a larger evaluation to determine efficacy for
improving diet quality in those most at risk for obesity.
TRIAL REGISTRATION: ClinicalTrials.gov NCT04098016;
https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT04098016.
INTERNATIONAL REGISTERED REPORT IDENTIFIER (IRRID):
DERR1-10.2196/32441.},
Doi = {10.2196/32441},
Key = {fds361383}
}
@article{fds357949,
Author = {Koontz, BF and Levine, E and McSherry, F and Niedzwiecki, D and Sutton,
L and Dale, T and Streicher, M and Rushing, C and Owen, L and Kraus, WE and Bennett, G and Pollak, KI},
Title = {Increasing physical activity in Cancer Survivors through a
Text-messaging Exercise motivation Program
(ICanSTEP).},
Journal = {Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the
Multinational Association of Supportive Care in
Cancer},
Volume = {29},
Number = {12},
Pages = {7339-7349},
Year = {2021},
Month = {December},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00520-021-06281-y},
Abstract = {<h4>Purpose</h4>Cancer survivors are often sedentary.
Self-monitoring may promote physical activity through
self-activation. We conducted a pilot trial to evaluate
whether wearable activity tracker with personalized text
message feedback would increase physical
activity.<h4>Methods</h4>We enrolled 30 patients with solid
tumor cancers into a non-randomized prospective intervention
trial (NCT02627079): 15 had completed treatment in the past
year and 15 under active treatment. Each participant
received an activity tracker and daily text messages
personalized to their activity level. We assessed
patient-reported outcomes and 6-min walk (6 MW) at baseline
and 3 months.<h4>Results</h4>Twenty-six participants
completed the study. There was substantial variation in
baseline activity. Overall, 39% of participants increased
their steps taken by at least 20%, and 23% increased their
6 MW distance by 20% or more. More participants who had
completed treatment strongly agreed (73%) that the
intervention increased their exercise levels than those
receiving active treatment (47%). At 3 months, there was a
significant improvement in median Beck Depression
Inventory-II and Godin Leisure Index composite scores. At
6 months, 72% still wore their activity tracker at least
4 days per week.<h4>Conclusion</h4>We found that the
intervention was well-accepted with a high completion rate
at 3 months and continued self-use at 6 months. In this
pilot study of combined activity tracker and motivational
messaging, we found a signal for increased physical activity
over a 3-month period. Future research is needed to study
this technique for its impact on activity and other physical
and psychological measures of well-being.<h4>Implication for
cancer survivors</h4>Activity tracker with personalized
motivational messaging may be useful in promoting physical
activity in cancer survivors.},
Doi = {10.1007/s00520-021-06281-y},
Key = {fds357949}
}
@article{fds360575,
Author = {Hopkins, CM and Miller, HN and Brooks, TL and Mo-Hunter, L and Steinberg, DM and Bennett, GG},
Title = {Designing Ruby: Protocol for a 2-Arm, Brief, Digital
Randomized Controlled Trial for Internalized Weight
Bias.},
Journal = {JMIR research protocols},
Volume = {10},
Number = {11},
Pages = {e31307},
Year = {2021},
Month = {November},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.2196/31307},
Abstract = {<h4>Background</h4>Weight bias internalization, also known
as weight self-stigma, is a serious health concern for
individuals with higher body weight. Weight bias
internalization is associated with the greater avoidance of
health care and health-promoting activities, disordered
eating, social isolation, and weight gain. Elevated weight
bias internalization has been associated with low
self-compassion, yet few investigations have explored
self-compassion as a potential mechanism for reducing
internalized weight bias.<h4>Objective</h4>Ruby is a 2-arm
randomized controlled trial that was designed to test the
efficacy of a 4-week digital self-compassion intervention to
reduce internalized weight bias compared with a wait-list
control.<h4>Methods</h4>Adults with elevated internalized
weight bias and a BMI of >30 kg/m<sup>2</sup> (N=80) were
recruited. Ruby is a standalone digital trial that will be
delivered entirely via a smartphone and will involve
web-based data collection and text messages. The
intervention content will include psychoeducation and daily
mindfulness practices with a focus on self-compassion and
body concerns. We will use intent-to-treat analyses to
examine changes in weight bias internalization throughout
time by treatment arm. The analyses will be conducted by
using one-way analysis of covariance models and linear mixed
models.<h4>Results</h4>The protocol was designed in May 2020
and approved in December 2020. Data collection is currently
underway.<h4>Conclusions</h4>Ruby will be the first digital
standalone, self-compassion-based intervention designed to
reduce internalized weight bias. Owing to its standalone
digital delivery, Ruby may be a highly scalable treatment
for internalized weight bias that can be delivered on its
own or combined with other treatments. We expect Ruby to be
accessible to many, as participants can access the digital
intervention at times of the day that are the most
convenient in their schedule and are not burdened by
in-person time commitments, which can be a barrier for
participants with competing demands on their time and
resources. If efficacious, Ruby will be poised to expand a
burgeoning body of literature related to psychological
intervention in this area.<h4>Trial registration</h4>ClinicalTrials.gov
NCT04678973; https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT04678973.<h4>International
registered report identifier (irrid)</h4>DERR1-10.2196/31307.},
Doi = {10.2196/31307},
Key = {fds360575}
}
@article{fds358690,
Author = {Miller, HN and Berger, MB and Askew, S and Kay, MC and Hopkins, CM and Iragavarapu, MS and de Leon, M and Freed, M and Barnes, CN and Yang, Q and Tyson, CC and Svetkey, LP and Bennett, GG and Steinberg,
DM},
Title = {The Nourish Protocol: A digital health randomized controlled
trial to promote the DASH eating pattern among adults with
hypertension.},
Journal = {Contemp Clin Trials},
Volume = {109},
Pages = {106539},
Year = {2021},
Month = {October},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.cct.2021.106539},
Abstract = {INTRODUCTION: Over 100 million adults in the United States
have hypertension. The DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop
Hypertension) eating pattern is an evidence-based first-line
treatment option for hypertension; however, adherence to the
DASH eating pattern at a population level remains low. To
address this gap, we will implement Nourish, a randomized
controlled efficacy trial that will leverage a
commercially-available smartphone application and
evidence-based behavior change principles to improve
adherence to the DASH eating pattern among adults with
hypertension. METHODS: The Nourish trial is a two-arm,
12-month randomized control trial that will enroll adults
(N = 300) with hypertension, defined as a systolic blood
pressure of 120-159 mmHg; a diastolic blood pressure of
80-99 mmHg; and/or adults on blood pressure-lowering
medication. Nourish will test the efficacy of a digital
health intervention, as compared to the attention control
arm, on DASH eating pattern adherence and blood pressure.
Intervention components will include skills training,
self-monitoring, personalized feedback, and responsive
coaching. The primary outcome of the trial is 6-month
changes in adherence to the DASH eating pattern, as measured
by 24-h dietary recalls. DISCUSSION: Millions of Americans
remain in need of effective behavioral interventions to
manage and improve their hypertension and its adverse
consequences. The ubiquity of smartphones offers a promising
approach to disseminate the DASH eating pattern. By
leveraging these widely used smartphone applications,
combined with evidence-based behavior change principles and
the DASH eating plan, Nourish will demonstrate the
effectiveness of a digital health intervention to improve
DASH adherence, and ultimately, to reduce blood pressure.
Trial Number: NCT03875.},
Doi = {10.1016/j.cct.2021.106539},
Key = {fds358690}
}
@article{fds362849,
Author = {Davidson, KW and Bacon, SL and Bennett, GG and Brondolo, E and Czajkowski, SM and Diefenbach, MA and Epel, ES and Matthews, K and Revenson, TA and Ruiz, JM and Segerstrom, SC and Behavioral Medicine
Research Council},
Title = {Accomplishing breakthroughs in behavioural medicine
research.},
Journal = {Nature human behaviour},
Volume = {5},
Number = {7},
Pages = {813-815},
Year = {2021},
Month = {July},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1038/s41562-021-01134-4},
Doi = {10.1038/s41562-021-01134-4},
Key = {fds362849}
}
@article{fds366300,
Author = {Patel, ML and Wakayama, LN and Bennett, GG},
Title = {Self-Monitoring via Digital Health in Weight Loss
Interventions: A Systematic Review Among Adults with
Overweight or Obesity.},
Journal = {Obesity (Silver Spring, Md.)},
Volume = {29},
Number = {3},
Pages = {478-499},
Year = {2021},
Month = {March},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/oby.23088},
Abstract = {<h4>Objective</h4>Self-monitoring is a core component of
behavioral obesity treatment, but it is unknown how digital
health has been used for self-monitoring, what engagement
rates are achieved in these interventions, and how
self-monitoring and weight loss are related.<h4>Methods</h4>This
systematic review examined digital self-monitoring in
behavioral weight loss interventions among adults with
overweight or obesity. Six databases (PubMed, Embase,
Scopus, PsycInfo, CINAHL, and ProQuest Dissertations &
Theses) were searched for randomized controlled trials with
interventions ≥ 12 weeks, weight outcomes ≥ 6
months, and outcomes on self-monitoring engagement and their
relationship to weight loss.<h4>Results</h4>Thirty-nine
studies from 2009 to 2019 met inclusion criteria. Among the
67 interventions with digital self-monitoring, weight was
tracked in 72% of them, diet in 81%, and physical activity
in 82%. Websites were the most common self-monitoring
modality, followed by mobile applications, wearables,
electronic scales, and, finally, text messaging. Few
interventions had digital self-monitoring engagement
rates ≥ 75% of days. Rates were higher in digital-
than in paper-based arms in 21 out of 34 comparisons and
lower in just 2. Interventions with counseling had similar
rates to standalone interventions. Greater digital
self-monitoring was linked to weight loss in 74% of
occurrences.<h4>Conclusions</h4>Self-monitoring via digital
health is consistently associated with weight loss in
behavioral obesity treatment.},
Doi = {10.1002/oby.23088},
Key = {fds366300}
}
@article{fds366301,
Author = {McVay, MA and Yancy, WS and Bennett, GG and Levine, E and Jung, S-H and Jung, S and Anton, S and Voils, CI},
Title = {A web-based intervention to increase weight loss treatment
initiation: results of a cluster randomized feasibility and
acceptability trial.},
Journal = {Transl Behav Med},
Volume = {11},
Number = {1},
Pages = {226-235},
Year = {2021},
Month = {February},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/tbm/ibz143},
Abstract = {Evidence-based behavioral weight loss treatment is
under-utilized. To increase initiation of treatment, we
developed a single-session, online, primary care-based
intervention ("mobilization tool"). We evaluated the
mobilization tool's acceptability for primary care patients
with obesity, trial design feasibility, and signal of an
effect of the tool on treatment initiation. In this cluster
randomized feasibility trial, primary care providers (PCPs)
were randomized to a mobilization tool or comparator tool
arm. Patients with obesity and a scheduled appointment with
a randomized PCP were assigned to complete the mobilization
or comparator tool prior to their appointment. The online
mobilization tool asks patients to answer questions about a
variety of weight-related topics and then provides
automated, tailored feedback that addresses psychosocial
determinants of weight loss treatment initiation. The
comparator tool provided a nontailored description of
treatments. All participants were offered free enrollment in
behavioral weight loss treatments. Six PCPs were randomized.
Sixty patients (57% female; 66% white; aged 55 ± 13 years)
participated in this study of 296 contacted for eligibility
evaluation (20.2%). Six-month follow-up assessments were
completed by 65% (22/34) of the mobilization and 73% (19/26)
of comparator tool participants. Participants completing the
acceptability survey reported that the mobilization tool was
usable, enjoyable, informative, and useful. Weight loss
treatment was initiated by 59% (n = 19) of mobilization and
33% (n = 8) of comparator tool participants. The
mobilization tool shows promise for increasing treatment
initiation among primary care patients, which may increase
population weight loss. Trial Registration:
Clinicaltrials.gov identifier: NCT02708121.},
Doi = {10.1093/tbm/ibz143},
Key = {fds366301}
}
@article{fds366302,
Author = {Bennett, GG and Steinberg, D and Bolton, J and Gallis, JA and Treadway,
C and Askew, S and Kay, MC and Pollak, KI and Turner,
EL},
Title = {Optimizing an Obesity Treatment Using the Multiphase
Optimization Strategy Framework: Protocol for a Randomized
Factorial Trial.},
Journal = {JMIR Res Protoc},
Volume = {10},
Number = {1},
Pages = {e19506},
Year = {2021},
Month = {January},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.2196/19506},
Abstract = {BACKGROUND: Effective weight loss interventions exist, yet
few can be scaled up for wide dissemination. Further, none
has been fully delivered via text message. We used the
multiphase optimization strategy (MOST) to develop
multicomponent interventions that consist only of active
components, those that have been experimentally determined
to impact the chosen outcome. OBJECTIVE: The goal of this
study is to optimize a standalone text messaging obesity
intervention, Charge, using the MOST framework to
experimentally determine which text messaging components
produce a meaningful contribution to weight change at 6
months. METHODS: We designed a 6-month, weight loss texting
intervention based on our interactive obesity treatment
approach (iOTA). Participants are randomized to one of 32
experimental conditions to test which standalone text
messaging intervention components produce a meaningful
contribution to weight change at 6 months. RESULTS: The
project was funded in February 2017; enrollment began in
January 2018 and data collection was completed in June 2019.
Data analysis is in progress and first results are expected
to be submitted for publication in 2021. CONCLUSIONS: Full
factorial trials are particularly efficient in terms of cost
and logistics when leveraged for standalone digital
treatments. Accordingly, MOST has the potential to promote
the rapid advancement of digital health treatments. Subject
to positive findings, the intervention will be low cost,
immediately scalable, and ready for dissemination. This will
be of great potential use to the millions of Americans with
obesity and the providers who treat them. TRIAL
REGISTRATION: ClinicalTrials.gov NCT03254940;
https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT03254940.
INTERNATIONAL REGISTERED REPORT IDENTIFIER (IRRID):
RR1-10.2196/19506.},
Doi = {10.2196/19506},
Key = {fds366302}
}
@article{fds357950,
Author = {Torain, MJ and Bennett, GG and Matsouaka, RA and Olsen, MK and Yang, H and Bolton, JH and Johnson, KS and Svetkey, LP},
Title = {The Patient's Point of View: Characterizing Patient-Level
Factors Associated with Perceptions of Health
Care.},
Journal = {Health Equity},
Volume = {5},
Number = {1},
Pages = {457-465},
Year = {2021},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1089/heq.2021.0062},
Abstract = {Purpose: We explored the association between perception of
care, as measured by the Interpersonal Processes of Care
(IPC) survey, and patient-level factors, including (1) Trust
in physicians; (2) Perceived empathy; (3) Stereotype threat;
(4) Perceived everyday discrimination; and (5) Self-Reported
Health. Methods: Fifty participants from diverse racial
backgrounds and education levels were surveyed. We examined
the associations between the five patient-level factors and
each subdomain of the IPC using multiple linear regression.
We added a race interaction term to assess whether
associations between IPC subdomains and predictors differed
by race. We tested for correlation among factors found to be
significantly associated with the IPC. Results: In adjusted
analyses, trust in the physician, perceived empathy from the
provider, and perceived everyday discrimination were
significantly associated with most subdomains of the IPC.
There was no significant race interaction. Conclusion: This
exploratory study suggests that empathy, trust, and
perceived everyday discrimination are significantly linked
to patient perception of quality care, which are linked to
clinical outcomes. Results present modifiable factors that
may potentially improve patient care. Practice Implications:
Increased efforts to improve clinician communication of
empathy and general communication skill may have a positive
effect on quality of care.},
Doi = {10.1089/heq.2021.0062},
Key = {fds357950}
}
@article{fds354171,
Author = {Steinberg, DM and Kay, MC and Svetkey, LP and Askew, S and Christy, J and Burroughs, J and Ahmed, H and Bennett, GG},
Title = {Feasibility of a Digital Health Intervention to Improve Diet
Quality Among Women With High Blood Pressure: Randomized
Controlled Feasibility Trial.},
Journal = {JMIR Mhealth Uhealth},
Volume = {8},
Number = {12},
Pages = {e17536},
Year = {2020},
Month = {December},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.2196/17536},
Abstract = {BACKGROUND: Over 100 million individuals have high blood
pressure, and more than half of them are women. The Dietary
Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) dietary pattern is a
proven lifestyle approach to lower blood pressure, yet
population-level adherence is poor. Innovative strategies
that promote DASH are needed. OBJECTIVE: This paper aims to
improve adherence to the DASH diet among women with
hypertension or prehypertension. METHODS: We conducted a
3-month randomized controlled feasibility trial comparing
app-based diet tracking (active comparator) to app-based
diet tracking plus feedback on DASH adherence via text
message (intervention). The intervention platform extracted
nutrient data from the app, compared it to DASH
recommendations, and sent tailored feedback text messages.
Outcomes included the number of days participants tracked
their diet, changes in their DASH adherence score, and blood
pressure. RESULTS: The women (N=59) had a mean age of 49.9
(SD 11.9) years and were primarily non-Hispanic White
(41/59, 69%) and college educated (49/59, 83%). The mean
baseline DASH score was 2.3 (SD 1.3). At 3 months, the
intervention and active comparator participants had similar
mean days tracked per week (4.2, SD 2.1 days vs 4.6, SD 2.7
days; P=.54) and mean changes in their DASH score (0.8, 95%
CI 0.2-1.5 vs 0.8, 95% CI 0.4-1.2; P=.75). Intervention
participants had lower systolic (mean difference: -2.8 mmHg,
95% CI -1.8 to 7.4; P=.23) and diastolic (mean difference:
-3.6 mmHg, 95% CI -0.2 to 7.3; P=.07) blood pressure
compared with active comparator participants. Most
intervention participants (23/29, 79%) said they would
recommend the DASH Cloud intervention to a friend or family
member. However, only 34% (10/59) indicated that the
feedback text messages helped them reach their diet goals.
CONCLUSIONS: A digital health intervention to improve DASH
adherence is feasible and produces moderately high
engagement among women with elevated blood pressure. The
intervention did not enhance DASH adherence over diet
tracking alone but resulted in greater reductions in blood
pressure. Larger studies are needed to determine how digital
health interventions can improve population-level adherence
to DASH. TRIAL REGISTRATION: ClinicalTrials.gov NCT03215472;
https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/study/NCT03215472.},
Doi = {10.2196/17536},
Key = {fds354171}
}
@article{fds366303,
Author = {Gallis, JA and Kusibab, K and Egger, JR and Olsen, MK and Askew, S and Steinberg, DM and Bennett, G},
Title = {Can Electronic Health Records Validly Estimate the Effects
of Health System Interventions Aimed at Controlling Body
Weight?},
Journal = {Obesity (Silver Spring)},
Volume = {28},
Number = {11},
Pages = {2107-2115},
Year = {2020},
Month = {November},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/oby.22958},
Abstract = {OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to compare weight collected at
clinics and recorded in the electronic health record (EHR)
with primary study-collected trial weights to assess the
validity of using EHR data in future pragmatic weight loss
or weight gain prevention trials. METHODS: For both the
Track and Shape obesity intervention randomized trials,
clinic EHR weight data were compared with primary trial
weight data over the same time period. In analyzing the EHR
weights, intervention effects were estimated on the primary
outcome of weight (in kilograms) with EHR data, using linear
mixed effects models. RESULTS: EHR weight measurements were
higher on average and more variable than trial weight
measurements. The mean difference and 95% CI were similar at
all time points between the estimates using EHR and
study-collected weights. CONCLUSIONS: The results of this
study can be used to help guide the planning of future
pragmatic weight-related trials. This study provides
evidence that body weight measurements abstracted from the
EHR can provide valid, efficient, and cost-effective data to
estimate treatment effects from randomized clinical weight
loss and weight management trials. However, care should be
taken to properly understand the data-generating process and
any mechanisms that may affect the validity of these
estimates.},
Doi = {10.1002/oby.22958},
Key = {fds366303}
}
@article{fds352797,
Author = {Nwosu, C and Spears, CA and Pate, C and Gold, DT and Bennett, G and Haglund, M and Fuller, A},
Title = {Influence of Caretakers' Health Literacy on Delays to
Traumatic Brain Injury Care in Uganda.},
Journal = {Ann Glob Health},
Volume = {86},
Number = {1},
Pages = {127},
Year = {2020},
Month = {October},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.5334/aogh.2978},
Abstract = {BACKGROUND: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a life-altering
condition, and delays to care can significantly impact
outcomes. In Uganda, where nurse shortages are prevalent,
patients' family members are the primary caretakers of these
patients and play an important role in ensuring patients'
access to timely care. However, caretakers often have little
or no knowledge of appropriate patient care. Caretakers'
ability to navigate the healthcare system and find and use
health information to support their patients can impact
delays in seeking, reaching, and receiving care. OBJECTIVES:
This study seeks to determine the factors that impact TBI
patient caretakers' health literacy and examine how these
factors influence delays in care. METHODS: This study was
carried out in the Mulago National Referral Hospital
neurosurgical ward, where 27 adult caretakers were
interviewed using semi-structured, in-depth, qualitative
interviews. "The Three Delay Framework" was utilized to
understand participants' experiences in seeking, reaching,
and receiving care for TBI patients. Thematic content
analysis and manual coding was used to analyze interview
transcripts and identify overarching themes in participant
responses. FINDINGS: The main health literacy themes
identified were Extrinsic, Intrinsic and Health System
Factors. Nine sub-themes were identified: Government
Support, Community Support, Financial Burdens, Lack of
Medical Resources, Access to Health Information, Physician
Support, Emotional Challenges, Navigational Skills, and
Understanding of Health Information. These components were
found to influence the delays to care to varying degrees.
Financial Burdens, Government Support, Emotional Challenges,
Physician Support and Lack of Medical Resources were
recurring factors across the three delays. CONCLUSION: The
health literacy factors identified in this study influence
caretakers' functional health literacy and delays to care in
a co-dependent manner. A better understanding of how these
factors impact patient outcomes is necessary for the
development of interventions targeted at improving a
caretaker's ability to maneuver the healthcare system and
support patients in resource-poor settings.},
Doi = {10.5334/aogh.2978},
Key = {fds352797}
}
@article{fds345684,
Author = {Patel, ML and Brooks, TL and Bennett, GG},
Title = {Consistent self-monitoring in a commercial app-based
intervention for weight loss: results from a randomized
trial.},
Journal = {Journal of behavioral medicine},
Volume = {43},
Number = {3},
Pages = {391-401},
Year = {2020},
Month = {June},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10865-019-00091-8},
Abstract = {Self-monitoring is the strongest predictor of success in
lifestyle interventions for obesity. In this secondary
analysis of the GoalTracker trial, we describe outcomes of
consistently self-monitoring in a standalone weight loss
intervention. The 12-week intervention focused on daily
self-monitoring of diet and/or body weight in a commercial
app (MyFitnessPal). Participants (N = 100; 21-65 years;
BMI 25-45 kg/m<sup>2</sup>) were categorized as Consistent
Trackers if they tracked ≥ 6 out of 7 days for at least
75% of the targeted weeks. One-fourth of participants were
Consistent Trackers. This subset was more likely to be
married or living with a partner, be non-Hispanic White, and
have higher health literacy than Inconsistent Trackers
(ps < .05). Consistent tracking was associated with
greater weight change than inconsistent tracking at 1 month
(mean difference [95% CI] - 1.11 kg [- 2.12,
- 0.10]), 3 months (- 2.42 kg [- 3.80, - 1.04]),
and 6 months (- 2.13 kg [- 3.99, - 0.27]). Over 3
times as many Consistent Trackers as Inconsistent Trackers
achieved ≥ 5% weight loss at 3 months (48 vs. 13%) and
at 6 months (54 vs. 15%; ps < .001). Though causality
cannot be determined by the present study, tracking weight
and/or diet nearly every day per week for 12 weeks in a
commercial app may serve as an effective strategy for weight
loss. Strategies are needed to promote greater consistency
in tracking.},
Doi = {10.1007/s10865-019-00091-8},
Key = {fds345684}
}
@article{fds348792,
Author = {Benjamin-Neelon, SE and Iversen, E and Clancy, SM and Hoyo, C and Bennett, GG and Kravitz, RM and Østbye, T},
Title = {Early Child Care and Weight Status in a Cohort of
Predominantly Black Infants in the Southeastern United
States.},
Journal = {Child Obes},
Volume = {16},
Number = {2},
Pages = {122-128},
Year = {2020},
Month = {March},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1089/chi.2019.0127},
Abstract = {Background: Previous studies show inconsistent relations
between child care and obesity, but few assessed
longitudinal associations during infancy and even fewer
included racially diverse children. We examined associations
of time infants spent in child care, both overall and in
different types of care, with weight status at 6 and 12
months. Methods: We examined 664 infants living in central
North Carolina. We conducted adjusted multivariable linear
regressions examining (1) child care from birth to 6 months
and 6-month weight-for-length (WFL) z-score, and (2) child
care from birth to 12 months and 12-month WFL z-score. We
assessed any child care and child care by type, including
relative care, informal care by a nonrelative, formal child
care, and a combination of care (e.g., relative and informal
care). Results: Nearly 70% of infants were black and 49%
were female. After adjustment for potential confounders, any
child care was not associated with WFL z-score at 6 months
(0.07; 95% confidence intervals [CI] -0.02 to 0.16;
p = 0.13) or 12 months (0.05; 95% CI -0.02 to 0.12;
p = 0.19). However, greater combination care was
associated with higher WFL z-score at 6 months (0.68; 95% CI
0.23-1.13; p = 0.003) and greater care by a relative was
associated with higher WFL z-score at 12 months (0.16; 95%
CI 0.05-0.26; p = 0.005). Conclusions: Although we did
not observe associations with any child care, combination
care and relative care during infancy were associated with
higher weight. Interventions aimed at preventing excessive
weight gain in early life may target relatives who provide
regular care for infants.},
Doi = {10.1089/chi.2019.0127},
Key = {fds348792}
}
@article{fds349665,
Author = {Smith, KW and Krieger, N and Kosheleva, A and Urato, M and Waterman, PD and Williams, DR and Carney, DR and Chen, JT and Bennett, GG and Freeman,
E},
Title = {A Structural Model of Social Determinants of the Metabolic
Syndrome.},
Journal = {Ethnicity & disease},
Volume = {30},
Number = {2},
Pages = {331-338},
Year = {2020},
Month = {January},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.18865/ed.30.2.331},
Abstract = {<h4>Objectives</h4>The metabolic syndrome (MetS) refers to a
cluster of interrelated physiological characteristics that
are associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular
disease and diabetes. While the clinical usefulness of the
MetS has been the subject of controversy for years,
increasingly sophisticated methods are being used to measure
the concept.<h4>Participants</h4>Study of community health
center patients who were not diabetic; study group was
evenly divided between Black and White adults.<h4>Main
outcome measures</h4>Latent MetS score and MetS status based
on the five-point scale developed by the National
Cholesterol Education Panel (NCEP).<h4>Methods</h4>Structural
equation modeling of MetS incorporating the effects of
race/ethnicity, racial discrimination, socioeconomic
position (SEP), and selected mediating variables.<h4>Results</h4>The
largest influences on latent MetS scores were SEP (negative
relationship) and male gender (higher scores for men). Two
mediating variables, physical activity and stress-related
eating, had smaller impacts. Self-reported racial
discrimination was associated with cynical hostility but did
not influence the MetS level among nondiabetics. Despite
higher NCEP scores and MetS prevalence rates for Blacks
compared with Whites, race did not have direct effect on
MetS levels when adjusted for the other characteristics in
our model.<h4>Conclusions</h4>Neither race nor self-reported
racial discrimination had direct effects on MetS level in
our structural model. The large effects of socioeconomic
position and male gender were not mediated by the other
variables in the model.},
Doi = {10.18865/ed.30.2.331},
Key = {fds349665}
}
@article{fds347033,
Author = {Herring, SJ and Albert, JJ and Darden, N and Bailer, B and Cruice, J and Hassan, S and Bennett, GG and Goetzl, L and Yu, D and Kilby, LM and Foster,
GD},
Title = {Targeting pregnancy-related weight gain to reduce
disparities in obesity: Baseline results from the Healthy
Babies trial.},
Journal = {Contemporary clinical trials},
Volume = {87},
Pages = {105822},
Year = {2019},
Month = {December},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.cct.2019.105822},
Abstract = {<h4>Background</h4>Obesity affects African American women
more than any other group in the US. Pregnancy represents a
critical life stage of heightened vulnerability for new or
persistent obesity, yet few interventions have been
effective in reducing excessive gestational weight gain
among African American women. We describe the design and
baseline findings of Healthy Babies, a two-arm randomized
controlled trial testing a mobile health intervention to
minimize excessive gestational weight gain versus usual care
in this high risk group.<h4>Methods</h4>African American
women in early pregnancy were recruited from two large
obstetric practices as well as Philadelphia Women, Infants,
and Children's clinics. Participants randomized to the
intervention received behavior change goals, daily text
messages with feedback, web-based weight gain graphs, health
coaching, and a Facebook support group. Data collection
included baseline (<22 weeks' gestation), 36-38 weeks'
gestation, and 6-month postpartum anthropometric measures
and assessments of demographics, contextual factors and
behavioral targets. The primary outcome was prevalence of
excessive gestational weight gain.<h4>Results</h4>Among
participants at baseline (n = 262), the majority met
criteria for obesity (63%), were multiparous (62%), single
(77%), and were on average 25.6 ± 5.4 years old with
a gestational age of 13.9 ± 4.1 weeks. While 82%
completed high school, 61% met criteria for inadequate
health literacy. Nearly 20% were food insecure. Eighty-eight
percent reported a gestational weight gain goal discordant
with Institute of Medicine guidelines. There were no
significant differences in baseline characteristics between
study arms.<h4>Conclusions</h4>Participants represent a
high-risk group for excessive gestational weight gain with
demonstrated need for intervention.},
Doi = {10.1016/j.cct.2019.105822},
Key = {fds347033}
}
@article{fds346710,
Author = {McVay, MA and Bennett, GG and Steinberg, D and Voils,
CI},
Title = {Dose-response research in digital health interventions:
Concepts, considerations, and challenges.},
Journal = {Health psychology : official journal of the Division of
Health Psychology, American Psychological
Association},
Volume = {38},
Number = {12},
Pages = {1168-1174},
Year = {2019},
Month = {December},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1037/hea0000805},
Abstract = {To optimize digital health interventions, intervention
creators must determine what intervention dose will produce
the most substantial health behavior change-the
dose-response relationship-while minimizing harms or burden.
In this article we present important concepts,
considerations, and challenges in studying dose-response
relationships in digital health interventions. We propose
that interventions make three types of prescriptions: (1)
<i>intervention action prescriptions</i>, prescriptions to
receive content from the intervention, such as to read text
or listen to audio; (2) <i>participant action
prescriptions</i>, prescriptions to produce and provide
content to the intervention, such as to send text messages
or post intervention-requested photos on social media; and
(3) <i>behavioral target action prescriptions</i>,
prescriptions to engage in behaviors outside the
intervention, such as changing food intake or meditating.
Each type of prescription has both an intended dose (i.e.,
what the intervention actually prescribes) and an enacted
dose (i.e., what portion of the intended dose is actually
completed by the participant). Dose parameters of duration,
frequency, and amount can be applied to each prescription
type. We consider adaptive interventions and interventions
with ad libitum prescriptions as examples of tailored doses.
Researchers can experimentally manipulate the intended dose
to determine the dose-response relationship. The enacted
dose cannot be directly manipulated; however, we consider
the applicability of "controlled concentration" research
design to the study of enacted dose. We consider challenges
in dose-response research in digital health interventions,
including characterizing amount with self-paced activities
and combining doses across modality. The presented concepts
and considerations may help contribute to the optimization
of digital health interventions. (PsycINFO Database Record
(c) 2019 APA, all rights reserved).},
Doi = {10.1037/hea0000805},
Key = {fds346710}
}
@article{fds347348,
Author = {Gallis, JA and Bennett, GG and Steinberg, DM and Askew, S and Turner,
EL},
Title = {Randomization procedures for multicomponent behavioral
intervention factorial trials in the multiphase optimization
strategy framework: challenges and recommendations.},
Journal = {Transl Behav Med},
Volume = {9},
Number = {6},
Pages = {1047-1056},
Year = {2019},
Month = {November},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/tbm/iby131},
Abstract = {The multiphase optimization strategy (MOST) is an
increasingly popular framework to prepare, optimize, and
evaluate multicomponent behavioral health interventions.
Within this framework, it is common to use a factorial trial
to assemble an optimized multicomponent intervention by
simultaneously testing several intervention components. With
the possibility of a large number of conditions (unique
combinations of components) and a goal to balance conditions
on both sample size (for statistical efficiency) and
baseline covariates (for internal validity), such trials
face additional randomization challenges compared to the
standard two-arm trial. The purpose of the current paper is
to compare and contrast potential randomization methods for
factorial trials in the context of MOST and to provide
guidance for the reporting of those methods. We describe the
principles, advantages, and disadvantages of several
randomization methods in the context of factorial trials. We
then provide examples to examine current practice in the
MOST-related literature and provide recommendations for
reporting of randomization. We identify two key
randomization decisions for MOST-related factorial trials:
(i) whether to randomize to components or conditions and
(ii) whether to use restricted randomization techniques,
such as stratification, permuted blocks, and minimization.
We also provide a checklist to assist researchers in
ensuring complete reporting of randomization methods used.
As more investigators use factorial trials within the MOST
framework for assembling optimized multicomponent behavioral
interventions, appropriate implementation and rigorous
reporting of randomization procedures will be essential for
ensuring the efficiency and validity of the
results.},
Doi = {10.1093/tbm/iby131},
Key = {fds347348}
}
@article{fds342401,
Author = {McVay, M and Steinberg, D and Askew, S and Bennett,
GG},
Title = {Provider Counseling and Weight Loss Outcomes in a Primary
Care-Based Digital Obesity Treatment.},
Journal = {Journal of general internal medicine},
Volume = {34},
Number = {6},
Pages = {992-998},
Year = {2019},
Month = {June},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s11606-019-04944-5},
Abstract = {<h4>Background</h4>Primary care-based digital health weight
loss interventions offer promise for addressing obesity in
underserved populations.<h4>Objectives</h4>To determine if
primary care providers' weight counseling is associated with
weight change during a weight loss intervention.<h4>Design</h4>This
is a secondary analysis of a randomized clinical trial
testing a 12-month primary care-based digital health weight
loss intervention.<h4>Participants</h4>Participants were
community health center patients with body mass indexes of
30-44.9 kg/m<sup>2</sup>.<h4>Interventions</h4>The weight
loss intervention included tailored behavioral goal setting;
weekly goal monitoring via text messaging or interactive
voice response calls; counseling calls; skills training
material; and participant-tailored recommendations for
provider counseling.<h4>Main measures</h4>At 6 and
12 months, participants' weight was measured and they
reported if their provider delivered weight counseling
(general or intervention-specific) at their most recent
visit and their perception of providers' empathy. Providers'
documentation of weight counseling was extracted from health
records.<h4>Key results</h4>Participants (n = 134-141)
were predominantly female (70%) and African American (55%)
with a mean age of 51 years and BMI of 36 kg/m<sup>2</sup>.
Participant-reported provider weight counseling was not
associated with weight change. However, participants whose
providers documented intervention-specific counseling at any
point during the intervention (n = 35) lost 3.1 kg (95%
CI 0.4 to 5.7 kg) more than those whose providers
documented only general weight counseling (n = 82) and
4.0 kg (95% CI 0.1 to 7.9 kg) more than those whose
providers did not document weight counseling (n = 17).
Perceptions of provider empathy were associated with greater
weight loss from 6 to 12 months (0.8 kg per measure unit,
95% CI 0.07 to 1.5 kg, p = .03).<h4>Conclusions</h4>Provider
counseling that focuses specifically on engagement in a
weight loss intervention may enhance weight loss outcomes
relative to more general weight loss advice. Counseling that
enhances patients' perceptions of empathy may be most
beneficial for patients' weight loss.<h4>Trial
registration</h4>NCT01827800.},
Doi = {10.1007/s11606-019-04944-5},
Key = {fds342401}
}
@article{fds348793,
Author = {Patel, ML and Hopkins, CM and Bennett, GG},
Title = {Early weight loss in a standalone mHealth intervention
predicting treatment success.},
Journal = {Obesity science & practice},
Volume = {5},
Number = {3},
Pages = {231-237},
Year = {2019},
Month = {June},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/osp4.329},
Abstract = {<h4>Objective</h4>Early weight loss is a strong predictor of
longer-term and clinically meaningful weight loss but has
not been studied in the context of mobile health ('mHealth')
interventions.<h4>Methods</h4>GoalTracker was a randomized
trial among adults (21-65 years) with overweight or obesity
comparing three 12-week standalone mHealth interventions for
weight loss. All arms received a free commercial mobile app
(MyFitnessPal) for daily self-monitoring of diet and/or
weight and a goal to lose 5% of weight by 3 months.
Collapsing across arms, this analysis examined participants
with a 1-month weight (<i>n</i> = 84), categorizing them
as either early responders (≥2% weight loss at 1 month)
or early non-responders (<2% weight loss at
1 month).<h4>Results</h4>Early responders - 36% of
participants - had greater per cent weight change at
3 months (-5.93% [95% confidence interval: -6.82%, -5.03%])
than early non-responders (-1.45% [-2.15%, -0.75%]), which
was sustained at 6 months (-5.91% [-7.33%, -4.48%] vs.
-1.28% [-2.37%, -0.19%]; <i>p</i>s < 0.0001). Over half
(57%) of early responders achieved ≥5% weight loss at
3 months vs. 11% of early non-responders. At 4 weeks,
self-monitoring frequency (weight/diet) was significantly
greater among early responders, which continued across
12 weeks.<h4>Conclusion</h4>Responding early to an mHealth
treatment is associated with higher engagement and greater
likelihood of achieving clinically meaningful weight
loss.},
Doi = {10.1002/osp4.329},
Key = {fds348793}
}
@article{fds343600,
Author = {Krishnan, A and Finkelstein, EA and Levine, E and Foley, P and Askew, S and Steinberg, D and Bennett, GG},
Title = {A Digital Behavioral Weight Gain Prevention Intervention in
Primary Care Practice: Cost and Cost-Effectiveness
Analysis.},
Journal = {J Med Internet Res},
Volume = {21},
Number = {5},
Pages = {e12201},
Year = {2019},
Month = {May},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.2196/12201},
Abstract = {BACKGROUND: Obesity is one of the largest drivers of health
care spending but nearly half of the population with obesity
demonstrate suboptimal readiness for weight loss treatment.
Black women are disproportionately likely to have both
obesity and limited weight loss readiness. However, they
have been shown to be receptive to strategies that prevent
weight gain. OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to
evaluate the costs and cost-effectiveness of a digital
weight gain prevention intervention (Shape) for black women.
Shape consisted of adaptive telephone-based coaching by
health system personnel, a tailored skills training
curriculum, and patient self-monitoring delivered via a
fully automated interactive voice response system. METHODS:
A cost and cost-effectiveness analysis based on a randomized
clinical trial of the Shape intervention was conducted from
the payer perspective. Costs included those of delivering
the program to 91 intervention participants in the trial and
were summarized by program elements: self-monitoring, skills
training, coaching, and administration. Effectiveness was
measured in quality-adjusted life years (QALYs). The primary
outcome was the incremental cost per QALY of Shape relative
to usual care. RESULTS: Shape cost an average of US $758 per
participant. The base-case model in which quality of life
benefits decay linearly to zero 5 years post intervention
cessation, generated an incremental cost-effectiveness ratio
(ICER) of US $55,264 per QALY. Probabilistic sensitivity
analyses suggest an ICER below US $50,000 per QALY and US
$100,000 per QALY in 39% and 98% of simulations,
respectively. Results are highly sensitive to durability of
benefits, rising to US $165,730 if benefits end 6 months
post intervention. CONCLUSIONS: Results suggest that the
Shape intervention is cost-effective based on established
benchmarks, indicating that it can be a part of a successful
strategy to address the nation's growing obesity epidemic in
low-income at-risk communities.},
Doi = {10.2196/12201},
Key = {fds343600}
}
@article{fds343357,
Author = {Berger, MB and Steinberg, DM and Askew, S and Gallis, JA and Treadway,
CC and Egger, JR and Kay, MC and Batch, BC and Finkelstein, EA and DeVries,
A and Brewer, A and Bennett, GG},
Title = {The Balance protocol: a pragmatic weight gain prevention
randomized controlled trial for medically vulnerable
patients within primary care.},
Journal = {BMC Public Health},
Volume = {19},
Number = {1},
Pages = {596},
Year = {2019},
Month = {May},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/s12889-019-6926-7},
Abstract = {BACKGROUND: For patients with obesity who are not ready for
or experience barriers to weight loss, clinical practice
guidelines recommend provider counseling on preventing
further weight gain as a first-line treatment approach.
Unfortunately, evidence-based weight gain prevention
interventions are not routinely available within primary
care. To address this gap, we will implement a pragmatic
12-month randomized controlled trial of a digital weight
gain prevention intervention delivered to patients receiving
primary care within a network of Federally Qualified
Community Health Centers in central North Carolina. METHODS:
Balance (Equilibrio in Spanish) is a pragmatic effectiveness
trial that will randomize adult patients who have overweight
or obesity (BMI of 25-40 kg/m2) to either: 1) a weight
gain prevention intervention with tailored behavior change
goals and tracking, daily weighing on a network-connected
electronic scale, and responsive weight and goal coaching
delivered remotely by health center registered dietitians;
or 2) a usual care program with automated healthy living
text messages and print materials and routine primary care.
The primary outcome will be weight gain prevention at
24-months, defined as ≤3% change in baseline weight. To
align with its pragmatic design, trial outcome data will be
pulled from the electronic health record of the community
health center network. DISCUSSION: For underserved, often
rurally-located patients with obesity, digital approaches to
promote a healthy lifestyle can curb further weight gain.
Yet enrolling medically vulnerable patients into a weight
gain prevention trial, many of whom are from racial/ethnic
minorities, can be difficult. Despite these potential
challenges, we plan to recruit a large, diverse sample from
rural areas, and will implement a remotely-delivered weight
gain prevention intervention to medically vulnerable
patients. Upcoming trial results will demonstrate the
effectiveness of this pragmatic approach to implement and
evaluate a digital weight gain prevention intervention
within primary care. TRIALS REGISTRATION: NCT03003403 .
Registered December 28, 2016.},
Doi = {10.1186/s12889-019-6926-7},
Key = {fds343357}
}
@article{fds344593,
Author = {Barry, CM and Sabhlok, A and Saba, VC and Majors, AD and Schechter, JC and Levine, EL and Streicher, M and Bennett, GG and Kollins, SH and Fuemmeler, BF},
Title = {An Automated Text-Messaging Platform for Enhanced Retention
and Data Collection in a Longitudinal Birth Cohort: Cohort
Management Platform Analysis.},
Journal = {JMIR Public Health Surveill},
Volume = {5},
Number = {2},
Pages = {e11666},
Year = {2019},
Month = {April},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.2196/11666},
Abstract = {BACKGROUND: Traditional methods for recruiting and
maintaining contact with participants in cohort studies
include print-based correspondence, which can be
unidirectional, labor intensive, and slow. Leveraging
technology can substantially enhance communication, maintain
engagement of study participants in cohort studies, and
facilitate data collection on a range of outcomes.
OBJECTIVE: This paper provides an overview of the
development process and design of a cohort management
platform (CMP) used in the Newborn Epigenetic STudy (NEST),
a large longitudinal birth cohort study. METHODS: The
platform uses short message service (SMS) text messaging to
facilitate interactive communication with participants; it
also semiautomatically performs many recruitment and
retention procedures typically completed by research
assistants over the course of multiple study follow-up
visits. RESULTS: Since February 2016, 302 participants have
consented to enrollment in the platform and 162 have
enrolled with active engagement in the system. Daily
reminders are being used to help improve adherence to the
study's accelerometer wear protocol. At the time of this
report, 213 participants in our follow-up study who were
also registered to use the CMP were eligible for the
accelerometer protocol. Preliminary data show that texters
(138/213, 64.8%), when compared to nontexters (75/213,
35.2%), had significantly longer average
accelerometer-wearing hours (165.6 hours, SD 56.5, vs 145.3
hours, SD 58.5, P=.01) when instructed to wear the devices
for 1 full week. CONCLUSIONS: This platform can serve as a
model for enhancing communication and engagement with
longitudinal study cohorts, especially those involved in
studies assessing environmental exposures.},
Doi = {10.2196/11666},
Key = {fds344593}
}
@article{fds342400,
Author = {Steinberg, D and Kay, M and Burroughs, J and Svetkey, LP and Bennett,
GG},
Title = {The Effect of a Digital Behavioral Weight Loss Intervention
on Adherence to the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension
(DASH) Dietary Pattern in Medically Vulnerable Primary Care
Patients: Results from a Randomized Controlled
Trial.},
Journal = {J Acad Nutr Diet},
Volume = {119},
Number = {4},
Pages = {574-584},
Year = {2019},
Month = {April},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jand.2018.12.011},
Abstract = {BACKGROUND: Obesity treatment focuses primarily on reducing
overall caloric intake with limited focus on improving diet
quality. The Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH)
dietary pattern is effective in managing hypertension and
other chronic conditions, yet it is not clear whether
behavioral weight control interventions improve DASH
adherence. We conducted a post hoc analysis of a behavioral
weight loss intervention that did not emphasize diet quality
and examined whether the intervention impacted DASH
adherence in medically vulnerable community health center
patients. METHODS: Participants (n=306) were enrolled in
Track, a randomized controlled weight loss intervention for
patients with elevated cardiovascular risk. The trial
compared usual care to an intervention with weekly
self-monitoring, tailored feedback on diet and exercise
goals, and dietitian and provider counseling in community
health centers. Dietary intake was measured using the Block
Food Frequency Questionnaires collected at baseline and 12
months. DASH adherence was determined using previously
validated scoring indices that assessed adherence based on
recommended nutrient or food group targets. Total scores for
both indices ranged from 0 to 9, with higher scores
indicating greater DASH adherence. RESULTS: The mean (and
standard deviation [SD]) age of participants was 51.1
(SD=8.8) years and the mean body mass index was 35.9
(SD=3.9). Most were female (69%) and black (51%); 13% were
Hispanic. Half (51%) had an annual income <$25,000 and 33%
had both diabetes and hypertension. At baseline, the mean
DASH nutrient score was 1.81 (SD=1.42) with 6% achieving at
least a score of 4.5. Similar scores were seen for the DASH
foods index. The intervention group saw significantly
greater, albeit small, improvements in mean DASH nutrient
score (intervention: 1.28 [SD=1.5] vs control: 0.20
[SD=1.3]; P<0.001), and there was no difference in DASH food
score between study arms. There were no significant
predictors of change in DASH score and no association
between DASH adherence and changes in blood pressure. Within
the intervention arm, improvements in DASH nutrient score
were associated with greater weight loss (r=-0.28; P=0.003).
CONCLUSION: Although the intervention was not designed to
increase adoption of DASH, the Track intervention produced
significant weight loss and small improvements in DASH
adherence. Despite these small improvements, overall
adoption of DASH was poor among the medically vulnerable
patients enrolled in Track. To further reduce chronic
disease burden, weight loss interventions should include a
focus on both caloric restriction and increasing diet
quality.},
Doi = {10.1016/j.jand.2018.12.011},
Key = {fds342400}
}
@article{fds342556,
Author = {Shaw, R and Levine, E and Streicher, M and Strawbridge, E and Gierisch,
J and Pendergast, J and Hale, S and Reed, S and McVay, M and Simmons, D and Yancy, W and Bennett, G and Voils, C},
Title = {Log2Lose: Development and Lessons Learned From a Mobile
Technology Weight Loss Intervention.},
Journal = {JMIR Mhealth Uhealth},
Volume = {7},
Number = {2},
Pages = {e11972},
Year = {2019},
Month = {February},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.2196/11972},
Abstract = {BACKGROUND: Providing financial incentives has gained
popularity as a strategy to promote weight loss, but
questions remain about how best to utilize them. A promising
mobile health strategy provides users with near-real-time
financial incentives based on both the process of weight
loss (behavioral modification) and actual weight loss. To
maximize the impact of this strategy, a methodology is
needed to close the gap between the desired behavior and the
financial incentive. Leveraging mobile health tools-such as
mobile phone apps, cellular body weight scales that transmit
data to physicians and researchers, and text messaging for
instructions and encouragement-has the potential to close
this gap. OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to describe the
development of an innovative technology-based solution and
lessons learned from a feasibility trial-Log2Lose-that
encouraged individuals to lose weight by providing
near-real-time financial incentives for weight loss and/or
dietary self-monitoring. METHODS: We recruited participants
(N=96) with a body mass index greater than or equal to 30
kg/m2 for a 24-week weight loss trial. Participants received
a behavioral intervention of biweekly, in-person group
sessions and were instructed to log a minimum number of
daily calories in MyFitnessPal and to step on the BodyTrace
cellular scale at least twice per week. In a 2×2 design,
participants were randomized into 4 groups to receive
financial incentives for the following: (group 1) weekly
weight loss and dietary self-monitoring, (group 2) dietary
self-monitoring only, (group 3) weekly weight loss only, or
(group 4) no financial incentives. Diet and weight data from
the devices were obtained through application programming
interfaces. Each week, we applied algorithms to
participants' data to determine whether they qualified for a
monetary incentive (groups 1-3). A text message notified
these participants of whether they met weight loss and/or
self-monitoring requirements to earn an incentive and the
amount they earned or would have earned. The money was
uploaded to a debit card. RESULTS: Our custom-engineered
software platform analyzed data from multiple sources,
collated and processed the data to send appropriate text
messages automatically, and informed study staff of the
appropriate incentives. We present lessons learned from the
development of the software system and challenges
encountered with technology, data transmission, and
participants (eg, lost connections or delayed
communication). CONCLUSIONS: With consistent and constant
validation checks and a robust beta test run, the process of
analyzing data and determining eligibility for weekly
incentives can be mostly automated. We were able to
accomplish this project within an academic health system,
which required significant security and privacy safeguards.
Our success demonstrates how this methodology of automated
feedback loops can provide health interventions via mobile
technology. TRIAL REGISTRATION: ClinicalTrials.gov
NCT02691260; https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT02691260.},
Doi = {10.2196/11972},
Key = {fds342556}
}
@article{fds342555,
Author = {Patel, ML and Hopkins, CM and Brooks, TL and Bennett,
GG},
Title = {Comparing Self-Monitoring Strategies for Weight Loss in a
Smartphone App: Randomized Controlled Trial.},
Journal = {JMIR mHealth and uHealth},
Volume = {7},
Number = {2},
Pages = {e12209},
Year = {2019},
Month = {February},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.2196/12209},
Abstract = {<h4>Background</h4>Self-monitoring of dietary intake is a
valuable component of behavioral weight loss treatment;
however, it declines quickly, thereby resulting in
suboptimal treatment outcomes.<h4>Objective</h4>This study
aimed to examine a novel behavioral weight loss intervention
that aims to attenuate the decline in dietary
self-monitoring engagement.<h4>Methods</h4>GoalTracker was
an automated randomized controlled trial. Participants were
adults with overweight or obesity (n=105; aged 21-65 years;
body mass index, BMI, 25-45 kg/m<sup>2</sup>) and were
randomized to a 12-week stand-alone weight loss intervention
using the MyFitnessPal smartphone app for daily
self-monitoring of either (1) both weight and diet, with
weekly lessons, action plans, and feedback (Simultaneous);
(2) weight through week 4, then added diet, with the same
behavioral components (Sequential); or (3) only diet
(App-Only). All groups received a goal to lose 5% of initial
weight by 12 weeks, a tailored calorie goal, and automated
in-app reminders. Participants were recruited via online and
offline methods. Weight was collected in-person at baseline,
1 month, and 3 months using calibrated scales and via
self-report at 6 months. We retrieved objective
self-monitoring engagement data from MyFitnessPal using an
application programming interface. Engagement was defined as
the number of days per week in which tracking occurred, with
diet entries counted if ≥800 kcal per day. Other
assessment data were collected in-person via online
self-report questionnaires.<h4>Results</h4>At baseline,
participants (84/100 female) had a mean age (SD) of 42.7
(11.7) years and a BMI of 31.9 (SD 4.5) kg/m<sup>2</sup>.
One-third (33/100) were from racial or ethnic minority
groups. During the trial, 5 participants became ineligible.
Of the remaining 100 participants, 84% (84/100) and 76%
(76/100) completed the 1-month and 3-month visits,
respectively. In intent-to-treat analyses, there was no
difference in weight change at 3 months between the
Sequential arm (mean -2.7 kg, 95% CI -3.9 to -1.5) and
either the App-Only arm (-2.4 kg, -3.7 to -1.2; P=.78) or
the Simultaneous arm (-2.8 kg, -4.0 to -1.5; P=.72). The
median number of days of self-monitoring diet per week was
1.9 (interquartile range [IQR] 0.3-5.5) in Sequential (once
began), 5.3 (IQR 1.8-6.7) in Simultaneous, and 2.9 (IQR
1.2-5.2) in App-Only. Weight was tracked 4.8 (IQR 1.9-6.3)
days per week in Sequential and 5.1 (IQR 1.8-6.3) days per
week in Simultaneous. Engagement in neither diet nor weight
tracking differed between arms.<h4>Conclusions</h4>Regardless
of the order in which diet is tracked, using tailored goals
and a commercial mobile app can produce clinically
significant weight loss. Stand-alone digital health
treatments may be a viable option for those looking for a
lower intensity approach.<h4>Trial registration</h4>ClinicalTrials.gov
NCT03254953; https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT03254953
(Archived by WebCite at http://www.webcitation.org/72PyQrFjn).},
Doi = {10.2196/12209},
Key = {fds342555}
}
@article{fds366304,
Author = {Liu, C and Shao, S and Liu, C and Bennett, GG and Prvu Bettger and J and Yan,
LL},
Title = {Academia-industry digital health collaborations: A
cross-cultural analysis of barriers and facilitators.},
Journal = {Digit Health},
Volume = {5},
Pages = {2055207619878627},
Year = {2019},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/2055207619878627},
Abstract = {BACKGROUND: Development and uptake of digital health
technologies benefit from cross-sectoral efforts from
academia and industry. Our study aims to identify the
barriers and facilitators associated with academia-industry
collaborations in digital health in middle- and high-income
countries. METHODS: Trained personnel conducted
semi-structured interviews with 23 stakeholders who were
active in industry, academia or both. Stakeholders were
based in middle-income countries (including China) and
high-income countries (including the United States) as
defined by the World Bank. Interviews were conducted in the
stakeholder's language of choice (Chinese, n = 12;
English, n = 11). Qualitative interview questions
elicited perspectives on stakeholders' experience with
academia-industry collaboration, challenges faced, and
factors that facilitated the process. Interviews were
audiotaped, transcribed verbatim, thematically coded by
bilingual coders and analyzed using inductive content
analysis. RESULTS: Stakeholders in both academia and
industry identified complementary roles, authentic
communication between partners, and clearly outlined goals
or expectations prior to the collaboration as primary
facilitators for success. Misaligned goals or expectations,
differences in timelines for productivity and difficulties
balancing expectations for business outcomes versus
generation of scientific evidence were identified as primary
barriers. Stakeholders in high-income countries reported
inauthentic communication as a significant barrier to
collaboration, whereas those in middle-income countries did
not. CONCLUSION: Outlining and communicating openly about
goals and expectations for timeline and priorities as well
as establishing complementary roles will facilitate fruitful
academia-industry collaborations in the future. Best
practices for communication styles may be dependent on the
cultural setting, and thus should be adopted
accordingly.},
Doi = {10.1177/2055207619878627},
Key = {fds366304}
}
@article{fds340595,
Author = {Kay, MC and Burroughs, J and Askew, S and Bennett, GG and Armstrong, S and Steinberg, DM},
Title = {Digital Weight Loss Intervention for Parents of Children
Being Treated for Obesity: A Prospective Cohort Feasibility
Trial.},
Journal = {J Med Internet Res},
Volume = {20},
Number = {12},
Pages = {e11093},
Year = {2018},
Month = {December},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.2196/11093},
Abstract = {BACKGROUND: The prevalence of childhood obesity continues to
increase, and clinic-based treatment options have failed to
demonstrate effectiveness. One of the strongest predictors
of child weight is parent weight. Parental treatment for
weight loss may indirectly reduce obesity in the child. We
have previously demonstrated the effectiveness among adults
of a fully automated, evidence-based digital weight loss
intervention (Track). However, it is unknown if it is
feasible to deliver such a treatment directly to parents
with obesity who bring their child with obesity to a weight
management clinic for treatment. OBJECTIVE: The objective of
our study was to evaluate the feasibility of and engagement
with a digital weight loss intervention among parents of
children receiving treatment for obesity. METHODS: We
conducted a 6-month pre-post feasibility trial among parents
or guardians and their children aged 4-16 years presenting
for tertiary care obesity treatment. Along with the standard
family-based treatment protocol, parents received a 6-month
digital weight loss intervention, which included weekly
monitoring of personalized behavior change goals via mobile
technologies. We examined levels of engagement by tracking
completed weeks of self-monitoring and feasibility by
assessing change in weight. RESULTS: Participants (N=48)
were on average 39 years old, mostly female (35/42, 82% ),
non-Hispanic Black individuals (21/41, 51%) with obesity
(36/48, 75%). Over a quarter had a yearly household income
of <US $25,000, and about a third had the equivalent of a
high school education. Children were on average 10 years old
and had a body mass index of 29.8 kg/m2. The median
percentage of weeks participants tracked their behaviors was
77% (18.5/24 total weeks; interquartile range [IQR] 6.3 to
100). The median number of attempts via phone or text
message (short message service) required to complete one
tracking week was 3.3 (IQR 2.6 to 4.9). Nearly half (23/48,
48%) had high levels of engagement, completing 80% (19/24)
or more weeks of tracking. Of the 26 participants with
weight measurements reported at 6 months, of which 81%
(21/26) were self-reported, there was a median 2.44 kg (IQR
-6.5 to 1.0) decrease in weight. CONCLUSIONS: It is feasible
to deliver an evidence-based digital weight loss
intervention to parents or guardians whose children are
enrolled in a weight management program. Given the
feasibility of this approach, future studies should
investigate the effectiveness of digital weight loss
interventions for parents on child weight and health
outcomes.},
Doi = {10.2196/11093},
Key = {fds340595}
}
@article{fds339361,
Author = {Bennett, GG and Steinberg, D and Askew, S and Levine, E and Foley, P and Batch, BC and Svetkey, LP and Bosworth, HB and Puleo, EM and Brewer, A and DeVries, A and Miranda, H},
Title = {Effectiveness of an App and Provider Counseling for Obesity
Treatment in Primary Care.},
Journal = {Am J Prev Med},
Volume = {55},
Number = {6},
Pages = {777-786},
Year = {2018},
Month = {December},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.amepre.2018.07.005},
Abstract = {INTRODUCTION: Obesity treatment is less successful for
socioeconomically disadvantaged populations, particularly
when delivered in primary care. Digital health strategies
can extend the reach of clinical obesity treatments to care
settings serving patients at highest risk. METHODS: Track
was an effectiveness RCT of a 12-month digital weight-loss
intervention, embedded within a community health center
system. Participants were 351 adult patients (aged 21-65
years) with obesity and hypertension, diabetes, and
hyperlipidemia. Patients were randomized to usual care
(n=175) or an intervention (n=176) comprising app-based
self-monitoring of behavior change goals with tailored
feedback, a smart scale, dietitian-delivered counseling
calls, and clinician counseling informed by app-generated
recommendations, delivered via electronic health record. The
primary outcome was 12-month weight change. Randomization
began on June 18, 2013, final assessments were completed on
September 10, 2015. Data analysis was conducted in 2016 and
2017. The trial retained 92% of usual care and 96% of
intervention participants at 12 months. RESULTS: The Track
intervention produced larger weight losses relative to usual
care at 6 months (net effect: -4.4 kg, 95% CI= -5.5, -3.3,
p<0.001) and 12 months (net effect: -3.8 kg, 95% CI= -5.0,
-2.5, p<0.001). Intervention participants were more likely
to lose ≥5% of their baseline weight at 6 months (43% vs
6%, p<0.001) and 12 months (40% vs 17%, p<0.001).
Intervention participants completing ≥80% of expected
self-monitoring episodes (-3.5 kg); counseling calls (-3.0
kg); or self-weighing days (-4.4 kg) lost significantly more
weight than less engaged intervention participants (all
p<0.01). CONCLUSIONS: A digital obesity treatment,
integrated with health system resources, can produce
clinically meaningful weight-loss outcomes among
socioeconomically disadvantaged primary care patients with
elevated cardiovascular disease risk. TRIAL REGISTRATION:
This study is registered at www.clinicaltrials.gov
NCT01827800.},
Doi = {10.1016/j.amepre.2018.07.005},
Key = {fds339361}
}
@article{fds341091,
Author = {Lin, P-H and Grambow, S and Intille, S and Gallis, JA and Lazenka, T and Bosworth, H and Voils, CL and Bennett, GG and Batch, B and Allen, J and Corsino, L and Tyson, C and Svetkey, L},
Title = {The Association Between Engagement and Weight Loss Through
Personal Coaching and Cell Phone Interventions in Young
Adults: Randomized Controlled Trial.},
Journal = {JMIR Mhealth Uhealth},
Volume = {6},
Number = {10},
Pages = {e10471},
Year = {2018},
Month = {October},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.2196/10471},
Abstract = {BACKGROUND: Understanding how engagement in mobile health
(mHealth) weight loss interventions relates to weight change
may help develop effective intervention strategies.
OBJECTIVE: This study aims to examine the (1) patterns of
participant engagement overall and with key intervention
components within each intervention arm in the Cell Phone
Intervention For You (CITY) trial; (2) associations of
engagement with weight change; and (3) participant
characteristics related to engagement. METHODS: The CITY
trial tested two 24-month weight loss interventions. One was
delivered with a smartphone app (cell phone) containing 24
components (weight tracking, etc) and included prompting by
the app in predetermined frequency and forms. The other was
delivered by a coach via monthly calls (personal coaching)
supplemented with limited app components (18 overall) and
without any prompting by the app. Engagement was assessed by
calculating the percentage of days each app component was
used and the frequency of use. Engagement was also examined
across 4 weight change categories: gained (≥2%), stable
(±2%), mild loss (≥2% to <5%), and greater loss (≥5%).
RESULTS: Data from 122 cell phone and 120 personal coaching
participants were analyzed. Use of the app was the highest
during month 1 for both arms; thereafter, use dropped
substantially and continuously until the study end. During
the first 6 months, the mean percentage of days that any app
component was used was higher for the cell phone arm (74.2%,
SD 20.1) than for the personal coaching arm (48.9%, SD
22.4). The cell phone arm used the apps an average of 5.3
times/day (SD 3.1), whereas the personal coaching
participants used them 1.7 times/day (SD 1.2). Similarly,
the former self-weighed more than the latter (57.1% days, SD
23.7 vs 32.9% days, SD 23.3). Furthermore, the percentage of
days any app component was used, number of app uses per day,
and percentage of days self-weighed all showed significant
differences across the 4 weight categories for both arms.
Pearson correlation showed a negative association between
weight change and the percentage of days any app component
was used (cell phone: r=-.213; personal coaching: r=-.319),
number of apps use per day (cell phone: r=-.264; personal
coaching: r=-.308), and percentage of days self-weighed
(cell phone: r=-.297; personal coaching: r=-.354). None of
the characteristics examined, including age, gender, race,
education, income, energy expenditure, diet quality, and
hypertension status, appeared to be related to engagement.
CONCLUSIONS: Engagement in CITY intervention was associated
with weight loss during the first 6 months. Nevertheless,
engagement dropped substantially early on for most
intervention components. Prompting may be helpful initially.
More flexible and less intrusive prompting strategies may be
needed during different stages of an intervention to
increase or sustain engagement. Future studies should
explore the motivations for engagement and nonengagement to
determine meaningful levels of engagement required for
effective intervention. TRIAL REGISTRATION:
ClinicalTrials.gov NCT01092364; https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT01092364
(Archived by WebCite at http://www.webcitation.org/72V8A4e5X).},
Doi = {10.2196/10471},
Key = {fds341091}
}
@article{fds337999,
Author = {Hopkins, CM and Bennett, GG},
Title = {Weight-Related Terms Differentially Affect Self-Efficacy and
Perception of Obesity.},
Journal = {Obesity (Silver Spring, Md.)},
Volume = {26},
Number = {9},
Pages = {1405-1411},
Year = {2018},
Month = {September},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/oby.22255},
Abstract = {<h4>Objective</h4>Little work has explored the effect of
weight-related terms on treatment initiation; only one study
has investigated weight-related terms and the psychological
constructs associated with treatment uptake. The present
study examines the effects of four common weight-related
terms on treatment initiation and the moderating effect of
weight bias internalization.<h4>Methods</h4>Adult
participants with overweight and obesity (n = 436) were
recruited online and asked to read three vignettes
describing clinical encounters; the weight-related term
(i.e., "weight," "BMI," "obesity," or "fat") was varied
randomly. Participants then reported self-efficacy,
cognitive and emotional illness beliefs about obesity (i.e.,
illness perception), and interest in a weight loss
program.<h4>Results</h4>The term "obesity" resulted in the
greatest self-efficacy and perceived control over obesity.
"Fat" resulted in the least illness coherence (i.e.,
understanding of obesity). Weight bias internalization did
not moderate the effect of term on self-efficacy, nor did it
moderate illness perception. No differences in weight loss
program enrollment were observed.<h4>Conclusions</h4>Use of
the term "obesity" may promote patients' perceived control
and self-efficacy. Use of "fat" should be avoided. Results
suggest that, despite patient and clinician preference for
euphemistic weight terms, use of clinical language such as
"obesity" may perform better in provider
intervention.},
Doi = {10.1002/oby.22255},
Key = {fds337999}
}
@article{fds335636,
Author = {McVay, MA and Yancy, WS and Bennett, GG and Jung, S-H and Voils,
CI},
Title = {Perceived barriers and facilitators of initiation of
behavioral weight loss interventions among adults with
obesity: a qualitative study.},
Journal = {BMC Public Health},
Volume = {18},
Number = {1},
Pages = {854},
Year = {2018},
Month = {July},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/s12889-018-5795-9},
Abstract = {BACKGROUND: Evidence-based behavioral weight loss
interventions are under-utilized. To inform efforts to
increase uptake of these interventions, it is important to
understand the perspectives of adults with obesity regarding
barriers and facilitators of weight loss intervention
initiation. METHODS: We conducted a qualitative study in
adults with obesity who had recently attempted weight loss
either with assistance from an evidence-based behavioral
intervention (intervention initiators) or without use of a
formal intervention (intervention non-initiators). We
recruited primary care patients, members of a commercial
weight loss program, and members of a Veterans Affairs
weight loss program. Intervention initiators and
non-initiators were interviewed separately using a
semi-structured interview guide that asked participants
about barriers and facilitators of weight loss intervention
initiation. Conversations were audio-recorded and
transcribed. Data were analyzed with qualitative content
analysis. Two researchers used open coding to generate the
code book on a subset of transcripts and a single researcher
coded remaining transcripts. Codes were combined into
subthemes, which were combined in to higher order themes.
Intervention initiators and non-initiators were compared.
RESULTS: We conducted three focus groups with participants
who had initiated interventions (n = 26) and three focus
groups (n = 24) and 8 individual interviews with
participants who had not initiated interventions.
Intervention initiators and non-initiators were,
respectively, 65% and 37.5% white, 62% and 63% female, mean
age of 55 and 54 years old, and mean BMI of 34 kg/m2.
Three themes were identified. One theme was practical
factors, with subthemes of reasonable cost and scheduling
compatibility. A second theme was anticipated effectiveness
of intervention, with subthemes of intervention content
addressing individual needs; social aspects influencing
effectiveness; and evaluating evidence of effectiveness. A
third theme was anticipated pleasantness of intervention,
with subthemes of social aspects influencing enjoyment;
anticipated dietary and tracking prescriptions; and identity
and self-reliance factors. Different perspectives were
identified from intervention initiators and non-initiators.
CONCLUSIONS: Strategies to engage individuals in
evidence-based weight loss interventions can be developed
using these results. Strategies could target individuals'
perceived barriers and benefits to initiating interventions,
or could focus on refining interventions to appeal to more
individuals.},
Doi = {10.1186/s12889-018-5795-9},
Key = {fds335636}
}
@article{fds335637,
Author = {Ayazi, M and Johnson, KT and Merritt, MM and Di Paolo and MR and Edwards,
CL and Koenig, HG and Bennett, GG and Whitfield, KA and Barker,
CS},
Title = {Religiosity, Education, John Henryism Active Coping, and
Cardiovascular Responses to Anger Recall for African
American Men},
Journal = {Journal of Black Psychology},
Volume = {44},
Number = {4},
Pages = {295-321},
Publisher = {SAGE Publications},
Year = {2018},
Month = {May},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0095798418765859},
Abstract = {The present study examined if high levels of religious
attendance (ORG), private religious activity (NOR), or
intrinsic religiosity (SUB) buffer cardiovascular responses
to active speech and anger recall lab stressors alone and by
John Henryism Active Coping (JHAC) and educational
attainment. A sample of 74 healthy African American males,
aged 23 to 47 years, completed psychosocial surveys and a
lab reactivity protocol involving active speech and anger
recall with a 5-minute baseline and ensuing recovery
periods. Measures of religiosity, JHAC, and education were
related to continuous measures of systolic and diastolic
blood pressure (BP), for each task and rest period with
repeated measures ANOVA tests. The period by education by
JHAC interaction effect was significant for diastolic BP
responses at low but not higher NOR. At low education and
low NOR, diastolic BP levels increased significantly during
anger recall and ensuing recovery for high but not low JHAC
persons. Thus, being deprived of education and private
religious activity may put these African American men in a
vulnerable situation where higher effort coping may
exacerbate their cardiovascular reactivity and recovery to
anger induction.},
Doi = {10.1177/0095798418765859},
Key = {fds335637}
}
@article{fds337340,
Author = {Azar, KMJ and Bennett, GG and Nolting, LA and Rosas, LG and Burke, LE and Ma, J},
Title = {A framework for examining the function of digital health
technologies for weight management.},
Journal = {Translational behavioral medicine},
Volume = {8},
Number = {2},
Pages = {280-294},
Year = {2018},
Month = {March},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/tbm/ibx050},
Abstract = {Research is rapidly extending its focus to develop and
evaluate weight management interventions that incorporate
eHealth technologies. Comparative effectiveness of eHealth
interventions is partly limited by the extensive
heterogeneity in intervention design, variation in use of
eHealth tools, and expanding development of novel tools to
promote weight management. We closely examined,
characterized, and categorized the use and function of
eHealth tools across a wide range of eHealth interventions
for weight management in order to first create a novel
schematic framework for eHealth interventions and, second,
to evaluate eHealth interventions using this framework. We
examined 49 randomized controlled trials from two systematic
reviews evaluating the effectiveness of eHealth
interventions for weight loss. Further characterization of
each intervention identified common use and function of
eHealth tools represented within interventions and thus
important to include in the proposed framework. This
resulted in six descriptive domains. We then categorized
each eHealth intervention within the context of the newly
developed framework. Last, we examined efficacious
interventions in the context of the framework. Twenty-five
randomized controlled trials reported significantly more
weight loss between the intervention group utilizing
eHealth, compared to a non-eHealth control intervention
and/or within an eHealth intervention group. Of these 25
interventions, 15 (60%) used automated feedback (Domain 1),
13 (52%) used non-eHealth tailored feedback by a health care
provider (Domain 5), and 8 (32%) used tailored feedback from
a health care professional through an electronic channel
(Domain 2). The proposed schematic framework offers an
alternative and novel approach for comparing across
interventions and informing the development and evaluation
of eHealth interventions.},
Doi = {10.1093/tbm/ibx050},
Key = {fds337340}
}
@article{fds345759,
Author = {Voils, CI and Levine, E and Gierisch, JM and Pendergast, J and Hale, SL and McVay, MA and Reed, SD and Yancy, WS and Bennett, G and Strawbridge, EM and White, AC and Shaw, RJ},
Title = {Study protocol for Log2Lose: A feasibility randomized
controlled trial to evaluate financial incentives for
dietary self-monitoring and interim weight loss in adults
with obesity.},
Journal = {Contemp Clin Trials},
Volume = {65},
Pages = {116-122},
Year = {2018},
Month = {February},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.cct.2017.12.007},
Abstract = {The obesity epidemic has negative physical, psychological,
and financial consequences. Despite the existence of
effective behavioral weight loss interventions, many
individuals do not achieve adequate weight loss, and most
regain lost weight in the year following intervention. We
report the rationale and design for a 2×2 factorial study
that involves financial incentives for dietary
self-monitoring (yes vs. no) and/or interim weight loss (yes
vs. no). Outpatients with obesity participate in a 24-week,
group-based weight loss intervention. All participants are
asked to record their daily dietary and liquid intake on a
smartphone application (app) and to weigh themselves daily
at home on a study-provided cellular scale. An innovative
information technology (IT) solution collates dietary data
from the app and weight from the scale. Using these data, an
algorithm classifies participants weekly according to
whether they met their group's criteria to receive a cash
reward ranging from $0 to $30 for dietary self-monitoring
and/or interim weight loss. Notice of the reward is provided
via text message, and credit is uploaded to a gift card.
This pilot study will provide information on the feasibility
of using this novel IT solution to provide variable-ratio
financial incentives in real time via its effects on
recruitment, intervention adherence, retention, and cost.
This study will provide the foundation for a comprehensive,
adequately-powered, randomized controlled trial to promote
short-term weight loss and long-term weight maintenance. If
efficacious, this approach could reduce the prevalence,
adverse outcomes, and costs of obesity for millions of
Americans. Clinicaltrials.gov registration:
NCT02691260.},
Doi = {10.1016/j.cct.2017.12.007},
Key = {fds345759}
}
@article{fds332978,
Author = {Pagoto, SL and Bennett, GG},
Title = {Healthy Lifestyle for All Through Patient Care and
Policy.},
Journal = {JAMA internal medicine},
Volume = {178},
Number = {1},
Pages = {152-153},
Year = {2018},
Month = {January},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1001/jamainternmed.2017.6797},
Doi = {10.1001/jamainternmed.2017.6797},
Key = {fds332978}
}
@article{fds332939,
Author = {Armstrong, S and Mendelsohn, A and Bennett, G and Taveras, EM and Kimberg, A and Kemper, AR},
Title = {Texting Motivational Interviewing: A Randomized Controlled
Trial of Motivational Interviewing Text Messages Designed to
Augment Childhood Obesity Treatment.},
Journal = {Child Obes},
Volume = {14},
Number = {1},
Pages = {4-10},
Year = {2018},
Month = {January},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1089/chi.2017.0089},
Abstract = {BACKGROUND: Text messages improve health outcomes for adults
engaged in weight management. Little is known about whether
text messaging parents of children enrolled in obesity
treatment will improve child health. METHODS: We conducted a
2-group randomized controlled study among 101 children aged
5-12 and their parent/guardian enrolling in tertiary-care
obesity treatment. Participants were randomized to standard
care or standard care plus daily motivational
interviewing-based text messages. The primary outcome was
change in child BMI at 3 months. Secondary outcomes included
feasibility, health behaviors, attrition, motivation, and
parent BMI. RESULTS: We enrolled 101 parent-child dyads and
retained 81% to 3-month follow-up. Child participants had a
mean age of 9.9 years, and baseline BMI of 30.5 kg/m2.
Half (48%) of participants were Black, and 64% of parent
participants had a high school equivalent education or less.
Ninety-nine percent of parents owned a mobile device with
unlimited text messaging. Parents responded to 80% of texts,
and 95% felt the texts "always" or "almost always" helped
them make a good health decision. We observed no
between-group difference in child zBMI from baseline to 3
months (0.0 vs. 0.2, p = 0.2). Intervention participants
had significantly better adherence to clinic visits (3.3
visits vs. 2.1 visits/3 months, p < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS:
Parent-directed text messages did not significantly change
child BMI. However, texting significantly reduced attrition
for treatment visits. Nearly all parents in this racially
diverse, low-income sample engaged in daily text messaging,
making this a feasible approach.},
Doi = {10.1089/chi.2017.0089},
Key = {fds332939}
}
@article{fds329767,
Author = {Bennett, GG and Shelton, RC},
Title = {Extending Our Reach for Greater Impact.},
Journal = {Health education & behavior : the official publication of
the Society for Public Health Education},
Volume = {44},
Number = {6},
Pages = {835-838},
Year = {2017},
Month = {December},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1090198117736354},
Doi = {10.1177/1090198117736354},
Key = {fds329767}
}
@article{fds330845,
Author = {Buscemi, J and Bennett, GG and Gorin, SS and Pagoto, SL and Sallis, JF and Wilson, DK and Fitzgibbon, ML},
Title = {A 6-year update of the health policy and advocacy priorities
of the Society of Behavioral Medicine.},
Journal = {Translational behavioral medicine},
Volume = {7},
Number = {4},
Pages = {903-911},
Year = {2017},
Month = {December},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s13142-017-0507-z},
Abstract = {Government policy affects virtually every topic of interest
to health behavior researchers, from research funding to
reimbursement for clinical services to application of
evidence to impact health outcomes. This paper provides a
6-year update on the expansion of Society of Behavioral
Medicine's (SBM) public policy and advocacy agenda and
proposed future directions. SBM's Health Policy Council is
responsible for ensuring coordination of the policy-related
activities of the Health Policy Committee (HPC), the Civic
and Public Engagement Committee (CPEC), and the Scientific
and Professional Liaison Council (SPLC). These committees
and councils have written letters to Congress, signed onto
advocacy letters with hundreds of organizations, and
developed and disseminated 15 health policy briefs, the
majority of which have been presented to legislative
staffers on Capitol Hill. With the assistance of the SPLC,
SBM has collaborated on policy efforts with like-minded
organizations to increase the impact of the Society's policy
work. Moving forward, SBM plans to continue to increase
efforts to disseminate policy work more broadly and develop
long-term relationships with Congressional staffers. SBM
leadership realizes that to remain relevant, demonstrate
impact, and advance the role of behavioral medicine, we must
advance a policy agenda that reflects our mission of better
health through behavior change.},
Doi = {10.1007/s13142-017-0507-z},
Key = {fds330845}
}
@article{fds352798,
Author = {Jake-Schoffman, DE and Silfee, VJ and Waring, ME and Boudreaux, ED and Sadasivam, RS and Mullen, SP and Carey, JL and Hayes, RB and Ding, EY and Bennett, GG and Pagoto, SL},
Title = {Methods for Evaluating the Content, Usability, and Efficacy
of Commercial Mobile Health Apps.},
Journal = {JMIR mHealth and uHealth},
Volume = {5},
Number = {12},
Pages = {e190},
Year = {2017},
Month = {December},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.2196/mhealth.8758},
Abstract = {Commercial mobile apps for health behavior change are
flourishing in the marketplace, but little evidence exists
to support their use. This paper summarizes methods for
evaluating the content, usability, and efficacy of
commercially available health apps. Content analyses can be
used to compare app features with clinical guidelines,
evidence-based protocols, and behavior change techniques.
Usability testing can establish how well an app functions
and serves its intended purpose for a target population.
Observational studies can explore the association between
use and clinical and behavioral outcomes. Finally, efficacy
testing can establish whether a commercial app impacts an
outcome of interest via a variety of study designs,
including randomized trials, multiphase optimization
studies, and N-of-1 studies. Evidence in all these forms
would increase adoption of commercial apps in clinical
practice, inform the development of the next generation of
apps, and ultimately increase the impact of commercial
apps.},
Doi = {10.2196/mhealth.8758},
Key = {fds352798}
}
@article{fds329768,
Author = {Greaney, ML and Askew, S and Wallington, SF and Foley, PB and Quintiliani, LM and Bennett, GG},
Title = {The effect of a weight gain prevention intervention on
moderate-vigorous physical activity among black women: the
Shape Program.},
Journal = {The international journal of behavioral nutrition and
physical activity},
Volume = {14},
Number = {1},
Pages = {139},
Year = {2017},
Month = {October},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/s12966-017-0596-6},
Abstract = {<h4>Background</h4>Rates of physical inactivity are high
among Black women living in the United States with
overweight or obesity, especially those living in the rural
South. This study was conducted to determine if an
efficacious weight gain prevention intervention increased
moderate-vigorous physical activity (MVPA).<h4>Methods</h4>The
Shape Program, a weight gain prevention intervention
implemented in community health centers in rural North
Carolina, was designed for socioeconomically disadvantaged
Black women with overweight or obesity. MVPA was measured
using accelerometers, and summarized into 1- and 10-min
bouts. We employed analyses of covariance (ANCOVA) to assess
the relationship between changes in MVPA over 12 months,
calculated as a change score, and intervention assignment
(intervention versus usual care).<h4>Results</h4>Participants
completing both baseline and 12-month accelerometer
assessments (n = 121) had a mean age of 36.1 (SD = 5.43)
years and a mean body mass index of 30.24 kg/m<sup>2</sup>
(SD = 2.60). At baseline, 38% met the physical activity
recommendation (150 min of MVPA/week) when assessed using
10-min bouts, and 76% met the recommendation when assessed
using 1-min bouts. There were no significant differences in
change in MVPA participation among participants randomized
to the intervention from baseline to 12-months using 1-min
bouts (adjusted intervention mean [95% CI]: 20.50 [-109.09
to 150.10] vs. adjusted usual care mean [95% CI]: -80.04
[-209.21 to 49.13], P = .29), or 10-min bouts (adjusted
intervention mean [95% CI]: 7.39 [-83.57 to 98.35] vs.
adjusted usual care mean [95% CI]: -17.26 [-107.93 to
73.40], P = .70).<h4>Conclusions</h4>Although prior
research determined that the Shape intervention promoted
weight gain prevention, MVPA did not increase significantly
among intervention participants from baseline to 12 months.
The classification of bouts had a marked effect on the
prevalence estimates of those meeting physical activity
recommendations. More research is needed to understand how
to promote increased MVPA in weight gain prevention
interventions.<h4>Trial registration</h4>This study is
registered at www.clinicaltrials.gov database (No.
NCT00938535. Retrospectively Registered 7/10/2009).},
Doi = {10.1186/s12966-017-0596-6},
Key = {fds329768}
}
@article{fds324092,
Author = {Winkler, MR and Moore, ED and Bennett, GG and Armstrong, SC and Brandon,
DH},
Title = {Parent-adolescent influences on everyday dietary practices:
Perceptions of adolescent females with obesity and their
mothers.},
Journal = {Matern Child Nutr},
Volume = {13},
Number = {4},
Year = {2017},
Month = {October},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/mcn.12416},
Abstract = {Parents demonstrate an important influence on adolescent
obesity and dietary behavior; yet, family-based obesity
interventions continue to exhibit limited success among
adolescents. To further inform family-based approaches for
adolescent obesity treatment, we examined the perceptions of
adolescent females with obesity and their mothers of the
influences experienced within the parent-adolescent
relationship that affect everyday dietary practices. We
conducted six focus group interviews (three adolescent
female and three mother) among 15 adolescent (12-17 years
old) females with obesity and 12 of their mothers. Content
analysis techniques were used to analyze the transcribed
interviews. Adolescent females with obesity discussed a
diverse set of parental influences (controlling, supporting
and cultivating, overlooking and tempting, acquiescing,
providing, attending, and not providing and avoiding) on
their daily dietary practices. Among mother focus groups,
mothers discussed specific intentional and unintentional
types of influences from children that affected the food and
drink they consumed, prepared, and acquired. Findings
provide a fuller view of the varied social influences on
everyday dietary practices within the parent-adolescent
relationship. They indicate the importance of examining both
parent-to-child and child-to-parent influences and begin to
illuminate the value of attending to the social
circumstances surrounding dietary behaviors to strengthen
family-based obesity treatment approaches.},
Doi = {10.1111/mcn.12416},
Key = {fds324092}
}
@article{fds326827,
Author = {Proeschold-Bell, RJ and Turner, EL and Bennett, GG and Yao, J and Li,
X-F and Eagle, DE and Meyer, RA and Williams, RB and Swift, RY and Moore,
HE and Kolkin, MA and Weisner, CC and Rugani, KM and Hough, HJ and Williams, VP and Toole, DC},
Title = {A 2-Year Holistic Health and Stress Intervention: Results of
an RCT in Clergy.},
Journal = {Am J Prev Med},
Volume = {53},
Number = {3},
Pages = {290-299},
Year = {2017},
Month = {September},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.amepre.2017.04.009},
Abstract = {INTRODUCTION: This study sought to determine the effect of a
2-year, multicomponent health intervention (Spirited Life)
targeting metabolic syndrome and stress simultaneously.
DESIGN: An RCT using a three-cohort multiple baseline design
was conducted in 2010-2014. SETTING/PARTICIPANTS:
Participants were United Methodist clergy in North Carolina,
U.S., in 2010, invited based on occupational status. Of
invited 1,745 clergy, 1,114 consented, provided baseline
data, and were randomly assigned to immediate intervention
(n=395), 1-year waitlist (n=283), or 2-year waitlist (n=436)
cohorts for a 48-month trial duration. INTERVENTION: The
2-year intervention consisted of personal goal setting and
encouragement to engage in monthly health coaching, an
online weight loss intervention, a small grant, and three
workshops delivering stress management and theological
content supporting healthy behaviors. Participants were not
blinded to intervention. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES: Trial
outcomes were metabolic syndrome (primary) and self-reported
stress and depressive symptoms (secondary). Intervention
effects were estimated in 2016 in an intention-to-treat
framework using generalized estimating equations with
adjustment for baseline level of the outcome and follow-up
time points. Log-link Poisson generalized estimating
equations with robust SEs was used to estimate prevalence
ratios (PRs) for binary outcomes; mean differences were used
for continuous/score outcomes. RESULTS: Baseline prevalence
of metabolic syndrome was 50.9% and depression was 11.4%.
The 12-month intervention effect showed a benefit for
metabolic syndrome (PR=0.86, 95% CI=0.79, 0.94, p<0.001).
This benefit was sustained at 24 months of intervention
(PR=0.88; 95% CI=0.78, 1.00, p=0.04). There was no
significant effect on depression or stress scores.
CONCLUSIONS: The Spirited Life intervention improved
metabolic syndrome prevalence in a population of U.S.
Christian clergy and sustained improvements during 24 months
of intervention. These findings offer support for
long-duration behavior change interventions and
population-level interventions that allow participants to
set their own health goals. TRIAL REGISTRATION: This study
is registered at www.clinicaltrials.gov NCT01564719.},
Doi = {10.1016/j.amepre.2017.04.009},
Key = {fds326827}
}
@article{fds327016,
Author = {Herring, SJ and Cruice, JF and Bennett, GG and Darden, N and Wallen, JJ and Rose, MZ and Davey, A and Foster, GD},
Title = {Intervening during and after pregnancy to prevent weight
retention among African American women.},
Journal = {Preventive medicine reports},
Volume = {7},
Pages = {119-123},
Year = {2017},
Month = {September},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.pmedr.2017.05.015},
Abstract = {Efforts to prevent postpartum weight retention in extant
clinical trials of African American women have proven
exceedingly challenging. The primary purpose of this pilot
study was to determine whether a behavioral intervention
implemented in early pregnancy through 6 months postpartum
could increase the proportion of African American women who
were at or below their early pregnancy weights by 6 months
postpartum. We additionally evaluated whether mothers'
postpartum weight loss could be maintained at 12 months
postpartum. Participants were 66 socioeconomically
disadvantaged African American women (36% overweight, 64%
obese) randomly assigned to a behavioral intervention or
usual care group. The intervention, implemented from early
pregnancy to 6 months postpartum, promoted weight control
through: (1) empirically supported behavior change goals;
(2) interactive self-monitoring text messages; (3) weekly to
monthly health coach calls; and (4) skills training and
support through Facebook. In modified intent-to-treat
analyses, participants assigned to the intervention were
significantly more likely to be at or below their early
pregnancy weights by 6 months postpartum compared to usual
care (56% vs. 29%, <i>p</i> = 0.04). At 12 months
postpartum, the maternal weight difference between
intervention and usual care groups was not maintained (41%
vs. 38% respectively at or below early pregnancy weights,
<i>p</i> = 0.83). Findings suggest that a combined
pregnancy and postpartum weight control intervention
improves 6 month weight outcomes in socioeconomically
disadvantaged African American women with obesity. Longer
interventions may be needed to overcome late postpartum
weight gain among this high risk group. <b>Clinical trial
registration number</b>: ClinicalTrials.gov identifier
NCT01530776.},
Doi = {10.1016/j.pmedr.2017.05.015},
Key = {fds327016}
}
@article{fds324090,
Author = {Steinberg, DM and Christy, J and Batch, BC and Askew, S and Moore, RH and Parker, P and Bennett, GG},
Title = {Preventing Weight Gain Improves Sleep Quality Among Black
Women: Results from a RCT.},
Journal = {Ann Behav Med},
Volume = {51},
Number = {4},
Pages = {555-566},
Year = {2017},
Month = {August},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s12160-017-9879-z},
Abstract = {BACKGROUND: Obesity and poor sleep are highly prevalent
among Black women. PURPOSE: We examined whether a weight
gain prevention intervention improved sleep among Black
women. METHODS: We conducted a randomized trial comparing a
12-month weight gain prevention intervention that included
self-monitoring through mobile technologies and phone
coaching to usual care in community health centers. We
measured sleep using the Medical Outcomes Study Sleep Scale
at baseline, 12 months, and 18 months. The scale examines
quantity of sleep, sleep disturbance, sleep adequacy,
daytime somnolence, snoring, shortness of breath, and global
sleep problems (sleep problem indices I and II). RESULTS:
Participants (n = 184) were on average 35.4 years and
obese (BMI 30.2 kg/m2); 74% made <$30,000/year. At
baseline, average sleep duration was 6.4 (1.5) hours.
Controlling for weight change and sleep medication, the
intervention group reported greater improvements in sleep
disturbance [-8.35 (-16.24, -0.45)] and sleep problems at
12 months: sleep problem index I [-8.35 (-16.24, -0.45)];
sleep problem index II [-8.35 (-16.24, -0.45)]. However,
these findings did not persist at 18 months. CONCLUSIONS:
Preventing weight gain may afford clinical benefit on
improving sleep quality. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER: The
trial was registered with the ClinicalTrials.gov database
(NCT00938535).},
Doi = {10.1007/s12160-017-9879-z},
Key = {fds324090}
}
@article{fds324093,
Author = {Greaney, ML and Askew, S and Foley, P and Wallington, SF and Bennett,
GG},
Title = {Linking patients with community resources: use of a free
YMCA membership among low-income black women.},
Journal = {Translational behavioral medicine},
Volume = {7},
Number = {2},
Pages = {341-348},
Year = {2017},
Month = {June},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s13142-016-0431-7},
Abstract = {Given the increasing interest in expanding obesity
prevention efforts to cover community-based programs, we
examined whether individuals would access a YMCA for
physical activity promotion. We provided a no-cost 12-month
YMCA membership to socioeconomically disadvantaged black
women who were randomized to the intervention arm of a
weight gain prevention trial (n = 91). Analyses examined
associations of membership activation and use with baseline
psychosocial, contextual, health-related, and
sociodemographic factors. Many participants (70.3 %)
activated their memberships; however, use was low (42.2 %
had no subsequent visits, 46.9 % had one to ten visits).
There were no predictors of membership activation, but
individuals living below/borderline the federal poverty line
were more likely to use the center (1+ visits), as were
those who met physical activity guidelines at baseline. More
comprehensive and intensive interventions may be necessary
to promote use of community resources-even when provided
free-among high-risk populations of women with obesity that
live in rural areas of the USA.},
Doi = {10.1007/s13142-016-0431-7},
Key = {fds324093}
}
@article{fds328845,
Author = {Steinberg, D and Bennett, GG and Svetkey, L},
Title = {The DASH Diet, 20 Years Later.},
Journal = {JAMA},
Volume = {317},
Number = {15},
Pages = {1529-1530},
Year = {2017},
Month = {April},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1001/jama.2017.1628},
Doi = {10.1001/jama.2017.1628},
Key = {fds328845}
}
@article{fds324091,
Author = {Benjamin Neelon and SE and Østbye, T and Bennett, GG and Kravitz, RM and Clancy, SM and Stroo, M and Iversen, E and Hoyo, C},
Title = {Cohort profile for the Nurture Observational Study examining
associations of multiple caregivers on infant growth in the
Southeastern USA.},
Journal = {BMJ Open},
Volume = {7},
Number = {2},
Pages = {e013939},
Year = {2017},
Month = {February},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2016-013939},
Abstract = {PURPOSE: Childcare has been associated with obesity in
children in cross-sectional and longitudinal studies,
although some observed no association. Few studies have
focused on care during infancy, a period when children may
be especially vulnerable. PARTICIPANTS: The Nurture Study is
an observational birth cohort designed to assess
longitudinal associations of childcare and the presence of
multiple caregivers on infant adiposity and weight
trajectories throughout the first year of life. We examine
as potential mediators feeding, physical activity, sleep and
stress. We completed recruitment in 2015. Of the 860 women
who enrolled during pregnancy, 799 delivered a single live
infant who met our inclusion criteria. Of those, 666 mothers
(77.4%) agreed to participate in the study for themselves
and their infants. FINDINGS TO DATE: Among the 666 women in
the study, 472 (71%) identified as black, 127 (19%) as
white, 7 (1%) as Asian or Asian American, 6 (1%) as Native
American and 49 (7%) as other race or more than one race; 43
(7%) identified as Hispanic/Latina. Just under half (48%)
had a high school diploma or less, 61% had household incomes
<$20 000/year and 59% were married or living with a
partner. The mean (SD) infant gestational age was
41.28 weeks (2.29) and birth weight for gestational age
z-score was -0.31 (0.93). Just under half (49%) of infants
were females, 69% received some human milk and 40% were
exclusively breast fed at hospital discharge. Data
collection began in 2013, is currently underway, and is
scheduled to conclude in late 2016. FUTURE PLANS: Results
will help assess the magnitude of associations between
childcare in infancy and subsequent obesity. Findings will
also inform intervention and policy efforts to improve
childcare environments and help prevent obesity in settings
where many infants spend time. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER:
Clinicaltrials.gov, NCT01788644.},
Doi = {10.1136/bmjopen-2016-013939},
Key = {fds324091}
}
@article{fds315310,
Author = {Winkler, MR and Bennett, GG and Brandon, DH},
Title = {Factors related to obesity and overweight among Black
adolescent girls in the United States.},
Journal = {Women & health},
Volume = {57},
Number = {2},
Pages = {208-248},
Year = {2017},
Month = {February},
ISSN = {0363-0242},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/03630242.2016.1159267},
Abstract = {In the United States, Black adolescents have the highest
prevalence of pediatric obesity and overweight among girls.
While Black girls are disproportionately affected, the
reasons for this health disparity remain unclear. The
authors conducted a systematic review to investigate the
factors related to obesity and overweight among Black
adolescent girls. The authors searched four databases for
relevant English-language publications using all publication
years through 2015. Fifty-one studies met the inclusion
criteria and were used for this review. Using a
configuration approach to synthesis, three categories were
identified, paralleling the bioecological theory of human
development: (1) individual, (2) interpersonal, and (3)
community and societal factors. A description of each
factor's association with obesity among Black adolescent
girls is presented. From this review, the authors identified
a diverse and vast set of individual, interpersonal, and
community and societal factors explored for their
relationship with obesity and overweight. Given the
insufficient repetition and limited significant findings
among most factors, the authors believe that multiple gaps
in knowledge exist across all categories regarding the
factors related to obesity and overweight among Black
adolescent girls. To improve the quality of research in this
area, suggested research directions and methodological
recommendations are provided.},
Doi = {10.1080/03630242.2016.1159267},
Key = {fds315310}
}
@article{fds250654,
Author = {McVay, MA and Steinberg, DM and Askew, S and Kaphingst, KA and Bennett,
GG},
Title = {Genetic causal attributions for weight status and weight
loss during a behavioral weight gain prevention
intervention.},
Journal = {Genetics in medicine : official journal of the American
College of Medical Genetics},
Volume = {18},
Number = {5},
Pages = {476-482},
Year = {2016},
Month = {May},
ISSN = {1098-3600},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1038/gim.2015.109},
Abstract = {<h4>Purpose</h4>Emerging evidence suggests that attributing
one's weight to genetics may contribute to the adoption of
obesogenic behaviors. We investigated whether weight-related
genetic attributions were associated with weight change
during a weight gain prevention intervention.<h4>Methods</h4>Participants
(n = 185) were from a randomized clinical trial of a digital
health weight gain prevention intervention for black women
ages 25-44 years with body mass index 25.0-34.9 kg/m(2).
Weight-related genetic attributions (weight status
attribution and weight loss attributions) were measured at
baseline and 12 months.<h4>Results</h4>Among intervention
participants, high genetic attribution for weight loss was
associated with greater weight loss at 12 months (-2.7 vs.
0.5 kg) and 18 months (-3.0 vs. 0.9 kg). Among
usual-care participants, high genetic attribution for weight
status was associated with greater 18-month weight gain (2.9
vs. 0.3 kg). The intervention reduced the likelihood of
high genetic attribution for weight loss at 12 months (P =
0.05). Change in the likelihood of genetic attribution was
not associated with weight change over 12
months.<h4>Conclusion</h4>Impact of genetic attributions on
weight differs for those enrolled and not enrolled in an
intervention. However, weight gain prevention intervention
may reduce genetic attribution for weight loss.Genet Med 18
5, 476-482.},
Doi = {10.1038/gim.2015.109},
Key = {fds250654}
}
@article{fds313519,
Author = {Foley, P and Steinberg, D and Levine, E and Askew, S and Batch, BC and Puleo, EM and Svetkey, LP and Bosworth, HB and DeVries, A and Miranda,
H and Bennett, GG},
Title = {Track: A randomized controlled trial of a digital health
obesity treatment intervention for medically vulnerable
primary care patients.},
Journal = {Contemp Clin Trials},
Volume = {48},
Pages = {12-20},
Year = {2016},
Month = {May},
ISSN = {1551-7144},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.cct.2016.03.006},
Abstract = {INTRODUCTION: Obesity continues to disproportionately affect
medically vulnerable populations. Digital health
interventions may be effective for delivering obesity
treatment in low-resource primary care settings. METHODS:
Track is a 12-month randomized controlled trial of a digital
health weight loss intervention in a community health center
system. Participants are 351 obese men and women aged 21 to
65years with an obesity-related comorbidity. Track
participants are randomized to usual primary care or to a
12-month intervention consisting of algorithm-generated
tailored behavior change goals, self-monitoring via mobile
technologies, daily self-weighing using a network-connected
scale, skills training materials, 18 counseling phone calls
with a Track coach, and primary care provider counseling.
Participants are followed over 12months, with study visits
at baseline, 6, and 12months. Anthropometric data, blood
pressure, fasting lipids, glucose and HbA1C and
self-administered surveys are collected. Follow-up data will
be collected from the medical record at 24months. RESULTS:
Participants are 68% female and on average 50.7years old
with a mean BMI of 35.9kg/m(2). Participants are mainly
black (54%) or white (33%); 12.5% are Hispanic. Participants
are mostly employed and low-income. Over 20% of the sample
has hypertension, diabetes and hyperlipidemia. Almost 27% of
participants currently smoke and almost 20% score above the
clinical threshold for depression. CONCLUSIONS: Track
utilizes an innovative, digital health approach to reduce
obesity and chronic disease risk among medically vulnerable
adults in the primary care setting. Baseline characteristics
reflect a socioeconomically disadvantaged, high-risk patient
population in need of evidence-based obesity
treatment.},
Doi = {10.1016/j.cct.2016.03.006},
Key = {fds313519}
}
@article{fds318666,
Author = {Shaw, RJ and Steinberg, DM and Bonnet, J and Modarai, F and George, A and Cunningham, T and Mason, M and Shahsahebi, M and Grambow, SC and Bennett, GG and Bosworth, HB},
Title = {Mobile health devices: will patients actually use
them?},
Journal = {J Am Med Inform Assoc},
Volume = {23},
Number = {3},
Pages = {462-466},
Year = {2016},
Month = {May},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/jamia/ocv186},
Abstract = {Although mobile health (mHealth) devices offer a unique
opportunity to capture patient health data remotely, it is
unclear whether patients will consistently use multiple
devices simultaneously and/or if chronic disease affects
adherence. Three healthy and three chronically ill
participants were recruited to provide data on 11 health
indicators via four devices and a diet app. The healthy
participants averaged overall weekly use of 76%, compared to
16% for those with chronic illnesses. Device adherence
declined across all participants during the study. Patients
with chronic illnesses, with arguably the most to benefit
from advanced (or increased) monitoring, may be less likely
to adopt and use these devices compared to healthy
individuals. Results suggest device fatigue may be a
significant problem. Use of mobile technologies may have the
potential to transform care delivery across populations and
within individuals over time. However, devices may need to
be tailored to meet the specific patient
needs.},
Doi = {10.1093/jamia/ocv186},
Key = {fds318666}
}
@article{fds315882,
Author = {Shaw, RJ and Pollak, K and Zullig, LL and Bennett, G and Hawkins, K and Lipkus, I},
Title = {Feasibility and Smokers' Evaluation of Self-Generated Text
Messages to Promote Quitting.},
Journal = {Nicotine Tob Res},
Volume = {18},
Number = {5},
Pages = {1206-1209},
Year = {2016},
Month = {May},
ISSN = {1462-2203},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/ntr/ntv268},
Abstract = {INTRODUCTION: Cigarette smoking is a leading cause of
preventable mortality. Mobile technologies, including text
messaging, provide opportunities to promote quitting. Many
text messaging-based cessation interventions contain content
created by experts. However, smokers may be best persuaded
by receipt of text messages they created based on their
reasons for quitting, assisted or not by a motivational
facilitator. This study assessed the feasibility and
participants' evaluation of two ways to self-generate
smoking cessation messages delivered via cell-phone.
METHODS: We enrolled smokers (N = 24) and randomized them
to: (1) behavioral counseling assistance plus self-generated
messages, or (2) self-generated messages only. Both groups
wrote: (1) their reasons for wanting to quit and then (2)
text messages related to their reason(s) for quitting,
Messages were delivered as text messages as well as with a
link to verbatim self-recorded audio message for 10 days. At
follow-up, participants evaluated the intervention. RESULTS:
Participants composed and recorded messages and evaluated
them and the intervention favorably. The counseling+message
group wrote an average of 7.66 (SD = 4.86) text messages
while the message-only wrote an average of 6.66 (SD = 2.93)
messages. Most participants felt that the messages were of
appropriate length, including the frequency and timing of
message delivery. CONCLUSION: It is feasible for smokers to
self-generate motivational text and audio messages
concerning reasons for quitting, even among smokers without
an immediate desire to quit. Participants evaluated the
messages and intervention favorably. Future research should
test self-generated messages in larger trials of self-
versus expert-generated message. IMPLICATIONS: This study
assessed the feasibility and participants' evaluation of two
ways to self-generate smoking cessation messages delivered
via cell-phone. It is feasible for smokers to self-generate
motivational text and audio messages concerning reasons for
quitting, even among smokers without an immediate desire to
quit. Participants evaluated the messages and intervention
favorable. Future research should test self-generated
messages in larger trials of self- versus expert-generated
messages.},
Doi = {10.1093/ntr/ntv268},
Key = {fds315882}
}
@article{fds315309,
Author = {Lanpher, MG and Askew, S and Bennett, GG},
Title = {Health Literacy and Weight Change in a Digital Health
Intervention for Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial in
Primary Care Practice.},
Journal = {Journal of health communication},
Volume = {21 Suppl 1},
Pages = {34-42},
Year = {2016},
Month = {January},
ISSN = {1081-0730},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/10810730.2015.1131773},
Abstract = {In the United States, 90 million adults have low health
literacy. An important public health challenge is developing
obesity treatment interventions suitable for those with low
health literacy. The objective of this study was to examine
differences in sociodemographic and clinical characteristics
as well as weight and intervention engagement outcomes by
health literacy. We randomized 194 participants to usual
care or to the Shape Program intervention, a 12-month
digital health treatment aimed at preventing weight gain
among overweight and Class I obese Black women in primary
care practice. We administered the Newest Vital Sign
instrument to assess health literacy. More than half (55%)
of participants had low health literacy, which was more
common among those with fewer years of education and lower
income. There was no effect of health literacy on 12-month
weight change or on intervention engagement outcomes
(completion of coaching calls and interactive voice response
self-monitoring calls). Low health literacy did not preclude
successful weight gain prevention in the Shape Program
intervention. Goal-focused behavior change approaches like
that used in Shape may be particularly helpful for treating
and engaging populations with low health
literacy.},
Doi = {10.1080/10810730.2015.1131773},
Key = {fds315309}
}
@article{fds324094,
Author = {Herring, SJ and Cruice, JF and Bennett, GG and Rose, MZ and Davey, A and Foster, GD},
Title = {Preventing excessive gestational weight gain among African
American women: A randomized clinical trial.},
Journal = {Obesity (Silver Spring, Md.)},
Volume = {24},
Number = {1},
Pages = {30-36},
Year = {2016},
Month = {January},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/oby.21240},
Abstract = {<h4>Objective</h4>Evidence is lacking regarding effective
weight control treatments in pregnancy for ethnic minority
women with obesity. This study evaluated whether a
technology-based behavioral intervention could decrease the
proportion of African American women with overweight or
obesity who exceeded Institute of Medicine (IOM) guidelines
for gestational weight gain.<h4>Methods</h4>We conducted a
two-arm pilot randomized clinical trial. Participants were
66 socioeconomically disadvantaged African American pregnant
women (12.5 ± 3.7 weeks' gestation; 36% overweight, 64%
obesity) recruited from two outpatient obstetric practices
at Temple University between 2013 and 2014. We randomized
participants to usual care (n = 33) or a behavioral
intervention (n = 33) that promoted weight control in
pregnancy. The intervention included: (1) empirically
supported behavior change goals; (2) interactive
self-monitoring text messages; (3) biweekly health coach
calls; and (4) skills training and support through
Facebook.<h4>Results</h4>The intervention reduced the
proportion of women who exceeded IOM guidelines compared to
usual care (37% vs. 66%, P = 0.033). Intervention
participants gained less weight during pregnancy (8.7 vs.
12.3 kg, adjusted mean difference: -3.1 kg, 95% CI: -6.2 to
-0.1). No group differences in neonatal or obstetric
outcomes were found.<h4>Conclusions</h4>The intervention
resulted in lower prevalence of excessive gestational weight
gain.},
Doi = {10.1002/oby.21240},
Key = {fds324094}
}
@article{fds300288,
Author = {Lin, P-H and Intille, S and Bennett, G and Bosworth, HB and Corsino, L and Voils, C and Grambow, S and Lazenka, T and Batch, BC and Tyson, C and Svetkey, LP},
Title = {Adaptive intervention design in mobile health: Intervention
design and development in the Cell Phone Intervention for
You trial.},
Journal = {Clin Trials},
Volume = {12},
Number = {6},
Pages = {634-645},
Year = {2015},
Month = {December},
ISSN = {1740-7745},
url = {http://hdl.handle.net/10161/10740 Duke open
access},
Abstract = {BACKGROUND/AIMS: The obesity epidemic has spread to young
adults, and obesity is a significant risk factor for
cardiovascular disease. The prominence and increasing
functionality of mobile phones may provide an opportunity to
deliver longitudinal and scalable weight management
interventions in young adults. The aim of this article is to
describe the design and development of the intervention
tested in the Cell Phone Intervention for You study and to
highlight the importance of adaptive intervention design
that made it possible. The Cell Phone Intervention for You
study was a National Heart, Lung, and Blood
Institute-sponsored, controlled, 24-month randomized
clinical trial comparing two active interventions to a
usual-care control group. Participants were 365 overweight
or obese (body mass index≥25 kg/m2) young adults.
METHODS: Both active interventions were designed based on
social cognitive theory and incorporated techniques for
behavioral self-management and motivational enhancement.
Initial intervention development occurred during a 1-year
formative phase utilizing focus groups and iterative,
participatory design. During the intervention testing,
adaptive intervention design, where an intervention is
updated or extended throughout a trial while assuring the
delivery of exactly the same intervention to each cohort,
was employed. The adaptive intervention design strategy
distributed technical work and allowed introduction of novel
components in phases intended to help promote and sustain
participant engagement. Adaptive intervention design was
made possible by exploiting the mobile phone's remote data
capabilities so that adoption of particular application
components could be continuously monitored and components
subsequently added or updated remotely. RESULTS: The cell
phone intervention was delivered almost entirely via cell
phone and was always-present, proactive, and
interactive-providing passive and active reminders, frequent
opportunities for knowledge dissemination, and multiple
tools for self-tracking and receiving tailored feedback. The
intervention changed over 2 years to promote and sustain
engagement. The personal coaching intervention,
alternatively, was primarily personal coaching with trained
coaches based on a proven intervention, enhanced with a
mobile application, but where all interactions with the
technology were participant-initiated. CONCLUSION: The
complexity and length of the technology-based randomized
clinical trial created challenges in engagement and
technology adaptation, which were generally discovered using
novel remote monitoring technology and addressed using the
adaptive intervention design. Investigators should plan to
develop tools and procedures that explicitly support
continuous remote monitoring of interventions to support
adaptive intervention design in long-term, technology-based
studies, as well as developing the interventions
themselves.},
Doi = {10.1177/1740774515597222},
Key = {fds300288}
}
@article{fds300287,
Author = {Svetkey, LP and Batch, BC and Lin, P-H and Intille, SS and Corsino, L and Tyson, CC and Bosworth, HB and Grambow, SC and Voils, C and Loria, C and Gallis, JA and Schwager, J and Bennett, GG},
Title = {Cell phone intervention for you (CITY): A randomized,
controlled trial of behavioral weight loss intervention for
young adults using mobile technology.},
Journal = {Obesity (Silver Spring)},
Volume = {23},
Number = {11},
Pages = {2133-2141},
Year = {2015},
Month = {November},
ISSN = {1930-7381},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/oby.21226},
Abstract = {OBJECTIVE: To determine the effect on weight of two mobile
technology-based (mHealth) behavioral weight loss
interventions in young adults. METHODS: Randomized,
controlled comparative effectiveness trial in 18- to
35-year-olds with BMI ≥ 25 kg/m(2) (overweight/obese),
with participants randomized to 24 months of mHealth
intervention delivered by interactive smartphone application
on a cell phone (CP); personal coaching enhanced by
smartphone self-monitoring (PC); or Control. RESULTS: The
365 randomized participants had mean baseline BMI of 35
kg/m(2) . Final weight was measured in 86% of participants.
CP was not superior to Control at any measurement point. PC
participants lost significantly more weight than Controls at
6 months (net effect -1.92 kg [CI -3.17, -0.67],
P = 0.003), but not at 12 and 24 months. CONCLUSIONS:
Despite high intervention engagement and study retention,
the inclusion of behavioral principles and tools in both
interventions, and weight loss in all treatment groups, CP
did not lead to weight loss, and PC did not lead to
sustained weight loss relative to Control. Although mHealth
solutions offer broad dissemination and scalability, the
CITY results sound a cautionary note concerning intervention
delivery by mobile applications. Effective intervention may
require the efficiency of mobile technology, the social
support and human interaction of personal coaching, and an
adaptive approach to intervention design.},
Doi = {10.1002/oby.21226},
Key = {fds300287}
}
@article{fds290489,
Author = {Burke, LE and Ma, J and Azar, KMJ and Bennett, GG and Peterson, ED and Zheng, Y and Riley, W and Stephens, J and Shah, SH and Suffoletto, B and Turan, TN and Spring, B and Steinberger, J and Quinn, CC and American
Heart Association Publications Committee of the Council on
Epidemiology and Prevention, Behavior Change Committee of
the Council on Cardiometabolic Health and Council on
Cardiovascular and Stroke Nursing and Council on Functional
Genomics and Translational Biology and Council on Quality of
Care and Outcomes Research, and Stroke Council},
Title = {Current Science on Consumer Use of Mobile Health for
Cardiovascular Disease Prevention: A Scientific Statement
From the American Heart Association.},
Journal = {Circulation},
Volume = {132},
Number = {12},
Pages = {1157-1213},
Year = {2015},
Month = {September},
ISSN = {0009-7322},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1161/CIR.0000000000000232},
Doi = {10.1161/CIR.0000000000000232},
Key = {fds290489}
}
@article{fds250659,
Author = {Bennett, GG and Steinberg, DM and Pagoto, SL},
Title = {Will Obesity Treatment Reimbursement Benefit Those at
Highest Risk?},
Journal = {The American journal of medicine},
Volume = {128},
Number = {7},
Pages = {670-671},
Year = {2015},
Month = {July},
ISSN = {0002-9343},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.amjmed.2015.01.026},
Doi = {10.1016/j.amjmed.2015.01.026},
Key = {fds250659}
}
@article{fds250649,
Author = {Chandler, PD and Scott, JB and Drake, BF and Ng, K and Chan, AT and Hollis,
BW and Emmons, KM and Giovannucci, EL and Fuchs, CS and Bennett,
GG},
Title = {Erratum: Impact of vitamin D supplementation on adiposity in
African-Americans (Nutrition and Diabetes (2015) 5 (e147)
DOI:10.1038/nutd.2014.44))},
Journal = {Nutrition and Diabetes},
Volume = {5},
Number = {6},
Pages = {e164-e164},
Publisher = {Springer Nature},
Year = {2015},
Month = {June},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1038/nutd.2015.14},
Doi = {10.1038/nutd.2015.14},
Key = {fds250649}
}
@article{fds250651,
Author = {Benjamin Neelon and SE and Namenek Brouwer and RJ and Østbye, T and Evenson, KR and Neelon, B and Martinie, A and Bennett,
G},
Title = {A community-based intervention increases physical activity
and reduces obesity in school-age children in North
Carolina.},
Journal = {Child Obes},
Volume = {11},
Number = {3},
Pages = {297-303},
Year = {2015},
Month = {June},
ISSN = {2153-2168},
url = {http://hdl.handle.net/10161/11436 Duke open
access},
Abstract = {BACKGROUND: Community-based interventions are promising
approaches to obesity prevention, but few studies have
prospectively evaluated them. The aim of this study was to
evaluate a natural experiment—a community intervention
designed to promote active living and decrease obesity
within a small southern town. METHODS: In 2011, community
leaders implemented the Mebane on the Move intervention—a
community-wide effort to promote physical activity (PA) and
decrease obesity among residents of Mebane, North Carolina.
We measured child PA and BMI before and after the
intervention, using a nearby town not implementing an
intervention as the comparison. In total, we assessed 64
children from Mebane and 40 from the comparison community 6
months before, as well as 34 and 18 children 6 months after
the intervention. We assessed PA with accelerometers worn
for 7 days and calculated BMI z-scores using children's
height and weight. We conducted multivariable linear
regressions examining pre- to postintervention change in
minutes of PA and BMI z-score, adjusting for confounders.
RESULTS: At follow-up, children in Mebane modestly increased
their moderate-to-vigorous PA (1.3 minutes per hour; 95%
confidence interval (CI): 0.2, 2.3; p=0.03) and vigorous
activity (0.8 minutes per hour; 95% CI: 0.1, 1.5; p=0.04)
more than comparison children. In intervention children, BMI
z-scores decreased 0.5 units (kg/m(2); 95% CI: -0.9, -0.02;
p=0.045), compared to children in the comparison community.
CONCLUSIONS: We observed positive effects on PA level and
weight status of children in Mebane, despite high rates of
attrition, suggesting that the community-based intervention
may have been successful.},
Doi = {10.1089/chi.2014.0130},
Key = {fds250651}
}
@article{fds250655,
Author = {Chandler, PD and Giovannucci, EL and Scott, JB and Bennett, GG and Ng,
K and Chan, AT and Hollis, BW and Rifai, N and Emmons, KM and Fuchs, CS and Drake, BF},
Title = {Effects of Vitamin D Supplementation on C-peptide and
25-hydroxyvitamin D Concentrations at 3 and 6
Months.},
Journal = {Scientific reports},
Volume = {5},
Pages = {10411},
Year = {2015},
Month = {June},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1038/srep10411},
Abstract = {The link between African-Americans' disproportionate rates
of diabetes, obesity and vitamin D deficiency may be marked
by C-peptide as an indicator of insulin secretion. We
hypothesize that vitamin D supplementation will increase
C-peptide, a marker of insulin secretion. During 3 winters
from 2007-2010, 328 healthy African-Americans (median age,
51 years) living in Boston, MA were randomized into a 4-arm,
double-blind trial for 3 months of placebo, 1000, 2000, or
4000 IU of vitamin D3. The differences in non-fasting
C-peptide between baseline and 3 months were -0.44 ng/mL for
those receiving placebo, -0.10 ng/mL for those receiving
1000 IU/d, 0 ng/mL for those receiving 2000 IU/d, 1.24 ng/mL
for those receiving 4000 IU/d (C-peptide increased 0.42
ng/mL for each additional 1000 IU/d of vitamin D3, p <
0.001). Vitamin D supplementation increased C-peptide in
overweight African-Americans and may be compatible with
other recommendations for diabetes prevention and management
including weight loss and increased physical
activity.},
Doi = {10.1038/srep10411},
Key = {fds250655}
}
@article{fds250682,
Author = {Camacho-Rivera, M and Kawachi, I and Bennett, GG and Subramanian,
SV},
Title = {Revisiting the Hispanic health paradox: the relative
contributions of nativity, country of origin, and
race/ethnicity to childhood asthma.},
Journal = {Journal of immigrant and minority health},
Volume = {17},
Number = {3},
Pages = {826-833},
Year = {2015},
Month = {June},
ISSN = {1557-1912},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10903-013-9974-6},
Abstract = {This study examined the relationship between race and
Hispanic ethnicity, maternal and child nativity, country of
origin and asthma among 2,558 non-Hispanic white and
Hispanic children across 65 Los Angeles neighborhoods. A
series of two-level multilevel models were estimated to
examine the independent effects of race, ethnicity, and
country of origin on childhood asthma. Lifetime asthma
prevalence was reported among 9% of children, with no
significant differences between Hispanics and non-Hispanic
whites overall. However, in fully adjusted models, Hispanic
children of non-Mexican origin reported higher odds of
asthma compared to non-Hispanic white children. A protective
nativity effect was also observed among children of foreign
born mothers compared to US born mothers. Our study provides
evidence in support of the heterogeneity of childhood asthma
by Hispanic ethnicity and maternal nativity. These findings
suggest moving beyond solely considering racial/ethnic
classifications which could mask subgroups at increased risk
of childhood asthma.},
Doi = {10.1007/s10903-013-9974-6},
Key = {fds250682}
}
@article{fds250658,
Author = {Steinberg, DM and Bennett, GG and Askew, S and Tate,
DF},
Title = {Weighing every day matters: daily weighing improves weight
loss and adoption of weight control behaviors.},
Journal = {Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics},
Volume = {115},
Number = {4},
Pages = {511-518},
Year = {2015},
Month = {April},
ISSN = {2212-2672},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jand.2014.12.011},
Abstract = {<h4>Background</h4>Daily weighing is emerging as the
recommended self-weighing frequency for weight loss. This is
likely because it improves adoption of weight control
behaviors.<h4>Objective</h4>To examine whether weighing
every day is associated with greater adoption of weight
control behaviors compared with less frequent
weighing.<h4>Design</h4>Longitudinal analysis of a
previously conducted 6-month randomized controlled
trial.<h4>Participants/setting</h4>Overweight men and women
in Chapel Hill, NC, participated in the intervention arm
(N=47).<h4>Intervention</h4>The intervention focused on
daily weighing for weight loss using an e-scale that
transmitted weights to a study website, along with weekly
e-mailed lessons and tailored feedback on daily weighing
adherence and weight loss progress.<h4>Main outcome
measures</h4>We gathered objective data on self-weighing
frequency from the e-scales. At baseline and 6 months,
weight change was measured in the clinic and weight control
behaviors (total items=37), dietary strategies, and calorie
expenditure from physical activity were assessed via
questionnaires. Calorie intake was assessed using an online
24-hour recall tool.<h4>Statistical analyses</h4>We used
χ(2) tests to examine variation in discrete weight control
behaviors and linear regression models to examine
differences in weight, dietary strategies, and calorie
intake and expenditure by self-weighing frequency.<h4>Results</h4>Fifty-one
percent of participants weighed every day (n=24) over 6
months. The average self-weighing frequency among those
weighing less than daily (n=23) was 5.4±1.2 days per week.
Daily weighers lost significantly more weight compared with
those weighing less than daily (mean difference=-6.1 kg; 95%
CI -10.2 to -2.1; P=0.004). The total number of weight
control behaviors adopted was greater among daily weighers
(17.6±7.6 vs 11.2±6.4; P=0.004). There were no differences
by self-weighing frequency in dietary strategies, calorie
intake, or calorie expenditure.<h4>Conclusions</h4>Weighing
every day led to greater adoption of weight control
behaviors and produced greater weight loss compared with
weighing most days of the week. This further implicates
daily weighing as an effective weight loss
tool.},
Doi = {10.1016/j.jand.2014.12.011},
Key = {fds250658}
}
@article{fds250650,
Author = {Price, S and Ferisin, S and Sharifi, M and Steinberg, D and Bennett, G and Wolin, KY and Horan, C and Koziol, R and Marshall, R and Taveras,
EM},
Title = {Development and Implementation of an Interactive Text
Messaging Campaign to Support Behavior Change in a Childhood
Obesity Randomized Controlled Trial.},
Journal = {Journal of health communication},
Volume = {20},
Number = {7},
Pages = {843-850},
Year = {2015},
Month = {January},
ISSN = {1081-0730},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/10810730.2015.1018582},
Abstract = {Text messaging is a promising means of intervening on an
array of health issues among varied populations, but little
has been published about the development of such
interventions. The authors describe the development and
implementation of an interactive text messaging campaign for
parents to support behavior change among children in a
childhood obesity randomized controlled trial. The authors
invited 160 parents to participate in a text messaging
intervention that provided behavior change support in
conjunction with health coaching phone calls and mailed
materials on behavioral goals. Throughout the 1-year
intervention, the authors sent 1-2 text messages per week.
The first asked how the child did with a target behavior the
day before; parents who replied received an immediate
feedback message tailored to their response. The second
included a tip about how to work toward a behavioral goal.
Baseline surveys indicate that text messaging is a common
means of communication for parents, and many are willing to
use text messaging to support behavior change for their
child. Results at 1 year indicate a high level of engagement
with the text messaging intervention, with nearly two thirds
responding to 75% or more of the questions they were sent by
text.},
Doi = {10.1080/10810730.2015.1018582},
Key = {fds250650}
}
@article{fds250660,
Author = {Chandler, PD and Scott, JB and Drake, BF and Ng, K and Chan, AT and Hollis,
BW and Emmons, KM and Giovannucci, EL and Fuchs, CS and Bennett,
GG},
Title = {Impact of vitamin D supplementation on adiposity in
African-Americans.},
Journal = {Nutrition & diabetes},
Volume = {5},
Pages = {e147},
Year = {2015},
Month = {January},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1038/nutd.2014.44},
Abstract = {<h4>Background</h4>African-Americans have higher rates of
obesity-associated chronic diseases. Serum 25-hydroxyvitamin
D (25(OH)D) shows an inverse association with obesity
status. We investigated whether vitamin D supplementation
changes body mass index (BMI).<h4>Subjects</h4>In total, 328
overweight African-Americans were enrolled over three
consecutive winter periods (2007-2010) into a randomized,
double-blind, placebo-controlled trial to receive
cholecalciferol supplementation (0, 1000 international units
(IU), 2000 IU or 4000 IU per day) for 3 months. Plasma
concentrations of 25(OH)D and anthropometric measurements
were done at baseline, 3 and 6 months.<h4>Results</h4>At 3
months, vitamin D supplementation in three dose groups
(1000 IU, 2000 IU or 4000 IU per day) did not cause
any significant changes in BMI as compared with placebo
group 3-month change in BMI per 1000 IU per day estimate
(SE): 0.01 (0.039); P=0.78.<h4>Conclusions</h4>In overweight
African-Americans, short-term high-dose vitamin D
supplementation did not alter BMI.},
Doi = {10.1038/nutd.2014.44},
Key = {fds250660}
}
@article{fds290488,
Author = {Wolin, KY and Steinberg, DM and Lane, IB and Askew, S and Greaney, ML and Colditz, GA and Bennett, GG},
Title = {Engagement with eHealth Self-Monitoring in a Primary
Care-Based Weight Management Intervention.},
Journal = {PloS one},
Volume = {10},
Number = {10},
Pages = {e0140455},
Year = {2015},
Month = {January},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0140455},
Abstract = {<h4>Background</h4>While eHealth approaches hold promise for
improving the reach and cost-effectiveness of behavior
change interventions, they have been challenged by declining
participant engagement over time, particularly for
self-monitoring behaviors. These are significant concerns in
the context of chronic disease prevention and management
where durable effects are important for driving meaningful
changes.<h4>Purpose</h4>"Be Fit, Be Well" was an eHealth
weight loss intervention that allowed participants to
self-select a self-monitoring modality (web or interactive
voice response (IVR)). Participants could change their
modality. As such, this study provides a unique opportunity
to examine the effects of intervention modality choice and
changing modalities on intervention engagement and
outcomes.<h4>Methods</h4>Intervention participants, who were
recruited from community health centers, (n = 180) were
expected to self-monitor health behaviors weekly over the
course of the 24-month intervention. We examined trends in
intervention engagement by modality (web, IVR, or changed
modality) among participants in the intervention
arm.<h4>Results</h4>The majority (61%) of participants chose
IVR self-monitoring, while 39% chose web. 56% of those who
selected web monitoring changed to IVR during the study
versus no change in those who initially selected IVR.
Self-monitoring declined in both modalities, but completion
rates were higher in those who selected IVR. There were no
associations between self-monitoring modality and weight or
blood pressure outcomes.<h4>Conclusions</h4>This is the
first study to compare web and IVR self-monitoring in an
eHealth intervention where participants could select and
change their self-monitoring modality. IVR shows promise for
achieving consistent engagement.},
Doi = {10.1371/journal.pone.0140455},
Key = {fds290488}
}
@article{fds324095,
Author = {Chandler, PD and Agboola, F and Ng, K and Scott, JB and Drake, BF and Bennett, GG and Chan, AT and Hollis, BW and Emmons, KM and Fuchs, CS and Giovannucci, EL},
Title = {Reduction of Parathyroid Hormone with Vitamin D
Supplementation in Blacks: A Randomized Controlled
Trial.},
Journal = {BMC nutrition},
Volume = {1},
Pages = {26},
Year = {2015},
Month = {January},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/s40795-015-0024-8},
Abstract = {<h4>Background</h4>Response of parathyroid hormone (PTH) to
vitamin D supplementation is determined by the baseline PTH
level and change in vitamin D status. Conflicting reports in
Blacks exist on the PTH response to vitamin D to
supplementation.<h4>Methods</h4>During 3 winters from
2007-2010, 328 healthy Blacks (median age, 51 years) living
in Boston, MA were randomized into a 4-arm, double-blind
trial for 3 months of placebo, 1000, 2000, or 4000 IU of
vitamin D3. PTH was measured in 254 participants at baseline
and at the end of vitamin D supplementation
period.<h4>Results</h4>The differences in PTH between
baseline and 3 months were 3.93 pg/mL for those receiving
placebo, -3.37 pg/mL for those receiving 1000 IU/d, -6.76
pg/mL for those receiving 2000 IU/d, and -8.99 pg/mL for
those receiving 4000 IU/d ( -2.98 pg/mL for each additional
1000 IU/d of vitamin D3; p<0.001).<h4>Conclusion</h4>We
found a significant decrease in PTH with increasing doses of
vitamin D supplementation up to intakes of 4000 IU/d in
Blacks. Clinical Trials.gov: NCT00585637.},
Doi = {10.1186/s40795-015-0024-8},
Key = {fds324095}
}
@article{fds250648,
Author = {Logsdon, MC and Bennett, G and Crutzen, R and Martin, L and Eckert, D and Robertson, A and Myers, J and Tomasulo, R and Gregg, J and Barone, M and Lynch, T and Flamini, L},
Title = {Preferred health resources and use of social media to obtain
health and depression information by adolescent
mothers.},
Journal = {Journal of child and adolescent psychiatric nursing :
official publication of the Association of Child and
Adolescent Psychiatric Nurses, Inc},
Volume = {27},
Number = {4},
Pages = {163-168},
Year = {2014},
Month = {November},
ISSN = {1073-6077},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/jcap.12083},
Abstract = {<h4>Problem</h4>Little is known about how adolescent mothers
use social media and the Internet, especially to access
health information.<h4>Methods</h4>In this cross-sectional,
descriptive study, adolescent mothers were recruited from an
academic medical center after the birth of their child (n =
94) or from a state-funded, home visitation program during
the first year after birth (n = 91). They completed the Pew
Internet Survey: 37 questions related to use of social media
and Internet, particularly in regard to obtaining health
information.<h4>Findings</h4>All adolescent mothers used a
computer and almost all went online. Most accessed the
Internet by cell phone (67.4%) and used social media. The
health topics searched most frequently were pregnancy/birth
control (85.8%), sexually transmitted diseases (n = 134,
72.6%) and HIV (66.3%). Response to survey questions
differed between the two groups (adolescent mothers surveyed
after birth from academic medical center and adolescent
mothers surveyed in the first postpartum year in the
community).<h4>Conclusions</h4>Adolescent mothers spend
significant time on the Internet including searching for
health information. Cell phones are their preferred methods
for accessing the Internet, and they use social media. Thus,
social media and the Internet are potentially feasible and
acceptable vehicles to deliver health interventions to
adolescent mothers.},
Doi = {10.1111/jcap.12083},
Key = {fds250648}
}
@article{fds250652,
Author = {Batch, BC and Tyson, C and Bagwell, J and Corsino, L and Intille, S and Lin, PH and Lazenka, T and Bennett, G and Bosworth, HB and Voils, C and Grambow, S and Sutton, A and Bordogna, R and Pangborn, M and Schwager,
J and Pilewski, K and Caccia, C and Burroughs, J and Svetkey,
LP},
Title = {Corrigendum to "Weight loss intervention for young adults
using mobile technology: Design and rationale of a
randomized controlled trial - Cell phone Intervention for
You (CITY)" [Contemp Clin Trials 37/2 (2014)
333-341].},
Journal = {Contemp Clin Trials},
Volume = {39},
Number = {2},
Pages = {351},
Year = {2014},
Month = {November},
ISSN = {1551-7144},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.cct.2014.10.001},
Doi = {10.1016/j.cct.2014.10.001},
Key = {fds250652}
}
@article{fds250666,
Author = {Herring, SJ and Cruice, JF and Bennett, GG and Davey, A and Foster,
GD},
Title = {Using technology to promote postpartum weight loss in urban,
low-income mothers: a pilot randomized controlled
trial.},
Journal = {Journal of nutrition education and behavior},
Volume = {46},
Number = {6},
Pages = {610-615},
Year = {2014},
Month = {November},
ISSN = {1499-4046},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jneb.2014.06.002},
Abstract = {<h4>Objective</h4>To examine the feasibility, acceptability,
and initial efficacy of a technology-based weight loss
intervention for urban, low-income mothers.<h4>Methods</h4>Eighteen
obese, ethnic minority, socioeconomically disadvantaged
mothers in the first year after childbirth were randomly
assigned to either: 1) technology-based intervention, which
included empirically supported behavior-change strategies,
daily skills, and self-monitoring text messages with
personalized feedback, biweekly counseling calls from a
health coach, and access to a Facebook support group, or 2)
usual-care control.<h4>Results</h4>After 14 weeks of
treatment, the technology-based intervention participants
had significantly greater weight loss (-2.9 ± 3.6 kg) than
usual care (0.5 ± 2.3 kg; adjusted mean difference: -3.2
kg, 95% confidence interval -6.2 to -0.1 kg, P = .04).
One-third of intervention participants (3 of 9) and no
control participants lost > 5% of their initial body weight
at follow up.<h4>Conclusions and implications</h4>Results
suggest the potential for using technology to deliver a
postpartum weight loss intervention among low-income
racial/ethnic minorities.},
Doi = {10.1016/j.jneb.2014.06.002},
Key = {fds250666}
}
@article{fds344694,
Author = {Pollak, KI and Alexander, SC and Bennett, G and Lyna, P and Coffman, CJ and Bilheimer, A and Farrell, D and Bodner, ME and Swamy, GK and Østbye,
T},
Title = {Weight-related SMS texts promoting appropriate pregnancy
weight gain: a pilot study.},
Journal = {Patient Educ Couns},
Volume = {97},
Number = {2},
Pages = {256-260},
Year = {2014},
Month = {November},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.pec.2014.07.030},
Abstract = {OBJECTIVES: Excessive gestational weight gain (GWG) puts
women and children at risk of obesity. We piloted an
SMS-texting intervention to promote healthy GWG among
overweight and obese women. METHODS: We recruited 35 women
and randomized them in a 2:1 fashion to: a tailored
SMS-texting intervention (Preg CHAT) vs. a generic texting
intervention (Txt4baby). Preg CHAT texts provided
personalized feedback based on women's intake of sweetened
beverages, fruits and vegetables, fast food, daily steps
taken, and weight. We abstracted women's weights from charts
and surveyed women at baseline and 32 weeks gestation.
RESULTS: Few women refused the study; many (30%) did not
complete the study, however. Of those in the Preg CHAT arm,
86% responded to texts, and 80% said they would recommend
this program to a friend. For women who completed the
surveys (n=23), those in the Preg CHAT arm had a mean gain
of 6 less pounds than women in the Txt4Baby arm (95% CI
-15.9, 4.0; p=0.24). CONCLUSIONS: This pilot study shows
feasibility, acceptability, and potential efficacy of a
low-intensity and disseminable intervention to help
overweight and obese women reduce GWG. PRACTICE
IMPLICATIONS: An SMS texting program might help overweight
women reduce excessive GWG.},
Doi = {10.1016/j.pec.2014.07.030},
Key = {fds344694}
}
@article{fds250662,
Author = {Newton, RL and Griffith, DM and Kearney, WB and Bennett,
GG},
Title = {A systematic review of weight loss, physical activity and
dietary interventions involving African American
men.},
Journal = {Obesity reviews : an official journal of the International
Association for the Study of Obesity},
Volume = {15 Suppl 4},
Pages = {93-106},
Year = {2014},
Month = {October},
ISSN = {1467-7881},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/obr.12209},
Abstract = {When compared with men of other racial or ethnic groups,
African American men are more likely to experience adverse
health conditions. The systematic review objectives were to
(i) determine the current evidence base concerning African
American men's response to lifestyle behavioural
interventions designed to promote weight loss, increase
physical activity, and/or improve healthy eating and (ii)
determine the next steps for research in these areas. The
PubMed, Web of Science, Psych Info and Cochrane databases
were searched to identify papers published before January 1,
2013 that reported change in weight, physical activity
and/or dietary patterns in African American men aged 18 and
older, as a result of behavioural change strategies. The
titles and abstracts of 1,403 papers were screened; after
removing duplicates, 141 papers were read to determine their
eligibility. Seventeen publications from 14 studies reported
outcomes for African American men. Eight large multi-centre
trials and six community-based studies were identified.
African American men were an exclusive sample in only four
studies. Five studies showed statistically significant
improvements. Although the available evidence appears to
show that these interventions produce positive results, the
relative and the long-term effectiveness of weight loss,
dietary and/or physical activity interventions for this
population are unknown.},
Doi = {10.1111/obr.12209},
Key = {fds250662}
}
@article{fds250664,
Author = {Bennett, GG and Steinberg, DM and Stoute, C and Lanpher, M and Lane, I and Askew, S and Foley, PB and Baskin, ML},
Title = {Electronic health (eHealth) interventions for weight
management among racial/ethnic minority adults: a systematic
review.},
Journal = {Obesity reviews : an official journal of the International
Association for the Study of Obesity},
Volume = {15 Suppl 4},
Pages = {146-158},
Year = {2014},
Month = {October},
ISSN = {1467-7881},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/obr.12218},
Abstract = {Electronic health (eHealth) interventions have demonstrated
efficacy for weight management. However, little is known
about their efficacy among racial/ethnic minority
populations, in whom there is a disproportionate prevalence
of obesity. This systematic review evaluated the efficacy of
eHealth weight management interventions among overweight and
obese racial/ethnic minority adults. We required that trial
samples be comprised of at least 50% racial/ethnic
minorities or report outcomes by race/ethnicity. We searched
five electronic databases for trials conducted through June
2012. Six papers met our eligibility criteria. These studies
provide suggestive evidence that eHealth interventions can
produce low magnitude, short-term weight loss among
racial/ethnic minorities. Trials were methodologically
sound, with high retention and participant engagement. There
was no evidence detailing the efficacy of mobile health
approaches, although this area is promising given high
utilization rates of mobile devices among racial/ethnic
minorities. More evidence, particularly from longer-term
trials, is necessary to demonstrate that eHealth
intervention approaches can produce clinically meaningful
(≥ 5% of initial body weight) weight loss among
racial/ethnic minority populations.},
Doi = {10.1111/obr.12218},
Key = {fds250664}
}
@article{fds250667,
Author = {Steinberg, DM and Askew, S and Lanpher, MG and Foley, PB and Levine, EL and Bennett, GG},
Title = {The effect of a "maintain, don't gain" approach to weight
management on depression among black women: results from a
randomized controlled trial.},
Journal = {American journal of public health},
Volume = {104},
Number = {9},
Pages = {1766-1773},
Year = {2014},
Month = {September},
ISSN = {0090-0036},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.2105/ajph.2014.302004},
Abstract = {<h4>Objectives</h4>We evaluated the effect of a weight gain
prevention intervention (Shape Program) on depression among
socioeconomically disadvantaged overweight and obese Black
women.<h4>Methods</h4>Between 2009 and 2012, we conducted a
randomized trial comparing a 12-month electronic
health-based weight gain prevention intervention to usual
primary care at 5 central North Carolina community health
centers. We assessed depression with the Patient Health
Questionnaire (PHQ-8). We analyzed change in depression
score from baseline to 12- and 18-month follow-up across
groups with mixed models. We used generalized estimating
equation models to analyze group differences in the
proportion above the clinical threshold for depression
(PHQ-8 score ≥ 10).<h4>Results</h4>At baseline, 20% of
participants reported depression. Twelve-month change in
depression scores was larger for intervention participants
(mean difference = -1.85; 95% confidence interval = -3.08,
-0.61; P = .004). There was a significant reduction in the
proportion of intervention participants with depression at
12 months with no change in the usual-care group (11% vs
19%; P = .035). All effects persisted after we controlled
for weight change and medication use. We saw similar
findings at 18 months.<h4>Conclusions</h4>The Shape Program,
which includes no mention of mood, improved depression among
socioeconomically disadvantaged Black women.},
Doi = {10.2105/ajph.2014.302004},
Key = {fds250667}
}
@article{fds250668,
Author = {Chandler, PD and Giovannucci, EL and Scott, JB and Bennett, GG and Ng,
K and Chan, AT and Hollis, BW and Emmons, KM and Fuchs, CS and Drake,
BF},
Title = {Null association between vitamin D and PSA levels among
black men in a vitamin D supplementation
trial.},
Journal = {Cancer epidemiology, biomarkers & prevention : a publication
of the American Association for Cancer Research, cosponsored
by the American Society of Preventive Oncology},
Volume = {23},
Number = {9},
Pages = {1944-1947},
Year = {2014},
Month = {September},
ISSN = {1055-9965},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1158/1055-9965.epi-14-0522},
Abstract = {<h4>Background</h4>Black men exhibit a high prevalence of
vitamin D deficiency as well as a higher incidence of
prostate cancer and higher mortality rates from prostate
cancer than Whites. There are few data about the effect of
vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) supplementation on
prostate-specific antigen (PSA) in healthy Black
men.<h4>Methods</h4>During three winters from 2007 to 2010,
105 Black men (median age, 48.9 years) of Boston, MA were
randomized into a four-arm, double-blind trial for 3 months
of placebo, 1,000, 2,000, or 4,000 U of vitamin D3. At
baseline and 3 months, free and total PSA was
measured.<h4>Results</h4>With vitamin D supplementation, no
significant differences in free and total PSA were observed;
free PSA, -0.0004 ng/mL (P = 0.94) and total PSA, -0.004
ng/mL (P = 0.92) for each additional 1,000 U/d of vitamin
D3.<h4>Conclusion</h4>Within an unselected population of
healthy Black men without a cancer diagnosis, we found no
effect of vitamin D supplementation on free or total
PSA.<h4>Impact</h4>These findings support prior findings of
no change in PSA with vitamin D supplementation and
emphasize the need for new methods to assess the influence
of vitamin D supplementation on prostate cancer
prevention.},
Doi = {10.1158/1055-9965.epi-14-0522},
Key = {fds250668}
}
@article{fds250669,
Author = {Camacho-Rivera, M and Kawachi, I and Bennett, GG and Subramanian,
SV},
Title = {Associations of neighborhood concentrated poverty,
neighborhood racial/ethnic composition, and indoor allergen
exposures: a cross-sectional analysis of los angeles
households, 2006-2008.},
Journal = {Journal of urban health : bulletin of the New York Academy
of Medicine},
Volume = {91},
Number = {4},
Pages = {661-676},
Year = {2014},
Month = {August},
ISSN = {1099-3460},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s11524-014-9872-9},
Abstract = {Although racial/ethnic, socioeconomic, and neighborhood
factors have been linked to asthma, and the association
between indoor allergens and asthma is well documented, few
studies have examined the relationship between these factors
and indoor allergens. We examined the frequency of reported
indoor allergens and differences by racial/ethnic,
socioeconomic, and neighborhood characteristics among a
diverse sample of Los Angeles households. Multilevel
logistic regression models were used to analyze the data
from 723 households from wave 2 of the Los Angeles Family
and Neighborhood Survey. The reported presence of rats,
mice, cockroaches, mold, pets, and tobacco smoke were the
primary outcomes of interest. Hispanic and Asian households
had a nearly threefold increase in the odds of reporting
cockroaches compared to non-Hispanic Whites (OR, 2.85; 95 %
CI 1.38-5.88 and OR, 2.62; 95 % CI 1.02-6.73, respectively)
even after adjusting for socioeconomic factors. Primary
caregivers who had obtained a high school degree were
significantly less likely to report the presence of mice and
cockroaches compared to primary caregivers with less than a
high school degree (OR, 0.19; 95 % CI 0.08-0.46 and OR,
0.39; 95 % CI 0.23-0.68, respectively). Primary caregivers
with more than a high school degree were also less likely to
report the presence of rats, mice, and cockroaches within
their households, compared to those with less than a high
school degree. Compared to renters, home owners were less
likely to report the presence of mice, cockroaches, and mold
within their households. At the neighborhood level,
households located within neighborhoods of high concentrated
poverty (where the average poverty rate is at least 50 %)
were more likely to report the presence of mice and
cockroaches compared to households in low concentrated
poverty neighborhoods (average poverty rate is 10 % or
less), after adjusting for individual race/ethnicity and
socioeconomic characteristics. Our study found evidence in
support of neighborhood-level racial/ethnic and
socioeconomic influences on indoor allergen exposure, above
and beyond individual factors. Future studies should
continue to explore individual and neighborhood-level
racial/ethnic and socioeconomic differences in household
allergen exposures across diverse contexts.},
Doi = {10.1007/s11524-014-9872-9},
Key = {fds250669}
}
@article{fds250676,
Author = {Chandler, PD and Scott, JB and Drake, BF and Ng, K and Forman, JP and Chan,
AT and Bennett, GG and Hollis, BW and Giovannucci, EL and Emmons, KM and Fuchs, CS},
Title = {Risk of hypercalcemia in blacks taking hydrochlorothiazide
and vitamin D.},
Journal = {The American journal of medicine},
Volume = {127},
Number = {8},
Pages = {772-778},
Year = {2014},
Month = {August},
ISSN = {0002-9343},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.amjmed.2014.02.044},
Abstract = {<h4>Introduction</h4>Hydrochlorothiazide, an effective
antihypertensive medication commonly prescribed to blacks,
decreases urinary calcium excretion. Blacks have
significantly higher rates of hypertension and lower levels
of 25-hydroxyvitamin D. Thus, they are more likely to be
exposed to vitamin D supplementation and thiazide diuretics.
The risk for hypercalcemia among blacks using vitamin D and
hydrochlorothiazide is undefined.<h4>Methods</h4>We assessed
the frequency of hypercalcemia in hydrochlorothiazide users
in a post hoc analysis of a randomized, double-blind,
dose-finding trial of 328 blacks (median age 51 years)
assigned to either placebo, or 1000, 2000, or 4000
international units of cholecalciferol (vitamin D3) daily
for 3 months during the winter (2007-2010).<h4>Results</h4>Of
the 328 participants, 84 reported hydrochlorothiazide use
and had serum calcium levels assessed. Additionally, a
comparison convenience group of 44 enrolled participants who
were not taking hydrochlorothiazide had serum calcium
measurements at 3 months, but not at baseline. At 3 months,
hydrochlorothiazide participants had higher calcium levels
(0.2 mg/dL, P <.001) than nonhydrochlorothiazide
participants, but only one participant in the
hydrochlorothiazide group had hypercalcemia. In contrast,
none of the nonhydrochlorothiazide participants had
hypercalcemia. In a linear regression model adjusted for
age, sex, 25-hydroxyvitamin D at 3 months, and other
covariates, only hydrochlorothiazide use (Estimate [SE]:
0.05 [0.01], P = .01) predicted serum calcium at 3
months.<h4>Conclusion</h4>In summary, vitamin D3
supplementation up to 4000 IU in hydrochlorothiazide users
is associated with an increase in serum calcium but a low
frequency of hypercalcemia. These findings suggest that
participants of this population can use hydrochlorothiazide
with up to 4000 IU of vitamin D3 daily and experience a low
frequency of hypercalcemia.},
Doi = {10.1016/j.amjmed.2014.02.044},
Key = {fds250676}
}
@article{fds250673,
Author = {Emmons, KM and Puleo, E and Greaney, ML and Gillman, MW and Bennett, GG and Haines, J and Sprunck-Harrild, K and Viswanath,
K},
Title = {A randomized comparative effectiveness study of Healthy
Directions 2--a multiple risk behavior intervention for
primary care.},
Journal = {Preventive medicine},
Volume = {64},
Pages = {96-102},
Year = {2014},
Month = {July},
ISSN = {0091-7435},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ypmed.2014.03.011},
Abstract = {<h4>Objective</h4>To evaluate the effectiveness of the
Healthy Directions 2 (HD2) intervention in the primary care
setting.<h4>Methods</h4>HD2 was a cluster randomized trial
(conducted 3/09-11/11). The primary sampling unit was
provider (n=33), with secondary sampling of patients within
provider (n=2440). Study arms included: 1) usual care (UC);
2) HD2--a patient self-guided intervention targeting 5 risk
behaviors; and 3) HD2 plus 2 brief telephone coaching calls
(HD2+CC). The outcome measure was the proportion of
participants with a lower multiple risk behavior (MRB) score
by follow-up.<h4>Results</h4>At baseline, only 4% of the
participants met all behavioral recommendations. Both HD2
and HD2+CC led to improvements in MRB score, relative to UC,
with no differences between the two HD2 conditions.
Twenty-eight percent of the UC participants had improved MRB
scores at 6 months, vs. 39% and 43% in HD2 and HD2+CC,
respectively (ps≤.001); results were similar at 18 months
(p≤.05). The incremental cost of one risk factor reduction
in MRB score was $310 for HD2 and $450 for
HD2+CC.<h4>Conclusions</h4>Self-guided and coached
intervention conditions had equivalent levels of effect in
reducing multiple chronic disease risk factors, were
relatively low cost, and thus are potentially useful for
routine implementation in similar health
settings.},
Doi = {10.1016/j.ypmed.2014.03.011},
Key = {fds250673}
}
@article{fds250683,
Author = {Lin, P-H and Wang, Y and Levine, E and Askew, S and Lin, S and Chang, C and Sun, J and Foley, P and Wang, H and Li, X and Bennett,
GG},
Title = {A text messaging-assisted randomized lifestyle weight loss
clinical trial among overweight adults in
Beijing.},
Journal = {Obesity (Silver Spring)},
Volume = {22},
Number = {5},
Pages = {E29-E37},
Year = {2014},
Month = {May},
url = {http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24375969},
Abstract = {OBJECTIVE: The impact of a text messaging-assisted lifestyle
weight loss intervention on weight change among overweight
adults in Beijing was examined. METHODS: It was a 6-month
randomized two arm clinical trial. The control group
received a brief advice session after randomization. The
intervention group received three group sessions, five
coaching calls, and a daily text message prompting
participants to follow predetermined lifestyle goals.
RESULTS: A total of 123 participants were randomized. At 6
months, controls gained 0.24 ± 0.28 kg (0.21% ± 0.38%)
(NS) while intervention participants lost 1.6 ± 0.28 kg
(2.31% ± 0.38%) (p < 0.0001). Intervention participants
decreased waist circumference (WC) (-2.69 ± 0.43 cm, p <
0.0001), percent body fat (%BF) (-0.66% ± 0.19%, p =
0.0007), and systolic/diastolic blood pressure (SBP/DBP)
significantly (-1.71 ± 1.12/-3.24 ± 0.87 mmHg), while the
controls had no change in WC and %BF and increased SBP/DBP
by 2.43 ± 1.14/1.20 ± 0.88 mmHg (between groups: p =
0.01/p = 0.0004). CONCLUSIONS: This text message-assisted
lifestyle intervention was effective in reducing weight, WC,
%BF, and improving BP. Coupled with the scalable feature of
the intervention, this finding is intriguing in light of the
potential reach of the intervention for countries like China
where mobile phone penetration is high and the obesity rate
continues to rise.},
Doi = {10.1002/oby.20686},
Key = {fds250683}
}
@article{fds250674,
Author = {Steinberg, DM and Levine, EL and Lane, I and Askew, S and Foley, PB and Puleo, E and Bennett, GG},
Title = {Adherence to self-monitoring via interactive voice response
technology in an eHealth intervention targeting weight gain
prevention among Black women: randomized controlled
trial.},
Journal = {Journal of medical Internet research},
Volume = {16},
Number = {4},
Pages = {e114},
Year = {2014},
Month = {April},
ISSN = {1439-4456},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.2196/jmir.2996},
Abstract = {<h4>Background</h4>eHealth interventions are effective for
weight control and have the potential for broad reach.
Little is known about the use of interactive voice response
(IVR) technology for self-monitoring in weight control
interventions, particularly among populations
disproportionately affected by obesity.<h4>Objective</h4>This
analysis sought to examine patterns and predictors of IVR
self-monitoring adherence and the association between
adherence and weight change among low-income black women
enrolled in a weight gain prevention intervention.<h4>Methods</h4>The
Shape Program was a randomized controlled trial comparing a
12-month eHealth behavioral weight gain prevention
intervention to usual care among overweight and obese black
women in the primary care setting. Intervention participants
(n=91) used IVR technology to self-monitor behavior change
goals (eg, no sugary drinks, 10,000 steps per day) via
weekly IVR calls. Weight data were collected in clinic at
baseline, 6, and 12 months. Self-monitoring data was stored
in a study database and adherence was operationalized as the
percent of weeks with a successful IVR call.<h4>Results</h4>Over
12 months, the average IVR completion rate was 71.6% (SD
28.1) and 52% (47/91) had an IVR completion rate ≥80%. At
12 months, IVR call completion was significantly correlated
with weight loss (r =-.22; P=.04) and participants with an
IVR completion rate ≥80% had significantly greater weight
loss compared to those with an IVR completion rate <80%
(-1.97 kg, SE 0.67 vs 0.48 kg, SE 0.69; P=.01). Similar
outcomes were found for change in body mass index (BMI; mean
difference -0.94 kg, 95% CI -1.64 to -0.24; P=.009). Older,
more educated participants were more likely to achieve high
IVR call completion. Participants reported positive
attitudes toward IVR self-monitoring.<h4>Conclusions</h4>Adherence
to IVR self-monitoring was high among socioeconomically
disadvantaged black women enrolled in a weight gain
prevention intervention. Higher adherence to IVR
self-monitoring was also associated with greater weight
change. IVR is an effective and useful tool to promote
self-monitoring and has the potential for widespread use and
long-term sustainability.<h4>Trial registration</h4>Clinicaltrials.gov
NCT00938535; http://www.clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT00938535.},
Doi = {10.2196/jmir.2996},
Key = {fds250674}
}
@article{fds290490,
Author = {Herring, SJ and Cruice, JF and Bennett, GG and Davey, A and Ajibola, WO and Foster, GD},
Title = {USING TECHNOLOGY TO PROMOTE POSTPARTUM WEIGHT LOSS IN
ETHNICALLY DIVERSE, LOW-INCOME MOTHERS},
Journal = {ANNALS OF BEHAVIORAL MEDICINE},
Volume = {47},
Pages = {S89-S89},
Publisher = {SPRINGER},
Year = {2014},
Month = {April},
ISSN = {0883-6612},
url = {http://gateway.webofknowledge.com/gateway/Gateway.cgi?GWVersion=2&SrcApp=PARTNER_APP&SrcAuth=LinksAMR&KeyUT=WOS:000334408300339&DestLinkType=FullRecord&DestApp=ALL_WOS&UsrCustomerID=47d3190e77e5a3a53558812f597b0b92},
Key = {fds290490}
}
@article{fds290493,
Author = {Quintiliani, LM and Turner-McGrievy, G and Bennett, GG and Hekler,
EB and Iyer, AK and Nilsen, WJ},
Title = {ACADEMIC-INDUSTRY PARTNERSHIPS IN EHEALTH ACROSS MULTIPLE
BEHAVIORS: A PANEL DISCUSSION OF THE BENEFITS AND RISKS FOR
YOUR RESEARCH PORTFOLIO},
Journal = {ANNALS OF BEHAVIORAL MEDICINE},
Volume = {47},
Pages = {S153-S153},
Publisher = {SPRINGER},
Year = {2014},
Month = {April},
ISSN = {0883-6612},
url = {http://gateway.webofknowledge.com/gateway/Gateway.cgi?GWVersion=2&SrcApp=PARTNER_APP&SrcAuth=LinksAMR&KeyUT=WOS:000334408300588&DestLinkType=FullRecord&DestApp=ALL_WOS&UsrCustomerID=47d3190e77e5a3a53558812f597b0b92},
Key = {fds290493}
}
@article{fds290491,
Author = {Stoute, CH and Lanpher, MG and Bennett, GG},
Title = {NEGATIVE LIFE EVENTS IMPEDE SUCCESS AMONG LOW INCOME, BLACK
WOMEN IN AN EHEALTH WEIGHT GAIN PREVENTION
PROGRAM},
Journal = {ANNALS OF BEHAVIORAL MEDICINE},
Volume = {47},
Pages = {S172-S172},
Publisher = {SPRINGER},
Year = {2014},
Month = {April},
ISSN = {0883-6612},
url = {http://gateway.webofknowledge.com/gateway/Gateway.cgi?GWVersion=2&SrcApp=PARTNER_APP&SrcAuth=LinksAMR&KeyUT=WOS:000334408300659&DestLinkType=FullRecord&DestApp=ALL_WOS&UsrCustomerID=47d3190e77e5a3a53558812f597b0b92},
Key = {fds290491}
}
@article{fds290492,
Author = {Steinberg, DM and Askew, S and Lanpher, MG and Foley, PB and Levine, EL and Bennett, GG},
Title = {A WEIGHT GAIN PREVENTION INTERVENTION REDUCES DEPRESSION
AMONG BLACK WOMEN: RESULTS FROM AN RCT},
Journal = {ANNALS OF BEHAVIORAL MEDICINE},
Volume = {47},
Pages = {S170-S170},
Publisher = {SPRINGER},
Year = {2014},
Month = {April},
ISSN = {0883-6612},
url = {http://gateway.webofknowledge.com/gateway/Gateway.cgi?GWVersion=2&SrcApp=PARTNER_APP&SrcAuth=LinksAMR&KeyUT=WOS:000334408300649&DestLinkType=FullRecord&DestApp=ALL_WOS&UsrCustomerID=47d3190e77e5a3a53558812f597b0b92},
Key = {fds290492}
}
@article{fds250665,
Author = {Batch, BC and Tyson, C and Bagwell, J and Corsino, L and Intille, S and Lin, P-H and Lazenka, T and Bennett, G and Bosworth, HB and Voils, C and Grambow, S and Sutton, A and Bordogna, R and Pangborn, M and Schwager,
J and Pilewski, K and Caccia, C and Burroughs, J and Svetkey,
LP},
Title = {Weight loss intervention for young adults using mobile
technology: design and rationale of a randomized controlled
trial - Cell Phone Intervention for You (CITY).},
Journal = {Contemp Clin Trials},
Volume = {37},
Number = {2},
Pages = {333-341},
Year = {2014},
Month = {March},
ISSN = {1551-7144},
url = {http://hdl.handle.net/10161/10732 Duke open
access},
Abstract = {BACKGROUND: The obesity epidemic has spread to young adults,
leading to significant public health implications later in
adulthood. Intervention in early adulthood may be an
effective public health strategy for reducing the long-term
health impact of the epidemic. Few weight loss trials have
been conducted in young adults. It is unclear what weight
loss strategies are beneficial in this population. PURPOSE:
To describe the design and rationale of the NHLBI-sponsored
Cell Phone Intervention for You (CITY) study, which is a
single center, randomized three-arm trial that compares the
impact on weight loss of 1) a behavioral intervention that
is delivered almost entirely via cell phone technology (Cell
Phone group); and 2) a behavioral intervention delivered
mainly through monthly personal coaching calls enhanced by
self-monitoring via cell phone (Personal Coaching group),
each compared to 3) a usual care, advice-only control
condition. METHODS: A total of 365 community-dwelling
overweight/obese adults aged 18-35 years were randomized to
receive one of these three interventions for 24 months in
parallel group design. Study personnel assessing outcomes
were blinded to group assignment. The primary outcome is
weight change at 24 [corrected] months. We hypothesize that
each active intervention will cause more weight loss than
the usual care condition. Study completion is anticipated in
2014. CONCLUSIONS: If effective, implementation of the CITY
interventions could mitigate the alarming rates of obesity
in young adults through promotion of weight loss.
ClinicalTrial.gov: NCT01092364.},
Doi = {10.1016/j.cct.2014.01.003},
Key = {fds250665}
}
@article{fds250685,
Author = {Ng, K and Scott, JB and Drake, BF and Chan, AT and Hollis, BW and Chandler,
PD and Bennett, GG and Giovannucci, EL and Gonzalez-Suarez, E and Meyerhardt, JA and Emmons, KM and Fuchs, CS},
Title = {Dose response to vitamin D supplementation in African
Americans: results of a 4-arm, randomized,
placebo-controlled trial.},
Journal = {The American journal of clinical nutrition},
Volume = {99},
Number = {3},
Pages = {587-598},
Year = {2014},
Month = {March},
url = {http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24368437},
Abstract = {<h4>Background</h4>Association studies have suggested that
lower circulating 25-hydroxyvitamin D [25(OH)D] in African
Americans may partially underlie higher rates of
cardiovascular disease and cancer in this population.
Nonetheless, the relation between vitamin D supplementation
and 25(OH)D concentrations in African Americans remains
undefined.<h4>Objective</h4>Our primary objective was to
determine the dose-response relation between vitamin D and
plasma 25(OH)D.<h4>Design</h4>A total of 328 African
Americans in Boston, MA, were enrolled over 3 winters from
2007 to 2010 and randomly assigned to receive a placebo or
1000, 2000, or 4000 IU vitamin D₃/d for 3 mo. Subjects
completed sociodemographic and dietary questionnaires, and
plasma samples were drawn at baseline and 3 and 6
mo.<h4>Results</h4>Median plasma 25(OH)D concentrations at
baseline were 15.1, 16.2, 13.9, and 15.7 ng/mL for subjects
randomly assigned to receive the placebo or 1000, 2000, or
4000 IU/d, respectively (P = 0.63). The median plasma
25(OH)D concentration at 3 mo differed significantly between
supplementation arms at 13.7, 29.7, 34.8, and 45.9 ng/mL,
respectively (P < 0.001). An estimated 1640 IU vitamin
D₃/d was needed to raise the plasma 25(OH)D concentration
to ≥ 20 ng/mL in ≥ 97.5% of participants, whereas a dose
of 4000 IU/d was needed to achieve concentrations ≥ 33
ng/mL in ≥ 80% of subjects. No significant hypercalcemia
was seen in a subset of participants.<h4>Conclusions</h4>Within
African Americans, an estimated 1640 IU vitamin D₃/d was
required to achieve concentrations of plasma 25(OH)D
recommended by the Institute of Medicine, whereas 4000 IU/d
was needed to reach concentrations predicted to reduce
cancer and cardiovascular disease risk in prospective
observational studies. These results may be helpful for
informing future trials of disease prevention.},
Doi = {10.3945/ajcn.113.067777},
Key = {fds250685}
}
@article{fds250689,
Author = {Mowafi, M and Khadr, Z and Kawachi, I and Subramanian, SV and Hill, A and Bennett, GG},
Title = {Socioeconomic status and obesity in Cairo, Egypt: a heavy
burden for all.},
Journal = {Journal of epidemiology and global health},
Volume = {4},
Number = {1},
Pages = {13-21},
Year = {2014},
Month = {March},
ISSN = {2210-6006},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jegh.2013.09.001},
Abstract = {Studies have generally shown a positive association between
socioeconomic status (SES) and obesity in low-income
countries, but few have tested this relationship in the
Middle East where obesity prevalence is extraordinarily high
and the nutrition profile more closely resembles developed
world contexts. The objective of this study is to examine
the SES-obesity association in Cairo, Egypt. Multinomial
regression analyses were conducted and predicted
probabilities were found for overweight and obesity status
among adult men and women in a stratified analysis. Data
were taken from the 2007 Cairo Urban Inequity Study which
collected information on 3993 individuals from 50
neighborhoods in the Cairo Governorate. Five different
measures of SES were utilized - education, household
expenditures, household assets, subjective wealth, and
father's education. No significant associations were found
between most measures of SES and overweight/obesity in this
population. Overweight and obesity are prevalent across the
SES spectrum. These findings suggest that obesity programs
and policies should be targeted at all SES groups in Cairo,
although specific mechanisms may vary by SES and should be
explored further in future studies.},
Doi = {10.1016/j.jegh.2013.09.001},
Key = {fds250689}
}
@article{fds290494,
Author = {Griffith, DM and Newton, RL and Bennett, GG},
Title = {A Systematic Review of Weight Loss, Physical Activity, and
Dietary Interventions Involving African American
Men},
Journal = {JOURNAL OF MENS HEALTH},
Volume = {11},
Number = {1},
Pages = {A32-A32},
Publisher = {MARY ANN LIEBERT, INC},
Year = {2014},
Month = {March},
ISSN = {1875-6867},
url = {http://gateway.webofknowledge.com/gateway/Gateway.cgi?GWVersion=2&SrcApp=PARTNER_APP&SrcAuth=LinksAMR&KeyUT=WOS:000334163900102&DestLinkType=FullRecord&DestApp=ALL_WOS&UsrCustomerID=47d3190e77e5a3a53558812f597b0b92},
Key = {fds290494}
}
@article{fds250678,
Author = {Chandler, PD and Scott, JB and Drake, BF and Ng, K and Manson, JE and Rifai, N and Chan, AT and Bennett, GG and Hollis, BW and Giovannucci,
EL and Emmons, KM and Fuchs, CS},
Title = {Impact of vitamin D supplementation on inflammatory markers
in African Americans: results of a four-arm, randomized,
placebo-controlled trial.},
Journal = {Cancer prevention research (Philadelphia,
Pa.)},
Volume = {7},
Number = {2},
Pages = {218-225},
Year = {2014},
Month = {February},
ISSN = {1940-6207},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1158/1940-6207.capr-13-0338-t},
Abstract = {African Americans have a disproportionate burden of
inflammation-associated chronic diseases such as cancer and
lower circulating levels of 25-hydroxyvitamin D [25(OH)D].
The effect of vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) supplementation
on inflammatory markers is uncertain. We conducted a
randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of
supplemental oral vitamin D (placebo, 1,000, 2,000, or 4,000
IU/day of vitamin D3 orally for 3 months) in 328 African
Americans (median age, 51 years) of public housing
communities in Boston, MA, who were enrolled over three
consecutive winter periods (2007-2010). Change from 0 to 3
months of plasma levels of 25(OH)D, high-sensitivity
C-reactive protein (CRP), interleukin (IL)-6, IL-10, and
soluble TNF-α receptor type 2 (sTNF-R2) in 292 (89%)
participants were measured. Overall, no statistically
significant changes in CRP, IL-6, IL-10, and sTNF-R2 were
observed after the vitamin D supplementation period.
Baseline CRP was significantly inversely associated with the
baseline 25(OH)D level (P < 0.001) in unadjusted and
adjusted models. An interaction between baseline 25(OH)D and
vitamin D supplementation was observed for outcome change in
log CRP (month 3-month 0; P for interaction = 0.04). Within
an unselected population of African Americans, short-term
exposure to vitamin D supplementation produced no change in
circulating inflammatory markers. This study confirms the
strong independent association of CRP with 25(OH)D status
even after adjusting for body mass index. Future studies of
longer supplemental vitamin D3 duration are necessary to
examine the complex influence of vitamin D3 on CRP and other
chronic inflammatory cytokines for possible reduction of
cancer health disparities in African Americans.},
Doi = {10.1158/1940-6207.capr-13-0338-t},
Key = {fds250678}
}
@article{fds250681,
Author = {Greaney, ML and Puleo, E and Bennett, GG and Haines, J and Viswanath, K and Gillman, MW and Sprunck-Harrild, K and Coeling, M and Rusinak, D and Emmons, KM},
Title = {Factors associated with choice of web or print intervention
materials in the healthy directions 2 study.},
Journal = {Health education & behavior : the official publication of
the Society for Public Health Education},
Volume = {41},
Number = {1},
Pages = {52-62},
Year = {2014},
Month = {February},
ISSN = {1090-1981},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1090198113486803},
Abstract = {<h4>Background</h4>Many U.S. adults have multiple behavioral
risk factors, and effective, scalable interventions are
needed to promote population-level health. In the health
care setting, interventions are often provided in print,
although accessible to nearly everyone, are brief (e.g.,
pamphlets), are not interactive, and can require some
logistics around distribution. Web-based interventions offer
more interactivity but may not be accessible to all. Healthy
Directions 2 was a primary care-based cluster randomized
controlled trial designed to improve five behavioral cancer
risk factors among a diverse sample of adults (n = 2,440) in
metropolitan Boston. Intervention materials were available
via print or the web. Purpose. To (a) describe the Healthy
Directions 2 study design and (b) identify baseline factors
associated with whether participants opted for print or
web-based materials.<h4>Methods</h4>Hierarchical regression
models corrected for clustering by physician were built to
examine factors associated with choice of intervention
modality.<h4>Results</h4>At baseline, just 4.0% of
participants met all behavioral recommendations. Nearly
equivalent numbers of intervention participants opted for
print and web-based materials (44.6% vs. 55.4%).
Participants choosing web-based materials were younger, and
reported having a better financial status, better perceived
health, greater computer comfort, and more frequent Internet
use (p < .05) than those opting for print. In addition,
Whites were more likely to pick web-based material than
Black participants.<h4>Conclusions</h4>Interventions
addressing multiple behaviors are needed in the primary care
setting, but they should be available in web and print
formats as nearly equal number of participants chose each
option, and there are significant differences in the
population groups using each modality.},
Doi = {10.1177/1090198113486803},
Key = {fds250681}
}
@article{fds250670,
Author = {Harley, AE and Rice, J and Walker, R and Strath, SJ and Quintiliani, LM and Bennett, GG},
Title = {Physically active, low-income African American women: an
exploration of activity maintenance in the context of
sociodemographic factors associated with
inactivity.},
Journal = {Women & health},
Volume = {54},
Number = {4},
Pages = {354-372},
Year = {2014},
Month = {January},
ISSN = {0363-0242},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/03630242.2014.896440},
Abstract = {Increasing physical activity among low-income African
American women is an important target for addressing racial
and economic disparities in chronic conditions and related
risk factors. While barriers to physical activity for women
have been examined empirically, successful strategies for
navigating those barriers among physically active,
low-income women have not been thoroughly explored. Informed
by grounded theory, we conducted in-depth individual
interviews between 2007-2010 with 14 low-income African
American women who were physically active at nationally
recommended levels for one year or more. We analyzed the
data using thematic analysis techniques. Key themes emerged
in three main categories: motivation for maintaining active
lifestyle, strategies for maintaining physical activity, and
challenges to maintaining physical activity. Important
motivations included getting or staying healthy, social
connections, and gratification. Two planning strategies
emerged: flexibility and freedom. Critical challenges
included financial constraints, physical strain and history
of sedentary relapse. The motivations, strategies and
challenges reported by low-income African American women who
successfully maintained an active lifestyle provided
important information for developing effective health
promotion strategies for their inactive and underactive
counterparts. A qualitative, asset-based approach to
physical activity research contributes rich data to bridge
the gap between epidemiological knowledge and community
health improvement.},
Doi = {10.1080/03630242.2014.896440},
Key = {fds250670}
}
@article{fds250677,
Author = {Proeschold-Bell, RJ and Swift, R and Moore, HE and Bennett, G and Li,
XF and Blouin, R and Williams, VP and Williams, RB and Toole,
D},
Title = {Corrigendum to Use of a randomized multiple baseline design:
Rationale and design of the Spirited Life holistic health
intervention study [Contemp Clin Trials 35 (2013)
138-152]},
Journal = {Contemporary Clinical Trials},
Volume = {37},
Number = {1},
Pages = {165},
Year = {2014},
Month = {January},
ISSN = {1551-7144},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.cct.2013.09.013},
Doi = {10.1016/j.cct.2013.09.013},
Key = {fds250677}
}
@article{fds250680,
Author = {Camacho-Rivera, M and Kawachi, I and Bennett, GG and Subramanian,
SV},
Title = {Perceptions of neighborhood safety and asthma among children
and adolescents in Los Angeles: a multilevel
analysis.},
Journal = {PloS one},
Volume = {9},
Number = {1},
Pages = {e87524},
Year = {2014},
Month = {January},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0087524},
Abstract = {<h4>Background</h4>Research examining the impact of
neighborhoods on asthma has shown an increased interest in
the role of the psychosocial environment. We examined the
associations between various measures of neighborhood
safety, individual and family characteristics, and asthma
outcomes among children in Los Angeles.<h4>Methods</h4>Multilevel
logistic regression models were used to analyze data on
3,114 children across 65 neighborhoods from Wave 1 of the
Los Angeles Family and Neighborhood Survey (2000 to 2002).
Primary caregivers reported asthma outcome and all
individual covariates; home environmental characteristics
were observed by the interviewer.<h4>Results</h4>In fully
adjusted models, parents who reported their neighborhood
fairly safe or somewhat dangerous had lower odds of reported
lifetime asthma compared to those who reported their
neighborhood completely safe (OR 0.71; 95% CI 0.52-0.96 and
OR 0.60; 95% CI 0.42-0.88 respectively). Conversely, parents
who reported they could not trust their neighbors to keep
their children safe had a nearly 40% increase in lifetime
asthma compared to those who reported they could trust their
neighbors to keep their children safe (OR 1.39; 95% CI
1.07-1.81).<h4>Conclusions</h4>The study demonstrates a
complex pattern between various measures of neighborhood
safety and asthma and suggests that these relationships may
operate differently in Los Angeles. As an increasing
proportion of children are growing up in newer Western and
Southwestern cities, which have different physical layouts
and residential segregation patterns compared to Northeast
and Midwestern cities, future studies should continue to
examine neighborhood psychosocial stressors and asthma in
diverse contexts.},
Doi = {10.1371/journal.pone.0087524},
Key = {fds250680}
}
@article{fds250686,
Author = {Steinberg, DM and Tate, DF and Bennett, GG and Ennett, S and Samuel-Hodge, C and Ward, DS},
Title = {Daily self-weighing and adverse psychological outcomes: a
randomized controlled trial.},
Journal = {American journal of preventive medicine},
Volume = {46},
Number = {1},
Pages = {24-29},
Year = {2014},
Month = {January},
ISSN = {1873-2607},
url = {http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24355668},
Abstract = {<h4>Background</h4>Despite evidence that daily self-weighing
is an effective strategy for weight control, concerns remain
regarding the potential for negative psychological
consequences.<h4>Purpose</h4>The goal of the study was to
examine the impact of a daily self-weighing weight-loss
intervention on relevant psychological constructs.<h4>Design</h4>A
6-month RCT.<h4>Setting/participants</h4>The study sample
(N=91) included overweight men and women in the Chapel Hill
NC area.<h4>Intervention</h4>Between February and August
2011, participants were randomly assigned to a daily
self-weighing intervention or delayed-intervention control
group. The 6-month intervention included daily self-weighing
for self-regulation of diet and exercise behaviors using an
e-scale that transmitted weights to a study website. Weekly
e-mailed lessons and tailored feedback on daily
self-weighing adherence and weight-loss progress were
provided.<h4>Main outcome measures</h4>Self-weighing
frequency was measured throughout the study using e-scales.
Weight was measured in-clinic at baseline, 3 months, and 6
months. Psychological outcomes were assessed via self-report
at the same time points.<h4>Results</h4>In 2012, using
linear mixed models and generalized estimating equation
models, there were no significant differences between groups
in depressive symptoms, anorectic cognitions, disinhibition,
susceptibility to hunger, and binge eating. At 6 months,
there was a significant group X time interaction for body
dissatisfaction (p=0.007) and dietary restraint (p<0.001),
with the intervention group reporting lower body
dissatisfaction and greater dietary restraint compared to
controls.<h4>Conclusions</h4>Results indicate that a
weight-loss intervention that focuses on daily self-weighing
does not cause adverse psychological outcomes. This suggests
that daily self-weighing is an effective and safe
weight-control strategy among overweight adults attempting
to lose weight.<h4>Trial registration</h4>This study is
registered at clinicaltrials.gov NCT01369004.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1016/j.amepre.2013.08.006},
Key = {fds250686}
}
@article{fds221852,
Author = {Bennett GG and Steinberg DM and Stoute C and Lanpher M and Lane I and Askew
S, Foley PB and Baskin ML},
Title = {Electronic health (eHealth) interventions for weight
management among racial/ethnic minority adults: a systematic
review},
Journal = {Obesity Reviews},
Year = {2013},
Month = {December},
Key = {fds221852}
}
@article{fds221831,
Author = {K Ng and JB Scott and BF Drake and AT Chan and BW Hollis and PD Chandler and GG Bennett and EL Giovannucci and E Gonzalez-Suarez and JA
Meyerhardt, KM Emmons and CS Fuchs},
Title = {Dose response to vitamin D supplementation in African
Americans: results of a 4-arm, randomized,
placebo-controlled trial.},
Journal = {The American journal of clinical nutrition},
Year = {2013},
Month = {December},
ISSN = {1938-3207},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.3945/ajcn.113.067777},
Abstract = {BACKGROUND: Association studies have suggested that lower
circulating 25-hydroxyvitamin D [25(OH)D] in African
Americans may partially underlie higher rates of
cardiovascular disease and cancer in this population.
Nonetheless, the relation between vitamin D supplementation
and 25(OH)D concentrations in African Americans remains
undefined. OBJECTIVE: Our primary objective was to determine
the dose-response relation between vitamin D and plasma
25(OH)D. METHODS: A total of 328 African Americans in
Boston, MA, were enrolled over 3 winters from 2007 to 2010
and randomly assigned to receive a placebo or 1000, 2000, or
4000 IU vitamin D3/d for 3 mo. Subjects completed
sociodemographic and dietary questionnaires, and plasma
samples were drawn at baseline and 3 and 6 mo. RESULTS:
Median plasma 25(OH)D concentrations at baseline were 15.1,
16.2, 13.9, and 15.7 ng/mL for subjects randomly assigned to
receive the placebo or 1000, 2000, or 4000 IU/d,
respectively (P = 0.63). The median plasma 25(OH)D
concentration at 3 mo differed significantly between
supplementation arms at 13.7, 29.7, 34.8, and 45.9 ng/mL,
respectively (P < 0.001). An estimated 1640 IU vitamin D3/d
was needed to raise the plasma 25(OH)D concentration to
≥20 ng/mL in ≥97.5% of participants, whereas a dose of
4000 IU/d was needed to achieve concentrations ≥33 ng/mL
in ≥80% of subjects. No significant hypercalcemia was seen
in a subset of participants. CONCLUSIONS: Within African
Americans, an estimated 1640 IU vitamin D3/d was required to
achieve concentrations of plasma 25(OH)D recommended by the
Institute of Medicine, whereas 4000 IU/d was needed to reach
concentrations predicted to reduce cancer and cardiovascular
disease risk in prospective observational studies. These
results may be helpful for informing future trials of
disease prevention. This trial was registered at
clinicaltrials.gov as NCT00585637.},
Language = {ENG},
Doi = {10.3945/ajcn.113.067777},
Key = {fds221831}
}
@article{fds221833,
Author = {PD Chandler and JB Scott and BF Drake and K Ng and JE Manson and N Rifai and AT Chan and GG Bennett and BW Hollis and EL Giovannucci and KM Emmons and CS Fuchs},
Title = {Impact of Vitamin D Supplementation on Inflammatory Markers
in African-Americans: Results of a Four-Arm, Randomized,
Placebo-Controlled Trial.},
Journal = {Cancer prevention research (Philadelphia,
Pa.)},
Year = {2013},
Month = {December},
ISSN = {1940-6215},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1158/1940-6207.CAPR-13-0338-T},
Abstract = {HASH(0xd710ad8)},
Language = {ENG},
Doi = {10.1158/1940-6207.CAPR-13-0338-T},
Key = {fds221833}
}
@article{fds250695,
Author = {Ritzwoller, DP and Glasgow, RE and Sukhanova, AY and Bennett, GG and Warner, ET and Greaney, ML and Askew, S and Goldman, J and Emmons, KM and Colditz, GA and Be Fit Be Well study investigators},
Title = {Economic analyses of the Be Fit Be Well program: a weight
loss program for community health centers.},
Journal = {Journal of general internal medicine},
Volume = {28},
Number = {12},
Pages = {1581-1588},
Year = {2013},
Month = {December},
ISSN = {0884-8734},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s11606-013-2492-3},
Abstract = {<h4>Background</h4>The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force
has released new guidelines on obesity, urging primary care
physicians to provide obese patients with intensive,
multi-component behavioral interventions. However, there are
few studies of weight loss in real world nonacademic primary
care, and even fewer in largely racial/ethnic minority,
low-income samples.<h4>Objective</h4>To evaluate the
recruitment, intervention and replications costs of a
2-year, moderate intensity weight loss and blood pressure
control intervention.<h4>Design</h4>A comprehensive cost
analysis was conducted, associated with a weight loss and
hypertension management program delivered in three community
health centers as part of a pragmatic randomized
trial.<h4>Participants</h4>Three hundred and sixty-five high
risk, low-income, inner city, minority (71 % were
Black/African American and 13 % were Hispanic) patients who
were both hypertensive and obese.<h4>Main
measures</h4>Measures included total recruitment costs and
intervention costs, cost per participant, and incremental
costs per unit reduction in weight and blood
pressure.<h4>Key results</h4>Recruitment and intervention
costs were estimated $2,359 per participant for the 2-year
program. Compared to the control intervention, the cost per
additional kilogram lost was $2,204 /kg, and for blood
pressure, $621 /mmHg. Sensitivity analyses suggest that if
the program was offered to a larger sample and minor
modifications were made, the cost per participant could be
reduced to the levels of many commercially available
products.<h4>Conclusions</h4>The costs associated with the
Be Fit Be Well program were found to be significantly more
expensive than many commercially available products, and
much higher than the amount that the Centers for Medicare
and Medicaid reimburse physicians for obesity counseling.
However, given the serious and costly health consequences
associated with obesity in high risk, multimorbid and
socioeconomically disadvantaged patients, the resources
needed to provide interventions like those described here
may still prove to be cost-effective with respect to
producing long-term behavior change.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1007/s11606-013-2492-3},
Key = {fds250695}
}
@article{fds250687,
Author = {Steinberg, DM and Levine, EL and Askew, S and Foley, P and Bennett,
GG},
Title = {Daily text messaging for weight control among racial and
ethnic minority women: randomized controlled pilot
study.},
Journal = {Journal of medical Internet research},
Volume = {15},
Number = {11},
Pages = {e244},
Year = {2013},
Month = {November},
ISSN = {1438-8871},
url = {http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24246427},
Keywords = {black women • mHealth • self-monitoring •
text messaging • weight loss},
Abstract = {<h4>Background</h4>Daily self-monitoring of diet and
physical activity behaviors is a strong predictor of weight
loss success. Text messaging holds promise as a viable
self-monitoring modality, particularly among racial/ethnic
minority populations.<h4>Objective</h4>This pilot study
evaluated the feasibility of a text messaging intervention
for weight loss among predominantly black
women.<h4>Methods</h4>Fifty obese women were randomized to
either a 6-month intervention using a fully automated system
that included daily text messages for self-monitoring
tailored behavioral goals (eg, 10,000 steps per day, no
sugary drinks) along with brief feedback and tips (n=26) or
to an education control arm (n=24). Weight was objectively
measured at baseline and at 6 months. Adherence was defined
as the proportion of text messages received in response to
self-monitoring prompts.<h4>Results</h4>The average daily
text messaging adherence rate was 49% (SD 27.9) with 85%
(22/26) texting self-monitored behavioral goals 2 or more
days per week. Approximately 70% (16/23) strongly agreed
that daily texting was easy and helpful and 76% (16/21) felt
the frequency of texting was appropriate. At 6 months, the
intervention arm lost a mean of 1.27 kg (SD 6.51), and the
control arm gained a mean of 1.14 kg (SD 2.53; mean
difference -2.41 kg, 95% CI -5.22 to 0.39; P=.09). There was
a trend toward greater text messaging adherence being
associated with greater percent weight loss (r=-.36; P=.08),
but this did not reach statistical significance. There was
no significant association between goal attainment and text
messaging adherence and no significant predictors of
adherence.<h4>Conclusions</h4>Given the increasing
penetration of mobile devices, text messaging may be a
useful self-monitoring tool for weight control, particularly
among populations most in need of intervention.<h4>Trial
registration</h4>Clinicaltrials.gov: NCT00939081;
http://clinicaltrials.gov/show/NCT00939081 (Archived by
WebCite at http://www.webcitation.org/6KiIIcnk1).},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.2196/jmir.2844},
Key = {fds250687}
}
@article{fds250693,
Author = {Bennett, GG and Foley, P and Levine, E and Whiteley, J and Askew, S and Steinberg, DM and Batch, B and Greaney, ML and Miranda, H and Wroth, TH and Holder, MG and Emmons, KM and Puleo, E},
Title = {Behavioral treatment for weight gain prevention among black
women in primary care practice: a randomized clinical
trial.},
Journal = {JAMA Intern Med},
Volume = {173},
Number = {19},
Pages = {1770-1777},
Year = {2013},
Month = {October},
ISSN = {2168-6114},
url = {http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23979005},
Keywords = {Adult • African Americans • Behavior Therapy
• Body Mass Index • Female • Humans •
Obesity • Primary Health Care • Risk Reduction
Behavior • Treatment Outcome • Weight Gain •
methods* • physiology* • prevention & control*
• psychology • psychology*},
Abstract = {IMPORTANCE: Few weight loss treatments produce clinically
meaningful weight loss outcomes among black women,
particularly in the primary care setting. New weight
management strategies are necessary for this population.
Weight gain prevention might be an effective treatment
option, with particular benefits for overweight and class 1
obese black women. OBJECTIVE: To compare changes in weight
and cardiometabolic risk during a 12-month period among
black women randomized to a primary care-based behavioral
weight gain prevention intervention, relative to usual care.
DESIGN, SETTING, AND PARTICIPANTS: Two-arm randomized
clinical trial (the Shape Program). We recruited patients
from a 6-site community health center system. We randomized
194 overweight and class 1 obese (body mass index
[calculated as weight in kilograms divided by height in
meters squared], 25-34.9) premenopausal black women aged 25
to 44 years. Enrollment began on December 7, 2009; 12- and
18-month assessments were completed in February and October
2, 2012. INTERVENTIONS: The medium-intensity intervention
included tailored behavior change goals, weekly
self-monitoring via interactive voice response, monthly
counseling calls, tailored skills training materials, and a
gym membership. MAIN OUTCOMES AND MEASURES: Twelve-month
change in weight and body mass index and maintenance of
change at 18 months. RESULTS: Participants had a mean age of
35.4 years, a mean weight of 81.1 kg, and a mean body mass
index of 30.2 at baseline. Most were socioeconomically
disadvantaged (79.7% with educational level less than a
college degree; 74.3% reporting annual income <$30,000). The
12-month weight change was larger among intervention
participants (mean [SD], -1.0 [0.5] kg), relative to usual
care (0.5 [0.5] kg; mean difference, -1.4 kg [95% CI, -2.8
to -0.1 kg]; P = .04). At month 12, 62% of intervention
participants were at or below their baseline weights
compared with 45% of usual-care participants (P = .03). By
18 months, intervention participants maintained
significantly larger changes in weight (mean difference,
-1.7 kg; 95% CI, -3.3 to -0.2 kg). CONCLUSIONS AND
RELEVANCE: A medium-intensity primary care-based behavioral
intervention demonstrated efficacy for weight gain
prevention among socioeconomically disadvantaged black
women. A "maintain, don't gain" approach might be a useful
alternative treatment for reducing obesity-associated
disease risk among some premenopausal black women. TRIAL
REGISTRATION: clinicaltrials.gov Identifier:
NCT00938535.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1001/jamainternmed.2013.9263},
Key = {fds250693}
}
@article{fds250672,
Author = {Pagoto, S and Bennett, GG},
Title = {How behavioral science can advance digital
health},
Journal = {Translational Behavioral Medicine},
Volume = {3},
Number = {3},
Pages = {271-276},
Publisher = {Oxford University Press (OUP)},
Year = {2013},
Month = {September},
ISSN = {1869-6716},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s13142-013-0234-z},
Keywords = {Digital health • Social networks •
mHealth},
Abstract = {The field of behavioral science has produced myriad data on
health behavior change strategies and leveraged such data
into effective human-delivered interventions to improve
health. Unfortunately, the impact of traditional health
behavior change interventions has been heavily constrained
by patient and provider burden, limited ability to measure
and intervene upon behavior in real time, variable
adherence, low rates of implementation, and poor third-party
coverage. Digital health technologies, including mobile
phones, sensors, and online social networks, by being
available in real time, are being explored as tools to
increase our understanding of health behavior and to enhance
the impact of behavioral interventions. The recent explosion
of industry attention to the development of novel health
technologies is exciting but has far outpaced research. This
Special Section of Translational Behavioral Medicine,
Smartphones, Sensors, and Social Networks: A New Age of
Health Behavior Change features a collection of studies that
leverage health technologies to measure, change, and/or
understand health behavior. We propose five key areas in
which behavioral science can improve the impact of digital
health technologies on public health. First, research is
needed to identify which health technologies actually impact
behavior and health outcomes. Second, we need to understand
how online social networks can be leveraged to impact health
behavior on a large scale. Third, a team science approach is
needed in the developmental process of health technologies.
Fourth, behavioral scientists should identify how a balance
can be struck between the fast pace of innovation and the
much slower pace of research. Fifth, behavioral scientists
have an integral role in informing the development of health
technologies and facilitating the movement of health
technologies into the healthcare system. © 2013 Society of
Behavioral Medicine.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1007/s13142-013-0234-z},
Key = {fds250672}
}
@article{fds250694,
Author = {Proeschold-Bell, RJ and Swift, R and Moore, HE and Bennett, G and Li,
X-F and Blouin, R and Williams, VP and Williams, RB and Toole,
D},
Title = {Use of a randomized multiple baseline design: rationale and
design of the spirited life holistic health intervention
study.},
Journal = {Contemp Clin Trials},
Volume = {35},
Number = {2},
Pages = {138-152},
Year = {2013},
Month = {July},
url = {http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23685205},
Abstract = {Clergy suffer from high rates of obesity, chronic disease,
and depression, and simultaneously underestimate the toll
these take on their daily functioning. Health interventions
are needed for clergy and may be tailored to their
occupational context and theological beliefs. Few studies
have sought to improve clergy health. No prior studies have
utilized a randomized design. Spirited Life is a randomized,
multiple baseline study that offered enrollment to nearly
all United Methodist Church clergy in North Carolina in fall
2010. A total of 1114 clergy (response rate = 64%) enrolled.
Using a multiple baseline design, we randomized participants
to three cohorts. Each cohort began the health intervention
in one of three consecutive years. The third cohort served
as a randomized waitlist control cohort, allowing
comparisons between the first and third cohorts. The
two-year Spirited Life intervention consists of: 1) a
theological underpinning for health stewardship based on
incarnation, grace, and response and delivered during
workshops; 2) the stress management program Williams
LifeSkills; 3) Naturally Slim, an online weight loss
program; 4) phone contact with a Wellness Advocate; and 5)
$500 small grants for health goals. Metabolic syndrome is
the primary endpoint. Stress and depressive severity are
secondary endpoints. We measured each construct before,
twice during, and at the end of the two-year intervention.
Study outcomes, to be published after follow-up data are
gathered, will provide evidence of the effectiveness of the
combined intervention components of Spirited Life. If
successful, the intervention may be considered for use with
other clergy and faith populations.},
Doi = {10.1016/j.cct.2013.05.005},
Key = {fds250694}
}
@article{fds250702,
Author = {Corsino, L and Lin, P-H and Batch, BC and Intille, S and Grambow, SC and Bosworth, HB and Bennett, GG and Tyson, C and Svetkey, LP and Voils,
CI},
Title = {Recruiting young adults into a weight loss trial: report of
protocol development and recruitment results.},
Journal = {Contemp Clin Trials},
Volume = {35},
Number = {2},
Pages = {1-7},
Year = {2013},
Month = {July},
ISSN = {1559-2030},
url = {http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23591327},
Keywords = {Adults • Methods • Obesity • Recruitment
• Trial • Young},
Abstract = {Obesity has spread to all segments of the U.S. population.
Young adults, aged 18-35 years, are rarely represented in
clinical weight loss trials. We conducted a qualitative
study to identify factors that may facilitate recruitment of
young adults into a weight loss intervention trial.
Participants were 33 adults aged 18-35 years with BMI ≥25
kg/m(2). Six group discussions were conducted using the
nominal group technique. Health, social image, and "self"
factors such as emotions, self-esteem, and confidence were
reported as reasons to pursue weight loss. Physical
activity, dietary intake, social support, medical
intervention, and taking control (e.g. being motivated) were
perceived as the best weight loss strategies. Incentives,
positive outcomes, education, convenience, and social
support were endorsed as reasons young adults would consider
participating in a weight loss study. Incentives,
advertisement, emphasizing benefits, and convenience were
endorsed as ways to recruit young adults. These results
informed the Cellphone Intervention for You (CITY) marketing
and advertising, including message framing and advertising
avenues. Implications for recruitment methods are
discussed.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1016/j.cct.2013.04.002},
Key = {fds250702}
}
@article{fds250697,
Author = {Glasgow, RE and Askew, S and Purcell, P and Levine, E and Warner, ET and Stange, KC and Colditz, GA and Bennett, GG},
Title = {Use of RE-AIM to Address Health Inequities: Application in a
low-income community health center based weight loss and
hypertension self-management program.},
Journal = {Translational behavioral medicine},
Volume = {3},
Number = {2},
Pages = {200-210},
Year = {2013},
Month = {June},
ISSN = {1869-6716},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s13142-013-0201-8},
Keywords = {RE-AIM • Weight-loss • health disparities •
implementation science • low-income • pragmatic
trial},
Abstract = {<h4>Background</h4>While health inequities are well
documented, and there are helpful frameworks to understand
health disparities, implementation frameworks are also
needed to focus the design, evaluation and reporting on
interventions targeting populations at increased
risk.<h4>Purpose</h4>Describe how the RE-AIM framework
(Reach, Effectiveness, Adoption, Implementation, and
Maintenance) can be used for these purposes and illustrate
its application in the context of a randomized, pragmatic
weight-loss and hypertension self-management
intervention.<h4>Methods</h4>RE-AIM was used to both plan
and evaluate the Be Fit Be Well program for urban community
health center patients.<h4>Results</h4>The RE-AIM framework
helped to focus attention on and produce high rates of
adoption and reach. Implementation rates varied across
components. Weight losses were statistically significant,
but not clinically significant. They were robust across a
variety of patient characteristics, and the program was
relatively low cost. Individual weight losses and blood
pressure reductions were maintained throughout the 24-month
period, but the program was not sustained at any of the
three settings.<h4>Conclusion</h4>Implementation frameworks
such as RE-AIM can help design pragmatic interventions that
focus on both the context for disparities reduction and the
ultimate goal of public health impact.},
Language = {ENG},
Doi = {10.1007/s13142-013-0201-8},
Key = {fds250697}
}
@article{fds221843,
Author = {ML Greaney and E Puleo and GG Bennett and J Haines and K Viswanath and MW
Gillman, K Sprunck-Harrild and M Coeling and D Rusinak and KM
Emmons},
Title = {Factors Associated With Choice of Web or Print Intervention
Materials in the Healthy Directions 2 Study.},
Journal = {Health education & behavior : the official publication of
the Society for Public Health Education},
Year = {2013},
Month = {May},
ISSN = {1552-6127},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1090198113486803},
Keywords = {computer-based health education • health promotion
• multiple risk behaviors • multiple risk factor
interventions • print intervention},
Abstract = {Background. Many U.S. adults have multiple behavioral risk
factors, and effective, scalable interventions are needed to
promote population-level health. In the health care setting,
interventions are often provided in print, although
accessible to nearly everyone, are brief (e.g., pamphlets),
are not interactive, and can require some logistics around
distribution. Web-based interventions offer more
interactivity but may not be accessible to all. Healthy
Directions 2 was a primary care-based cluster randomized
controlled trial designed to improve five behavioral cancer
risk factors among a diverse sample of adults (n = 2,440) in
metropolitan Boston. Intervention materials were available
via print or the web. Purpose. To (a) describe the Healthy
Directions 2 study design and (b) identify baseline factors
associated with whether participants opted for print or
web-based materials. Methods. Hierarchical regression models
corrected for clustering by physician were built to examine
factors associated with choice of intervention modality.
Results. At baseline, just 4.0% of participants met all
behavioral recommendations. Nearly equivalent numbers of
intervention participants opted for print and web-based
materials (44.6% vs. 55.4%). Participants choosing web-based
materials were younger, and reported having a better
financial status, better perceived health, greater computer
comfort, and more frequent Internet use (p < .05) than those
opting for print. In addition, Whites were more likely to
pick web-based material than Black participants.
Conclusions. Interventions addressing multiple behaviors are
needed in the primary care setting, but they should be
available in web and print formats as nearly equal number of
participants chose each option, and there are significant
differences in the population groups using each
modality.},
Language = {ENG},
Doi = {10.1177/1090198113486803},
Key = {fds221843}
}
@article{fds221849,
Author = {JP Forman and JB Scott and K Ng and BF Drake and EG Suarez and DL Hayden and GG Bennett and PD Chandler and BW Hollis and KM Emmons and EL
Giovannucci, CS Fuchs and AT Chan},
Title = {Effect of vitamin D supplementation on blood pressure in
blacks.},
Journal = {Hypertension},
Volume = {61},
Number = {4},
Pages = {779-85},
Year = {2013},
Month = {April},
ISSN = {1524-4563},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1161/HYPERTENSIONAHA.111.00659},
Keywords = {Administration, Oral • African Americans* • Blood
Pressure • Cholecalciferol • Dietary Supplements*
• Dose-Response Relationship, Drug • Double-Blind
Method • Follow-Up Studies • Humans •
Hypertension • Massachusetts • Prevalence •
Prospective Studies • Treatment Outcome • Vitamins
• administration & dosage • administration &
dosage* • drug effects* • drug therapy* •
epidemiology • ethnology • physiology},
Abstract = {Blacks have significantly higher rates of hypertension than
whites, and lower circulating levels of 25-hydroxyvitamin D.
There are few data about the effect of vitamin D3
(cholecalciferol) supplementation on blood pressure in
blacks. During 2 winters from 2008 to 2010, 283 blacks
(median age, 51 years) were randomized into a 4-arm,
double-blind trial for 3 months of placebo, 1000, 2000, or
4000 international units of cholecalciferol per day. At
baseline, 3 months, and 6 months, systolic and diastolic
pressure and 25-hydroxyvitamin D were measured. The 3-month
follow-up was completed in 250 (88%) participants. The
difference in systolic pressure between baseline and 3
months was +1.7 mm Hg for those receiving placebo, -0.66 mm
Hg for 1000 U/d, -3.4 mm Hg for 2000 U/d, and -4.0 mm Hg for
4000 U/d of cholecalciferol (-1.4 mm Hg for each additional
1000 U/d of cholecalciferol; P=0.04). For each 1-ng/mL
increase in plasma 25-hydroxyvitamin D, there was a
significant 0.2-mm Hg reduction in systolic pressure
(P=0.02). There was no effect of cholecalciferol
supplementation on diastolic pressure (P=0.37). Within an
unselected population of blacks, 3 months of oral vitamin D3
supplementation significantly, yet modestly, lowered
systolic pressure. Future trials of vitamin D
supplementation on blood pressure are needed to confirm
these promising results, particularly among blacks, a
population for whom vitamin D deficiency may play a more
specific mechanistic role in the pathogenesis of
hypertension.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1161/HYPERTENSIONAHA.111.00659},
Key = {fds221849}
}
@article{fds250701,
Author = {Forman, JP and Scott, JB and Ng, K and Drake, BF and Suarez, EG and Hayden,
DL and Bennett, GG and Chandler, PD and Hollis, BW and Emmons, KM and Giovannucci, EL and Fuchs, CS and Chan, AT},
Title = {Effect of vitamin D supplementation on blood pressure in
blacks.},
Journal = {Hypertension (Dallas, Tex. : 1979)},
Volume = {61},
Number = {4},
Pages = {779-785},
Year = {2013},
Month = {April},
ISSN = {0194-911X},
url = {http://gateway.webofknowledge.com/gateway/Gateway.cgi?GWVersion=2&SrcApp=PARTNER_APP&SrcAuth=LinksAMR&KeyUT=WOS:000316112800019&DestLinkType=FullRecord&DestApp=ALL_WOS&UsrCustomerID=47d3190e77e5a3a53558812f597b0b92},
Keywords = {Administration, Oral • African Americans* • Blood
Pressure • Cholecalciferol • Dietary Supplements*
• Dose-Response Relationship, Drug • Double-Blind
Method • Follow-Up Studies • Humans •
Hypertension • Massachusetts • Prevalence •
Prospective Studies • Treatment Outcome • Vitamins
• administration & dosage • administration &
dosage* • drug effects* • drug therapy* •
epidemiology • ethnology • physiology},
Abstract = {Blacks have significantly higher rates of hypertension than
whites, and lower circulating levels of 25-hydroxyvitamin D.
There are few data about the effect of vitamin D3
(cholecalciferol) supplementation on blood pressure in
blacks. During 2 winters from 2008 to 2010, 283 blacks
(median age, 51 years) were randomized into a 4-arm,
double-blind trial for 3 months of placebo, 1000, 2000, or
4000 international units of cholecalciferol per day. At
baseline, 3 months, and 6 months, systolic and diastolic
pressure and 25-hydroxyvitamin D were measured. The 3-month
follow-up was completed in 250 (88%) participants. The
difference in systolic pressure between baseline and 3
months was +1.7 mm Hg for those receiving placebo, -0.66 mm
Hg for 1000 U/d, -3.4 mm Hg for 2000 U/d, and -4.0 mm Hg for
4000 U/d of cholecalciferol (-1.4 mm Hg for each additional
1000 U/d of cholecalciferol; P=0.04). For each 1-ng/mL
increase in plasma 25-hydroxyvitamin D, there was a
significant 0.2-mm Hg reduction in systolic pressure
(P=0.02). There was no effect of cholecalciferol
supplementation on diastolic pressure (P=0.37). Within an
unselected population of blacks, 3 months of oral vitamin D3
supplementation significantly, yet modestly, lowered
systolic pressure. Future trials of vitamin D
supplementation on blood pressure are needed to confirm
these promising results, particularly among blacks, a
population for whom vitamin D deficiency may play a more
specific mechanistic role in the pathogenesis of
hypertension.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1161/hypertensionaha.111.00659},
Key = {fds250701}
}
@article{fds250699,
Author = {Warner, ET and Glasgow, RE and Emmons, KM and Bennett, GG and Askew, S and Rosner, B and Colditz, GA},
Title = {Recruitment and retention of participants in a pragmatic
randomized intervention trial at three community health
clinics: results and lessons learned.},
Journal = {BMC public health},
Volume = {13},
Pages = {192},
Year = {2013},
Month = {March},
ISSN = {1471-2458},
url = {http://gateway.webofknowledge.com/gateway/Gateway.cgi?GWVersion=2&SrcApp=PARTNER_APP&SrcAuth=LinksAMR&KeyUT=WOS:000317123500002&DestLinkType=FullRecord&DestApp=ALL_WOS&UsrCustomerID=47d3190e77e5a3a53558812f597b0b92},
Keywords = {African Americans • Aged • Boston • Community
Health Centers • Female • Follow-Up Studies •
Hispanic Americans • Humans • Hypertension •
Male • Middle Aged • Obesity • Patient
Participation • Patient Selection* • Poverty
• Program Evaluation • Time Factors • Weight
Reduction Programs • ethnology • organization &
administration* • prevention & control* •
statistics & numerical data • statistics & numerical
data* • utilization*},
Abstract = {<h4>Background</h4>Obesity and hypertension and their
associated health complications disproportionately affect
communities of color and people of lower socioeconomic
status. Recruitment and retention of these populations in
research trials, and retention in weight loss trials has
been an ongoing challenge.<h4>Methods</h4>Be Fit, Be Well
was a pragmatic randomized weight loss and hypertension
management trial of patients attending one of three
community health centers in Boston, Massachusetts.
Participants were asked to complete follow-up assessments
every 6-months for two years. We describe challenges
encountered and strategies implemented to recruit and retain
trial participants over the 24-month intervention. We also
identify baseline participant characteristics associated
with retention status. Retention strategies included
financial incentives, contact between assessment visits,
building relationships with health center primary care
providers (PCPs) and staff, and putting participant
convenience first.<h4>Results</h4>Active refusal rates were
low with 130 of 2,631 patients refusing participation
(4.9%). Of 474 eligible persons completing telephone
screening, 365 (77.0%) completed their baseline visit and
were randomized into the study. The study population was
predominantly non-Hispanic Black (71.2%), female (68.5%) and
reported annual household income of less than $35,000
(70.1%). Recruitment strategies included use of passive
approval of potential participants by PCPs, use of part-time
staff, and outsourcing calls to a call center. A total of
314 (86.0%) people completed the 24-month visit. Retention
levels varied across study visits and intervention
condition. Most participants completed three or more visits
(69.6%), with 205 (56.2%) completing all four. At 24-months,
lower retention was observed for males and the intervention
condition. Retention strategies included building strong
relationships with clinic staff, flexibility in overcoming
participant barriers through use of taxi vouchers, night and
weekend appointments, and keeping participants engaged via
newsletters and social gatherings.<h4>Conclusion</h4>We were
able to retain 86.0% of participants at 24-months.
Recruitment and retention of high percentages of
racial/ethnic minorities and lower income samples is
possible with planning, coordination with a trusted
community setting and staff (e.g. community health centers
and RAs), adaptability and building strong
relationships.<h4>Trial registration</h4>Clinicaltrials.gov
Identifier: NCT00661817.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1186/1471-2458-13-192},
Key = {fds250699}
}
@article{fds250700,
Author = {Whitt-Glover, MC and Bennett, G and Sallis, JF},
Title = {Introduction to the Active Living Research Supplement:
Disparities in environments and policies that support active
living.},
Journal = {Annals of behavioral medicine : a publication of the Society
of Behavioral Medicine},
Volume = {45 Suppl 1},
Pages = {S1-S5},
Year = {2013},
Month = {February},
ISSN = {0883-6612},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s12160-012-9456-4},
Doi = {10.1007/s12160-012-9456-4},
Key = {fds250700}
}
@article{fds250690,
Author = {Krieger, N and Waterman, PD and Kosheleva, A and Chen, JT and Smith, KW and Carney, DR and Bennett, GG and Williams, DR and Thornhill, G and Freeman, ER},
Title = {Racial discrimination & cardiovascular disease risk: my body
my story study of 1005 US-born black and white community
health center participants (US).},
Journal = {PloS one},
Volume = {8},
Number = {10},
Pages = {e77174},
Year = {2013},
Month = {January},
ISSN = {1932-6203},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0077174},
Abstract = {<h4>Objectives</h4>To date, limited and inconsistent
evidence exists regarding racial discrimination and risk of
cardiovascular disease (CVD).<h4>Methods</h4>Cross-sectional
observational study of 1005 US-born non-Hispanic black (n =
504) and white (n = 501) participants age 35-64 randomly
selected from community health centers in Boston, MA
(2008-2010; 82.4% response rate), using 3 racial
discrimination measures: explicit self-report; implicit
association test (IAT, a time reaction test for self and
group as target vs. perpetrator of discrimination); and
structural (Jim Crow status of state of birth, i.e. legal
racial discrimination prior 1964).<h4>Results</h4>Black and
white participants both had adverse cardiovascular and
socioeconomic profiles, with black participants most highly
exposed to racial discrimination. Positive crude
associations among black participants occurred for Jim Crow
birthplace and hypertension (odds ratio (OR) 1.92, 95%
confidence interval (CI) 1.28, 2.89) and for explicit
self-report and the Framingham 10 year CVD risk score (beta
= 0.04; 95% CI 0.01, 0.07); among white participants, only
negative crude associations existed (for IAT for self, for
lower systolic blood pressure (SBP; beta = -4.86; 95% CI
-9.08, -0.64) and lower Framingham CVD score (beta = -0.36,
95% CI -0.63, -0.08)). All of these associations were
attenuated and all but the white IAT-Framingham risk score
association were rendered null in analyses that controlled
for lifetime socioeconomic position and additional
covariates. Controlling for racial discrimination,
socioeconomic position, and other covariates did not
attenuate the crude black excess risk for SBP and
hypertension and left unaffected the null excess risk for
the Framingham CVD score.<h4>Conclusion</h4>Despite worse
exposures among the black participants, racial
discrimination and socioeconomic position were not
associated, in multivariable analyses, with risk of CVD. We
interpret results in relation to constrained variability of
exposures and outcomes and discuss implications for valid
research on social determinants of health.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1371/journal.pone.0077174},
Key = {fds250690}
}
@article{fds250692,
Author = {Bennett, GG and Steinberg, DM and Lanpher, MG and Askew, S and Lane, IB and Levine, EL and Goodman, MS and Foley, PB},
Title = {Availability of and ease of access to calorie information on
restaurant websites.},
Journal = {PloS one},
Volume = {8},
Number = {8},
Pages = {e72009},
Year = {2013},
Month = {January},
url = {http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23977193},
Abstract = {<h4>Objective</h4>Offering calories on restaurant websites
might be particularly important for consumer meal planning,
but the availability of and ease of accessing this
information are unknown.<h4>Methods</h4>We assessed websites
for the top 100 U.S. chain restaurants to determine the
availability of and ease of access to calorie information as
well as website design characteristics. We also examined
potential predictors of calorie availability and ease of
access.<h4>Results</h4>Eighty-two percent of restaurants
provided calorie information on their websites; 25%
presented calories on a mobile-formatted website. On
average, calories could be accessed in 2.35±0.99 clicks.
About half of sites (51.2%) linked to calorie information
via the homepage. Fewer than half had a separate section
identifying healthful options (46.3%), or utilized
interactive meal planning tools (35.4%). Quick service/fast
casual, larger restaurants, and those with less expensive
entrées and lower revenue were more likely to make calorie
information available. There were no predictors of ease of
access.<h4>Conclusion</h4>Calorie information is both
available and largely accessible on the websites of
America's leading restaurants. It is unclear whether
consumer behavior is affected by the variability in the
presentation of calorie information.},
Doi = {10.1371/journal.pone.0072009},
Key = {fds250692}
}
@article{fds250727,
Author = {Napolitano, MA and Hayes, S and Bennett, GG and Ives, AK and Foster,
GD},
Title = {Using Facebook and text messaging to deliver a weight loss
program to college students.},
Journal = {Obesity (Silver Spring, Md.)},
Volume = {21},
Number = {1},
Pages = {25-31},
Year = {2013},
Month = {January},
ISSN = {1930-7381},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/oby.20232},
Keywords = {Adolescent • African Continental Ancestry Group •
Asian Americans • Body Mass Index • Boston •
Continental Population Groups • Environment Design
• European Continental Ancestry Group • Female
• Hispanic Americans • Humans • Least-Squares
Analysis • Male • Regression Analysis •
Residence Characteristics • Urban Population •
epidemiology • statistics & numerical data •
statistics & numerical data*},
Abstract = {<h4>Objective</h4>Between 31 and 35% of the college-aged
population is overweight or obese, yet few weight loss
trials for this population have been conducted. This study
examined the feasibility, acceptability, and initial
efficacy of a technology-based 8-week weight loss
intervention among college students.<h4>Design and
methods</h4>Students (N = 52) were randomly assigned to one
of the three arms: Facebook (n = 17); Facebook Plus text
messaging and personalized feedback (n = 18); Waiting List
control (n = 17), with assessments at 4 weeks and 8 weeks
(post-treatment). Participants were 20.47 ± 2.19 years old,
86.45 ± 17.11 kg, with a body mass index of 31.36 ± 5.3
kg/m(2) . Participants were primarily female (86.5%), and
the sample was racially diverse (57.7% Caucasian, 30.8%
African American, 5.8% Hispanic, and 5.7% other
races).<h4>Results</h4>The primary outcome was weight loss
after 8 weeks (post-treatment); 96.0% of the participants
completed this assessment. At 8 weeks, the Facebook Plus
group had significantly greater weight loss (-2.4 ± 2.5 kg)
than the Facebook (-0.63 ± 2.4 kg) and Waiting List (-0.24
± 2.6 kg) (both Ps < 0.05). Weight change at 8 weeks was
not significantly different between the Facebook and Waiting
List groups.<h4>Conclusions</h4>Results show preliminary
efficacy and acceptability of the two active intervention
arms (97.0% found the program helpful, 81.3% found the
videos/handouts helpful, and 100% would recommend the
program to others). Results indicate the potential for an
innovative weight loss intervention that uses technology
platforms (Facebook and text messaging) that are frequently
used and already integrated into the cultural life of
college students.},
Language = {ENG},
Doi = {10.1002/oby.20232},
Key = {fds250727}
}
@article{fds250688,
Author = {Proeschold-Bell, RJ and Swift, R and Moore, HE and Bennett, G and Li,
X-F and Blouin, R and Williams, VP and Williams Jr and RB and Toole,
D},
Title = {Corrigendum to "Use of a randomized multiple baseline
design: Rationale and design of the Spirited Life holistic
health intervention study" [Contemp Clin Trials 35 (2013)
138-152] (DOI:10.1016/j.cct.2013.05.005)},
Journal = {Contemporary Clinical Trials},
Volume = {37},
Number = {1},
Pages = {165-165},
Publisher = {Elsevier BV},
Year = {2013},
ISSN = {1551-7144},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.cct.2013.09.013},
Doi = {10.1016/j.cct.2013.09.013},
Key = {fds250688}
}
@article{fds250698,
Author = {Napolitano, MA and Hayes, S and Bennett, GG and Ives, AK and Foster,
GD},
Title = {Using facebook and text messaging to deliver a weight loss
program to college students},
Journal = {Obesity},
Volume = {21},
Number = {1},
Pages = {25-31},
Publisher = {WILEY},
Year = {2013},
ISSN = {1930-7381},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1038/oby.2012.107},
Keywords = {Adolescent • Adult • Counseling • Female
• Humans • Male • Obesity • Patient
Satisfaction • Social Media* • Students •
Text Messaging* • Treatment Outcome • Universities
• Weight Loss* • Weight Reduction Programs •
Young Adult • methods* • therapy*},
Abstract = {Objective: Between 31 and 35% of the college-aged population
is overweight or obese, yet few weight loss trials for this
population have been conducted. This study examined the
feasibility, acceptability, and initial efficacy of a
technology-based 8-week weight loss intervention among
college students. Design and Methods: Students (N = 52) were
randomly assigned to one of the three arms: Facebook (n =
17); Facebook Plus text messaging and personalized feedback
(n = 18); Waiting List control (n = 17), with assessments at
4 weeks and 8 weeks (post-treatment). Participants were
20.47 ± 2.19 years old, 86.45 ± 17.11 kg, with a body mass
index of 31.36 ± 5.3 kg/m2. Participants were primarily
female (86.5%), and the sample was racially diverse (57.7%
Caucasian, 30.8% African American, 5.8% Hispanic, and 5.7%
other races). Results: The primary outcome was weight loss
after 8 weeks (post-treatment); 96.0% of the participants
completed this assessment. At 8 weeks, the Facebook Plus
group had significantly greater weight loss (-2.4 ± 2.5 kg)
than the Facebook (-0.63 ± 2.4 kg) and Waiting List (-0.24
± 2.6 kg) (both Ps < 0.05). Weight change at 8 weeks was
not significantly different between the Facebook and Waiting
List groups. Conclusions: Results show preliminary efficacy
and acceptability of the two active intervention arms (97.0%
found the program helpful, 81.3% found the videos/handouts
helpful, and 100% would recommend the program to others).
Results indicate the potential for an innovative weight loss
intervention that uses technology platforms (Facebook and
text messaging) that are frequently used and already
integrated into the cultural life of college
students.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1038/oby.2012.107},
Key = {fds250698}
}
@article{fds250703,
Author = {Steinberg, DM and Tate, DF and Bennett, GG and Ennett, S and Samuel-Hodge, C and Ward, DS},
Title = {The efficacy of a daily self-weighing weight loss
intervention using smart scales and e-mail},
Journal = {Obesity},
Volume = {21},
Number = {9},
Pages = {1789-1797},
Year = {2013},
ISSN = {1930-7381},
url = {http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23512320},
Abstract = {Objective To examine the impact of a weight loss
intervention that focused on daily self-weighing for
self-monitoring as compared to a delayed control group among
91 overweight adults. Design and Methods The 6-month
intervention included a cellular-connected "smart" scale for
daily weighing, web-based weight loss graph, and weekly
e-mails with tailored feedback and lessons. An objective
measure of self-weighing frequency was obtained. Weight was
measured in clinic at 3 and 6 months. Caloric intake and
expenditure, and perceptions of daily self-weighing were
also measured. Results Using intent-to-treat analyses, the
intervention group lost significantly more weight compared
to the control group [mean (95% CI); 3 months: -4.41% (-5.5,
-3.3) vs. -0.37% (-1.5, 0.76); 6 months: -6.55% (-7.7, -5.4)
vs. -0.35% (-1.5, 0.79); group × time interaction: P <
0.001] and a greater percentage achieved 5% (42.6% vs. 6.8%;
P < 0.0001) and 10% (27.7% vs. 0%; P < 0.0001) weight
loss. On average, the intervention group self-weighed more
days/week (6.1 ± 1.1 vs. 1.1 ± 1.5; P < 0.0001) and
consumed fewer calories/day compared to the control group
[mean (95% CI); 6 months: 1,509 (1,291, 1,728) vs. 1,856
(1,637, 2,074); group × time interaction: P = 0.006]. Among
intervention participants, daily self-weighing was perceived
positively. Conclusions These results indicate that an
intervention focusing on daily self-weighing can produce
clinically significant weight loss. Copyright © 2013 The
Obesity Society.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1002/oby.20396},
Key = {fds250703}
}
@article{fds250721,
Author = {Bennett, GG},
Title = {Connecting eHealth with 2-1-1 to reduce health
disparities.},
Journal = {American journal of preventive medicine},
Volume = {43},
Number = {6 Suppl 5},
Pages = {S509-S511},
Year = {2012},
Month = {December},
ISSN = {1873-2607},
url = {http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23157773},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1016/j.amepre.2012.09.022},
Key = {fds250721}
}
@article{fds250723,
Author = {Lewis, KH and Gillman, MW and Greaney, ML and Puleo, E and Bennett, GG and Emmons, KM},
Title = {Relationships between social resources and healthful
behaviors across the age spectrum},
Journal = {Journal of Aging Research},
Volume = {2012},
Pages = {1-8},
Publisher = {Hindawi Limited},
Year = {2012},
Month = {October},
ISSN = {2090-2204},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2012/501072},
Abstract = {Background. We examined cross-sectional relationships of
social resources with health behaviors in adults ages 1893
years. Methods. Baseline data from a 2009 risk behavior
intervention trial were used to measure social resources,
physical activity, and fruit and vegetable intake in 2,440
adults. To evaluate associations overall and within 4 age
groups (1834, 3549, 5064, and 6593 y), we used multivariable
regression. Results. Mean (SD) age was 49.4 (15) years,
physical activity was 346 (304) minutes/week, and fruit and
vegetable intake was 3.4 (2.4) servings/day. Mean social
resource score was 1.2 (04 scale) in 1834 year olds, 1.1 in
all other age groups (P = 0.04). In multivariable models,
for each one-point increment in social resource score, the
odds ratio for getting 150959 minutes of physical
activity/wk (compared to 150 min/wk) was 3.7 (95 CI 3.04.6).
Each one-point increment in score was also associated with
29 (95 CI: 2335) more servings of fruit and vegetables. We
did not observe effect modification by age group.
Conclusions. Although younger adults reported slightly
higher resources than older adults, the magnitude of
association between social resources and healthful behaviors
did not differ between them. © 2012 Kristina H. Lewis et
al.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1155/2012/501072},
Key = {fds250723}
}
@article{fds250724,
Author = {Slopen, N and Dutra, LM and Williams, DR and Mujahid, MS and Lewis, TT and Bennett, GG and Ryff, CD and Albert, MA},
Title = {Psychosocial stressors and cigarette smoking among African
American adults in midlife.},
Journal = {Nicotine & tobacco research : official journal of the
Society for Research on Nicotine and Tobacco},
Volume = {14},
Number = {10},
Pages = {1161-1169},
Year = {2012},
Month = {October},
ISSN = {1462-2203},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/ntr/nts011},
Keywords = {Actigraphy • Adult • Body Mass Index •
Exercise* • Female • Humans • Male •
Middle Aged • Obesity • Questionnaires •
Reproducibility of Results • Self Report • United
States • Young Adult • epidemiology •
physiopathology • standards • standards*},
Abstract = {<h4>Introduction</h4>Psychosocial stress is a significant
risk factor for smoking, and Blacks experience higher levels
of psychosocial stress relative to other racial/ethnic
groups. Limited research has comprehensively examined
psychosocial stressors in relation to smoking among
Blacks.<h4>Methods</h4>We examined psychosocial stressors in
relation to smoking status (current, previous, and never) in
middle-aged Blacks (34-85 years, n = 592) from Milwaukee,
Wisconsin, a subset of the Midlife in the United States
Study II (2004-2006). Eleven stressor domains were assessed,
including psychological and physical work stress,
work-family conflict, perceived inequality, relationship
stress, neighborhood stress, discrimination, financial
stress, recent problems, stressful events, and childhood
adversity. We also calculated a cumulative score.
Multinomial models were adjusted for age, gender, education,
and income.<h4>Results</h4>Seven of the 11 stressors and the
cumulative score were associated with higher odds of being a
current smoker compared with a never-smoker: neighborhood,
financial, relationship, and psychological work stress,
perceived inequality, stressful events, childhood adversity
(p values <.05; ORs ranged from 1.28 to 1.77). Three
stressors and the cumulative score were associated with
higher odds of being a previous smoker versus a never-smoker
(p < .05). Individuals who scored in the top quartile on 5
or more stressors were 3.74 (95% CI = 2.09-6.71) times as
likely to be current smokers, and more than twice as likely
to be previous smokers, compared with individuals with no
high stressors.<h4>Conclusions</h4>These results demonstrate
a strong relationship between stress and smoking among urban
middle-aged Blacks and suggest that cessation programs
should address modifiable individual and community-level
stressors.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1093/ntr/nts011},
Key = {fds250724}
}
@article{fds324096,
Author = {Emmons, KM and Puleo, E and Viswanath, V and Gillman, MW and Bennett,
GG and Haines, J and Sprunck-Harrild, K and Greaney,
M},
Title = {COMPARATIVE EFFECTIVENESS OF HEALTHY DIRECTIONS-2, A
MULTIPLE RISK FACTOR INTERVENTION FOR PRIMARY CARE
SETTINGS},
Journal = {INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL MEDICINE},
Volume = {19},
Pages = {S83-S84},
Publisher = {SPRINGER},
Year = {2012},
Month = {September},
Key = {fds324096}
}
@article{fds250720,
Author = {McNeill, LH and Stoddard, A and Bennett, GG and Wolin, KY and Sorensen,
GG},
Title = {Influence of individual and social contextual factors on
changes in leisure-time physical activity in working-class
populations: results of the Healthy Directions-Small
Businesses Study.},
Journal = {Cancer causes & control : CCC},
Volume = {23},
Number = {9},
Pages = {1475-1487},
Year = {2012},
Month = {September},
ISSN = {0957-5243},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10552-012-0021-z},
Keywords = {Adult • Aged • Aged, 80 and over • Boston
• Electronic Mail • Female • Health Behavior*
• Humans • Internet* • Male • Middle
Aged • Neoplasms • Risk Reduction Behavior •
Self Care* • Telephone • Young Adult •
prevention & control},
Abstract = {<h4>Background</h4>As part of the Harvard Cancer Prevention
Program Project, we sought to address disparities reflected
in social class and race/ethnicity by developing and testing
a behavioral intervention model that targeted fruit and
vegetable consumption, red meat consumption, multivitamin
intake, and physical activity in working-class, multiethnic
populations.<h4>Methods</h4>This paper examined the
associations between change in leisure-time physical
activity and individual and social contextual factors in
participants employed in small businesses (n = 850) at
both baseline and at 18-month final.<h4>Results</h4>In
bivariate analyses, age, language acculturation, social
ties, and workplace social capital were significantly
associated with physical activity at final. In multivariable
analyses, being younger and having high language
acculturation were significantly associated with greater
leisure-time physical activity at final; high workplace
social capital was significantly associated with a decline
in physical activity at final.<h4>Conclusion</h4>These
findings have implications for understanding factors that
are integral to promoting change in physical activity among
working-class, multiethnic populations.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1007/s10552-012-0021-z},
Key = {fds250720}
}
@article{fds250729,
Author = {Greaney, ML and Puleo, E and Sprunck-Harrild, K and Bennett, GG and Cunningham, MA and Gillman, MW and Coeling, M and Emmons,
KM},
Title = {Electronic reminders for cancer prevention: factors
associated with preference for automated voice reminders or
text messages.},
Journal = {Preventive medicine},
Volume = {55},
Number = {2},
Pages = {151-154},
Year = {2012},
Month = {August},
ISSN = {0091-7435},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ypmed.2012.05.014},
Keywords = {Adolescent • Adult • Attitude to Computers •
Body Mass Index • Boston • Cluster Analysis •
Female • Health Behavior • Health Status •
Humans • Male • Middle Aged • Neoplasms
• Patient Preference • Preventive Health Services
• Questionnaires • Reminder Systems • Risk
Factors • Socioeconomic Factors • Speech
Recognition Software* • Text Messaging* •
User-Computer Interface* • economics • methods*
• prevention & control* • psychology* •
statistics & numerical data • utilization •
utilization*},
Abstract = {<h4>Objective</h4>Prompting may promote engagement with
behavior change interventions. Prompts can be delivered
inexpensively via automated voice response (AVR) reminders
or short message service (SMS) text messages. We examined
the association between participants' characteristics and
preferred reminder modality.<h4>Methods</h4>Healthy
Directions 2 is a cluster randomized controlled trial
implemented in Boston, Massachusetts to promote change in
multiple behavioral cancer risk factors. At baseline (2009),
participants completed a survey assessing
socio-demographics, health status, height/weight, and
factors associated with technology. One-third of
participants randomized to receive the intervention (n=598)
were randomized to receive automated reminders, with
participants selecting modality.<h4>Results</h4>28%
(167/598) of participants selected SMS reminders.
Controlling for clustering by primary care provider, younger
participants (OR=0.97, 95% CI=(0.95, 0.99), p<0.01), those
most comfortable with computers (very uncomfortable OR=0.54,
95% CI=(0.29, 1.01), p≤0.05: referent group = very
comfortable), and those who frequently sent/received text
messages (never OR=0.09 CI=(0.04, 0.16) p<0.01; 1-3
times/month OR=0.38, 95% CI=(0.15, 0.93) p=0.04: referent
group=1-5 times/week) were more likely to choose
SMS.<h4>Conclusions</h4>Interventions should make both
modalities available to ensure that more participants can
benefit from prompting. Studies examining the effect of
automated reminders may have reduced effectiveness or
generalizability if they employ only one
modality.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1016/j.ypmed.2012.05.014},
Key = {fds250729}
}
@article{fds250731,
Author = {Greaney, ML and Sprunck-Harrild, K and Bennett, GG and Puleo, E and Haines, J and Viswanath, KV and Emmons, KM},
Title = {Use of email and telephone prompts to increase
self-monitoring in a Web-based intervention: randomized
controlled trial.},
Journal = {Journal of medical Internet research},
Volume = {14},
Number = {4},
Pages = {e96},
Year = {2012},
Month = {July},
ISSN = {1438-8871},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.2196/jmir.1981},
Keywords = {Adult • Aged • Aged, 80 and over • Boston
• Electronic Mail • Female • Health Behavior*
• Humans • Internet* • Male • Middle
Aged • Neoplasms • Risk Reduction Behavior •
Self Care* • Telephone • Young Adult •
prevention & control},
Abstract = {<h4>Background</h4>Self-monitoring is a key behavior change
mechanism associated with sustained health behavior change.
Although Web-based interventions can offer user-friendly
approaches for self-monitoring, engagement with these tools
is suboptimal. Increased use could encourage, promote, and
sustain behavior change.<h4>Objective</h4>To determine
whether email prompts or email plus telephone prompts
increase self-monitoring of behaviors on a website created
for a multiple cancer risk reduction program.<h4>Methods</h4>We
recruited and enrolled participants (N = 100) in a Web-based
intervention during a primary care well visit at an urban
primary care health center. The frequency of daily
self-monitoring was tracked on the study website.
Participants who tracked at least one behavior 3 or more
times during week 1 were classified as meeting the tracking
threshold and were assigned to the observation-only group
(OO, n = 14). This group was followed but did not receive
prompts. Participants who did not meet the threshold during
week 1 were randomly assigned to one of 2 prompting
conditions: automated assistance (AA, n = 36) or automated
assistance + calls (AAC, n = 50). During prompting periods
(weeks 2-3), participants in the AA and AAC conditions
received daily automated emails that encouraged tracking and
two tailored self-monitoring reports (end of week 2, end of
week 3) that provided feedback on tracking frequency.
Individuals in the AAC condition also received two technical
assistance calls from trained study staff. Frequency of
self-monitoring was tracked from week 2 through week
17.<h4>Results</h4>Self-monitoring rates increased in both
intervention conditions during prompting and declined when
prompting ceased. Over the 16 weeks of observation, there
was a significant between-group difference in the percentage
who met the self-monitoring threshold each week, with better
maintenance in the AAC than in the AA condition (P < .001).
Self-monitoring rates were greater in the OO group than in
either the AA or AAC condition (P < .001).<h4>Conclusions</h4>Prompting
can increase self-monitoring rates. The decrease in
self-monitoring after the promoting period suggests that
additional reminder prompts would be useful. The use of
technical assistance calls appeared to have a greater effect
in promoting self-monitoring at a therapeutic threshold than
email reminders and the tailored self-monitoring reports
alone.<h4>Trial registration</h4>ClinicalTrials.gov
NCT01415492; http://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT01415492
(Archived by WebCite at http://www.webcitation.org/68LOXOMe2).},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.2196/jmir.1981},
Key = {fds250731}
}
@article{fds250722,
Author = {Foley, P and Levine, E and Askew, S and Puleo, E and Whiteley, J and Batch,
B and Heil, D and Dix, D and Lett, V and Lanpher, M and Miller, J and Emmons,
K and Bennett, G},
Title = {Weight gain prevention among black women in the rural
community health center setting: the Shape
Program.},
Journal = {BMC Public Health},
Volume = {12},
Number = {1},
Pages = {305},
Year = {2012},
Month = {June},
ISSN = {1471-2458},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1471-2458-12-305},
Keywords = {Adult • African Americans* • Community Health
Centers* • Female • Humans • Overweight
• Primary Health Care • Rural Population* •
United States • Young Adult • prevention &
control*},
Abstract = {BACKGROUND: Nearly 60% of black women are obese. Despite
their increased risk of obesity and associated chronic
diseases, black women have been underrepresented in clinical
trials of weight loss interventions, particularly those
conducted in the primary care setting. Further, existing
obesity treatments are less effective for this population.
The promotion of weight maintenance can be achieved at lower
treatment intensity than can weight loss and holds promise
in reducing obesity-associated chronic disease risk. Weight
gain prevention may also be more consistent with the
obesity-related sociocultural perspectives of black women
than are traditional weight loss approaches. METHODS/DESIGN:
We conducted an 18-month randomized controlled trial (the
Shape Program) of a weight gain prevention intervention for
overweight black female patients in the primary care
setting. Participants include 194 premenopausal black women
aged 25 to 44 years with a BMI of 25-34.9 kg/m2.
Participants were randomized either to usual care or to a
12-month intervention that consisted of: tailored obesogenic
behavior change goals, self-monitoring via interactive voice
response phone calls, tailored skills training materials, 12
counseling calls with a registered dietitian and a 12-month
YMCA membership.Participants are followed over 18 months,
with study visits at baseline, 6-, 12- and 18-months.
Anthropometric data, blood pressure, fasting lipids, fasting
glucose, and self-administered surveys are collected at each
visit. Accelerometer data is collected at baseline and
12-months.At baseline, participants were an average of
35.4 years old with a mean body mass index of
30.2 kg/m2. Participants were mostly employed and
low-income. Almost half of the sample reported a diagnosis
of hypertension or prehypertension and 12% reported a
diagnosis of diabetes or prediabetes. Almost one-third of
participants smoked and over 20% scored above the clinical
threshold for depression. DISCUSSION: The Shape Program
utilizes an innovative intervention approach to lower the
risk of obesity and obesity-associated chronic disease among
black women in the primary care setting. The intervention
was informed by behavior change theory and aims to prevent
weight gain using inexpensive mobile technologies and
existing health center resources. Baseline characteristics
reflect a socioeconomically disadvantaged, high-risk
population sample in need of evidence-based treatment
strategies. TRIAL REGISTRATION: The trial is registered with
clinicaltrials.gov NCT00938535.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1186/1471-2458-12-305},
Key = {fds250722}
}
@article{fds250719,
Author = {Glasgow, RE and Gaglio, B and Bennett, G and Jerome, GJ and Yeh, H-C and Sarwer, DB and Appel, L and Colditz, G and Wadden, TA and Wells,
B},
Title = {Applying the PRECIS criteria to describe three effectiveness
trials of weight loss in obese patients with comorbid
conditions.},
Journal = {Health services research},
Volume = {47},
Number = {3 Pt 1},
Pages = {1051-1067},
Year = {2012},
Month = {June},
ISSN = {0017-9124},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1475-6773.2011.01347.x},
Abstract = {<h4>Objectives</h4>To characterize Practice-Based
Opportunities for Weight Reduction (POWER) trials along the
pragmatic-explanatory continuum.<h4>Settings</h4>The POWER
trials consist of three individual studies that target
obesity treatment in primary care settings.<h4>Design</h4>Using
the PRagmatic Explanatory Continuum Indicator Summary
(PRECIS) criteria, nine reviewers independently scored each
trial.<h4>Methods</h4>Average and median ratings,
inter-rater reliability, and relationships to additional
ratings of the extent to which study designs were
explanatory (i.e., efficacy) versus pragmatic (i.e.,
practical) and related to external validity were
determined.<h4>Principal findings</h4>One trial was
consistently rated as being significantly more pragmatic
than the others (R(2) =0.43, p< .001), although all three
were in the moderate range on the PRECIS scales. Ratings
varied across PRECIS dimensions, being most pragmatic on
comparison condition and primary outcome. Raters, although
undergoing training and using identical definitions, scored
their own study as more pragmatic than the other
studies/interventions.<h4>Conclusions</h4>These results
highlight the need for more comprehensive reporting on
PRECIS and related criteria for research translation. The
PRECIS criteria provide a richer understanding of the POWER
studies. It is not clear whether the original criteria are
sufficient to provide a comprehensive profile.},
Doi = {10.1111/j.1475-6773.2011.01347.x},
Key = {fds250719}
}
@article{fds250730,
Author = {Belsky, DW and Moffitt, TE and Houts, R and Bennett, GG and Biddle, AK and Blumenthal, JA and Evans, JP and Harrington, H and Sugden, K and Williams, B and Poulton, R and Caspi, A},
Title = {Polygenic risk, rapid childhood growth, and the development
of obesity: evidence from a 4-decade longitudinal
study.},
Journal = {Arch Pediatr Adolesc Med},
Volume = {166},
Number = {6},
Pages = {515-521},
Year = {2012},
Month = {June},
ISSN = {1538-3628},
url = {http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22665028},
Keywords = {Adiposity • Adolescent • Adult • Body Mass
Index • Child • Female • Genetic
Predisposition to Disease* • Genetic Variation •
Genome-Wide Association Study • Growth • Humans
• Longitudinal Studies • Male •
Multifactorial Inheritance* • New Zealand •
Obesity • Prospective Studies • Risk Factors
• Weight Gain • Young Adult • genetics •
genetics*},
Abstract = {OBJECTIVE: To test how genomic loci identified in
genome-wide association studies influence the development of
obesity. DESIGN: A 38-year prospective longitudinal study of
a representative birth cohort. SETTING: The Dunedin
Multidisciplinary Health and Development Study, Dunedin, New
Zealand. PARTICIPANTS: One thousand thirty-seven male and
female study members. MAIN EXPOSURES: We assessed genetic
risk with a multilocus genetic risk score. The genetic risk
score was composed of single-nucleotide polymorphisms
identified in genome-wide association studies of
obesity-related phenotypes. We assessed family history from
parent body mass index data collected when study members
were 11 years of age. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES: Body mass index
growth curves, developmental phenotypes of obesity, and
adult obesity outcomes were defined from anthropometric
assessments at birth and at 12 subsequent in-person
interviews through 38 years of age. RESULTS: Individuals
with higher genetic risk scores were more likely to be
chronically obese in adulthood. Genetic risk first
manifested as rapid growth during early childhood. Genetic
risk was unrelated to birth weight. After birth, children at
higher genetic risk gained weight more rapidly and reached
adiposity rebound earlier and at a higher body mass index.
In turn, these developmental phenotypes predicted adult
obesity, mediating about half the genetic effect on adult
obesity risk. Genetic associations with growth and obesity
risk were independent of family history, indicating that the
genetic risk score could provide novel information to
clinicians. CONCLUSIONS: Genetic variation linked with
obesity risk operates, in part, through accelerating growth
in the early childhood years after birth. Etiological
research and prevention strategies should target early
childhood to address the obesity epidemic.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1001/archpediatrics.2012.131},
Key = {fds250730}
}
@article{fds250726,
Author = {Bennett, GG and Warner, ET and Glasgow, RE and Askew, S and Goldman, J and Ritzwoller, DP and Emmons, KM and Rosner, BA and Colditz, GA and Be Fit and Be Well Study Investigators},
Title = {Obesity treatment for socioeconomically disadvantaged
patients in primary care practice.},
Journal = {Archives of internal medicine},
Volume = {172},
Number = {7},
Pages = {565-574},
Year = {2012},
Month = {April},
ISSN = {1538-3679},
url = {http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22412073},
Keywords = {Behavior Therapy* • Blood Pressure • Body Mass
Index • Comparative Effectiveness Research •
Counseling • Female • Humans • Hypertension
• Male • Middle Aged • Obesity • Primary
Health Care* • Self Care* • Socioeconomic Factors
• Telephone • Treatment Outcome • Vulnerable
Populations* • Weight Loss* • standards •
statistics & numerical data • therapy* •
trends},
Abstract = {<h4>Background</h4>Few evidence-based weight loss treatment
options exist for medically vulnerable patients in the
primary care setting.<h4>Methods</h4>We conducted a 2-arm,
24-month randomized effectiveness trial in 3 Boston
community health centers (from February 1, 2008, through May
2, 2011). Participants were 365 obese patients receiving
hypertension treatment (71.2% black, 13.1% Hispanic, 68.5%
female, and 32.9% with less than a high school educational
level). We randomized participants to usual care or a
behavioral intervention that promoted weight loss and
hypertension self-management using eHealth components. The
intervention included tailored behavior change goals,
self-monitoring, and skills training, available via a
website or interactive voice response; 18 telephone
counseling calls; primary care provider endorsement; 12
optional group support sessions; and links with community
resources.<h4>Results</h4>At 24 months, weight change in the
intervention group compared with that in the usual care
group was -1.03 kg (95% CI, -2.03 to -0.03 kg).
Twenty-four-month change in body mass index (calculated as
weight in kilograms divided by height in meters squared) in
the intervention group compared with that in the usual care
group was -0.38 (95% CI, -0.75 to -0.004). Intervention
participants had larger mean weight losses during the 24
months compared with that in the usual care group (area
under the receiver operating characteristic curve, -1.07 kg;
95% CI, -1.94 to -0.22). Mean systolic blood pressure was
not significantly lower in the intervention arm compared
with the usual care arm.<h4>Conclusion</h4>The intervention
produced modest weight losses, improved blood pressure
control, and slowed systolic blood pressure increases in
this high-risk, socioeconomically disadvantaged patient
population. Trial Registration clinicaltrials.gov
Identifier: NCT00661817.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1001/archinternmed.2012.1},
Key = {fds250726}
}
@article{fds250728,
Author = {Duncan, DT and Castro, MC and Gortmaker, SL and Aldstadt, J and Melly,
SJ and Bennett, GG},
Title = {Racial differences in the built environment--body mass index
relationship? A geospatial analysis of adolescents in urban
neighborhoods.},
Journal = {International journal of health geographics},
Volume = {11},
Number = {2},
Pages = {11},
Year = {2012},
Month = {April},
ISSN = {1476-072X},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1476-072x-11-11},
Keywords = {Adolescent • African Continental Ancestry Group •
Asian Americans • Body Mass Index • Boston •
Continental Population Groups • Environment Design
• European Continental Ancestry Group • Female
• Hispanic Americans • Humans • Least-Squares
Analysis • Male • Regression Analysis •
Residence Characteristics • Urban Population •
epidemiology • statistics & numerical data •
statistics & numerical data*},
Abstract = {<h4>Background</h4>Built environment features of
neighborhoods may be related to obesity among adolescents
and potentially related to obesity-related health
disparities. The purpose of this study was to investigate
spatial relationships between various built environment
features and body mass index (BMI) z-score among
adolescents, and to investigate if race/ethnicity modifies
these relationships. A secondary objective was to evaluate
the sensitivity of findings to the spatial scale of analysis
(i.e. 400- and 800-meter street network buffers).<h4>Methods</h4>Data
come from the 2008 Boston Youth Survey, a school-based
sample of public high school students in Boston, MA.
Analyses include data collected from students who had
georeferenced residential information and complete and valid
data to compute BMI z-score (n = 1,034). We built a spatial
database using GIS with various features related to access
to walking destinations and to community design. Spatial
autocorrelation in key study variables was calculated with
the Global Moran's I statistic. We fit conventional ordinary
least squares (OLS) regression and spatial simultaneous
autoregressive error models that control for the spatial
autocorrelation in the data as appropriate. Models were
conducted using the total sample of adolescents as well as
including an interaction term for race/ethnicity, adjusting
for several potential individual- and neighborhood-level
confounders and clustering of students within
schools.<h4>Results</h4>We found significant positive
spatial autocorrelation in the built environment features
examined (Global Moran's I most ≥ 0.60; all p = 0.001) but
not in BMI z-score (Global Moran's I = 0.07, p = 0.28).
Because we found significant spatial autocorrelation in our
OLS regression residuals, we fit spatial autoregressive
models. Most built environment features were not associated
with BMI z-score. Density of bus stops was associated with a
higher BMI z-score among Whites (Coefficient: 0.029, p <
0.05). The interaction term for Asians in the association
between retail destinations and BMI z-score was
statistically significant and indicated an inverse
association. Sidewalk completeness was significantly
associated with a higher BMI z-score for the total sample
(Coefficient: 0.010, p < 0.05). These significant
associations were found for the 800-meter
buffer.<h4>Conclusion</h4>Some relationships between the
built environment and adolescent BMI z-score were in the
unexpected direction. Our findings overall suggest that the
built environment does not explain a large proportion of the
variation in adolescent BMI z-score or racial disparities in
adolescent obesity. However, there are some differences by
race/ethnicity that require further research among
adolescents.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1186/1476-072x-11-11},
Key = {fds250728}
}
@article{fds290498,
Author = {Steinberg, DM and Tate, DF and Bennett, GG and Ennett, S and Samuel-Hodge, C and Ward, DS},
Title = {THE WEIGH STUDY: A RANDOMIZED TRIAL FOCUSING ON DAILY
SELF-WEIGHING FOR WEIGHT LOSS AMONG OVERWEIGHT
ADULTS},
Journal = {ANNALS OF BEHAVIORAL MEDICINE},
Volume = {43},
Pages = {S272-S272},
Publisher = {SPRINGER},
Year = {2012},
Month = {April},
ISSN = {0883-6612},
url = {http://gateway.webofknowledge.com/gateway/Gateway.cgi?GWVersion=2&SrcApp=PARTNER_APP&SrcAuth=LinksAMR&KeyUT=WOS:000302092401146&DestLinkType=FullRecord&DestApp=ALL_WOS&UsrCustomerID=47d3190e77e5a3a53558812f597b0b92},
Key = {fds290498}
}
@article{fds290499,
Author = {Greaney, ML and Puleo, E and Sprunck-Harrild, K and Bennett, GG and Viswanath, K and Coeling, M and Emmons, KM},
Title = {AUTOMATED VOICE REMINDERS OR SMS TEXT REMINDERS: WHAT IS
ASSOCIATED WITH PREFERRED MODALITY?},
Journal = {ANNALS OF BEHAVIORAL MEDICINE},
Volume = {43},
Pages = {S106-S106},
Publisher = {SPRINGER},
Year = {2012},
Month = {April},
ISSN = {0883-6612},
url = {http://gateway.webofknowledge.com/gateway/Gateway.cgi?GWVersion=2&SrcApp=PARTNER_APP&SrcAuth=LinksAMR&KeyUT=WOS:000302092400411&DestLinkType=FullRecord&DestApp=ALL_WOS&UsrCustomerID=47d3190e77e5a3a53558812f597b0b92},
Key = {fds290499}
}
@article{fds290500,
Author = {Bennett, GG and Warner, E and Glasgow, R and Askew, S and Emmons, KM and Rosner, B and Colditz, GA},
Title = {WEIGHT LOSS AMONG SOCIOECONOMICALLY DISADVANTAGED PRIMARY
CARE PATIENTS},
Journal = {ANNALS OF BEHAVIORAL MEDICINE},
Volume = {43},
Pages = {S272-S272},
Publisher = {SPRINGER},
Year = {2012},
Month = {April},
ISSN = {0883-6612},
url = {http://gateway.webofknowledge.com/gateway/Gateway.cgi?GWVersion=2&SrcApp=PARTNER_APP&SrcAuth=LinksAMR&KeyUT=WOS:000302092401145&DestLinkType=FullRecord&DestApp=ALL_WOS&UsrCustomerID=47d3190e77e5a3a53558812f597b0b92},
Key = {fds290500}
}
@article{fds250718,
Author = {Mowafi, M and Khadr, Z and Bennett, G and Hill, A and Kawachi, I and Subramanian, SV},
Title = {Is access to neighborhood green space associated with BMI
among Egyptians? A multilevel study of Cairo
neighborhoods.},
Journal = {Health & place},
Volume = {18},
Number = {2},
Pages = {385-390},
Year = {2012},
Month = {March},
ISSN = {1353-8292},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.healthplace.2011.12.002},
Abstract = {Evidence of a link between green space and obesity has
increased in the developed world, but few studies have been
conducted in the developing world. Our study tests whether
availability of neighborhood green space is associated with
BMI among adults in Cairo, Egypt. Using data from the 2007
Cairo Urban Inequity Study, we conducted multilevel analyses
and found no significant green space-BMI association,
leading us to conclude that this intervention may not be as
promising in this developing world context as it has been in
some western urban contexts. Other aspects of the urban
environment should be evaluated to better understand
neighborhood variations in obesity in Cairo.},
Doi = {10.1016/j.healthplace.2011.12.002},
Key = {fds250718}
}
@article{fds250725,
Author = {Warner, ET and Wolin, KY and Duncan, DT and Heil, DP and Askew, S and Bennett, GG},
Title = {Differential accuracy of physical activity self-report by
body mass index.},
Journal = {American journal of health behavior},
Volume = {36},
Number = {2},
Pages = {168-178},
Year = {2012},
Month = {March},
ISSN = {1087-3244},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.5993/ajhb.36.2.3},
Keywords = {Actigraphy • Adult • Body Mass Index •
Exercise* • Female • Humans • Male •
Middle Aged • Obesity • Questionnaires •
Reproducibility of Results • Self Report • United
States • Young Adult • epidemiology •
physiopathology • standards • standards*},
Abstract = {<h4>Objectives</h4>To examine whether agreement between
self-reported and accelerometer-measured physical activity
varies by BMI category in a low-income black
sample.<h4>Methods</h4>Participants completed a
questionnaire and wore an accelerometer for 4-6 days. Using
one- and 10-minute bouts, accelerometers measured light,
moderate, and vigorous physical activity
time.<h4>Results</h4>Correlations varied by obesity
(nonobese: one-minute r=0.41; 10-minute r=0.47; obese:
one-minute r=0.21; 10-minute r=0 .14). Agreement was highest
among nonobese persons (one-minute kappa = 0.48, 10-minute
kappa = 0.023; obese: one-minute kappa = -0.024, 10- minute
kappa = -0.020).<h4>Conclusions</h4>We found compromised
questionnaire performance among obese participants.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.5993/ajhb.36.2.3},
Key = {fds250725}
}
@article{fds200758,
Author = {N Krieger and PD Waterman and A Kosheleva and JT Chen and DR Carney and KW
Smith, GG Bennett and DR Williams and E Freeman and B Russell and G
Thornhill, K Mikolowsky and R Rifkin and L Samuel},
Title = {Exposing Racial Discrimination: Implicit & Explicit
Measures-The My Body, My Story Study of 1005 US-Born Black &
White Community Health Center Members.},
Journal = {PloS one},
Volume = {6},
Number = {11},
Pages = {e27636},
Year = {2011},
Month = {December},
ISSN = {1932-6203},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0027636},
Keywords = {Adult • African Americans • Boston •
Community Health Centers • Cross-Sectional Studies
• Educational Status • Employment • European
Continental Ancestry Group • Female • Humans
• Logistic Models • Male • Middle Aged •
Prejudice* • Questionnaires* • Smoking •
Social Desirability • Socioeconomic Factors •
statistics & numerical data • statistics & numerical
data*},
Abstract = {BACKGROUND: To date, research on racial discrimination and
health typically has employed explicit self-report measures,
despite their potentially being affected by what people are
able and willing to say. We accordingly employed an Implicit
Association Test (IAT) for racial discrimination, first
developed and used in two recent published studies, and
measured associations of the explicit and implicit
discrimination measures with each other, socioeconomic and
psychosocial variables, and smoking. RESULTS: Among the 504
black and 501 white US-born participants, age 35-64,
randomly recruited in 2008-2010 from 4 community health
centers in Boston, MA, black participants were over 1.5
times more likely (p<0.05) to be worse off economically
(e.g., for poverty and low education) and have higher social
desirability scores (43.8 vs. 28.2); their explicit
discrimination exposure was also 2.5 to 3.7 times higher
(p<0.05) depending on the measure used, with over 60%
reporting exposure in 3 or more domains and within the last
year. Higher IAT scores for target vs. perpetrator of
discrimination occurred for the black versus white
participants: for "black person vs. white person": 0.26 vs.
0.13; and for "me vs. them": 0.24 vs. 0.19. In both groups,
only low non-significant correlations existed between the
implicit and explicit discrimination measures; social
desirability was significantly associated with the explicit
but not implicit measures. Although neither the explicit nor
implicit discrimination measures were associated with odds
of being a current smoker, the excess risk for black
participants (controlling for age and gender) rose in models
that also controlled for the racial discrimination and
psychosocial variables; additional control for socioeconomic
position sharply reduced and rendered the association null.
CONCLUSIONS: Implicit and explicit measures of racial
discrimination are not equivalent and both warrant use in
research on racial discrimination and health, along with
data on socioeconomic position and social
desirability.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1371/journal.pone.0027636},
Key = {fds200758}
}
@article{fds250735,
Author = {Krieger, N and Waterman, PD and Kosheleva, A and Chen, JT and Carney,
DR and Smith, KW and Bennett, GG and Williams, DR and Freeman, E and Russell, B and Thornhill, G and Mikolowsky, K and Rifkin, R and Samuel,
L},
Title = {Exposing Racial Discrimination: Implicit & Explicit
Measures-The My Body, My Story Study of 1005 US-Born Black &
White Community Health Center Members.},
Journal = {PloS one},
Volume = {6},
Number = {11},
Pages = {e27636},
Year = {2011},
Month = {December},
ISSN = {1932-6203},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0027636},
Keywords = {Adult • African Americans • Boston •
Community Health Centers • Cross-Sectional Studies
• Educational Status • Employment • European
Continental Ancestry Group • Female • Humans
• Logistic Models • Male • Middle Aged •
Prejudice* • Questionnaires* • Smoking •
Social Desirability • Socioeconomic Factors •
statistics & numerical data • statistics & numerical
data*},
Abstract = {BACKGROUND: To date, research on racial discrimination and
health typically has employed explicit self-report measures,
despite their potentially being affected by what people are
able and willing to say. We accordingly employed an Implicit
Association Test (IAT) for racial discrimination, first
developed and used in two recent published studies, and
measured associations of the explicit and implicit
discrimination measures with each other, socioeconomic and
psychosocial variables, and smoking. RESULTS: Among the 504
black and 501 white US-born participants, age 35-64,
randomly recruited in 2008-2010 from 4 community health
centers in Boston, MA, black participants were over 1.5
times more likely (p},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1371/journal.pone.0027636},
Key = {fds250735}
}
@article{fds200755,
Author = {RC Shelton and LH McNeill and E Puleo and KY Wolin and KM Emmons and GG
Bennett},
Title = {The association between social factors and physical activity
among low-income adults living in public
housing.},
Journal = {American journal of public health},
Volume = {101},
Number = {11},
Pages = {2102-10},
Year = {2011},
Month = {November},
ISSN = {1541-0048},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.2105/AJPH.2010.196030},
Keywords = {Adolescent • Adult • Age Factors • Aged
• Aged, 80 and over • Boston • Continental
Population Groups • Cross-Sectional Studies •
Exercise* • Female • Humans • Male •
Middle Aged • Poverty • Public Housing • Sex
Factors • Social Support* • Socioeconomic Factors
• Young Adult • statistics & numerical
data*},
Abstract = {OBJECTIVE: We sought to examine the association between
structural, functional, and normative social factors and
physical activity among urban, low-income,
racially/ethnically diverse adults. METHODS: We conducted a
baseline cross-sectional survey among residents of 12
low-income housing communities in metropolitan Boston,
Massachusetts. Participants were also asked to wear a
pedometer for 5 days. We analyzed complete data from 1112
residents (weighted n = 1635). RESULTS: Residents with
smaller social networks were significantly less physically
active than were residents with larger social networks (b =
-1503.7; P = .01) and residents with conflicting demands
were more active than were residents with none (b = 601.6; P
= .01), when we controlled for employment status, gender,
poverty level, current health status, age, and perceived
safety. Social networks were most strongly associated with
physical activity among Hispanics and younger residents
(aged 18-35 years). CONCLUSIONS: These findings indicate
that social factors, including social networks and
role-related conflicting demands, may be important drivers
of physical activity among low-income populations.
Researchers and practitioners should consider social factors
in developing multilevel physical activity interventions for
this population.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.2105/AJPH.2010.196030},
Key = {fds200755}
}
@article{fds250770,
Author = {Shelton, RC and McNeill, LH and Puleo, E and Wolin, KY and Emmons, KM and Bennett, GG},
Title = {The association between social factors and physical activity
among low-income adults living in public
housing.},
Journal = {American journal of public health},
Volume = {101},
Number = {11},
Pages = {2102-2110},
Year = {2011},
Month = {November},
ISSN = {0090-0036},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.2105/ajph.2010.196030},
Abstract = {<h4>Objectives</h4>We sought to examine the association
between structural, functional, and normative social factors
and physical activity among urban, low-income,
racially/ethnically diverse adults.<h4>Methods</h4>We
conducted a baseline cross-sectional survey among residents
of 12 low-income housing communities in metropolitan Boston,
Massachusetts. Participants were also asked to wear a
pedometer for 5 days. We analyzed complete data from 1112
residents (weighted n = 1635).<h4>Results</h4>Residents with
smaller social networks were significantly less physically
active than were residents with larger social networks (b =
-1503.7; P = .01) and residents with conflicting demands
were more active than were residents with none (b = 601.6; P
= .01), when we controlled for employment status, gender,
poverty level, current health status, age, and perceived
safety. Social networks were most strongly associated with
physical activity among Hispanics and younger residents
(aged 18-35 years).<h4>Conclusions</h4>These findings
indicate that social factors, including social networks and
role-related conflicting demands, may be important drivers
of physical activity among low-income populations.
Researchers and practitioners should consider social factors
in developing multilevel physical activity interventions for
this population.},
Doi = {10.2105/ajph.2010.196030},
Key = {fds250770}
}
@article{fds250732,
Author = {Hasson, RE and Granados, KE and Marquez, DX and Bennett, G and Freedson,
P and Braun, B},
Title = {Psychological responses to acute exercise in sedentary black
and white individuals.},
Journal = {Journal of physical activity & health},
Volume = {8},
Number = {7},
Pages = {978-987},
Year = {2011},
Month = {September},
ISSN = {1543-3080},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1123/jpah.8.7.978},
Keywords = {Adult • Affect • African Continental Ancestry
Group • Anxiety • Body Mass Index • European
Continental Ancestry Group • Exercise • Humans
• Self Efficacy • Walking • psychology •
psychology*},
Abstract = {<h4>Background</h4>Racial differences in psychological
determinants of exercise exist between non-Hispanic blacks
(blacks) and non-Hispanic whites (whites). To date, no study
has examined racial differences in the psychological
responses during and after exercise. The objective of this
study was to compare psychological outcomes of single
exercise bouts in blacks and whites.<h4>Methods</h4>On 3
separate occasions, sedentary black (n = 16) and white (n =
14) participants walked on a treadmill at 75%(max HR) for 75
minutes. Questionnaires assessing mood, state anxiety, and
exercise task self-efficacy were administered before and
after each exercise bout. In-task mood and rating of
perceived exertion (RPE) were measured every 5 minutes
during exercise.<h4>Results</h4>Exercise self-efficacy and
psychological distress significantly improved in both blacks
and whites. However during exercise blacks reported more
positive in-task mood and lower RPE compared with
whites.<h4>Conclusions</h4>These data suggest that racial
differences exist in psychological responses during
exercise. Further research should confirm these findings in
a larger, free-living population.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1123/jpah.8.7.978},
Key = {fds250732}
}
@article{fds250717,
Author = {Duncan, DT and Castro, MC and Blossom, JC and Bennett, GG and Gortmaker,
SL},
Title = {Evaluation of the positional difference between two common
geocoding methods.},
Journal = {Geospatial health},
Volume = {5},
Number = {2},
Pages = {265-273},
Year = {2011},
Month = {May},
ISSN = {1827-1987},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.4081/gh.2011.179},
Keywords = {Child • Child, Preschool • Geographic Information
Systems • Humans • Obesity • United States
• organization & administration* • prevention &
control • standards*},
Abstract = {Geocoding, the process of matching addresses to geographic
coordinates, is a necessary first step when using
geographical information systems (GIS) technology. However,
different geocoding methodologies can result in different
geographic coordinates. The objective of this study was to
compare the positional (i.e. longitude/latitude) difference
between two common geocoding methods, i.e. ArcGIS
(Environmental System Research Institute, Redlands, CA, USA)
and Batchgeo (freely available online at
http://www.batchgeo.com). Address data came from the
YMCA-Harvard After School Food and Fitness Project, an
obesity prevention intervention involving children aged 5-11
years and their families participating in YMCA-administered,
after-school programmes located in four geographically
diverse metropolitan areas in the USA. Our analyses include
baseline addresses (n = 748) collected from the parents of
the children in the after school sites. Addresses were first
geocoded to the street level and assigned longitude and
latitude coordinates with ArcGIS, version 9.3, then the same
addresses were geocoded with Batchgeo. For this analysis,
the ArcGIS minimum match score was 80. The resulting
geocodes were projected into state plane coordinates, and
the difference in longitude and latitude coordinates were
calculated in meters between the two methods for all data
points in each of the four metropolitan areas. We also
quantified the descriptions of the geocoding accuracy
provided by Batchgeo with the match scores from ArcGIS. We
found a 94% match rate (n = 705), 2% (n = 18) were tied and
3% (n = 25) were unmatched using ArcGIS. Forty-eight
addresses (6.4%) were not matched in ArcGIS with a match
score ≥80 (therefore only 700 addresses were included in
our positional difference analysis). Six hundred thirteen
(87.6%) of these addresses had a match score of 100.
Batchgeo yielded a 100% match rate for the addresses that
ArcGIS geocoded. The median for longitude and latitude
coordinates for all the data was just over 25 m. Overall,
the range for longitude was 0.04-12,911.8 m, and the range
for latitude was 0.02-37,766.6 m. Comparisons show minimal
differences in the median and minimum values, while there
were slightly larger differences in the maximum values. The
majority (>75%) of the geographic differences were within 50
m of each other; mostly <25 m from each other (about 49%).
Only about 4% overall were ≥400 m apart. We also found
geographic differences in the proportion of addresses that
fell within certain meter ranges. The match-score range
associated with the Batchgeo accuracy level "approximate"
(least accurate) was 84-100 (mean = 92), while the "rooftop"
Batchgeo accuracy level (most accurate) delivered a mean of
98.9 but the range was the same. Although future research
should compare the positional difference of Batchgeo to
criterion measures of longitude/latitude (e.g. with global
positioning system measurement), this study suggests that
Batchgeo is a good, free-of-charge option to geocode
addresses.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.4081/gh.2011.179},
Key = {fds250717}
}
@article{fds290495,
Author = {Woo, M and Austin, SB and Williams, DR and Bennett,
GG},
Title = {Reconceptualizing the measurement of multiracial status for
health research in the united states},
Journal = {Du Bois Review},
Volume = {8},
Number = {1},
Pages = {25-36},
Publisher = {Cambridge University Press (CUP)},
Year = {2011},
Month = {April},
ISSN = {1742-058X},
url = {http://gateway.webofknowledge.com/gateway/Gateway.cgi?GWVersion=2&SrcApp=PARTNER_APP&SrcAuth=LinksAMR&KeyUT=WOS:000312166600003&DestLinkType=FullRecord&DestApp=ALL_WOS&UsrCustomerID=47d3190e77e5a3a53558812f597b0b92},
Abstract = {The assessment of multiracial status in U.S. health research
is fraught with challenges that limit our ability to
enumerate and study this population. This paper
reconceptualizes the assessment of multiracial status
through the development of a model with three dimensions:
mixed ancestry multiracial status, self-identified
multiracial status, and socially assigned multiracial
status. We present challenges to studying multiracial
populations and provide recommendations for improving the
assessment of multiracial status in health research. ©
2011, W.E.B. Du Bois Institute for African and African
American Research. All rights reserved.},
Doi = {10.1017/S1742058X11000038},
Key = {fds290495}
}
@article{fds250733,
Author = {Mowafi, M and Khadr, Z and Subramanian, SV and Bennett, G and Hill, A and Kawachi, I},
Title = {Are neighborhood education levels associated with BMI among
adults in Cairo, Egypt?},
Journal = {Social science & medicine (1982)},
Volume = {72},
Number = {8},
Pages = {1274-1283},
Year = {2011},
Month = {April},
ISSN = {0277-9536},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.socscimed.2011.01.032},
Keywords = {Adult • Body Mass Index* • Educational Status
• Egypt • Female • Health Status Disparities
• Health Surveys • Humans • Male •
Middle Aged • Models, Statistical • Obesity •
Residence Characteristics* • Social Class • Urban
Population* • Young Adult • epidemiology},
Abstract = {This study examined the association between area-level
education and BMI among adults in Cairo, Egypt. A sample of
3993 households including 1990 men and 2003 women were
analyzed from the 2007 Cairo Urban Inequity Study, a study
which aimed to identify potential intra-urban inequities in
health related to the environment and living conditions in
Cairo. Using multilevel analysis, we found that residents of
high education neighborhoods were significantly less likely
to be obese compared to low education neighborhoods. An
inverse association between neighborhood education and
individual BMI was observed whereby each unit increase in
percentage of households with greater than a high school
education was associated with a 0.036 kg/m(2) decrease in
BMI of individuals. This translated into a difference
between high and low education neighborhoods of 6.86 kg
(15.1 lb) for women based on an average height of 1.65 m
and 6.10 kg (13.4 lb) for men based on an average height
of 1.75 m after adjusting for sociodemographic,
socioeconomic, health and environmental factors. These
findings suggest that programs aiming to reduce BMI among
adults in this setting may be well-served by focusing on
education since it appears to have an effect at the
neighborhood level over and above the impact it has at the
individual level. This may be due to several factors such as
greater access to knowledge and information regarding health
and nutrition, greater food availability, and shifting
cultural perceptions of beauty away from an ideal body shape
of plumpness in favor of thinness in high education
neighborhoods. The cross-sectional nature of our study does
not allow for causal interpretations, however, so further
studies exploring why the neighborhood education-BMI
association is so significant is warranted.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1016/j.socscimed.2011.01.032},
Key = {fds250733}
}
@article{fds250734,
Author = {Duncan, DT and Wolin, KY and Scharoun-Lee, M and Ding, EL and Warner,
ET and Bennett, GG},
Title = {Does perception equal reality? Weight misperception in
relation to weight-related attitudes and behaviors among
overweight and obese US adults.},
Journal = {The international journal of behavioral nutrition and
physical activity},
Volume = {8},
Number = {2},
Pages = {20},
Year = {2011},
Month = {March},
ISSN = {1479-5868},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1479-5868-8-20},
Keywords = {African Americans • Attitude to Health* • Diet
• Energy Intake* • Exercise* • Female •
Health Behavior* • Hispanic Americans • Humans
• Male • Middle Aged • Multivariate Analysis
• Nutrition Surveys • Obesity • Reference
Values • Sedentary Lifestyle • Self Concept*
• Sex Factors • Thinness • United States
• Weight Loss • ethnology • psychology •
psychology*},
Abstract = {<h4>Background</h4>Weight misperception might preclude the
adoption of healthful weight-related attitudes and behaviors
among overweight and obese individuals, yet limited research
exists in this area. We examined associations between weight
misperception and several weight-related attitudes and
behaviors among a nationally representative sample of
overweight and obese US adults.<h4>Methods</h4>Data from the
2003-2006 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey
(NHANES) were used. Analyses included non-pregnant,
overweight and obese (measured body mass index ≥ 25)
adults aged 20 and older. Weight misperception was
identified among those who reported themselves as
"underweight" or "about the right weight". Outcome variables
and sample sizes were: weight-loss attitudes/behaviors
(wanting to weigh less and having tried to lose weight; n =
4,784); dietary intake (total energy intake; n=4,894); and
physical activity (meets 2008 US physical activity
recommendations, insufficiently active, and sedentary;
n=5,401). Multivariable regression models were stratified by
gender and race/ethnicity. Analyses were conducted in
2009-2010.<h4>Results</h4>These overweight/obese men and
women who misperceived their weight were 71% (RR 0.29, 95%
CI 0.25-0.34) and 65% (RR 0.35, 95% CI 0.29-0.42) less
likely to report that they want to lose weight and 60% (RR
0.40, 95% CI 0.30-0.52) and 56% (RR 0.44, 95% CI 0.32-0.59)
less likely to have tried to lose weight within the past
year, respectively, compared to those who accurately
perceived themselves as overweight. Blacks were particularly
less likely to have tried to lose weight. Weight
misperception was not a significant predictor of total
energy intake among most subgroups, but was associated with
lower total energy intake among Hispanic women (change
-252.72, 95% CI -433.25, -72.18). Men who misperceived their
weight were less likely (RR 0.68, 95% CI 0.52-0.89) to be
insufficiently active (the strongest results were among
Black men) and women who misperceived their weight were less
likely (RR 0.74, 95% CI 0.54, 1.00, p=0.047) to meet
activity recommendations compared to being
sedentary.<h4>Conclusion</h4>Overall, weight misperception
among overweight and obese adults was associated with less
likelihood of interest in or attempts at weight loss and
less physical activity. These associations varied by gender
and race/ethnicity. This study highlights the importance of
focusing on inaccurate weight perceptions in targeted weight
loss efforts.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1186/1479-5868-8-20},
Key = {fds250734}
}
@article{pmid20932303,
Author = {Wolin, KY and Fagin, C and Ufere, N and Tuchman, H and Bennett,
GG},
Title = {Physical activity in US Blacks: a systematic review and
critical examination of self-report instruments.},
Journal = {The international journal of behavioral nutrition and
physical activity},
Volume = {7},
Pages = {73},
Year = {2010},
Month = {October},
ISSN = {1479-5868},
url = {http://hdl.handle.net/10161/4372 Duke open
access},
Abstract = {<h4>Background</h4>Physical activity self-report instruments
in the US have largely been developed for and validated in
White samples. Despite calls to validate existing
instruments in more diverse samples, relatively few
instruments have been validated in US Blacks. Emerging
evidence suggests that these instruments may have
differential validity in Black populations.<h4>Purpose</h4>This
report reviews and evaluates the validity and reliability of
self-reported measures of physical activity in Blacks and
makes recommendations for future directions.<h4>Methods</h4>A
systematic literature review was conducted to identify
published reports with construct or criterion validity
evaluated in samples that included Blacks. Studies that
reported results separately for Blacks were
examined.<h4>Results</h4>The review identified 10
instruments validated in nine manuscripts. Criterion
validity correlations tended to be low to moderate. No study
has compared the validity of multiple instruments in a
single sample of Blacks.<h4>Conclusion</h4>There is a need
for efforts validating self-report physical activity
instruments in Blacks, particularly those evaluating the
relative validity of instruments in a single
sample.},
Doi = {10.1186/1479-5868-7-73},
Key = {pmid20932303}
}
@article{fds200764,
Author = {HC Yeh and JM Clark and KE Emmons and RH Moore and GG Bennett and ET
Warner, DB Sarwer and GJ Jerome and ER Miller and S Volger and TA Louis and B Wells and TA Wadden and GA Colditz and LJ Appel},
Title = {Independent but coordinated trials: insights from the
practice-based Opportunities for Weight Reduction Trials
Collaborative Research Group.},
Journal = {Clinical trials (London, England)},
Volume = {7},
Number = {4},
Pages = {322-32},
Year = {2010},
Month = {August},
ISSN = {1740-7753},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1740774510374213},
Keywords = {Clinical Protocols • Clinical Trials as Topic •
Humans • Multicenter Studies as Topic • Primary
Health Care* • Research Design* • Weight Loss*
• methods*},
Abstract = {BACKGROUND: The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
(NHLBI) funded three institutions to conduct effectiveness
trials of weight loss interventions in primary care
settings. Unlike traditional multi-center clinical trials,
each study was established as an independent trial with a
distinct protocol. Still, efforts were made to coordinate
and standardize several aspects of the trials. The three
trials formed a collaborative group, the 'Practice-based
Opportunities for Weight Reduction (POWER) Trials
Collaborative Research Group.' OBJECTIVE: We describe the
common and distinct features of the three trials, the key
characteristics of the collaborative group, and the lessons
learned from this novel organizational approach. METHODS:
The Collaborative Research Group consists of three
individual studies: 'Be Fit, Be Well' (Washington University
in St. Louis/Harvard University), 'POWER Hopkins' (Johns
Hopkins), and 'POWER-UP' (University of Pennsylvania). There
are a total of 15 participating clinics with ~1100
participants. The common primary outcome is change in weight
at 24 months of follow-up, but each protocol has
trial-specific elements including different interventions
and different secondary outcomes. A Resource Coordinating
Unit at Johns Hopkins provides administrative support.
RESULTS: The Collaborative Research Group established common
components to facilitate potential cross-site comparisons.
The main advantage of this approach is to develop and
evaluate several interventions, when there is insufficient
evidence to test one or two approaches, as would be done in
a traditional multi-center trial. CONCLUSIONS: The
challenges of the organizational design include the complex
decision-making process, the extent of potential data
pooling, time intensive efforts to standardize reports, and
the additional responsibilities of the DSMB to monitor three
distinct protocols.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1177/1740774510374213},
Key = {fds200764}
}
@article{pmid20573639,
Author = {Yeh, HC and Clark, JM and Emmons, KE and Moore, RH and Bennett, GG and Warner, ET and Sarwer, DB and Jerome, GJ and Miller, ER and Volger, S and Louis, TA and Wells, B and Wadden, TA and Colditz, GA and Appel,
LJ},
Title = {{I}ndependent but coordinated trials: insights from the
practice-based {O}pportunities for {W}eight {R}eduction
{T}rials {C}ollaborative {R}esearch {G}roup},
Journal = {Clin Trials},
Volume = {7},
Number = {4},
Pages = {322-332},
Year = {2010},
Month = {August},
ISSN = {1740-7745},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1740774510374213},
Abstract = {The challenges of the organizational design include the
complex decision-making process, the extent of potential
data pooling, time intensive efforts to standardize reports,
and the additional responsibilities of the DSMB to monitor
three distinct protocols.},
Doi = {10.1177/1740774510374213},
Key = {pmid20573639}
}
@article{fds290496,
Author = {Pischke, CR and Whiteley, JA and Askew, S and Bennett,
GG},
Title = {COACHING IS ASSOCIATED WITH INCREASED UTILIZATION OF
HANDHELD COMPUTERS FOR WEIGHT LOSS AMONG LOWER INCOME
WOMEN},
Journal = {INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL MEDICINE},
Volume = {17},
Pages = {56-56},
Publisher = {SPRINGER},
Year = {2010},
Month = {August},
ISSN = {1070-5503},
url = {http://gateway.webofknowledge.com/gateway/Gateway.cgi?GWVersion=2&SrcApp=PARTNER_APP&SrcAuth=LinksAMR&KeyUT=WOS:000280088500128&DestLinkType=FullRecord&DestApp=ALL_WOS&UsrCustomerID=47d3190e77e5a3a53558812f597b0b92},
Key = {fds290496}
}
@article{fds200765,
Author = {CS Lathan and C Okechukwu and BF Drake and GG Bennett},
Title = {Racial differences in the perception of lung cancer: the
2005 Health Information National Trends Survey.},
Journal = {Cancer},
Volume = {116},
Number = {8},
Pages = {1981-6},
Year = {2010},
Month = {April},
ISSN = {0008-543X},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/cncr.24923},
Keywords = {African Americans* • European Continental Ancestry
Group* • Female • Health Knowledge, Attitudes,
Practice* • Humans • Lung Neoplasms • Male
• Questionnaires • Risk Assessment •
psychology*},
Abstract = {BACKGROUND: Racial disparities in lung cancer have been
described well in the literature; however, little is known
about perceptions of lung cancer in the general population
and whether these perceptions differ by race. METHODS: Data
were obtained from the 2005 Health Information National
Trends Survey (HINTS) survey. The authors used a sample
design of random digit dialing of listed telephone exchanges
in the United States. Complete interviews were conducted
with 5491 adults, including 1872 respondents who were
assigned to receive questions pertaining to lung cancer. All
analyses were conducted on this subset of respondents. A
statistical software program was used to calculate
chi-square tests and to perform logistic regression analyses
that would model racial differences in perceptions of lung
cancer. All estimates were weighted to be nationally
representative of the US population; a jack-knife weighting
method was used for parameter estimation. RESULTS: Black
patients and white patients shared many of the same beliefs
about lung cancer mortality, and etiology. African Americans
were more likely than whites 1) to agree that it is hard to
follow recommendations about preventing lung cancer (odds
ratio [OR], 2.05; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1.19-3.53),
2) to avoid an evaluation for lung cancer for fear that they
have the disease (OR, 3.32; 95% CI, 1.84-5.98), and 3) to
believe that patients with lung cancer would have pain or
other symptoms before diagnosis (OR, 2.20; 95% CI,
1.27-3.79). CONCLUSIONS: African Americans were more likely
to hold beliefs about lung cancer that could interfere with
prevention and treatment.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1002/cncr.24923},
Key = {fds200765}
}
@article{pmid20186766,
Author = {Lathan, CS and Okechukwu, C and Drake, BF and Bennett,
GG},
Title = {Racial differences in the perception of lung cancer: the
2005 Health Information National Trends Survey.},
Journal = {Cancer},
Volume = {116},
Number = {8},
Pages = {1981-1986},
Year = {2010},
Month = {April},
ISSN = {0008-543X},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/cncr.24923},
Abstract = {<h4>Background</h4>Racial disparities in lung cancer have
been described well in the literature; however, little is
known about perceptions of lung cancer in the general
population and whether these perceptions differ by
race.<h4>Methods</h4>Data were obtained from the 2005 Health
Information National Trends Survey (HINTS) survey. The
authors used a sample design of random digit dialing of
listed telephone exchanges in the United States. Complete
interviews were conducted with 5491 adults, including 1872
respondents who were assigned to receive questions
pertaining to lung cancer. All analyses were conducted on
this subset of respondents. A statistical software program
was used to calculate chi-square tests and to perform
logistic regression analyses that would model racial
differences in perceptions of lung cancer. All estimates
were weighted to be nationally representative of the US
population; a jack-knife weighting method was used for
parameter estimation.<h4>Results</h4>Black patients and
white patients shared many of the same beliefs about lung
cancer mortality, and etiology. African Americans were more
likely than whites 1) to agree that it is hard to follow
recommendations about preventing lung cancer (odds ratio
[OR], 2.05; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1.19-3.53), 2) to
avoid an evaluation for lung cancer for fear that they have
the disease (OR, 3.32; 95% CI, 1.84-5.98), and 3) to believe
that patients with lung cancer would have pain or other
symptoms before diagnosis (OR, 2.20; 95% CI,
1.27-3.79).<h4>Conclusions</h4>African Americans were more
likely to hold beliefs about lung cancer that could
interfere with prevention and treatment.},
Doi = {10.1002/cncr.24923},
Key = {pmid20186766}
}
@article{fds290503,
Author = {Whiteley, JA and Pischke, CR and Bennett, GG},
Title = {COACHING DOES NOT CONFER ADDITIONAL BENEFIT FOR WEIGHT LOSS
AMONG LOWER INCOME WOMEN USING HANDHELD COMPUTERS FOR
SELF-MONITORING},
Journal = {ANNALS OF BEHAVIORAL MEDICINE},
Volume = {39},
Pages = {58-58},
Publisher = {SPRINGER},
Year = {2010},
Month = {April},
ISSN = {0883-6612},
url = {http://gateway.webofknowledge.com/gateway/Gateway.cgi?GWVersion=2&SrcApp=PARTNER_APP&SrcAuth=LinksAMR&KeyUT=WOS:000275841700224&DestLinkType=FullRecord&DestApp=ALL_WOS&UsrCustomerID=47d3190e77e5a3a53558812f597b0b92},
Key = {fds290503}
}
@article{pmid19696764,
Author = {Bennett, GG and Herring, SJ and Puleo, E and Stein, EK and Emmons, KM and Gillman, MW},
Title = {Web-based weight loss in primary care: a randomized
controlled trial.},
Journal = {Obesity (Silver Spring, Md.)},
Volume = {18},
Number = {2},
Pages = {308-313},
Year = {2010},
Month = {February},
url = {http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19696764},
Abstract = {Evidence is lacking regarding effective and sustainable
weight loss approaches for use in the primary care setting.
We conducted a 12-week randomized controlled trial to
evaluate the short-term efficacy of a web-based weight loss
intervention among 101 primary care patients with obesity
and hypertension. Patients had access to a comprehensive
website that used a moderate-intensity weight loss approach
designed specifically for web-based implementation. Patients
also participated in four (two in-person and two telephonic)
counseling sessions with a health coach. Intent-to-treat
analysis showed greater weight loss at 3 months (-2.56 kg;
95% CI -3.60, -1.53) among intervention participants (-2.28
+/- 3.21 kg), relative to usual care (0.28 +/- 1.87 kg).
Similar findings were observed among intervention completers
(-3.05 kg; 95% CI -4.24, -1.85). High rates of participant
retention (84%) and website utilization were observed, with
the greatest weight loss found among those with a high
frequency of website logins (quartile 4 vs. 1: -4.16 kg; 95%
CI -1.47, -6.84). The intervention's approach promoted
moderate weight loss at 12 weeks, though greater weight loss
was observed among those with higher levels of website
utilization. Efficacious web-based weight loss interventions
can be successfully offered in the primary care
setting.},
Doi = {10.1038/oby.2009.242},
Key = {pmid19696764}
}
@article{pmid20191921,
Author = {Whitfield, KE and Jonassaint, C and Brandon, D and Stanton, MV and Sims,
R and Bennett, G and Salva, J and Edwards, CL},
Title = {Does coping mediate the relationship between personality and
cardiovascular health in African Americans?},
Journal = {Journal of the National Medical Association},
Volume = {102},
Number = {2},
Pages = {95-100},
Year = {2010},
Month = {February},
ISSN = {1943-4693},
url = {http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20191921},
Abstract = {Few studies have examined traits or behaviors that may
predispose some African Americans to poor cardiovascular
health outcomes. While several models of personality exist,
the 5-factor model (FFM) is arguably the best representation
of personality and provides a useful framework for the study
of personality and health. Among personality characteristics
associated with health risks among African Americans, a
high-effort coping style called John Henryism is among the
most thoroughly examined. It is not clear if personality
coping and health are connected in a meaningful way. The
present study utilized data from the Baltimore Study of
Black Aging (BSBA) to examine whether personality was linked
to John Henryism, how personality might be linked to
cardiovascular health, and how John Henryism might mediate
the relationship between personality and cardiovascular
health. The sample consisted of 234 older African Americans
(mean age, 67 years), 28% of which were men. Regressions
were used to examine the questions. The results indicated
that those who are more neurotic report more cardiovascular
health problems, and that openness and conscientiousness
were significant predictors of active coping. The mediation
analysis results suggest that coping style did not mediate
the relationship between personality and reports of
cardiovascular health problems. These findings highlight the
importance of personality in accounting for cardiovascular
health in African Americans.},
Doi = {10.1016/s0027-9684(15)30496-x},
Key = {pmid20191921}
}
@article{fds250716,
Author = {Chae, DH and Krieger, N and Bennett, GG and Lindsey, JC and Stoddard,
AM and Barbeau, EM},
Title = {Implications of discrimination based on sexuality, gender,
and race/ethnicity for psychological distress among
working-class sexual minorities: the United for Health
Study, 2003-2004.},
Journal = {International journal of health services : planning,
administration, evaluation},
Volume = {40},
Number = {4},
Pages = {589-608},
Year = {2010},
Month = {January},
ISSN = {0020-7314},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.2190/hs.40.4.b},
Keywords = {Adult • Bisexuality • Boston • Female •
Health Status Disparities* • Heterosexuality •
Homosexuality • Humans • Labor Unions •
Linear Models • Male • Middle Aged • Minority
Groups • Multivariate Analysis • Prejudice* •
Risk Factors • Socioeconomic Factors • Stress,
Psychological • epidemiology • epidemiology*
• ethnology • etiology • psychology •
psychology* • statistics & numerical
data},
Abstract = {This study investigated the distribution of demographic
characteristics, the prevalence of discrimination based on
sexuality, gender, and race, and relationships with
psychological distress among 178 working-class sexual
minorities (i.e., who identified as lesbian, gay, or
bisexual (LGB) or had ever engaged in same-sex sexual
behaviors) recruited to the United for Health Study
(2003-2004). The results indicated considerable
heterogeneity in responses to items assessing sexual
orientation and sexual behavior, with a majority of sexual
minority participants not identifying as LGB (74.2%). The
authors found significant demographic differences in LGB
identification by gender, race/ethnicity, nativity, and
socioeconomic factors. In addition, LGB participants had
higher levels of psychological distress than
non-LGB-identified sexual minorities. Linear regression
analyses revealed that reports of racial/ethnic
discrimination and sexuality discrimination were associated
with higher levels of psychological distress among sexual
minority participants. The results underscore the need to
collect multiple measures of sexuality in conducting
research on racially diverse working-class communities; to
consider demographic factors in collecting sexuality data;
and to disaggregate information on sexuality by LGB
identification. Findings also highlight the importance of
addressing discrimination in ameliorating problematic mental
health outcomes among working-class sexual
minorities.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.2190/hs.40.4.b},
Key = {fds250716}
}
@article{fds185505,
Author = {Hasson R and Marquez D and Bennett GG and Freedson P and Braun
B.},
Title = {Psychological Responses to Acute Exercise in Sedentary Black
and White Individuals},
Year = {2010},
Key = {fds185505}
}
@article{pmid21058533,
Author = {Chae, D. H. and Krieger, N. and Bennett, G. G. and Lindsey,
J. C. and Stoddard, A. M. and Barbeau, E.
M.},
Title = {{I}mplications of discrimination based on sexuality, gender,
and race/ethnicity for psychological distress among
working-class sexual minorities: the {U}nited for {H}ealth
{S}tudy, 2003-2004},
Journal = {Int J Health Serv},
Volume = {40},
Pages = {589--608},
Year = {2010},
Abstract = {This study investigated the distribution of demographic
characteristics, the prevalence of discrimination based on
sexuality, gender, and race, and relationships with
psychological distress among 178 working-class sexual
minorities (i.e., who identified as lesbian, gay, or
bisexual (LGB) or had ever engaged in same-sex sexual
behaviors) recruited to the United for Health Study
(2003-2004). The results indicated considerable
heterogeneity in responses to items assessing sexual
orientation and sexual behavior, with a majority of sexual
minority participants not identifying as LGB (74.2%). The
authors found significant demographic differences in LGB
identification by gender, race/ethnicity, nativity, and
socioeconomic factors. In addition, LGB participants had
higher levels of psychological distress than
non-LGB-identified sexual minorities. Linear regression
analyses revealed that reports of racial/ethnic
discrimination and sexuality discrimination were associated
with higher levels of psychological distress among sexual
minority participants. The results underscore the need to
collect multiple measures of sexuality in conducting
research on racially diverse working-class communities; to
consider demographic factors in collecting sexuality data;
and to disaggregate information on sexuality by LGB
identification. Findings also highlight the importance of
addressing discrimination in ameliorating problematic mental
health outcomes among working-class sexual
minorities.},
Key = {pmid21058533}
}
@article{fds200763,
Author = {KY Wolin and C Fagin and N Ufere and H Tuchman and GG
Bennett},
Title = {Physical activity in US Blacks: a systematic review and
critical examination of self-report instruments.},
Journal = {The international journal of behavioral nutrition and
physical activity},
Volume = {7},
Number = {4},
Pages = {73},
Year = {2010},
ISSN = {1479-5868},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1479-5868-7-73},
Keywords = {Adult • Bisexuality • Boston • Female •
Health Status Disparities* • Heterosexuality •
Homosexuality • Humans • Labor Unions •
Linear Models • Male • Middle Aged • Minority
Groups • Multivariate Analysis • Prejudice* •
Risk Factors • Socioeconomic Factors • Stress,
Psychological • epidemiology • epidemiology*
• ethnology • etiology • psychology •
psychology* • statistics & numerical
data},
Abstract = {BACKGROUND: Physical activity self-report instruments in the
US have largely been developed for and validated in White
samples. Despite calls to validate existing instruments in
more diverse samples, relatively few instruments have been
validated in US Blacks. Emerging evidence suggests that
these instruments may have differential validity in Black
populations. OBJECTIVE: This report reviews and evaluates
the validity and reliability of self-reported measures of
physical activity in Blacks and makes recommendations for
future directions. METHODS: A systematic literature review
was conducted to identify published reports with construct
or criterion validity evaluated in samples that included
Blacks. Studies that reported results separately for Blacks
were examined. RESULTS: The review identified 10 instruments
validated in nine manuscripts. Criterion validity
correlations tended to be low to moderate. No study has
compared the validity of multiple instruments in a single
sample of Blacks. CONCLUSIONS: There is a need for efforts
validating self-report physical activity instruments in
Blacks, particularly those evaluating the relative validity
of instruments in a single sample.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1186/1479-5868-7-73},
Key = {fds200763}
}
@article{pmid19944922,
Author = {Shelton, RC and Puleo, E and Bennett, GG and McNeill, LH and Goldman,
RE and Emmons, KM},
Title = {Racial discrimination and physical activity among
low-income-housing residents.},
Journal = {American journal of preventive medicine},
Volume = {37},
Number = {6},
Pages = {541-545},
Year = {2009},
Month = {December},
ISSN = {0749-3797},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.amepre.2009.07.018},
Abstract = {<h4>Background</h4>Although discrimination has been
identified as a potential determinant of existing
racial/ethnic health disparities, no studies have
investigated whether racial discrimination contributes to
disparities in physical activity.<h4>Purpose</h4>The primary
aim of the current study was to examine the association
between interpersonal racial discrimination and physical
activity.<h4>Methods</h4>Baseline data were collected during
2004-2005 among a predominately black and Hispanic sample of
adult residents living in 12 low-income-housing sites in
Boston MA (n=1055). Residents reported experiences of
lifetime racial discrimination during interviewer-administered
surveys and wore a pedometer for 5 days to measure physical
activity. For analyses, performed in 2009, linear regression
models with a cluster design were conducted to predict
physical activity, measured as steps per
day.<h4>Results</h4>Nearly 48% of participants reported ever
experiencing racial discrimination, and discrimination was
most commonly experienced on the street or in a public
setting. No association was found between discrimination and
physical activity, when examined in bivariate,
multivariable, or race-stratified models.<h4>Conclusions</h4>The
current results indicate that self-reported racial
discrimination is not a key determinant of physical activity
among residents living in low-income housing. However,
additional research is warranted to address current
limitations of this study.},
Doi = {10.1016/j.amepre.2009.07.018},
Key = {pmid19944922}
}
@article{pmid19407807,
Author = {Fowler-Brown, AG and Bennett, GG and Goodman, MS and Wee, CC and Corbie-Smith, GM and James, SA},
Title = {Psychosocial stress and 13-year BMI change among blacks: the
Pitt County Study.},
Journal = {Obesity (Silver Spring, Md.)},
Volume = {17},
Number = {11},
Pages = {2106-2109},
Year = {2009},
Month = {November},
ISSN = {1930-7381},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1038/oby.2009.130},
Abstract = {Adverse psychosocial exposures may partially drive the high
rates of obesity among blacks. The objective of this study
was to prospectively examine the relationship between
perceived psychosocial stress and percent change in BMI
among adult black men and women. We used data from 756 women
and 416 men who were participants in the Pitt County Study,
a community-based, prospective cohort study of blacks in
eastern North Carolina. Participants were aged 25-50 years
of age on entry into the study in 1988 and follow-up was
obtained in 2001. Using multivariable linear regression, we
calculated the adjusted mean percentage change in BMI over
the follow-up period for each tertile of baseline measures
of the Perceived Stress Scale (low, medium, and high),
adjusted for potential confounders. For black women, higher
levels of psychosocial stress at baseline predicted higher
adjusted percentage increase in BMI over the 13-year
follow-up: low stress 12.0% (95% CI 9.6-14.4), medium stress
16.3% (95% CI 13.7-18.9), and high stress 15.5% (95% CI
13.1-17.8). For black men, perceived stress was not
associated with percent BMI change. These data suggest that
interventions targeting obesity in black women should
consider the potential impact of emotional stress on weight
change.},
Doi = {10.1038/oby.2009.130},
Key = {pmid19407807}
}
@article{fds200770,
Author = {GG Bennett and KY Wolin and EM Puleo and LC Mâsse and AA
Atienza},
Title = {Awareness of national physical activity recommendations for
health promotion among US adults.},
Journal = {Medicine and science in sports and exercise},
Volume = {41},
Number = {10},
Pages = {1849-55},
Year = {2009},
Month = {October},
ISSN = {1530-0315},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1249/MSS.0b013e3181a52100},
Keywords = {Cross-Sectional Studies • Exercise* • Female
• Guidelines as Topic* • Health Communication
• Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice* • Health
Promotion • Humans • Male • Middle Aged
• Sex Factors • Socioeconomic Factors •
United States},
Abstract = {OBJECTIVE: To examine whether knowledge of the 1995 Centers
for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the American
College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) national physical activity
recommendations varies by sociodemographic, behavioral, and
communication-related factors. METHODS: Cross-sectional
analyses of 2381 participants in the 2005 Health Information
National Trends Survey, a national probability sample of the
US population contacted via random-digit dial. RESULTS: Only
a third of respondents were accurately knowledgeable of the
CDC/ACSM physical activity recommendations. Recommendation
knowledge was higher among women (OR = 1.70; 95% confidence
interval (CI) = 1.35-2.14) than men, the employed compared
with those not currently working (OR = 0.73; 95% CI =
0.55-0.95), foreign-born individuals (OR = 1.62; 95% CI =
1.15-2.30) compared with the US-born, and those meeting
CDC/ACSM recommendations vs those who do not (OR = 0.74; 95%
CI = 0.58-0.96). CONCLUSIONS: There is not widespread
knowledge of the consensus national physical activity
recommendations. These findings highlight the need for more
effective campaigns to promote physical activity among the
American public.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1249/MSS.0b013e3181a52100},
Key = {fds200770}
}
@article{pmid19727030,
Author = {Bennett, GG and Wolin, KY and Puleo, EM and Mâsse, LC and Atienza,
AA},
Title = {Awareness of national physical activity recommendations for
health promotion among US adults.},
Journal = {Medicine and science in sports and exercise},
Volume = {41},
Number = {10},
Pages = {1849-1855},
Year = {2009},
Month = {October},
url = {http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19727030},
Abstract = {<h4>Purpose</h4>To examine whether knowledge of the 1995
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the
American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) national physical
activity recommendations varies by sociodemographic,
behavioral, and communication-related factors.<h4>Methods</h4>Cross-sectional
analyses of 2381 participants in the 2005 Health Information
National Trends Survey, a national probability sample of the
US population contacted via random-digit
dial.<h4>Results</h4>Only a third of respondents were
accurately knowledgeable of the CDC/ACSM physical activity
recommendations. Recommendation knowledge was higher among
women (OR = 1.70; 95% confidence interval (CI) = 1.35-2.14)
than men, the employed compared with those not currently
working (OR = 0.73; 95% CI = 0.55-0.95), foreign-born
individuals (OR = 1.62; 95% CI = 1.15-2.30) compared with
the US-born, and those meeting CDC/ACSM recommendations vs
those who do not (OR = 0.74; 95% CI = 0.58-0.96).<h4>Conclusions</h4>There
is not widespread knowledge of the consensus national
physical activity recommendations. These findings highlight
the need for more effective campaigns to promote physical
activity among the American public.},
Doi = {10.1249/mss.0b013e3181a52100},
Key = {pmid19727030}
}
@article{fds250780,
Author = {Greaney, ML and Quintiliani, LM and Warner, ET and King, DK and Emmons,
KM and Colditz, GA and Glasgow, RE and Bennett, GG},
Title = {Weight management among patients at community health
centers: The "be Fit, Be Well" study},
Journal = {Obesity and Weight Management},
Volume = {5},
Number = {5},
Pages = {222-228},
Publisher = {MARY ANN LIEBERT, INC},
Year = {2009},
Month = {October},
ISSN = {1948-6553},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1089/obe.2009.0507},
Doi = {10.1089/obe.2009.0507},
Key = {fds250780}
}
@article{fds200767,
Author = {DP Heil and GG Bennett and KS Bond, MD Webster and KY
Wolin},
Title = {Influence of activity monitor location and bout duration on
free-living physical activity.},
Journal = {Research quarterly for exercise and sport},
Volume = {80},
Number = {3},
Pages = {424-33},
Year = {2009},
Month = {September},
ISSN = {0270-1367},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.amepre.2009.07.018},
Keywords = {Adult • Analysis of Variance • Energy Metabolism
• Female • Humans • Male • Monitoring,
Physiologic • Motor Activity* • Questionnaires
• Time Factors • Walking • instrumentation*
• physiology*},
Abstract = {The purpose of this study was to evaluate the influence of
the location (ankle, hip, wrist) where an activity monitor
(AM) is worn and of the minimum bout duration (BD) on
physical activity (PA) variables during free-living
monitoring. Study 1 participants wore AMs at three locations
for 1 day while wearing the Intelligent Device for Energy
Expenditure and Activity (IDEEA) system. Study 2
participants wore AMs at the same locations for 3 days.
Variables included time (T(MV), min/day) and AEE (AEE(MV)
kcal/day) for each monitor location and BD above a
moderate-vigorous (MV) intensity. T(MV) and AEE(MV) in Study
1 were similar across AMs to IDEEA values at BD = 10 min, as
was T(MV) in Study 2. This suggests that ankle-, wrist- and
hip-worn AMs can provide similar PA outcome values during
free-living monitoring at 10-min BDs.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1016/j.amepre.2009.07.018},
Key = {fds200767}
}
@article{pmid19765309,
Author = {McNeill, LH and Coeling, M and Puleo, E and Suarez, EG and Bennett, GG and Emmons, KM},
Title = {Colorectal cancer prevention for low-income,
sociodemographically-diverse adults in public housing:
baseline findings of a randomized controlled
trial.},
Journal = {BMC public health},
Volume = {9},
Pages = {353},
Year = {2009},
Month = {September},
ISSN = {1471-2458},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1471-2458-9-353},
Abstract = {<h4>Background</h4>This paper presents the study design,
intervention components, and baseline data from Open Doors
to Health, a study designed to address social contextual
factors in colorectal cancer (CRC) prevention for
low-income, racial/ethnic minority populations.<h4>Methods</h4>A
cluster randomized design with 12 housing sites as the
primary sampling units was used: 6 sites were assigned to a
"Peer-led plus Screening Access" (PL) condition, and 6 were
assigned to "Screening Access only" (SCR) condition.
Study-related outcomes were CRC screening, physical activity
(measured as mean steps/day), and multivitamin
use.<h4>Results</h4>At baseline (unweighted sample size =
1554), two-thirds self-reported that they were current with
screening recommendations for CRC (corrected for medical
records validation, prevalence was 52%), with half having
received a colonoscopy (54%); 96% had health insurance. Mean
steps per day was 5648 (se mean = 224), and on average 28%
of the sample reported regular multivitamin use. Residents
reported high levels of social support [mean = 4.40 (se =
.03)] and moderately extensive social networks [mean = 2.66
(se = .02)].<h4>Conclusion</h4>Few studies have conducted
community-based studies in public housing communities; these
data suggest areas for improvement and future opportunities
for intervention development and dissemination. Findings
from the randomized trial will determine the effectiveness
of the intervention on our health-related outcomes as well
as inform future avenues of research.},
Doi = {10.1186/1471-2458-9-353},
Key = {pmid19765309}
}
@article{pmid19791628,
Author = {Heil, DP and Bennett, GG and Bond, KS and Webster, MD and Wolin,
KY},
Title = {Influence of activity monitor location and bout duration on
free-living physical activity.},
Journal = {Research quarterly for exercise and sport},
Volume = {80},
Number = {3},
Pages = {424-433},
Year = {2009},
Month = {September},
ISSN = {0270-1367},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/02701367.2009.10599580},
Abstract = {The purpose of this study was to evaluate the influence of
the location (ankle, hip, wrist) where an activity monitor
(AM) is worn and of the minimum bout duration (BD) on
physical activity (PA) variables during free-living
monitoring. Study 1 participants wore AMs at three locations
for 1 day while wearing the Intelligent Device for Energy
Expenditure and Activity (IDEEA) system. Study 2
participants wore AMs at the same locations for 3 days.
Variables included time (T(MV), min/day) and AEE (AEE(MV)
kcal/day) for each monitor location and BD above a
moderate-vigorous (MV) intensity. T(MV) and AEE(MV) in Study
1 were similar across AMs to IDEEA values at BD = 10 min, as
was T(MV) in Study 2. This suggests that ankle-, wrist- and
hip-worn AMs can provide similar PA outcome values during
free-living monitoring at 10-min BDs.},
Doi = {10.1080/02701367.2009.10599580},
Key = {pmid19791628}
}
@article{fds200772,
Author = {GG Bennett and M Scharoun-Lee and R Tucker-Seeley},
Title = {Will the public's health fall victim to the home foreclosure
epidemic?},
Journal = {PLoS medicine},
Volume = {6},
Number = {6},
Pages = {e1000087},
Year = {2009},
Month = {June},
ISSN = {1549-1676},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1371/journal.pmed.1000087},
Keywords = {Humans • Public Health • Socioeconomic Factors*
• Stress, Psychological • United States •
economics* • epidemiology* • etiology*},
Abstract = {Evidence is lacking regarding effective and sustainable
weight loss approaches for use in the primary care setting.
We conducted a 12-week randomized controlled trial to
evaluate the short-term efficacy of a web-based weight loss
intervention among 101 primary care patients with obesity
and hypertension. Patients had access to a comprehensive
website that used a moderate-intensity weight loss approach
designed specifically for web-based implementation. Patients
also participated in four (two in-person and two telephonic)
counseling sessions with a health coach. Intent-to-treat
analysis showed greater weight loss at 3 months (-2.56 kg;
95% CI -3.60, -1.53) among intervention participants (-2.28
+/- 3.21 kg), relative to usual care (0.28 +/- 1.87 kg).
Similar findings were observed among intervention completers
(-3.05 kg; 95% CI -4.24, -1.85). High rates of participant
retention (84%) and website utilization were observed, with
the greatest weight loss found among those with a high
frequency of website logins (quartile 4 vs. 1: -4.16 kg; 95%
CI -1.47, -6.84). The intervention's approach promoted
moderate weight loss at 12 weeks, though greater weight loss
was observed among those with higher levels of website
utilization. Efficacious web-based weight loss interventions
can be successfully offered in the primary care
setting.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1371/journal.pmed.1000087},
Key = {fds200772}
}
@article{pmid19529755,
Author = {Bennett, GG and Scharoun-Lee, M and Tucker-Seeley,
R},
Title = {Will the public's health fall victim to the home foreclosure
epidemic?},
Journal = {PLoS medicine},
Volume = {6},
Number = {6},
Pages = {e1000087},
Year = {2009},
Month = {June},
url = {http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19529755},
Doi = {10.1371/journal.pmed.1000087},
Key = {pmid19529755}
}
@article{fds200778,
Author = {KY Wolin and GG Bennett and LH McNeill and G Sorensen and KM
Emmons},
Title = {Low discretionary time as a barrier to physical activity and
intervention uptake.},
Journal = {American journal of health behavior},
Volume = {32},
Number = {6},
Pages = {563-9},
Year = {2009},
Month = {January},
ISSN = {1087-3244},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.5555/ajhb.2008.32.6.563},
Keywords = {Adolescent • Adult • Aged • Aged, 80 and over
• Chronic Disease • Demography • Female
• Health Promotion* • Humans • Male •
Middle Aged • Motor Activity* • Social Class*
• Time Factors • Urban Population • Young
Adult • prevention & control* • statistics &
numerical data},
Abstract = {OBJECTIVE: To determine whether self-reported discretionary
time was associated with physical activity and uptake of a
physical activity promotion intervention in a multi-ethnic
urban sample. METHODS: We examined the association of
self-reported discretionary time with hours/week of
leisure-time physical activity at baseline and physical
activity intervention uptake. RESULTS: Low levels of
discretionary time were significantly (P<0.01) associated
with fewer hours/week (beta=-0.78, 95%CI=-1.34, -0.22) of
physical activity at baseline. Discretionary time was not
associated with physical activity intervention uptake.
CONCLUSIONS: Lack of discretionary time may serve as barrier
to physical activity, but its importance on intervention
uptake is less clear.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.5555/ajhb.2008.32.6.563},
Key = {fds200778}
}
@article{fds250714,
Author = {Whitfield, KE and Bromell, L and Bennett, G and Edwards,
CL},
Title = {Biobehavioral aspects on late-life morbidities},
Journal = {Annual Review of Gerontology and Geriatrics},
Volume = {29},
Number = {1},
Pages = {57-74},
Publisher = {Springer Publishing Company},
Year = {2009},
Month = {January},
ISSN = {0198-8794},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1891/0198-8794.29.57},
Doi = {10.1891/0198-8794.29.57},
Key = {fds250714}
}
@article{fds250715,
Author = {Shelton, RC and Puleo, E and Bennett, GG and McNeill, LH and Sorensen,
G and Emmons, KM},
Title = {The association between racial and gender discrimination and
body mass index among residents living in lower-income
housing.},
Journal = {Ethnicity & disease},
Volume = {19},
Number = {3},
Pages = {251-257},
Year = {2009},
Month = {January},
ISSN = {1049-510X},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.amepre.2009.07.018},
Keywords = {Adult • African Americans • Aged • Body Mass
Index* • Boston • Cluster Analysis • European
Continental Ancestry Group • Female • Health
Status Disparities • Health Surveys • Hispanic
Americans • Humans • Male • Middle Aged
• Obesity • Poverty • Prejudice* •
Public Housing • Sex Factors • diagnosis •
epidemiology • ethnology* • statistics & numerical
data • statistics & numerical data*},
Abstract = {<h4>Background</h4>Research on the association between
self-reported racial or gender discrimination and body mass
index (BMI) has been limited and inconclusive to date,
particularly among lower-income populations.<h4>Objectives</h4>The
aim of the current study was to examine the association
between self-reported racial and gender discrimination and
BMI among a sample of adult residents living in 12 urban
lower-income housing sites in Boston, Masschusetts
(USA).<h4>Methods</h4>Baseline survey data were collected
among 1,307 (weighted N = 1907) study participants. For
analyses, linear regression models with a cluster design
were conducted using SUDAAN and SAS statistical
software.<h4>Results</h4>Our sample was predominately Black
(weighted n = 956) and Hispanic (weighted n = 857), and
female (weighted n = 1420), with a mean age of 49.3 (SE:
.40) and mean BMI of 30.2 kg m(-2) (SE: .19). Nearly 47% of
participants reported ever experiencing racial
discrimination, and 24.8% reported ever experiencing gender
discrimination. In bivariate and multivariable linear
regression models, no main effect association was found
between either racial or gender discrimination and
BMI.<h4>Conclusions</h4>While our findings suggest that
self-reported discrimination is not a key determinant of BMI
among lower-income housing residents, these results should
be considered in light of study limitations. Future
researchers may want to investigate this association among
other relevant samples, and other social contextual and
cultural factors should be explored to understand how they
contribute to disparities.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1016/j.amepre.2009.07.018},
Key = {fds250715}
}
@article{pmid19296777,
Author = {Bennett, GG and Glasgow, RE},
Title = {The delivery of public health interventions via the
Internet: actualizing their potential.},
Journal = {Annual review of public health},
Volume = {30},
Pages = {273-292},
Year = {2009},
Month = {January},
ISSN = {0163-7525},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1146/annurev.publhealth.031308.100235},
Abstract = {The Internet increasingly serves as a platform for the
delivery of public health interventions. The efficacy of
Internet interventions has been demonstrated across a wide
range of conditions. Much more work remains, however, to
enhance the potential for broad population dissemination of
Internet interventions. In this article, we examine the
effectiveness of Internet interventions, with particular
attention to their dissemination potential. We discuss
several considerations (characterizing reach rates,
minimizing attrition, promoting Web site utilization, use of
tailored messaging and social networking) that may improve
the implementation of Internet interventions and their
associated outcomes. We review factors that may influence
the adoption of Internet interventions in a range of
potential dissemination settings. Finally, we present
several recommendations for future research that highlight
the potential importance of better understanding
intervention reach, developing consensus regarding Web site
usage metrics, and more broadly integrating Web 2.0
functionality.},
Doi = {10.1146/annurev.publhealth.031308.100235},
Key = {pmid19296777}
}
@article{pmid19124867,
Author = {Emmons, KM and Lobb, R and Puleo, E and Bennett, G and Stoffel, E and Syngal, S},
Title = {Colorectal cancer screening: prevalence among low-income
groups with health insurance.},
Journal = {Health affairs (Project Hope)},
Volume = {28},
Number = {1},
Pages = {169-177},
Year = {2009},
Month = {January},
ISSN = {0278-2715},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1377/hlthaff.28.1.169},
Abstract = {We examined the prevalence of colorectal cancer (CRC)
screening in a low-income, racial/ethnic minority sample,
among whom 97 percent had health insurance that covered CRC
screening. This is a model for examining the impact of
health insurance on racial/ethnic disparities in screening.
Screening rates (67 percent self-reported; 52 percent
adjusted based on a validation substudy) were higher than
among similar population-based samples who have lower levels
of insurance coverage. There were no differences by
race/ethnicity. This study suggests that insurance coverage
for CRC screening should be considered as part of a
comprehensive approach to address CRC disparities.},
Doi = {10.1377/hlthaff.28.1.169},
Key = {pmid19124867}
}
@article{pmid19493091,
Author = {Ashe, M and Bennett, G and Economos, C and Goodman, E and Schilling, J and Quintiliani, L and Rosenbaum, S and Vincent, J and Must,
A},
Title = {Assessing coordination of legal-based efforts across
jurisdictions and sectors for obesity prevention and
control.},
Journal = {The Journal of law, medicine & ethics : a journal of the
American Society of Law, Medicine & Ethics},
Volume = {37 Suppl 1},
Number = {SUPPL. 1},
Pages = {45-54},
Year = {2009},
Month = {January},
ISSN = {1073-1105},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1748-720x.2009.00391.x},
Doi = {10.1111/j.1748-720x.2009.00391.x},
Key = {pmid19493091}
}
@article{pmid19493095,
Author = {Must, A and Bennett, G and Economos, C and Goodman, E and Schilling, J and Quintiliani, L and Rosenbaum, S and Vincent, J and Ashe,
M},
Title = {Improving coordination of legal-based efforts across
jurisdictions and sectors for obesity prevention and
control.},
Journal = {The Journal of law, medicine & ethics : a journal of the
American Society of Law, Medicine & Ethics},
Volume = {37 Suppl 1},
Number = {SUPPL. 1},
Pages = {90-98},
Year = {2009},
Month = {January},
ISSN = {1073-1105},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1748-720x.2009.00395.x},
Doi = {10.1111/j.1748-720x.2009.00395.x},
Key = {pmid19493095}
}
@article{pmid19769005,
Author = {Shelton, R. C. and Puleo, E. and Bennett, G. G. and McNeill,
L. H. and Sorensen, G. and Emmons, K. M.},
Title = {{T}he association between racial and gender discrimination
and body mass index among residents living in lower-income
housing},
Journal = {Ethn Dis},
Volume = {19},
Pages = {251--257},
Year = {2009},
Abstract = {While our findings suggest that self-reported discrimination
is not a key determinant of BMI among lower-income housing
residents, these results should be considered in light of
study limitations. Future researchers may want to
investigate this association among other relevant samples,
and other social contextual and cultural factors should be
explored to understand how they contribute to
disparities.},
Key = {pmid19769005}
}
@article{fds200769,
Author = {LH McNeill and M Coeling and E Puleo and EG Suarez and GG Bennett and KM
Emmons},
Title = {Colorectal cancer prevention for low-income,
sociodemographically-diverse adults in public housing:
baseline findings of a randomized controlled
trial.},
Journal = {BMC public health},
Volume = {9},
Number = {3},
Pages = {353},
Year = {2009},
ISSN = {1471-2458},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1471-2458-9-353},
Keywords = {Adult • African Americans • Aged • Body Mass
Index* • Boston • Cluster Analysis • European
Continental Ancestry Group • Female • Health
Status Disparities • Health Surveys • Hispanic
Americans • Humans • Male • Middle Aged
• Obesity • Poverty • Prejudice* •
Public Housing • Sex Factors • diagnosis •
epidemiology • ethnology* • statistics & numerical
data • statistics & numerical data*},
Abstract = {BACKGROUND: This paper presents the study design,
intervention components, and baseline data from Open Doors
to Health, a study designed to address social contextual
factors in colorectal cancer (CRC) prevention for
low-income, racial/ethnic minority populations. METHODS: A
cluster randomized design with 12 housing sites as the
primary sampling units was used: 6 sites were assigned to a
"Peer-led plus Screening Access" (PL) condition, and 6 were
assigned to "Screening Access only" (SCR) condition.
Study-related outcomes were CRC screening, physical activity
(measured as mean steps/day), and multivitamin use. RESULTS:
At baseline (unweighted sample size = 1554), two-thirds
self-reported that they were current with screening
recommendations for CRC (corrected for medical records
validation, prevalence was 52%), with half having received a
colonoscopy (54%); 96% had health insurance. Mean steps per
day was 5648 (se mean = 224), and on average 28% of the
sample reported regular multivitamin use. Residents reported
high levels of social support [mean = 4.40 (se = .03)] and
moderately extensive social networks [mean = 2.66 (se =
.02)]. CONCLUSIONS: Few studies have conducted
community-based studies in public housing communities; these
data suggest areas for improvement and future opportunities
for intervention development and dissemination. Findings
from the randomized trial will determine the effectiveness
of the intervention on our health-related outcomes as well
as inform future avenues of research.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1186/1471-2458-9-353},
Key = {fds200769}
}
@article{pmid18478340,
Author = {Emmons, K and Puleo, E and McNeill, LH and Bennett, G and Chan, S and Syngal, S},
Title = {Colorectal cancer screening awareness and intentions among
low income, sociodemographically diverse adults under age
50.},
Journal = {Cancer causes & control : CCC},
Volume = {19},
Number = {10},
Pages = {1031-1041},
Year = {2008},
Month = {December},
ISSN = {0957-5243},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10552-008-9167-0},
Abstract = {Colorectal cancer (CRC) screening rates in the US are
suboptimal, particularly among lower income and
racial/ethnically diverse groups. If specific populations
have limited awareness of screening when they reach age 50,
there may be delays in screening adoption. This study
investigated sociodemographic and social contextual factors
associated with awareness of CRC and intentions to be
screened at age 50 among 692 low income, racial, and ethnic
minority adults living in low income housing. The majority
of respondents (62%) were between ages 30 and 49, and 94%
had some form of health insurance (e.g., Medicaid). About
70% reported having heard about CRC screening; 66% reported
intentions to be screened at age 50. In multivariable
analyses, screening awareness was associated with age and
education. Immigrants who had English as a second language
had lower awareness. Females tended to have higher awareness
if they had private insurance; there were no differences
among males. Multivariable analyses found that screening
intentions were higher among men, those with more role
responsibilities, more role conflicts, and higher levels of
social cohesion. It is important to identify opportunities
for maximizing screening uptake among those who become
age-eligible for screening if we are to make a significant
impact on CRC disparities.},
Doi = {10.1007/s10552-008-9167-0},
Key = {pmid18478340}
}
@article{pmid18854501,
Author = {Chae, D. H. and Takeuchi, D. T. and Barbeau, E. M. and Bennett, G. G. and Lindsey, J. C. and Stoddard, A. M. and Krieger, N.},
Title = {{A}lcohol disorders among {A}sian {A}mericans: associations
with unfair treatment, racial/ethnic discrimination, and
ethnic identification (the national {L}atino and {A}sian
{A}mericans study, 2002-2003)},
Journal = {J Epidemiol Community Health},
Volume = {62},
Pages = {973--979},
Year = {2008},
Month = {November},
Abstract = {Social hazards such as unfair treatment and racial/ethnic
discrimination should be considered in the development of
programmes addressing alcohol disorders among Asian
Americans. Interventions that promote ethnic identification
in this population may be particularly relevant in
mitigating the negative influence of racial/ethnic
discrimination on alcohol disorders.},
Key = {pmid18854501}
}
@article{fds250712,
Author = {Chae, DH and Takeuchi, DT and Barbeau, EM and Bennett, GG and Lindsey,
JC and Stoddard, AM and Krieger, N},
Title = {Alcohol disorders among Asian Americans: associations with
unfair treatment, racial/ethnic discrimination, and ethnic
identification (the national Latino and Asian Americans
study, 2002-2003).},
Journal = {Journal of epidemiology and community health},
Volume = {62},
Number = {11},
Pages = {973-979},
Year = {2008},
Month = {November},
ISSN = {0143-005X},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/jech.2007.066811},
Keywords = {Adult • Alcohol-Related Disorders • Asian
Americans • Cross-Sectional Studies • Culture
• Female • Humans • Male • Prejudice*
• Race Relations • United States •
epidemiology • ethnology* • psychology •
psychology*},
Abstract = {<h4>Study objective</h4>To examine history of alcohol
abuse/dependence disorder in relation to unfair treatment,
racial/ethnic discrimination, and ethnic identification
among Asian Americans.<h4>Design</h4>Weighted multivariate
analyses of cross-sectional national survey data predicting
lifetime history of alcohol abuse/dependence
disorders.<h4>Setting</h4>USA, Asian Americans.<h4>Participants</h4>2007
Asian American adults recruited to the National Latino and
Asian American Study (NLAAS; 2002-2003).<h4>Results</h4>Controlling
for sociodemographic characteristics, Asian Americans who
reported experiencing unfair treatment had higher odds of
history of alcohol abuse/dependence disorder (OR 5.26, 95%
CI 1.90 to 14.56). Participants who reported high levels of
ethnic identification had lower odds of history of alcohol
abuse/dependence disorders (OR 0.46, 95% CI 0.23 to 0.90).
Ethnic identification moderated the influence of
racial/ethnic discrimination (p = 0.097). Among participants
with low levels of ethnic identification, racial/ethnic
discrimination was associated with greater odds of having a
history of alcohol disorder compared with those with high
levels of ethnic identification.<h4>Conclusions</h4>Social
hazards such as unfair treatment and racial/ethnic
discrimination should be considered in the development of
programmes addressing alcohol disorders among Asian
Americans. Interventions that promote ethnic identification
in this population may be particularly relevant in
mitigating the negative influence of racial/ethnic
discrimination on alcohol disorders.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1136/jech.2007.066811},
Key = {fds250712}
}
@article{pmid18442336,
Author = {Wolin, KY and Bennett, GG and McNeill, LH and Sorensen, G and Emmons,
KM},
Title = {Low discretionary time as a barrier to physical activity and
intervention uptake.},
Journal = {American journal of health behavior},
Volume = {32},
Number = {6},
Pages = {563-569},
Year = {2008},
Month = {November},
ISSN = {1087-3244},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.5555/ajhb.2008.32.6.563},
Abstract = {<h4>Objective</h4>To determine whether self-reported
discretionary time was associated with physical activity and
uptake of a physical activity promotion intervention in a
multi-ethnic urban sample.<h4>Methods</h4>We examined the
association of self-reported discretionary time with
hours/week of leisure-time physical activity at baseline and
physical activity intervention uptake.<h4>Results</h4>Low
levels of discretionary time were significantly (P<0.01)
associated with fewer hours/week (beta=-0.78, 95%CI=-1.34,
-0.22) of physical activity at baseline. Discretionary time
was not associated with physical activity intervention
uptake.<h4>Conclusion</h4>Lack of discretionary time may
serve as barrier to physical activity, but its importance on
intervention uptake is less clear.},
Doi = {10.5555/ajhb.2008.32.6.563},
Key = {pmid18442336}
}
@article{fds200776,
Author = {KY Wolin and DP Heil and S Askew and CE Matthews and GG
Bennett},
Title = {Validation of the International Physical Activity
Questionnaire-Short among Blacks.},
Journal = {Journal of physical activity & health},
Volume = {5},
Number = {5},
Pages = {746-60},
Year = {2008},
Month = {September},
ISSN = {1543-3080},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/jech.2007.066811},
Keywords = {Adult • African Americans* • Aged • Boston
• Exercise* • Female • Humans •
Internationality* • Male • Middle Aged •
Monitoring, Ambulatory • Questionnaires • Young
Adult • instrumentation • standards*},
Abstract = {BACKGROUND: The International Physical Activity
Questionnaire-Short Form (IPAQ-S) has been evaluated against
accelerometer-determined physical activity measures in small
homogenous samples of adults in the United States. There is
limited information about the validity of the IPAQ-S in
diverse US samples. METHODS: 142 Blacks residing in
low-income housing completed the IPAQ-S and wore an
accelerometer for up to 6 days. Both 1- and 10-minute
accelerometer bouts were used to define time spent in light,
moderate, and vigorous physical activity. RESULTS: We found
fair agreement between the IPAQ-S and accelerometer-determined
physical activity (r=.26 for 10-minute bout, r=.36 for
1-minute bout). Correlations were higher among men than
women. When we classified participants as meeting physical
activity recommendations, agreement was low (kappa=.04,
10-minute; kappa=.21, 1-minute); only 25% of individuals
were classified the same by both instruments (10-minute
bout). CONCLUSIONS: In one of the few studies to assess the
validity of a self-reported physical activity measure among
Blacks, we found moderate correlations with accelerometer
data, though correlations were weaker for women.
Correlations were smaller when IPAQ-S data were compared
using a 10- versus a 1-minute bout definition. There was
limited evidence for agreement between the instruments when
classifying participants as meeting physical activity
recommendations.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1136/jech.2007.066811},
Key = {fds200776}
}
@article{pmid18820348,
Author = {Wolin, KY and Heil, DP and Askew, S and Matthews, CE and Bennett,
GG},
Title = {Validation of the International Physical Activity
Questionnaire-Short among Blacks.},
Journal = {Journal of physical activity & health},
Volume = {5},
Number = {5},
Pages = {746-760},
Year = {2008},
Month = {September},
ISSN = {1543-3080},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1123/jpah.5.5.746},
Abstract = {<h4>Background</h4>The International Physical Activity
Questionnaire-Short Form (IPAQ-S) has been evaluated against
accelerometer-determined physical activity measures in small
homogenous samples of adults in the United States. There is
limited information about the validity of the IPAQ-S in
diverse US samples.<h4>Methods</h4>142 Blacks residing in
low-income housing completed the IPAQ-S and wore an
accelerometer for up to 6 days. Both 1- and 10-minute
accelerometer bouts were used to define time spent in light,
moderate, and vigorous physical activity.<h4>Results</h4>We
found fair agreement between the IPAQ-S and
accelerometer-determined physical activity (r=.26 for
10-minute bout, r=.36 for 1-minute bout). Correlations were
higher among men than women. When we classified participants
as meeting physical activity recommendations, agreement was
low (kappa=.04, 10-minute; kappa=.21, 1-minute); only 25% of
individuals were classified the same by both instruments
(10-minute bout).<h4>Conclusions</h4>In one of the few
studies to assess the validity of a self-reported physical
activity measure among Blacks, we found moderate
correlations with accelerometer data, though correlations
were weaker for women. Correlations were smaller when IPAQ-S
data were compared using a 10- versus a 1-minute bout
definition. There was limited evidence for agreement between
the instruments when classifying participants as meeting
physical activity recommendations.},
Doi = {10.1123/jpah.5.5.746},
Key = {pmid18820348}
}
@article{fds200787,
Author = {GG Bennett and KY Wolin and CA Okechukwu and CM Arthur and S Askew and G
Sorensen, KM Emmons},
Title = {Nativity and cigarette smoking among lower income blacks:
results from the Healthy Directions Study.},
Journal = {Journal of immigrant and minority health / Center for
Minority Public Health},
Volume = {10},
Number = {4},
Pages = {305-11},
Year = {2008},
Month = {August},
ISSN = {1557-1912},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10903-007-9088-0},
Keywords = {Acculturation • Africa • African Americans* •
Caribbean Region • Cross-Cultural Comparison •
Emigration and Immigration • Female • Humans
• Male • Middle Aged • Poverty • Smoking
• United States • epidemiology • ethnology
• ethnology* • statistics & numerical data •
statistics & numerical data*},
Abstract = {Blacks in the United States bear the greatest disease burden
associated with cigarette smoking. Previous studies have
shown that the rapidly increasing population of foreign-born
Blacks has lower smoking rates compared to their native-born
counterparts. However, less is known about whether cigarette
smoking among Blacks varies by region of birth (US, Africa,
or the Caribbean), generational status, or acculturation. We
examined the association between nativity and cigarette
smoking among 667 Black adult men and women enrolled in the
Harvard Cancer Prevention Program project. In multi-variable
analyses, US-born Blacks were more likely to be smokers
compared to those born in the Caribbean (OR = 0.16, 95% CI
0.08, and 0.34) or in Africa (OR = 0.24, 95% CI 0.08, and
0.74). Language acculturation was positively associated with
cigarette smoking (OR = 2.62, 95% CI 1.17, and 5.85). We
found that US-born Blacks were more likely to be current
cigarette smokers than those born in either Caribbean or
African countries. Our findings highlight the importance of
intervening early new Black immigrants to stem the uptake of
cigarette smoking behaviors as individuals become
acculturated.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1007/s10903-007-9088-0},
Key = {fds200787}
}
@article{pmid17924192,
Author = {Bennett, GG and Wolin, KY and Okechukwu, CA and Arthur, CM and Askew, S and Sorensen, G and Emmons, KM},
Title = {Nativity and cigarette smoking among lower income blacks:
results from the Healthy Directions Study.},
Journal = {Journal of immigrant and minority health},
Volume = {10},
Number = {4},
Pages = {305-311},
Year = {2008},
Month = {August},
ISSN = {1557-1912},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10903-007-9088-0},
Abstract = {Blacks in the United States bear the greatest disease burden
associated with cigarette smoking. Previous studies have
shown that the rapidly increasing population of foreign-born
Blacks has lower smoking rates compared to their native-born
counterparts. However, less is known about whether cigarette
smoking among Blacks varies by region of birth (US, Africa,
or the Caribbean), generational status, or acculturation. We
examined the association between nativity and cigarette
smoking among 667 Black adult men and women enrolled in the
Harvard Cancer Prevention Program project. In multi-variable
analyses, US-born Blacks were more likely to be smokers
compared to those born in the Caribbean (OR = 0.16, 95% CI
0.08, and 0.34) or in Africa (OR = 0.24, 95% CI 0.08, and
0.74). Language acculturation was positively associated with
cigarette smoking (OR = 2.62, 95% CI 1.17, and 5.85). We
found that US-born Blacks were more likely to be current
cigarette smokers than those born in either Caribbean or
African countries. Our findings highlight the importance of
intervening early new Black immigrants to stem the uptake of
cigarette smoking behaviors as individuals become
acculturated.},
Doi = {10.1007/s10903-007-9088-0},
Key = {pmid17924192}
}
@article{fds200777,
Author = {BF Drake and CS Lathan and CA Okechukwu and GG Bennett},
Title = {Racial differences in prostate cancer screening by family
history.},
Journal = {Annals of epidemiology},
Volume = {18},
Number = {7},
Pages = {579-83},
Year = {2008},
Month = {July},
ISSN = {1873-2585},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.annepidem.2008.02.004},
Keywords = {Adult • African Americans* • Aged • Attitude
to Health • European Continental Ancestry Group* •
Family Health • Genetic Predisposition to Disease
• Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice • Health
Surveys • Healthcare Disparities • Humans •
Male • Mass Screening • Middle Aged •
Prevalence • Prostate-Specific Antigen • Prostatic
Neoplasms • Risk Factors • United States •
analysis • diagnosis* • epidemiology •
ethnology • ethnology* • genetics •
utilization},
Abstract = {OBJECTIVE: Prostate cancer (CaP) is disproportionately
prevalent among black, compared to white, men. Additionally,
men with a family history of CaP have 75% to 80% higher risk
of CaP. Therefore we examined racial variation in the
association of family history of CaP and self-reported
prostate-specific antigen (PSA) testing in the
nationally-representative National Health Interview Survey
(NHIS). METHODS: Data were obtained from the 2005 NHIS,
including the Cancer Control Module supplement. We
restricted the study sample to men over the age of 40 who
reported having "ever heard of a PSA test" (N = 1,744). Men
were considered to have a positive family history if either
their biological father or at least one biological brother
had been diagnosed with CaP. SUDAAN 9.0 was used to perform
descriptive and multivariable logistic regression analyses.
RESULTS: Men with a family history of CaP were more likely
to have a PSA test than those who never had a PSA test (odds
ratio [OR] = 1.8; 95% confidence interval [CI]: 1.3-2.5).
Among blacks, men with a family history were not
significantly more likely to have a PSA test. CONCLUSIONS:
Despite having the highest risk of cancer, black men with a
family history are not screened more than black men without
a family history.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1016/j.annepidem.2008.02.004},
Key = {fds200777}
}
@article{pmid18486487,
Author = {Drake, BF and Lathan, CS and Okechukwu, CA and Bennett,
GG},
Title = {Racial differences in prostate cancer screening by family
history.},
Journal = {Annals of epidemiology},
Volume = {18},
Number = {7},
Pages = {579-583},
Year = {2008},
Month = {July},
ISSN = {1047-2797},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.annepidem.2008.02.004},
Abstract = {<h4>Purpose</h4>Prostate cancer (CaP) is disproportionately
prevalent among black, compared to white, men. Additionally,
men with a family history of CaP have 75% to 80% higher risk
of CaP. Therefore we examined racial variation in the
association of family history of CaP and self-reported
prostate-specific antigen (PSA) testing in the
nationally-representative National Health Interview Survey
(NHIS).<h4>Methods</h4>Data were obtained from the 2005
NHIS, including the Cancer Control Module supplement. We
restricted the study sample to men over the age of 40 who
reported having "ever heard of a PSA test" (N = 1,744). Men
were considered to have a positive family history if either
their biological father or at least one biological brother
had been diagnosed with CaP. SUDAAN 9.0 was used to perform
descriptive and multivariable logistic regression
analyses.<h4>Results</h4>Men with a family history of CaP
were more likely to have a PSA test than those who never had
a PSA test (odds ratio [OR] = 1.8; 95% confidence interval
[CI]: 1.3-2.5). Among blacks, men with a family history were
not significantly more likely to have a PSA
test.<h4>Conclusions</h4>Despite having the highest risk of
cancer, black men with a family history are not screened
more than black men without a family history.},
Doi = {10.1016/j.annepidem.2008.02.004},
Key = {pmid18486487}
}
@article{pmid18390023,
Author = {Edwards, C. L. and Bennett, G. G. and Wolin, K. Y. and Johnson, S. and Fowler, S. and Whitfield, K. E. and Askew,
S. and MacKinnon, D. and McDougald, C. and Hubbard, R. and Wellington, C. and Feliu, M. and Robinson,
E.},
Title = {{M}isestimation of peer tobacco use: understanding
disparities in tobacco use},
Journal = {J Natl Med Assoc},
Volume = {100},
Pages = {299--302},
Year = {2008},
Month = {March},
Abstract = {80% increase in the risk of smoking. These data highlight
the need to correct misinformation regarding smoking norms
among students at some HBCUs.},
Key = {pmid18390023}
}
@article{pmid18382032,
Author = {Wolin, K. Y. and Bennett, G. G.},
Title = {{I}nterrelations of socioeconomic position and occupational
and leisure-time physical activity in the {N}ational
{H}ealth and {N}utrition {E}xamination {S}urvey},
Journal = {J Phys Act Health},
Volume = {5},
Pages = {229--241},
Year = {2008},
Month = {March},
Abstract = {Our findings lend preliminary support to the hypothesis that
OPA is an important determinant of LTPA, particularly in
men. This provides additional support to calls for
assessment of OPA, particularly among individuals of low
social class.},
Key = {pmid18382032}
}
@article{fds200781,
Author = {DH Chae and DT Takeuchi and EM Barbeau and GG Bennett and J Lindsey and N
Krieger},
Title = {Unfair treatment, racial/ethnic discrimination, ethnic
identification, and smoking among Asian Americans in the
National Latino and Asian American Study.},
Journal = {American journal of public health},
Volume = {98},
Number = {3},
Pages = {485-92},
Year = {2008},
Month = {March},
ISSN = {1541-0048},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.2105/AJPH.2006.102012},
Keywords = {Adolescent • Adult • Aged • Aged, 80 and over
• Asian Americans* • Attitude to Health •
Continental Population Groups* • Cross-Sectional
Studies • Ethnic Groups • Female • Health
Behavior • Hispanic Americans* • Humans •
Male • Middle Aged • Prejudice* • Risk
Factors • Risk-Taking • Smoking •
Socioeconomic Factors • United States •
epidemiology • epidemiology* • ethnology •
psychology},
Abstract = {OBJECTIVE: We examined the relations of self-report of
general unfair treatment and self-report of
race/ethnicity-specific discrimination with current smoking
among Asian Americans. We investigated whether ethnic
identification moderated either association. METHODS:
Weighted logistic regressions were performed among 1977
Asian Americans recruited to the National Latino and Asian
American Study (2002-2003). RESULTS: In weighted
multivariate logistic regression models including both
general unfair treatment and racial/ethnic discrimination,
odds of current smoking were higher among Asian Americans
who reported high levels of unfair treatment (odds ratio
[OR]=2.80; 95% confidence interval [CI]=1.13, 6.95) and high
levels of racial/ethnic discrimination (OR=2.40; 95%
CI=0.94, 6.12) compared with those who reported no unfair
treatment and discrimination, respectively. High levels of
ethnic identification moderated racial/ethnic discrimination
(F(3) =3.25; P =.03). High levels of ethnic identification
were associated with lower probability of current smoking
among participants reporting high levels of racial/ethnic
discrimination. CONCLUSIONS: Our findings suggest that
experiences of unfair treatment and racial/ethnic
discrimination are risk factors for smoking among Asian
Americans. Efforts to promote ethnic identification may be
effective in mitigating the influence of racial/ethnic
discrimination on smoking in this population.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.2105/AJPH.2006.102012},
Key = {fds200781}
}
@article{fds250711,
Author = {Wolin, KY and Bennett, GG},
Title = {Interrelations of socioeconomic position and occupational
and leisure-time physical activity in the National Health
and Nutrition Examination Survey.},
Journal = {Journal of physical activity & health},
Volume = {5},
Number = {2},
Pages = {229-241},
Year = {2008},
Month = {March},
ISSN = {1543-3080},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1123/jpah.5.2.229},
Keywords = {Adult • Exercise • Female • Humans •
Leisure Activities • Linear Models • Male •
Nutrition Surveys* • Occupations • Social Class*
• United States • economics*},
Abstract = {<h4>Background</h4>The interrelations between various
physical activity domains have received little empirical
attention in the United States. Of particular interest,
given the potential applicability to traditionally
underserved communities, is the nature of the association
between occupational physical activity (OPA) and
leisure-time physical activity (LTPA).<h4>Methods</h4>5448
adult men and women who participated in NHANES 1999-2000
were included in analyses. Linear regression was used to
examine the bivariate and multivariable associations of OPA
and education with LTPA. Generalized logit models were used
to examine the association of education with
OPA.<h4>Results</h4>We found no association between
education and LTPA. OPA was significantly positively
associated with LTPA (P < .001). The association between OPA
and LTPA was not strongest among those with low education
and held only for men in gender-stratified analysis.
Education was inversely associated with OPA (P < .001) in
multivariable analysis.<h4>Conclusions</h4>Our findings lend
preliminary support to the hypothesis that OPA is an
important determinant of LTPA, particularly in men. This
provides additional support to calls for assessment of OPA,
particularly among individuals of low social
class.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1123/jpah.5.2.229},
Key = {fds250711}
}
@article{pmid18235073,
Author = {Chae, DH and Takeuchi, DT and Barbeau, EM and Bennett, GG and Lindsey,
J and Krieger, N},
Title = {Unfair treatment, racial/ethnic discrimination, ethnic
identification, and smoking among Asian Americans in the
National Latino and Asian American Study.},
Journal = {American journal of public health},
Volume = {98},
Number = {3},
Pages = {485-492},
Year = {2008},
Month = {March},
ISSN = {0090-0036},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.2105/ajph.2006.102012},
Abstract = {<h4>Objectives</h4>We examined the relations of self-report
of general unfair treatment and self-report of
race/ethnicity-specific discrimination with current smoking
among Asian Americans. We investigated whether ethnic
identification moderated either association.<h4>Methods</h4>Weighted
logistic regressions were performed among 1977 Asian
Americans recruited to the National Latino and Asian
American Study (2002-2003).<h4>Results</h4>In weighted
multivariate logistic regression models including both
general unfair treatment and racial/ethnic discrimination,
odds of current smoking were higher among Asian Americans
who reported high levels of unfair treatment (odds ratio
[OR]=2.80; 95% confidence interval [CI]=1.13, 6.95) and high
levels of racial/ethnic discrimination (OR=2.40; 95%
CI=0.94, 6.12) compared with those who reported no unfair
treatment and discrimination, respectively. High levels of
ethnic identification moderated racial/ethnic discrimination
(F(3) =3.25; P =.03). High levels of ethnic identification
were associated with lower probability of current smoking
among participants reporting high levels of racial/ethnic
discrimination.<h4>Conclusions</h4>Our findings suggest that
experiences of unfair treatment and racial/ethnic
discrimination are risk factors for smoking among Asian
Americans. Efforts to promote ethnic identification may be
effective in mitigating the influence of racial/ethnic
discrimination on smoking in this population.},
Doi = {10.2105/ajph.2006.102012},
Key = {pmid18235073}
}
@article{fds250772,
Author = {Edwards, CL and Bennett, GG and Wolin, KY and Johnson, S and Fowler, S and Whitfield, KE and Askew, S and MacKinnon, D and McDougald, C and Hubbard, R and Wellington, C and Feliu, M and Robinson,
E},
Title = {Misestimation of peer tobacco use: understanding disparities
in tobacco use.},
Journal = {J Natl Med Assoc},
Volume = {100},
Number = {3},
Pages = {299-302},
Year = {2008},
Month = {March},
ISSN = {1943-4693},
url = {http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18390023},
Keywords = {Adolescent • Adult • African Americans •
Attitude to Health • Cross-Sectional Studies •
Female • Health Behavior • Health Knowledge,
Attitudes, Practice • Health Status Disparities* •
Health Surveys • Humans • Male • Middle Aged
• Peer Group* • Research Design • Risk
Factors • Risk-Taking • Smoking • Social
Perception* • Students • Tobacco Use Disorder
• United States • Universities • epidemiology
• epidemiology* • statistics & numerical data
• statistics & numerical data*},
Abstract = {Blacks experience disproportionately elevated rates of
tobacco-related morbidity and mortality. Blacks experience
delayed smoking initiation relative to other racial/ethnic
groups, highlighting the importance of examining smoking
correlates occurring in late adolescence/early adulthood.
The current study reports data collected as part of an
ongoing collaborative effort to assess alcohol and drug use
on the campuses of historically black colleges and
universities (HBCUs). Two-thousand, two-hundred,
seventy-seven African-American subjects, aged 20.3 +/- 3.9
(range 18-53), completed the CORE Alcohol and Drug survey
and a brief demographic questionnaire. Results indicated
that 90% of all subjects overestimated the rate of smoking
among their peers. Overestimating was associated with a >
80% increase in the risk of smoking. These data highlight
the need to correct misinformation regarding smoking norms
among students at some HBCUs.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1016/s0027-9684(15)31242-6},
Key = {fds250772}
}
@article{fds290501,
Author = {Merritt, M and Roethel, A and Roche, K and Edwards, CL and Bennett, GG and Koenig, HG and Abdullah, M},
Title = {A non-linear role of religiosity in cardiovascular
reactivity to personally-relevant stress? The moderating
role of educational attainment},
Journal = {ANNALS OF BEHAVIORAL MEDICINE},
Volume = {35},
Pages = {S127-S127},
Publisher = {SPRINGER},
Year = {2008},
Month = {March},
ISSN = {0883-6612},
url = {http://gateway.webofknowledge.com/gateway/Gateway.cgi?GWVersion=2&SrcApp=PARTNER_APP&SrcAuth=LinksAMR&KeyUT=WOS:000259245500492&DestLinkType=FullRecord&DestApp=ALL_WOS&UsrCustomerID=47d3190e77e5a3a53558812f597b0b92},
Key = {fds290501}
}
@article{pmid19300604,
Author = {Edwards, C. L. and Raynor, R. D. and Feliu, M. and McDougald, C. and Johnson, S. and Schmechel, D. and Wood, M. and Bennett, G. G. and Saurona, P. and Bonner, M. and Wellington, C. and Decastro, L. M. and Whitworth, E. and Abrams, M. and Logue, P. and Edwards, L. and Martinez, S. and Whitfield, K. E.},
Title = {{N}europsychological assessment, neuroimaging, and
neuropsychiatric evaluation in pediatric and adult patients
with sickle cell disease ({S}{C}{D})},
Journal = {Neuropsychiatr Dis Treat},
Volume = {3},
Pages = {705--709},
Year = {2007},
Month = {December},
Abstract = {Traditionally, neuropsychological deficits due to Sickle
Cell Disease (SCD) have been understudied in adults. We have
begun to suspect, however, that symptomatic and asymptomatic
Cerebrovascular Events (CVE) may account for an alarming
number of deficits in this population. In the current brief
review, we critically evaluated the pediatric and adult
literatures on the neurocognitive effects of SCD. We
highlighted the studies that have been published on this
topic and posit that early detection of CVE via
neurocognitive testing, neuropsychiatric evaluations, and
neuroimaging may significantly reduce adult cognitive and
functional morbidities.},
Key = {pmid19300604}
}
@article{fds250710,
Author = {McNeill, LH and Puleo, E and Bennett, GG and Emmons,
KM},
Title = {Exploring social contextual correlates of computer ownership
and frequency of use among urban, low-income, public housing
adult residents.},
Journal = {Journal of medical Internet research},
Volume = {9},
Number = {4},
Pages = {e35},
Year = {2007},
Month = {December},
ISSN = {1438-8871},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.2196/jmir.9.4.e35},
Keywords = {Adult • African Americans • Aged • Computers
• Hispanic Americans • Humans • Middle Aged
• Ownership • Poverty • Public Housing •
Social Environment* • Urban Population •
statistics & numerical data • statistics & numerical
data* • utilization*},
Abstract = {<h4>Background</h4>As advances in computer access continue
to be made, there is a need to better understand the
challenges of increasing access for racial/ethnic
minorities, particularly among those with lower incomes.
Larger social contextual factors, such as social networks
and neighborhood factors, may influence computer ownership
and the number of places where individuals have access to
computers.<h4>Objectives</h4>We examined the associations of
sociodemographic and social contextual factors with computer
ownership and frequency of use among 1554 adults living in
urban public housing.<h4>Methods</h4>Bivariate associations
between dependent variables (computer ownership and regular
computer use) and independent variables were used to build
multivariable logistic models adjusted for age and site
clusters.<h4>Results</h4>Participants (N = total weighted
size of 2270) were on average 51.0 (+/- 21.4) years old,
primarily African American or Hispanic, and earned less than
US $20000 per year. More than half owned a computer, and 42%
were regular computer users. Reporting computer ownership
was more likely if participants lived above the poverty
level (OR = 1.78, 95% CI = 1.39-2.29), completed high school
(OR = 2.46, 95% CI = 1.70-3.55), were in financial hardship
(OR = 1.38, 95% CI = 1.06-1.81), were employed and
supervised others (OR = 1.94, 95% CI = 1.08-3.46), and had
multiple role responsibilities (OR = 2.18, 95% CI =
1.31-3.61). Regular computer use was more likely if
participants were non-Hispanic (OR = 1.94, 95% CI =
1.30-2.91), lived above the poverty level (OR = 2.84, 95% CI
= 1.90-4.24), completed high school (OR = 4.43, 95% CI =
3.04-6.46), were employed and supervised others (OR = 2.41,
95% CI = 1.37-4.22), felt safe in their neighborhood (OR =
1.57, 95% CI = 1.08-2.30), and had greater social network
ties (OR = 3.09, 95% CI = 1.26-7.59).<h4>Conclusions</h4>Disparities
in computer ownership and use are narrowing, even among
those with very low incomes; however, identifying factors
that contribute to disparities in access for these groups
will be necessary to ensure the efficacy of future
technology-based interventions. A unique finding of our
study is that it may be equally as important to consider
specific social contextual factors when trying to increase
access and use among low-income minorities, such as social
network ties, household responsibilities, and neighborhood
safety.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.2196/jmir.9.4.e35},
Key = {fds250710}
}
@article{fds250745,
Author = {Edwards, CL and Raynor, RD and Feliu, M and McDougald, C and Johnson, S and Schmechel, D and Wood, M and Bennett, GG and Saurona, P and Bonner, M and Wellington, C and DeCastro, LM and Whitworth, E and Abrams, M and Logue,
P and Edwards, L and Martinez, S and Whitfield, KE},
Title = {Neuropsychological assessment, neuroimaging, and
neuropsychiatric evaluation in pediatric and adult patients
with sickle cell disease (SCD).},
Journal = {Neuropsychiatr Dis Treat},
Volume = {3},
Number = {6},
Pages = {705-709},
Year = {2007},
Month = {December},
ISSN = {1176-6328},
url = {http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19300604},
Keywords = {Adult • African Americans • Aged • Computers
• Hispanic Americans • Humans • Middle Aged
• Ownership • Poverty • Public Housing •
Social Environment* • Urban Population •
statistics & numerical data • statistics & numerical
data* • utilization*},
Abstract = {Traditionally, neuropsychological deficits due to Sickle
Cell Disease (SCD) have been understudied in adults. We have
begun to suspect, however, that symptomatic and asymptomatic
Cerebrovascular Events (CVE) may account for an alarming
number of deficits in this population. In the current brief
review, we critically evaluated the pediatric and adult
literatures on the neurocognitive effects of SCD. We
highlighted the studies that have been published on this
topic and posit that early detection of CVE via
neurocognitive testing, neuropsychiatric evaluations, and
neuroimaging may significantly reduce adult cognitive and
functional morbidities.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.2147/ndt.s518},
Key = {fds250745}
}
@article{fds290497,
Author = {Wolin, KY and Bennett, GG and James, SA},
Title = {RACIAL SEGREGATION AND OBESITY AMONG BLACKS},
Journal = {ANNALS OF BEHAVIORAL MEDICINE},
Volume = {33},
Pages = {S30-S30},
Publisher = {SPRINGER},
Year = {2007},
Month = {December},
ISSN = {0883-6612},
url = {http://gateway.webofknowledge.com/gateway/Gateway.cgi?GWVersion=2&SrcApp=PARTNER_APP&SrcAuth=LinksAMR&KeyUT=WOS:000261185300114&DestLinkType=FullRecord&DestApp=ALL_WOS&UsrCustomerID=47d3190e77e5a3a53558812f597b0b92},
Key = {fds290497}
}
@article{pmid18020838,
Author = {Richman, LS and Bennett, GG and Pek, J and Siegler, I and Williams,
RB},
Title = {Discrimination, dispositions, and cardiovascular responses
to stress.},
Journal = {Health Psychol},
Volume = {26},
Number = {6},
Pages = {675-683},
Year = {2007},
Month = {November},
ISSN = {0278-6133},
url = {http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18020838},
Abstract = {OBJECTIVE: Recent research suggests that past exposure to
discrimination may influence perceptions of, and
physiological responses to, new challenges. The authors
examined how race and trait levels of hostility and optimism
interact with past exposure to discrimination to predict
physiological reactivity and recovery during an anger recall
task. DESIGN: A community sample of 165 normotensive Black
and White adults participated in an anger recall task while
having their cardiovascular function monitored. MAIN OUTCOME
MEASURES: Blood pressure and heart rate indicators of
physiological reactivity and recovery. RESULTS AND
CONCLUSION: Participants had higher reactivity and slower
recovery to the anger recall task when they had high past
discrimination, low cynicism, or high optimism. The pattern
of effects was similar for both racial groups, but Blacks
had more acute reactivity and slower recovery than Whites.
These results are consistent with the perspective of
discrimination as a chronic stressor that is related to
acute stress responses, particularly for
Blacks.},
Doi = {10.1037/0278-6133.26.6.675},
Key = {pmid18020838}
}
@article{pmid17951215,
Author = {Kontos, EZ and Bennett, GG and Viswanath, K},
Title = {Barriers and facilitators to home computer and internet use
among urban novice computer users of low socioeconomic
position.},
Journal = {Journal of medical Internet research},
Volume = {9},
Number = {4},
Pages = {e31},
Year = {2007},
Month = {October},
ISSN = {1438-8871},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.2196/jmir.9.4.e31},
Abstract = {<h4>Background</h4>Despite the increasing penetration of the
Internet and amount of online health information, there are
significant barriers that limit its widespread adoption as a
source of health information. One is the "digital divide,"
with people of higher socioeconomic position (SEP)
demonstrating greater access and usage compared to those
from lower SEP groups. However, as the access gap narrows
over time and more people use the Internet, a shift in
research needs to occur to explore how one might improve
Internet use as well as website design for a range of
audiences. This is particularly important in the case of
novice users who may not have the technical skills,
experience, or social connections that could help them
search for health information using the Internet. The focus
of our research is to investigate the challenges in the
implementation of a project to improve health information
seeking among low SEP groups. The goal of the project is not
to promote health information seeking as much as to
understand the barriers and facilitators to computer and
Internet use, beyond access, among members of lower SEP
groups in an urban setting.<h4>Objective</h4>The purpose was
to qualitatively describe participants' self-identified
barriers and facilitators to computer and Internet use
during a 1-year pilot study as well as the challenges
encountered by the research team in the delivery of the
intervention.<h4>Methods</h4>Between August and November
2005, 12 low-SEP urban individuals with no or limited
computer and Internet experience were recruited through a
snowball sampling. Each participant received a free computer
system, broadband Internet access, monthly computer training
courses, and technical support for 1 year as the
intervention condition. Upon completion of the study,
participants were offered the opportunity to complete an
in-depth semistructured interview. Interviews were
approximately 1 hour in length and were conducted by the
project director. The interviews were held in the
participants' homes and were tape recorded for accuracy.
Nine of the 12 study participants completed the
semistructured interviews. Members of the research team
conducted a qualitative analysis based on the transcripts
from the nine interviews using the crystallization/immersion
method.<h4>Results</h4>Nine of the 12 participants completed
the in-depth interview (75% overall response rate), with
three men and six women agreeing to be interviewed. Major
barriers to Internet use that were mentioned included time
constraints and family conflict over computer usage. The
monthly training classes and technical assistance components
of the intervention surfaced as the most important
facilitators to computer and Internet use. The concept of
received social support from other study members, such as
assistance with computer-related questions, also emerged as
an important facilitator to overall computer
usage.<h4>Conclusions</h4>This pilot study offers important
insights into the self-identified barriers and facilitators
in computer and Internet use among urban low-SEP novice
users as well as the challenges faced by the research team
in implementing the intervention.},
Doi = {10.2196/jmir.9.4.e31},
Key = {pmid17951215}
}
@article{pmid17958465,
Author = {Bennett, GG and McNeill, LH and Wolin, KY and Duncan, DT and Puleo, E and Emmons, KM},
Title = {Safe to walk? Neighborhood safety and physical activity
among public housing residents.},
Journal = {PLoS medicine},
Volume = {4},
Number = {10},
Pages = {1599-1607},
Year = {2007},
Month = {October},
ISSN = {1549-1277},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1371/journal.pmed.0040306},
Abstract = {<h4>Background</h4>Despite its health benefits, physical
inactivity is pervasive, particularly among those living in
lower-income urban communities. In such settings,
neighborhood safety may impact willingness to be regularly
physically active. We examined the association of perceived
neighborhood safety with pedometer-determined physical
activity and physical activity self-efficacy.<h4>Methods and
findings</h4>Participants were 1,180 predominantly
racial/ethnic minority adults recruited from 12 urban
low-income housing complexes in metropolitan Boston.
Participants completed a 5-d pedometer data-collection
protocol and self-reported their perceptions of neighborhood
safety and self-efficacy (i.e., confidence in the ability to
be physically active). Gender-stratified bivariate and
multivariable random effects models were estimated to
account for within-site clustering. Most participants
reported feeling safe during the day, while just over
one-third (36%) felt safe at night. We found no association
between daytime safety reports and physical activity among
both men and women. There was also no association between
night-time safety reports and physical activity among men (p
= 0.23) but women who reported feeling unsafe (versus safe)
at night showed significantly fewer steps per day (4,302
versus 5,178, p = 0.01). Perceiving one's neighborhood as
unsafe during the day was associated with significantly
lower odds of having high physical activity self-efficacy
among both men (OR 0.40, p = 0.01) and women (OR 0.68, p =
0.02).<h4>Conclusions</h4>Residing in a neighborhood that is
perceived to be unsafe at night is a barrier to regular
physical activity among individuals, especially women,
living in urban low-income housing. Feeling unsafe may also
diminish confidence in the ability to be more physically
active. Both of these factors may limit the effectiveness of
physical activity promotion strategies delivered in similar
settings.},
Doi = {10.1371/journal.pmed.0040306},
Key = {pmid17958465}
}
@article{pmid17655750,
Author = {Kaphingst, KA and Bennett, GG and Sorensen, G and Kaphingst, KM and O'Neil, AE and McInnis, K},
Title = {Body mass index, physical activity, and dietary behaviors
among members of an urban community fitness center: a
questionnaire survey.},
Journal = {BMC public health},
Volume = {7},
Pages = {181},
Year = {2007},
Month = {July},
ISSN = {1471-2458},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1471-2458-7-181},
Abstract = {<h4>Background</h4>Development of effective behavioral
interventions to promote weight control and physical
activity among diverse, underserved populations is a public
health priority. Community focused wellness organizations,
such as YMCAs, could provide a unique channel with which to
reach such populations. This study assessed health behaviors
and related characteristics of members of an urban YMCA
facility.<h4>Methods</h4>We surveyed 135 randomly selected
members of an urban YMCA facility in Massachusetts to
examine self-reported (1) physical activity, (2) dietary
behaviors, (3) body mass index, and (4) correlates of
behavior change among short-term (i.e., one year or less)
and long-term (i.e., more than one year) members. Chi-square
tests were used to assess bivariate associations between
variables, and multivariate linear regression models were
fit to examine correlates of health behaviors and weight
status.<h4>Results</h4>Eighty-nine percent of short-term and
94% of long-term members reported meeting current physical
activity recommendations. Only 24% of short-term and 19% of
long-term members met fruit and vegetable consumption
recommendations, however, and more than half were overweight
or obese. Length of membership was not significantly related
to weight status, dietary behaviors, or physical activity.
Most respondents were interested in changing health
behaviors, in the preparation stage of change, and had high
levels of self-efficacy to change behaviors. Short-term
members had less education (p = 0.02), lower household
incomes (p = 0.02), and were less likely to identify as
white (p = 0.005) than long-term members. In multivariate
models, females had lower BMI than males (p = 0.003) and
reported less physical activity (p = 0.008). Physical
activity was also inversely associated with age (p = 0.0004)
and education (p = 0.02).<h4>Conclusion</h4>Rates of
overweight/obesity and fruit and vegetable consumption
suggested that there is a need for a weight control
intervention among members of an urban community YMCA.
Membership in such a community wellness facility alone might
not be sufficient to help members maintain a healthy weight.
The data indicate that YMCA members are interested in making
changes in their dietary and physical activity behaviors.
Targeting newer YMCA members might be an effective way of
reaching underserved populations. These data will help
inform the development of a weight control intervention
tailored to this setting.},
Doi = {10.1186/1471-2458-7-181},
Key = {pmid17655750}
}
@article{pmid17572959,
Author = {McNeill, LH and Viswanath, K and Bennett, GG and Puleo, E and Emmons,
KM},
Title = {Feasibility of using a web-based nutrition intervention
among residents of multiethnic working-class
neighborhoods.},
Journal = {Preventing chronic disease},
Volume = {4},
Number = {3},
Pages = {A55},
Year = {2007},
Month = {July},
ISSN = {1545-1151},
Abstract = {<h4>Introduction</h4>Using the Internet to promote behavior
change is becoming more desirable as Internet use continues
to increase among diverse audiences. Yet we know very little
about whether this medium is useful or about different
strategies to encourage Internet use by various populations.
This pilot study tested the usefulness of a Web-based
intervention designed to deliver nutrition-related
information to and increase fruit and vegetable consumption
among adults from working-class neighborhoods.<h4>Methods</h4>Participants
(N = 52) had access to the Web site for 6 weeks and received
three e-mail reminders encouraging them to eat fruits and
vegetables. The Web site provided information about
overcoming barriers to healthy eating, accessing social
support for healthy eating, setting goals for healthy
eating, and maintaining a healthy diet, including recipes.
We collected data on participants' use of the Web site,
their Internet access and use, and their fruit and vegetable
consumption.<h4>Results</h4>The mean age of the participants
was 46 years, 73% were white, 46% did not have a college
degree, and 12% had household incomes at or below 185% of
the federal poverty index. They reported consuming an
average of 3.4 servings of fruits and vegetables per day.
More than half of the participants owned a computer, 75%
logged onto the Web site at least once, and those who
visited the site averaged 3.8 visits and viewed an average
of 24.5 pages. The number of log-ons per day declined over
the study period; however, reminder e-mails appeared to
motivate participants to return to the Web site. Roughly 74%
of participants viewed information on goal setting, 72%
viewed information on dietary tracking, and 56% searched for
main course recipes.<h4>Conclusion</h4>The results of this
pilot study suggest that Internet-based health messages have
the potential to reach a large percentage of adults from
working-class neighborhoods who have access to the
Internet.},
Key = {pmid17572959}
}
@article{pmid17557975,
Author = {Bennett, GG and Wolin, KY and Askew, S and Fletcher, R and Emmons,
KM},
Title = {Immigration and obesity among lower income
blacks.},
Journal = {Obesity (Silver Spring, Md.)},
Volume = {15},
Number = {6},
Pages = {1391-1394},
Year = {2007},
Month = {June},
ISSN = {1930-7381},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1038/oby.2007.166},
Abstract = {<h4>Objective</h4>Our objective was to examine the
associations of nativity, immigrant generation, and language
acculturation with obesity among lower income black adult
men and women.<h4>Research methods and procedures</h4>Data
from 551 black adult men and women were collected from
participants in the Healthy Directions-Health Centers Study.
Race/ethnicity and nativity were self-reported. Language
acculturation was defined using participants' first
language, preferred reading language, and language spoken at
home. Mixed model logistic regression models were estimated
to account for within-health center clustering.<h4>Results</h4>Foreign-born
blacks had a lower obesity risk, compared with all U.S.-born
participants, in multivariable analyses [odds ratio (OR) =
0.57, 95% confidence interval (CI), 0.38, 0.84]. Among
U.S.-born participants, those with foreign-born parents were
significantly less likely to be obese than individuals with
U.S.-born parents (OR = 0.54; 95% CI, 0.37, 0.80).
Low-moderate language acculturation also decreased the odds
of being obese (OR = 0.45; 95% CI, 0.23,
0.88).<h4>Discussion</h4>Our findings suggest a protective
effect of foreign-born status and low-moderate language
acculturation on obesity risk among lower income black
immigrants. These data highlight the importance of more
frequently examining nativity in obesity-related research
conducted among blacks.},
Doi = {10.1038/oby.2007.166},
Key = {pmid17557975}
}
@article{pmid17228045,
Author = {Bennett, GG and Wolin, KY and James, SA},
Title = {Lifecourse socioeconomic position and weight change among
blacks: The Pitt County study.},
Journal = {Obesity (Silver Spring, Md.)},
Volume = {15},
Number = {1},
Pages = {172-181},
Year = {2007},
Month = {January},
ISSN = {1930-7381},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1038/oby.2007.522},
Abstract = {<h4>Objective</h4>The elevated prevalence of obesity among
U.S. blacks has been attributed to low socioeconomic
position (SEP), despite inconsistent empirical findings. It
is unclear whether low SEP at various lifecourse stages
differentially influences adulthood BMI and BMI
change.<h4>Research methods and procedures</h4>Among 1167
black adults in the Pitt County Study, we examined
independent cross-sectional and longitudinal associations
between SEP, measured in childhood and adulthood, and BMI
and 13-year BMI change. Low vs. high childhood SEP was
measured by parental occupation and childhood household
deprivation; low vs. high adulthood SEP was assessed by
employment status, education, and occupation. Using
childhood and adulthood SEP, four lifecourse SEP categories
were created: low-low, low-high, high-low,
high-high.<h4>Results</h4>We found no consistent
associations between SEP and BMI or BMI change among men.
Among women, we observed the expected inverse association
between SEP and BMI at baseline. In multivariable-adjusted
analyses, socioeconomically advantaged women demonstrated
larger 13-year increases in BMI: skilled vs. unskilled
parental occupation (6.1 vs. 4.8 kg/m2, p = 0.04);
college-educated vs. < high school (6.2 vs. 4.5 kg/m2, p =
0.04); white-collar vs. blue-collar job (5.8 vs. 4.8 kg/m2,
p = 0.05); and high-high vs. low-low lifecourse SEP (6.5 vs.
4.6 kg/m2, p = 0.02).<h4>Discussion</h4>For women in this
black cohort, lower SEP predicted earlier onset of obesity;
however, low SEP was less predictive of BMI increases over
time. Our findings demonstrate complex patterns of
association between SEP and BMI change among black
women.},
Doi = {10.1038/oby.2007.522},
Key = {pmid17228045}
}
@article{pmid18093903,
Author = {McNeill, L. H. and Puleo, E. and Bennett, G. G. and Emmons,
K. M.},
Title = {{E}xploring social contextual correlates of computer
ownership and frequency of use among urban, low-income,
public housing adult residents},
Journal = {J. Med. Internet Res.},
Volume = {9},
Pages = {e35},
Year = {2007},
Abstract = {Disparities in computer ownership and use are narrowing,
even among those with very low incomes; however, identifying
factors that contribute to disparities in access for these
groups will be necessary to ensure the efficacy of future
technology-based interventions. A unique finding of our
study is that it may be equally as important to consider
specific social contextual factors when trying to increase
access and use among low-income minorities, such as social
network ties, household responsibilities, and neighborhood
safety.},
Key = {pmid18093903}
}
@article{fds200786,
Author = {EZ Kontos and GG Bennett and K Viswanath},
Title = {Barriers and facilitators to home computer and internet use
among urban novice computer users of low socioeconomic
position.},
Journal = {Journal of medical Internet research},
Volume = {9},
Number = {4},
Pages = {e31},
Year = {2007},
ISSN = {1438-8871},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.2196/jmir.9.4.e31},
Keywords = {Boston • Humans • Internet* • Interviews as
Topic • Microcomputers • Pilot Projects •
Poverty* • Socioeconomic Factors* • Urban
Population* • utilization*},
Abstract = {BACKGROUND: Despite the increasing penetration of the
Internet and amount of online health information, there are
significant barriers that limit its widespread adoption as a
source of health information. One is the "digital divide,"
with people of higher socioeconomic position (SEP)
demonstrating greater access and usage compared to those
from lower SEP groups. However, as the access gap narrows
over time and more people use the Internet, a shift in
research needs to occur to explore how one might improve
Internet use as well as website design for a range of
audiences. This is particularly important in the case of
novice users who may not have the technical skills,
experience, or social connections that could help them
search for health information using the Internet. The focus
of our research is to investigate the challenges in the
implementation of a project to improve health information
seeking among low SEP groups. The goal of the project is not
to promote health information seeking as much as to
understand the barriers and facilitators to computer and
Internet use, beyond access, among members of lower SEP
groups in an urban setting. OBJECTIVE: The purpose was to
qualitatively describe participants' self-identified
barriers and facilitators to computer and Internet use
during a 1-year pilot study as well as the challenges
encountered by the research team in the delivery of the
intervention. METHODS: Between August and November 2005, 12
low-SEP urban individuals with no or limited computer and
Internet experience were recruited through a snowball
sampling. Each participant received a free computer system,
broadband Internet access, monthly computer training
courses, and technical support for 1 year as the
intervention condition. Upon completion of the study,
participants were offered the opportunity to complete an
in-depth semistructured interview. Interviews were
approximately 1 hour in length and were conducted by the
project director. The interviews were held in the
participants' homes and were tape recorded for accuracy.
Nine of the 12 study participants completed the
semistructured interviews. Members of the research team
conducted a qualitative analysis based on the transcripts
from the nine interviews using the crystallization/immersion
method. RESULTS: Nine of the 12 participants completed the
in-depth interview (75% overall response rate), with three
men and six women agreeing to be interviewed. Major barriers
to Internet use that were mentioned included time
constraints and family conflict over computer usage. The
monthly training classes and technical assistance components
of the intervention surfaced as the most important
facilitators to computer and Internet use. The concept of
received social support from other study members, such as
assistance with computer-related questions, also emerged as
an important facilitator to overall computer usage.
CONCLUSIONS: This pilot study offers important insights into
the self-identified barriers and facilitators in computer
and Internet use among urban low-SEP novice users as well as
the challenges faced by the research team in implementing
the intervention.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.2196/jmir.9.4.e31},
Key = {fds200786}
}
@article{fds200788,
Author = {KA Kaphingst and GG Bennett and G Sorensen and KM Kaphingst and AE
O'Neil, K McInnis},
Title = {Body mass index, physical activity, and dietary behaviors
among members of an urban community fitness center: a
questionnaire survey.},
Journal = {BMC public health},
Volume = {7},
Number = {4},
Pages = {181},
Year = {2007},
ISSN = {1471-2458},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1471-2458-7-181},
Keywords = {Adult • Body Mass Index* • Exercise • Female
• Fitness Centers • Food Habits • Fruit
• Health Behavior* • Health Surveys • Humans
• Male • Massachusetts • Middle Aged •
Motor Activity • Overweight • Questionnaires
• Self Efficacy • Socioeconomic Factors •
Urban Health Services • Vegetables • physiology*
• psychology* • utilization*},
Abstract = {BACKGROUND: Development of effective behavioral
interventions to promote weight control and physical
activity among diverse, underserved populations is a public
health priority. Community focused wellness organizations,
such as YMCAs, could provide a unique channel with which to
reach such populations. This study assessed health behaviors
and related characteristics of members of an urban YMCA
facility. METHODS: We surveyed 135 randomly selected members
of an urban YMCA facility in Massachusetts to examine
self-reported (1) physical activity, (2) dietary behaviors,
(3) body mass index, and (4) correlates of behavior change
among short-term (i.e., one year or less) and long-term
(i.e., more than one year) members. Chi-square tests were
used to assess bivariate associations between variables, and
multivariate linear regression models were fit to examine
correlates of health behaviors and weight status. RESULTS:
Eighty-nine percent of short-term and 94% of long-term
members reported meeting current physical activity
recommendations. Only 24% of short-term and 19% of long-term
members met fruit and vegetable consumption recommendations,
however, and more than half were overweight or obese. Length
of membership was not significantly related to weight
status, dietary behaviors, or physical activity. Most
respondents were interested in changing health behaviors, in
the preparation stage of change, and had high levels of
self-efficacy to change behaviors. Short-term members had
less education (p = 0.02), lower household incomes (p =
0.02), and were less likely to identify as white (p = 0.005)
than long-term members. In multivariate models, females had
lower BMI than males (p = 0.003) and reported less physical
activity (p = 0.008). Physical activity was also inversely
associated with age (p = 0.0004) and education (p = 0.02).
CONCLUSIONS: Rates of overweight/obesity and fruit and
vegetable consumption suggested that there is a need for a
weight control intervention among members of an urban
community YMCA. Membership in such a community wellness
facility alone might not be sufficient to help members
maintain a healthy weight. The data indicate that YMCA
members are interested in making changes in their dietary
and physical activity behaviors. Targeting newer YMCA
members might be an effective way of reaching underserved
populations. These data will help inform the development of
a weight control intervention tailored to this
setting.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1186/1471-2458-7-181},
Key = {fds200788}
}
@article{fds250709,
Author = {Bennett, GG and Wolin, KY},
Title = {Satisfied or unaware? Racial differences in perceived weight
status},
Journal = {International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical
Activity},
Volume = {3},
Number = {1},
Pages = {40},
Year = {2006},
Month = {November},
ISSN = {1479-5868},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1479-5868-3-40},
Keywords = {Adult • African Americans* • Body Mass Index
• Body Weight • Cross-Sectional Studies •
Educational Status • Female • Humans •
Longitudinal Studies • Male • Middle Aged •
Multivariate Analysis • Obesity • Predictive Value
of Tests • Risk Factors • Sex Factors •
Social Class* • Socioeconomic Factors • economics*
• epidemiology • ethnology* • etiology •
physiology*},
Abstract = {Background: Obesity is disproportionately prevalent among
many racial/ ethnic minority communities. The efficacy of
weight control efforts in these groups may depend on
individual's ability to accurately perceive their weight
status. We examined whether racial/ethnic differences exist
in weight status misperception among overweight adults.
Methods: Nationally-representative data from the National
Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) 1999-2002
were examined. Participants included overweight and obese
adult men (n = 3115) and women (n = 3437). Weight status
misperception was identified among respondents who
self-reported being "about the right weight/ underweight."
Results: Blacks (OR = 2.06, 95% CI: 1.71, 2.54) were twice
as likely and Hispanics (OR = 1.70, 95%CI: 1.33, 2.17) were
70-percent more likely than Whites to misperceive their
weight, in models adjusted for age, education, income,
marital status, self-reported health, and self-reported
medical diagnosis of overweight. Black overweight (OR =
2.03, 95% CI: 1.26, 3.26) and obese (OR = 3.56, 95% CI:
1.57, 8.11) women were considerably more likely to exhibit
misperception compared to their White female counterparts.
Odds of misperception were higher among overweight Black (OR
= 2.20, 95%CI: 1.54, 3.15), Hispanic (OR = 1.89, 95% CI:
1.30, 2.75), and obese Black men (OR = 2.84, 95% CI: 1.54,
5.22), compared to White men. Conclusion: Weight status
misperceptions among the overweight are more common among
Blacks, and Hispanic men. The persistence of racial/ethnic
differences after adjustment for medical diagnosis of
overweight may suggest some resistance to physician weight
counseling. Identifying strategies to correct weight status
misperceptions status may be necessary to ensure the
efficacy of clinical and public health obesity interventions
conducted among these groups. © 2006 Bennett and Wolin;
licensee BioMed Central Ltd.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1186/1479-5868-3-40},
Key = {fds250709}
}
@article{pmid17019918,
Author = {Edwards, C. L. and Primm, A. and Johnson, S. and Feliu, M. and O'Garo, K. and Bennett, G. G. and Robinson, E. and McDougald, C. and Byrd, G. and Harrison, O. and Whitfield,
K. and Killough, A. L.},
Title = {{R}econsideration of the training of psychiatrists and
mental health professionals: helping to make
soup},
Journal = {J Natl Med Assoc},
Volume = {98},
Pages = {1498--1500},
Year = {2006},
Month = {September},
Abstract = {For many years, we have known of deficits in our system of
training mental health professionals, particularly in
recognizing and integrating diversity. Recently, we have
begun to understand that our literature must more
authentically reflect the experiences of all people that we
serve. The current paper suggests that a comprehensive
biopsychosocial conceptualization of normal and abnormal
behavior for all individuals is necessary to truly begin to
reduce mental health disparities. The authors argue that
factors such as racial, ethnic and cultural differences must
be integrated into research before the literature will begin
to change in a fashion that is beneficial to the mental
health training process.},
Key = {pmid17019918}
}
@article{fds200795,
Author = {GG Bennett and KY Wolin and K Viswanath and S Askew and E Puleo and KM
Emmons},
Title = {Television viewing and pedometer-determined physical
activity among multiethnic residents of low-income
housing.},
Journal = {American journal of public health},
Volume = {96},
Number = {9},
Pages = {1681-5},
Year = {2006},
Month = {September},
ISSN = {1541-0048},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.2105/AJPH.2005.080580},
Keywords = {Activities of Daily Living* • Adult • African
Americans • Aged • Cross-Sectional Studies •
Data Collection • Female • Health Promotion •
Hispanic Americans • Humans • Male • Middle
Aged • Physical Fitness* • Poverty •
Television* • Urban Population •
Walking},
Abstract = {OBJECTIVE: We evaluated the association between television
viewing and pedometer-determined physical activity among
predominantly racial/ethnic minority residents of low-income
housing in metropolitan Boston in 2005. METHODS: We used
mixed models to analyze the association between reported
hours of television viewing and pedometer-determined steps
per day among 486 adults. We also examined whether
television viewing was associated with the achievement of
10000 steps per day. RESULTS: There was a mean 3.6 hours of
average daily television watching. In multivariable
analyses, each hour of television viewing on an average day
was associated with 144 (95% confidence interval [CI]= -276,
-12) fewer steps per day and a decreased likelihood of
accumulating 10,000 steps per day (odds ratio [OR]=0.84; 95%
CI=0.71, 0.99). Weekday and weekend television viewing were
each also associated with fewer steps per day. CONCLUSIONS:
Average daily television viewing was associated with
reductions in total pedometer-determined physical activity
levels (approximately 520 steps per day) in this
lower-income sample. As part of a comprehensive physical
activity promotion plan, recommendations to reduce
television viewing should be made.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.2105/AJPH.2005.080580},
Key = {fds200795}
}
@article{fds250754,
Author = {Edwards, CL and Primm, A and Johnson, S and Feliu, M and O'Garo, K and Bennett, GG and Robinson, E and McDougald, C and Byrd, G and Harrison,
O and Whitfield, K and Killough, AL},
Title = {Reconsideration of the training of psychiatrists and mental
health professionals: helping to make soup.},
Journal = {J Natl Med Assoc},
Volume = {98},
Number = {9},
Pages = {1498-1500},
Year = {2006},
Month = {September},
ISSN = {1943-4693},
url = {http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17019918},
Keywords = {Cultural Diversity* • Ethnic Groups • Humans
• Mental Health Services* • Psychiatry •
Psychology • education* • psychology*},
Abstract = {For many years, we have known of deficits in our system of
training mental health professionals, particularly in
recognizing and integrating diversity. Recently, we have
begun to understand that our literature must more
authentically reflect the experiences of all people that we
serve. The current paper suggests that a comprehensive
biopsychosocial conceptualization of normal and abnormal
behavior for all individuals is necessary to truly begin to
reduce mental health disparities. The authors argue that
factors such as racial, ethnic and cultural differences must
be integrated into research before the literature will begin
to change in a fashion that is beneficial to the mental
health training process.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1186/1479-5868-3-40},
Key = {fds250754}
}
@article{pmid16873736,
Author = {Bennett, GG and Wolin, KY and Viswanath, K and Askew, S and Puleo, E and Emmons, KM},
Title = {Television viewing and pedometer-determined physical
activity among multiethnic residents of low-income
housing.},
Journal = {American journal of public health},
Volume = {96},
Number = {9},
Pages = {1681-1685},
Year = {2006},
Month = {September},
ISSN = {0090-0036},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.2105/ajph.2005.080580},
Abstract = {<h4>Objectives</h4>We evaluated the association between
television viewing and pedometer-determined physical
activity among predominantly racial/ethnic minority
residents of low-income housing in metropolitan Boston in
2005.<h4>Methods</h4>We used mixed models to analyze the
association between reported hours of television viewing and
pedometer-determined steps per day among 486 adults. We also
examined whether television viewing was associated with the
achievement of 10000 steps per day.<h4>Results</h4>There was
a mean 3.6 hours of average daily television watching. In
multivariable analyses, each hour of television viewing on
an average day was associated with 144 (95% confidence
interval [CI]= -276, -12) fewer steps per day and a
decreased likelihood of accumulating 10,000 steps per day
(odds ratio [OR]=0.84; 95% CI=0.71, 0.99). Weekday and
weekend television viewing were each also associated with
fewer steps per day.<h4>Conclusions</h4>Average daily
television viewing was associated with reductions in total
pedometer-determined physical activity levels (approximately
520 steps per day) in this lower-income sample. As part of a
comprehensive physical activity promotion plan,
recommendations to reduce television viewing should be
made.},
Doi = {10.2105/ajph.2005.080580},
Key = {pmid16873736}
}
@article{fds200796,
Author = {GG Bennett and KY Wolin and JS Avrunin and AM Stoddard and G Sorensen and E
Barbeau, KM Emmons},
Title = {Does race/ethnicity moderate the association between job
strain and leisure time physical activity?},
Journal = {Annals of behavioral medicine : a publication of the Society
of Behavioral Medicine},
Volume = {32},
Number = {1},
Pages = {60-7},
Year = {2006},
Month = {August},
ISSN = {0883-6612},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1207/s15324796abm3201_7},
Keywords = {Adult • Burnout, Professional • Ethnic Groups
• Female • Humans • Leisure Activities*
• Male • Motor Activity* • Questionnaires
• Socioeconomic Factors • Workplace •
epidemiology* • psychology* • statistics &
numerical data*},
Abstract = {BACKGROUND: Racial/ethnic minorities report myriad barriers
to regular leisure time physical activity (LTPA), including
the stress and fatigue resulting from their occupational
activities. OBJECTIVE: We sought to investigate whether an
association exists between job strain and LTPA, and whether
it is modified by race or ethnicity. METHODS: Data were
collected from 1,740 adults employed in 26 small
manufacturing businesses in eastern Massachusetts. LTPA and
job strain data were self-reported. Adjusted mean hours of
LTPA per week are reported. RESULTS: In age and gender
adjusted analyses, reports of job strain were associated
with LTPA. There was a significant interaction between job
strain and race or ethnicity (p = .04). Whites experiencing
job strain reported 1 less hr of LTPA per week compared to
Whites not reporting job strain. Collectively, racial/ethnic
minorities reporting job strain exhibited comparatively
higher levels of LTPA compared to their counterparts with no
job strain, although patterns for individual groups did not
significantly differ. CONCLUSIONS: Job strain was associated
with LTPA in a lower income, multiethnic population of
healthy adult men and women. The association between job
strain and LTPA was modified by race or ethnicity,
highlighting the importance of investigating the
differential effects of psychosocial occupational factors on
LTPA levels by race or ethnicity.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1207/s15324796abm3201_7},
Key = {fds200796}
}
@article{pmid16827630,
Author = {Bennett, GG and Wolin, KY and Avrunin, JS and Stoddard, AM and Sorensen,
G and Barbeau, E and Emmons, KM},
Title = {Does race/ethnicity moderate the association between job
strain and leisure time physical activity?},
Journal = {Annals of behavioral medicine : a publication of the Society
of Behavioral Medicine},
Volume = {32},
Number = {1},
Pages = {60-67},
Year = {2006},
Month = {August},
ISSN = {0883-6612},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1207/s15324796abm3201_7},
Abstract = {<h4>Background</h4>Racial/ethnic minorities report myriad
barriers to regular leisure time physical activity (LTPA),
including the stress and fatigue resulting from their
occupational activities.<h4>Purpose</h4>We sought to
investigate whether an association exists between job strain
and LTPA, and whether it is modified by race or
ethnicity.<h4>Methods</h4>Data were collected from 1,740
adults employed in 26 small manufacturing businesses in
eastern Massachusetts. LTPA and job strain data were
self-reported. Adjusted mean hours of LTPA per week are
reported.<h4>Results</h4>In age and gender adjusted
analyses, reports of job strain were associated with LTPA.
There was a significant interaction between job strain and
race or ethnicity (p = .04). Whites experiencing job strain
reported 1 less hr of LTPA per week compared to Whites not
reporting job strain. Collectively, racial/ethnic minorities
reporting job strain exhibited comparatively higher levels
of LTPA compared to their counterparts with no job strain,
although patterns for individual groups did not
significantly differ.<h4>Conclusions</h4>Job strain was
associated with LTPA in a lower income, multiethnic
population of healthy adult men and women. The association
between job strain and LTPA was modified by race or
ethnicity, highlighting the importance of investigating the
differential effects of psychosocial occupational factors on
LTPA levels by race or ethnicity.},
Doi = {10.1207/s15324796abm3201_7},
Key = {pmid16827630}
}
@article{pmid16895300,
Author = {Edwards, C. and Wood, M. and Robinson, E. and Byrd, G. and Bennett, G. G. and Whitfield, K.},
Title = {{R}esponse to "{T}he need for logical application-based
extensions in sickle cell disease research findings to
changing lives in the ethnic context"},
Journal = {J Natl Med Assoc},
Volume = {98},
Pages = {1207},
Year = {2006},
Month = {July},
Key = {pmid16895300}
}
@article{fds250708,
Author = {Edwards, C and Wood, M and Robinson, E and Byrd, G and Bennett, GG and Whitfield, K},
Title = {Response to "The need for logical application-based
extensions in sickle cell disease research findings to
changing lives in the ethnic context".},
Journal = {Journal of the National Medical Association},
Volume = {98},
Number = {7},
Pages = {1207},
Year = {2006},
Month = {July},
ISSN = {1943-4693},
url = {http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16895300},
Keywords = {Adaptation, Psychological* • Anemia, Sickle Cell •
Case-Control Studies • Female • Humans • Male
• Pain • Parents • Research Design •
Substance-Related Disorders • complications •
psychology*},
Abstract = {For many years, we have known of deficits in our system of
training mental health professionals, particularly in
recognizing and integrating diversity. Recently, we have
begun to understand that our literature must more
authentically reflect the experiences of all people that we
serve. The current paper suggests that a comprehensive
biopsychosocial conceptualization of normal and abnormal
behavior for all individuals is necessary to truly begin to
reduce mental health disparities. The authors argue that
factors such as racial, ethnic and cultural differences must
be integrated into research before the literature will begin
to change in a fashion that is beneficial to the mental
health training process.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1186/1479-5868-3-40},
Key = {fds250708}
}
@article{pmid16719608,
Author = {Merritt, M. M. and Bennett, G. G. and Williams, R. B. and Edwards, C. L. and Sollers, J. J.},
Title = {{P}erceived racism and cardiovascular reactivity and
recovery to personally relevant stress},
Journal = {Health Psychol},
Volume = {25},
Pages = {364--369},
Year = {2006},
Month = {May},
Abstract = {This study evaluated cardiovascular responses (CVR) to an
active speech task with blatantly discriminatory (BRC)
versus neutral (NRC) stimuli and an anger recall task in a
sample of Black men (N = 73; age 18 to 47). Diastolic blood
pressure scores were higher for NRC versus BRC stimuli
during anger recall (p = .05). Moreover, persons in the NRC
group who perceived high levels of racism (vs. no racism or
BRC group) during active speech showed larger increases in
blood pressure across postspeech rest, anger recall, and
subsequent rest (p = .03). The notable elevation in CVR in
response to an ambiguous event extends current models of
racism suggesting that subtle racism is a psychosocial
stressor that erodes health through chronically elevated
CVR.},
Key = {pmid16719608}
}
@article{fds250740,
Author = {Merritt, MM and Bennett, GG and Williams, RB and Edwards, CL and Sollers, JJ},
Title = {Perceived racism and cardiovascular reactivity and recovery
to personally relevant stress.},
Journal = {Health Psychol},
Volume = {25},
Number = {3},
Pages = {364-369},
Year = {2006},
Month = {May},
ISSN = {0278-6133},
url = {http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16719608},
Keywords = {Adolescent • Adult • African Americans •
Cardiovascular System* • Heart Rate • Humans
• Hypertension • Male • Middle Aged •
Prejudice* • Questionnaires • Social Perception*
• Stress, Psychological • United States •
diagnosis • physiopathology*},
Abstract = {This study evaluated cardiovascular responses (CVR) to an
active speech task with blatantly discriminatory (BRC)
versus neutral (NRC) stimuli and an anger recall task in a
sample of Black men (N = 73; age 18 to 47). Diastolic blood
pressure scores were higher for NRC versus BRC stimuli
during anger recall (p = .05). Moreover, persons in the NRC
group who perceived high levels of racism (vs. no racism or
BRC group) during active speech showed larger increases in
blood pressure across postspeech rest, anger recall, and
subsequent rest (p = .03). The notable elevation in CVR in
response to an ambiguous event extends current models of
racism suggesting that subtle racism is a psychosocial
stressor that erodes health through chronically elevated
CVR.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1037/0278-6133.25.3.364},
Key = {fds250740}
}
@article{fds200798,
Author = {GG Bennett and KY Wolin and E Puleo and KM Emmons},
Title = {Pedometer-determined physical activity among multiethnic
low-income housing residents.},
Journal = {Medicine and science in sports and exercise},
Volume = {38},
Number = {4},
Pages = {768-73},
Year = {2006},
Month = {April},
ISSN = {0195-9131},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1249/01.mss.0000210200.87328.3f},
Keywords = {Adult • Aged • Boston • Female • Health
Behavior • Humans • Male • Middle Aged •
Monitoring, Ambulatory • Motor Activity •
Population Surveillance • Poverty • Public
Housing* • Risk Factors • ethnology* •
instrumentation* • physiology*},
Abstract = {OBJECTIVE: We sought to characterize pedometer-determined
physical activity among a predominantly racial and ethnic
minority sample of adults residing in low-income housing.
METHODS: Data were collected from 433 participants at
baseline in a randomized colon cancer prevention
intervention trial conducted within low-income housing
communities. Using random effects models to control for
clustering within housing sites, we examined variation in
daily steps by several sociodemographic characteristics.
RESULTS: Participants recorded a mean of 5326 (+/- 3871 SD)
daily steps over a 5-d sampling period. Significantly lower
levels of pedometer-determined physical activity were found
among older-aged participants (P < 0.0001), women (P =
0.02), those who were overweight and obese (P = 0.03), those
reporting no weekly exercise (P = 0.04), as well as among
nonworking individuals (P < 0.0001). No significant
differences were found by education or income. In
multivariable analyses, age, gender, body mass index, and
employment status remained significantly associated with
steps. CONCLUSIONS: These findings suggest a high prevalence
of physical inactivity among low-income housing residents.
These data, derived from a well-characterized sample,
provide useful estimates for the investigation of pedometers
as measures of total accumulated physical activity among
lower-income, racial and ethnic minority
populations.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1249/01.mss.0000210200.87328.3f},
Key = {fds200798}
}
@article{pmid16623079,
Author = {Whitfield, KE and Brandon, DT and Robinson, E and Bennett, G and Merritt, M and Edwards, C},
Title = {Sources of variability in John Henryism.},
Journal = {Journal of the National Medical Association},
Volume = {98},
Number = {4},
Pages = {641-647},
Year = {2006},
Month = {April},
ISSN = {1943-4693},
url = {http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16623079},
Abstract = {<h4>Objectives</h4>To decompose sources of individual
differences in coping as measured by John Henryism among
African Americans.<h4>Methods</h4>Analyses described in this
study are based on the pairwise responses from 180 pairs of
same-sex, African-American twin pairs who participated in
the Carolina African-American Twins Study of Aging (CAATSA).
The sample consisted of 85 monozygotic (MZ) and 95 dizygotic
(DZ) twin pairs.<h4>Results</h4>Environmental factors
account for most of the variance (65%) in John Henryism
scores, with the remaining variance attributable to additive
genetic factors (35%). The test of the genetic component
suggested that the 35% represented a statistically
significant proportion of variance.<h4>Conclusions</h4>The
vast majority of recent studies on African Americans and
health outcomes have focused on the impact of psychosocial
factors on diseases such as hypertension and diabetes, with
relatively little attention to possible genetic
contributors. Previous research on psychosocial indices and
their relationship to cardiovascular health among African
Americans has focused on assessment and epidemiological
explorations rather than understanding the etiology of
variability in such measures.},
Key = {pmid16623079}
}
@article{pmid16679995,
Author = {Bennett, GG and Wolin, KY and Puleo, E and Emmons,
KM},
Title = {Pedometer-determined physical activity among multiethnic
low-income housing residents.},
Journal = {Medicine and science in sports and exercise},
Volume = {38},
Number = {4},
Pages = {768-773},
Year = {2006},
Month = {April},
ISSN = {0195-9131},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1249/01.mss.0000210200.87328.3f},
Abstract = {<h4>Purpose</h4>We sought to characterize
pedometer-determined physical activity among a predominantly
racial and ethnic minority sample of adults residing in
low-income housing.<h4>Methods</h4>Data were collected from
433 participants at baseline in a randomized colon cancer
prevention intervention trial conducted within low-income
housing communities. Using random effects models to control
for clustering within housing sites, we examined variation
in daily steps by several sociodemographic
characteristics.<h4>Results</h4>Participants recorded a mean
of 5326 (+/- 3871 SD) daily steps over a 5-d sampling
period. Significantly lower levels of pedometer-determined
physical activity were found among older-aged participants
(P < 0.0001), women (P = 0.02), those who were overweight
and obese (P = 0.03), those reporting no weekly exercise (P
= 0.04), as well as among nonworking individuals (P <
0.0001). No significant differences were found by education
or income. In multivariable analyses, age, gender, body mass
index, and employment status remained significantly
associated with steps.<h4>Conclusions</h4>These findings
suggest a high prevalence of physical inactivity among
low-income housing residents. These data, derived from a
well-characterized sample, provide useful estimates for the
investigation of pedometers as measures of total accumulated
physical activity among lower-income, racial and ethnic
minority populations.},
Doi = {10.1249/01.mss.0000210200.87328.3f},
Key = {pmid16679995}
}
@article{pmid16573309,
Author = {Edwards, C and Whitfield, K and Sudhakar, S and Pearce, M and Byrd, G and Wood, M and Feliu, M and Leach-Beale, B and DeCastro, L and Whitworth,
E and Abrams, M and Jonassaint, J and Harrison, MO and Mathis, M and Scott,
L and Johnson, S and Durant, L and Holmes, A and Presnell, K and Bennett,
G and Shelby, R and Robinson, E},
Title = {Parental substance abuse, reports of chronic pain and coping
in adult patients with sickle cell disease.},
Journal = {J Natl Med Assoc},
Volume = {98},
Number = {3},
Pages = {420-428},
Year = {2006},
Month = {March},
ISSN = {1943-4693},
url = {http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16573309},
Abstract = {There is increasing interest from a social learning
perspective in understanding the role of parental factors on
adult health behaviors and health outcomes. Our review
revealed no studies, to date, that have evaluated the
effects of parental substance abuse on reports of chronic
pain and coping in adult patients with sickle cell disease
(SCD). We explored the effects of parental substance
(alcohol or drug) abuse on reports of the sensory, affective
and summary indices of pain in 67 adult patients, mean age
38.9 (13.5), with SCD. We also explored the effects of
parental substance abuse on psychopathology associated with
pain and active coping. Twenty-four percent of patients
reported that their parent(s) abused substances. Patients
whose parent(s) were characterized as substance abusers
reported greater sensory (p=0.02), affective (p=0.01) and
summary (VAS; p=0.02) indices of pain as compared to their
counterparts, whose parent(s) were not characterized as
substance abusers. Patients did not differ in average age,
education or the propensity to respond in a socially
acceptable manner. There was a significant trend towards
patients who characterized their parents as abusers scoring
higher than their counterparts on active coping. We propose
a Social Learning Theory to explain the current findings and
suggest a need for additional prospective research to
simultaneously explore biological (genetic) and social
factors that influence the interpretation, experience and
reporting of chronic pain in adult patients with chronic
disease.},
Key = {pmid16573309}
}
@article{fds200799,
Author = {GG Bennett and KY Wolin and M Goodman and M Samplin-Salgado and P
Carter, S Dutton and R Hill and K Emmons},
Title = {Attitudes Regarding Overweight, Exercise, and Health among
Blacks (United States).},
Journal = {Cancer causes & control : CCC},
Volume = {17},
Number = {1},
Pages = {95-101},
Year = {2006},
Month = {February},
ISSN = {0957-5243},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10552-005-0412-5},
Keywords = {Adolescent • Adult • African Continental Ancestry
Group • Aged • Aged, 80 and over • Attitude
to Health* • Exercise • Female • Humans
• Logistic Models • Male • Middle Aged •
Overweight* • United States • psychology*},
Abstract = {OBJECTIVE: To investigate Blacks'views regarding the
connections among overweight, exercise, and health. METHODS:
A national randomized telephone survey of 986 US Blacks,
conducted between 6 July 2004 and 15 July 2004. RESULTS: The
majority (65%) of respondents reported their weight as
average or underweight. Most participants also reported
being regularly physically active in the last month (84.5%).
The majority of participants reported believing that it is
possible to be overweight and healthy. Most acknowledged the
connection between exercise and health, and just over half
of respondents identified the association between overweight
and cancer risk. There was little sociodemographic variation
in responses, although findings differed by self-reported
overweight and physical activity. CONCLUSIONS: Some Blacks
may underestimate the extent of their overweight, perhaps
resulting from the high prevalence of the condition in the
population. Gaps exist in Blacks' recognition of the
connection between weight and health, although the
importance of exercise for health promotion was widely
acknowledged. These data may highlight an important target
for intervention attention.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1007/s10552-005-0412-5},
Key = {fds200799}
}
@article{pmid16411058,
Author = {Bennett, GG and Wolin, KY and Goodman, M and Samplin-Salgado, M and Carter, P and Dutton, S and Hill, R and Emmons, K},
Title = {Attitudes Regarding Overweight, Exercise, and Health among
Blacks (United States).},
Journal = {Cancer causes & control : CCC},
Volume = {17},
Number = {1},
Pages = {95-101},
Year = {2006},
Month = {February},
ISSN = {0957-5243},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10552-005-0412-5},
Abstract = {<h4>Objective</h4>To investigate Blacks'views regarding the
connections among overweight, exercise, and
health.<h4>Methods</h4>A national randomized telephone
survey of 986 US Blacks, conducted between 6 July 2004 and
15 July 2004.<h4>Results</h4>The majority (65%) of
respondents reported their weight as average or underweight.
Most participants also reported being regularly physically
active in the last month (84.5%). The majority of
participants reported believing that it is possible to be
overweight and healthy. Most acknowledged the connection
between exercise and health, and just over half of
respondents identified the association between overweight
and cancer risk. There was little sociodemographic variation
in responses, although findings differed by self-reported
overweight and physical activity.<h4>Conclusions</h4>Some
Blacks may underestimate the extent of their overweight,
perhaps resulting from the high prevalence of the condition
in the population. Gaps exist in Blacks' recognition of the
connection between weight and health, although the
importance of exercise for health promotion was widely
acknowledged. These data may highlight an important target
for intervention attention.},
Doi = {10.1007/s10552-005-0412-5},
Key = {pmid16411058}
}
@article{pmid17096859,
Author = {Bennett, G. G. and Wolin, K. Y.},
Title = {{S}atisfied or unaware? {R}acial differences in perceived
weight status},
Journal = {Int J Behav Nutr Phys Act},
Volume = {3},
Pages = {40},
Year = {2006},
Abstract = {Weight status misperceptions among the overweight are more
common among Blacks, and Hispanic men. The persistence of
racial/ethnic differences after adjustment for medical
diagnosis of overweight may suggest some resistance to
physician weight counseling. Identifying strategies to
correct weight status misperceptions status may be necessary
to ensure the efficacy of clinical and public health obesity
interventions conducted among these groups.},
Key = {pmid17096859}
}
@article{fds200800,
Author = {CH Kroenke and GG Bennett and C Fuchs and E Giovannucci and I Kawachi and E
Schernhammer, MD Holmes and LD Kubzansky},
Title = {Depressive symptoms and prospective incidence of colorectal
cancer in women.},
Journal = {American journal of epidemiology},
Volume = {162},
Number = {9},
Pages = {839-48},
Year = {2005},
Month = {November},
ISSN = {0002-9262},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/aje/kwi302},
Keywords = {Adenoma • Aged • Colonoscopy • Colorectal
Neoplasms • Depression • Female • Follow-Up
Studies • Health Surveys • Humans • Incidence
• Middle Aged • Prospective Studies • United
States • complications • epidemiology •
epidemiology* • pathology • psychology*},
Abstract = {The authors examined depressive symptoms and prospective
incidence of colorectal cancer and distal colorectal
adenomas in 81,612 women without prior cancer from the
Nurses' Health Study; 400 cases of colorectal cancer and 680
distal colorectal adenomas accrued between 1992 and the year
2000. Depressive symptoms were assessed in 1992 and 1996
with the five-question Mental Health Index (MHI-5), a
subscale of the Short-Form 36 health status survey. Scores
ranged from 0 to 100, and women with scores between 0 and 52
were defined as having significant depressive
symptomatology. The authors also created four categories
across the range of Mental Health Index scores: 0-52, 53-75,
76-85, and 86-100 (referent). Cox proportional hazards
models were used to analyze the extent of depressive
symptoms and colorectal events. Analyses were stratified by
body mass index. In multivariate analyses with updated
exposure, women with the highest levels of depressive
symptoms had an elevated risk of incident colorectal cancer
(hazard ratio = 1.43, 95% confidence interval: 0.97, 2.11)
compared with women with the lowest levels of symptoms
(p(trend) = 0.04). Associations appeared stronger in
overweight women. However, depressive symptoms were
unrelated to risk of colorectal adenomas. Associations are
consistent with a possible role in late promotion of the
disease.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1093/aje/kwi302},
Key = {fds200800}
}
@article{pmid16207809,
Author = {Kroenke, CH and Bennett, GG and Fuchs, C and Giovannucci, E and Kawachi,
I and Schernhammer, E and Holmes, MD and Kubzansky,
LD},
Title = {Depressive symptoms and prospective incidence of colorectal
cancer in women.},
Journal = {American journal of epidemiology},
Volume = {162},
Number = {9},
Pages = {839-848},
Year = {2005},
Month = {November},
ISSN = {0002-9262},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/aje/kwi302},
Abstract = {The authors examined depressive symptoms and prospective
incidence of colorectal cancer and distal colorectal
adenomas in 81,612 women without prior cancer from the
Nurses' Health Study; 400 cases of colorectal cancer and 680
distal colorectal adenomas accrued between 1992 and the year
2000. Depressive symptoms were assessed in 1992 and 1996
with the five-question Mental Health Index (MHI-5), a
subscale of the Short-Form 36 health status survey. Scores
ranged from 0 to 100, and women with scores between 0 and 52
were defined as having significant depressive
symptomatology. The authors also created four categories
across the range of Mental Health Index scores: 0-52, 53-75,
76-85, and 86-100 (referent). Cox proportional hazards
models were used to analyze the extent of depressive
symptoms and colorectal events. Analyses were stratified by
body mass index. In multivariate analyses with updated
exposure, women with the highest levels of depressive
symptoms had an elevated risk of incident colorectal cancer
(hazard ratio = 1.43, 95% confidence interval: 0.97, 2.11)
compared with women with the lowest levels of symptoms
(p(trend) = 0.04). Associations appeared stronger in
overweight women. However, depressive symptoms were
unrelated to risk of colorectal adenomas. Associations are
consistent with a possible role in late promotion of the
disease.},
Doi = {10.1093/aje/kwi302},
Key = {pmid16207809}
}
@article{pmid16164814,
Author = {Stoddard, A. M. and Krieger, N. and Barbeau, E. M. and Bennett, G. G. and Fay, M. E. and Sorensen, G. and Emmons,
K.},
Title = {{M}ethods and baseline characteristics of two
group-randomized trials with multiracial and multiethnic
working-class samples},
Journal = {Prev Chronic Dis},
Volume = {2},
Pages = {A10},
Year = {2005},
Month = {October},
Abstract = {The two studies were successful in recruiting multiracial
and multiethnic working-class participants. Researchers will
find the estimates of the primary outcomes and their ICCs
useful for planning future studies.},
Key = {pmid16164814}
}
@article{fds250707,
Author = {Stoddard, AM and Krieger, N and Barbeau, EM and Bennett, GG and Fay, ME and Sorensen, G and Emmons, K},
Title = {Methods and baseline characteristics of two group-randomized
trials with multiracial and multiethnic working-class
samples.},
Journal = {Preventing chronic disease},
Volume = {2},
Number = {4},
Pages = {A10},
Year = {2005},
Month = {October},
ISSN = {1545-1151},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/aje/kwi302},
Keywords = {Adolescent • Adult • Aged • Ambulatory Care
Facilities • European Continental Ancestry Group •
Female • Health Behavior • Hispanic Americans
• Humans • Income • Male • Massachusetts
• Middle Aged • Occupational Health • Outcome
and Process Assessment (Health Care)* • Patient
Selection* • Randomized Controlled Trials as Topic
• Socioeconomic Factors • United States •
ethnology* • statistics & numerical data •
utilization},
Abstract = {<h4>Introduction</h4>Few papers address the methodological
challenges in recruiting participants for studies of cancer
prevention interventions designed for multiracial and
multiethnic working-class populations. This paper reports
the results of the sample selection and survey methods for
two group-randomized intervention studies.<h4>Methods</h4>The
two group-randomized intervention studies, Healthy
Directions-Small Business (HD-SB) and Healthy
Directions-Health Centers (HD-HC), included a worksite-based
study in 26 small manufacturing businesses and a study in 10
outpatient health centers. We used selection and recruitment
methods to obtain a multiracial and multiethnic
working-class study sample. In 2000 and 2001, we assessed
baseline measures of sociodemographic characteristics and
behavioral outcomes by self-report. We then computed
intraclass correlation coefficients (ICCs).<h4>Results</h4>Of
the 1740 participants in the HD-SB study, 68% were
non-Hispanic whites, and 76% had working-class occupations.
In the HD-HC study, 59% of 2219 participants were
non-Hispanic whites. Among those who worked, 51% had
working-class occupations. Large percentages of both samples
reported not meeting recommended guidelines for the target
behaviors. For example, 86% of members of both samples
consumed fewer than the recommended five servings of fruits
and vegetables per day. The ICCs for the four target
behaviors in HD-SB were between 0.006 and 0.02. In the HD-HC
study, the ICCs ranged from 0.0004 to 0.003.<h4>Conclusion</h4>The
two studies were successful in recruiting multiracial and
multiethnic working-class participants. Researchers will
find the estimates of the primary outcomes and their ICCs
useful for planning future studies.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1093/aje/kwi302},
Key = {fds250707}
}
@article{pmid15671457,
Author = {Bennett, G. G. and Wolin, K. Y. and Robinson, E. L. and Fowler, S. and Edwards, C. L.},
Title = {{P}erceived racial/ethnic harassment and tobacco use among
{A}frican {A}merican young adults},
Journal = {Am J Public Health},
Volume = {95},
Pages = {238--240},
Year = {2005},
Month = {February},
Abstract = {We examined the association between perceived racial/ethnic
harassment and tobacco use in 2129 African American college
students in North Carolina. Age-adjusted and multivariate
analyses evaluated the effect of harassment on daily and
less-than-daily tobacco use. Harassed participants were
twice as likely to use tobacco daily (odds ratio = 2.01; 95%
confidence interval=1.94, 2.08) compared with those with no
reported harassment experiences. Experiences of
racial/ethnic harassment may contribute to tobacco use
behaviors among some African American young
adults.},
Key = {pmid15671457}
}
@article{fds250761,
Author = {Bennett, GG and Wolin, KY and Robinson, EL and Fowler, S and Edwards,
CL},
Title = {Perceived racial/ethnic harassment and tobacco use among
African American young adults.},
Journal = {American journal of public health},
Volume = {95},
Number = {2},
Pages = {238-240},
Year = {2005},
Month = {February},
ISSN = {0090-0036},
url = {http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15671457},
Keywords = {Adolescent • Adult • African Americans •
Cross-Cultural Comparison • Female • Health
Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice • Health Surveys •
Humans • Male • Middle Aged • North Carolina
• Prejudice* • Questionnaires • Social
Behavior* • Social Perception* • Tobacco Use
Disorder • epidemiology • ethnology* •
psychology*},
Abstract = {We examined the association between perceived racial/ethnic
harassment and tobacco use in 2129 African American college
students in North Carolina. Age-adjusted and multivariate
analyses evaluated the effect of harassment on daily and
less-than-daily tobacco use. Harassed participants were
twice as likely to use tobacco daily (odds ratio = 2.01; 95%
confidence interval=1.94, 2.08) compared with those with no
reported harassment experiences. Experiences of
racial/ethnic harassment may contribute to tobacco use
behaviors among some African American young
adults.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.2105/ajph.2004.037812},
Key = {fds250761}
}
@article{fds343263,
Author = {Stoddard, AM and Krieger, N and Barbeau, EM and Bennett, GG and Fay, ME and Sorensen, G and Emmons, K},
Title = {Methods and baseline characteristics of two group-randomized
trials with multiracial and multiethnic working-class
samples},
Journal = {Preventing Chronic Disease},
Volume = {2},
Number = {4},
Year = {2005},
Month = {January},
Abstract = {Introduction Few papers address the methodological
challenges in recruiting participants for studies of cancer
prevention interventions designed for multiracial and
multiethnic working-class populations. This paper reports
the results of the sample selection and survey methods for
two grouprandomized intervention studies. Methods The two
group-randomized intervention studies, Healthy
Directions-Small Business (HD-SB) and Healthy
Directions-Health Centers (HD-HC), included a worksitebased
study in 26 small manufacturing businesses and a study in 10
outpatient health centers. We used selection and recruitment
methods to obtain a multiracial and multiethnic
working-class study sample. In 2000 and 2001, we assessed
baseline measures of sociodemographic characteristics and
behavioral outcomes by self-report. We then computed
intraclass correlation coefficients (ICCs). Results Of the
1740 participants in the HD-SB study, 68% were non-Hispanic
whites, and 76% had working-class occupations. In the HD-HC
study, 59% of 2219 participants were non-Hispanic whites.
Among those who worked, 51% had working-class occupations.
Large percentages of both samples reported not meeting
recommended guidelines for the target behaviors. For
example, 86% of members of both samples consumed fewer than
the recommended five servings of fruits and vegetables per
day. The ICCs for the four target behaviors in HD-SB were
between 0.006 and 0.02. In the HD-HC study, the ICCs ranged
from 0.0004 to 0.003. Conclusion The two studies were
successful in recruiting multiracial and multiethnic
working-class participants. Researchers will find the
estimates of the primary outcomes and their ICCs useful for
planning future studies.},
Key = {fds343263}
}
@article{pmid16083320,
Author = {Edwards, C. L. and Scales, M. T. and Loughlin, C. and Bennett, G. G. and Harris-Peterson, S. and De Castro and L. M. and Whitworth, E. and Abrams, M. and Feliu, M. and Johnson,
S. and Wood, M. and Harrison, O. and Killough,
A.},
Title = {{A} brief review of the pathophysiology, associated pain,
and psychosocial issues in sickle cell disease},
Journal = {Int J Behav Med},
Volume = {12},
Pages = {171--179},
Year = {2005},
Abstract = {Sickle cell disease (SCD) is the most common genetic
disorder of the blood. The disease produces significantly
abnormal hemoglobin (Hgb) molecules in red blood cells
(RBCs). The sickling of RBCs occurs when partially or
totally deoxygenated Hgb molecules distort their normal disk
shape, producing stiff, sticky, sickle-shaped cells that
obstruct small blood vessels and produce vasoocclusion as
well as the disruption of oxygen to body tissues. Because
tissue damage can occur at multiple foci, patients with SCD
are at risk for other medical complications including, but
not limited to, delayed growth and sexual maturation; acute
and chronic pulmonary dysfunction; stroke; aseptic necrosis
of the hip, shoulders, or both; sickle cell retinopathy;
dermal ulcers; and severe chronic pain. The chronicity of
the illness combined with frequent hospitalizations for pain
and other medical management can contribute significantly to
impaired psychosocial functioning, altered intra- and
interpersonal relationships, and reduced quality of life.
Unlike previous qualitative reviews of SCD, this article
describes the relevant clinical and research data on the
relation between psychosocial functioning and SCD in adult
and child populations. The authors discuss the significant
role of psychosocial issues in the trajectory and management
of the disease and conclude that understanding the
pathophysiology of SCD without thoroughly understanding the
equally important psychosocial influences is
misunderstanding SCD.},
Key = {pmid16083320}
}
@article{fds250741,
Author = {Edwards, CL and Scales, MT and Loughlin, C and Bennett, GG and Harris-Peterson, S and De Castro and LM and Whitworth, E and Abrams, M and Feliu, M and Johnson, S and Wood, M and Harrison, O and Killough,
A},
Title = {A brief review of the pathophysiology, associated pain, and
psychosocial issues in sickle cell disease.},
Journal = {Int J Behav Med},
Volume = {12},
Number = {3},
Pages = {171-179},
Year = {2005},
ISSN = {1070-5503},
url = {http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16083320},
Keywords = {Adolescent • Adult • Anemia, Sickle Cell •
Child • Child Development • Chronic Disease •
Family Relations • Humans • Interpersonal
Relations* • Mental Health • Pain • Peer
Group • Quality of Life* • Risk Factors •
Social Support • complications* • etiology* •
psychology*},
Abstract = {Sickle cell disease (SCD) is the most common genetic
disorder of the blood. The disease produces significantly
abnormal hemoglobin (Hgb) molecules in red blood cells
(RBCs). The sickling of RBCs occurs when partially or
totally deoxygenated Hgb molecules distort their normal disk
shape, producing stiff, sticky, sickle-shaped cells that
obstruct small blood vessels and produce vasoocclusion as
well as the disruption of oxygen to body tissues. Because
tissue damage can occur at multiple foci, patients with SCD
are at risk for other medical complications including, but
not limited to, delayed growth and sexual maturation; acute
and chronic pulmonary dysfunction; stroke; aseptic necrosis
of the hip, shoulders, or both; sickle cell retinopathy;
dermal ulcers; and severe chronic pain. The chronicity of
the illness combined with frequent hospitalizations for pain
and other medical management can contribute significantly to
impaired psychosocial functioning, altered intra- and
interpersonal relationships, and reduced quality of life.
Unlike previous qualitative reviews of SCD, this article
describes the relevant clinical and research data on the
relation between psychosocial functioning and SCD in adult
and child populations. The authors discuss the significant
role of psychosocial issues in the trajectory and management
of the disease and conclude that understanding the
pathophysiology of SCD without thoroughly understanding the
equally important psychosocial influences is
misunderstanding SCD.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1207/s15327558ijbm1203_6},
Key = {fds250741}
}
@article{pmid15570679,
Author = {Bennett, G. G. and Merritt, M. M. and Wolin, K.
Y.},
Title = {{E}thnicity, education, and the cortisol response to
awakening: a preliminary investigation},
Journal = {Ethn Health},
Volume = {9},
Pages = {337--347},
Year = {2004},
Month = {November},
Abstract = {These preliminary findings demonstrate significant ethnic
and education-related differences in awakening cortisol
secretion responses. Our data highlight the importance of
considering ethnicity and the moderating effects of social
class when examining the associations among social
contextual factors and cortisol secretion.},
Key = {pmid15570679}
}
@article{fds200804,
Author = {GG Bennett and MM Merritt and KY Wolin},
Title = {Ethnicity, education, and the cortisol response to
awakening: a preliminary investigation.},
Journal = {Ethnicity & health},
Volume = {9},
Number = {4},
Pages = {337-47},
Year = {2004},
Month = {November},
ISSN = {1355-7858},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/1355785042000285366},
Keywords = {Adolescent • Adult • African Continental Ancestry
Group* • Aged • Analysis of Variance •
Biological Markers • Educational Status* •
European Continental Ancestry Group* • Female •
Humans • Hydrocortisone • Male • Middle Aged
• Saliva • Stress, Psychological •
Wakefulness • analysis • analysis* •
chemistry • physiology* • physiopathology},
Abstract = {OBJECTIVE: To explore the associations among ethnicity,
educational attainment, and cortisol secretion. METHODS:
Participants include 63 white (n = 31) and African-American
(n = 32) adult men and women. Subjects provided salivary
cortisol samples immediately upon awakening and again, 30
minutes later. RESULTS: Analyses adjusted for relevant
covariates revealed a steeper awakening response among
whites with higher education compared to other groups.
Cortisol levels were significantly lower among
African-American participants with lower levels of
education. All effects were independent of perceived stress.
CONCLUSIONS: These preliminary findings demonstrate
significant ethnic and education-related differences in
awakening cortisol secretion responses. Our data highlight
the importance of considering ethnicity and the moderating
effects of social class when examining the associations
among social contextual factors and cortisol
secretion.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1080/1355785042000285366},
Key = {fds200804}
}
@article{fds250706,
Author = {Bennett, GG and Merritt, MM and Wolin, KY},
Title = {Ethnicity, education, and the cortisol response to
awakening: a preliminary investigation.},
Journal = {Ethnicity & health},
Volume = {9},
Number = {4},
Pages = {337-347},
Year = {2004},
Month = {November},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/1355785042000285366},
Abstract = {<h4>Objective</h4>To explore the associations among
ethnicity, educational attainment, and cortisol
secretion.<h4>Design</h4>Participants include 63 white (n =
31) and African-American (n = 32) adult men and women.
Subjects provided salivary cortisol samples immediately upon
awakening and again, 30 minutes later.<h4>Results</h4>Analyses
adjusted for relevant covariates revealed a steeper
awakening response among whites with higher education
compared to other groups. Cortisol levels were significantly
lower among African-American participants with lower levels
of education. All effects were independent of perceived
stress.<h4>Conclusions</h4>These preliminary findings
demonstrate significant ethnic and education-related
differences in awakening cortisol secretion responses. Our
data highlight the importance of considering ethnicity and
the moderating effects of social class when examining the
associations among social contextual factors and cortisol
secretion.},
Doi = {10.1080/1355785042000285366},
Key = {fds250706}
}
@article{fds250705,
Author = {Bennett, GG and Merritt, MM and Sollers, JJ and Edwards, CL and Whitfield, KE and Brandon, DT and Tucker, RD},
Title = {Stress, coping, and health outcomes among African-Americans:
A review of the John Henryism hypothesis},
Journal = {Psychology and Health},
Volume = {19},
Number = {3},
Pages = {369-383},
Publisher = {Informa UK Limited},
Year = {2004},
Month = {June},
ISSN = {0887-0446},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/0887044042000193505},
Abstract = {The John Henryism (JH) hypothesis argues that prolonged
high-effort coping with chronic psychosocial stressors may
be associated with elevated risk for negative health
outcomes among those without sufficient socioeconomic
resources. Early JH studies found a significant association
between high JH, low socioeconomic status, and hypertension
among African-Americans. More recently, these findings have
been extended to a wide array of health status outcomes,
including cardiovascular reactivity, neurohormonal
secretion, and negative health behaviors. The present review
provides a comprehensive overview of JHs conceptual bases
and empirical support. Limitations of the construct are
discussed and recommendations are made to guide future
theoretical and research efforts in the area.},
Doi = {10.1080/0887044042000193505},
Key = {fds250705}
}
@article{fds200805,
Author = {MM Merritt and GG Bennett and RB Williams and JJ Sollers 3rd and JF
Thayer},
Title = {Low educational attainment, John Henryism, and
cardiovascular reactivity to and recovery from personally
relevant stress.},
Journal = {Psychosomatic medicine},
Volume = {66},
Number = {1},
Pages = {49-55},
Year = {2004},
Month = {March},
ISSN = {1534-7796},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/1355785042000285366},
Keywords = {Adaptation, Psychological* • Adult • African
Continental Ancestry Group • Anger • Blood
Pressure Monitoring, Ambulatory • Blood Pressure*
• Cardiovascular System • Educational Status*
• Heart Rate* • Humans • Hypertension •
Income • Male • Middle Aged • Models,
Psychological • North Carolina • Occupations
• Prejudice • Risk Factors • Socioeconomic
Factors • Speech • Stress, Psychological •
epidemiology • genetics • physiopathology* •
psychology • psychology*},
Abstract = {OBJECTIVE: The John Henryism hypothesis proposes that a high
level of John Henryism (JH: high-effort coping with
psychosocial demands) is predictive of hypertension at low
but not high socioeconomic status (SES). The objectives of
the present study were to determine whether high JH and low
SES (education, income, job status, and job strain) were
associated with increased cardiovascular responses to
laboratory social stressors. METHODS: Subjects were 58
normotensive, healthy black men age 23 to 47 years. The
procedure included the completion of psychosocial
questionnaires and participation in a psychophysiological
reactivity protocol. The reactivity protocol involved the
following experimental tasks and associated recovery
periods: an active speech task and an anger recall task.
Measures of systolic blood pressure (SBP), diastolic blood
pressure (DBP), heart rate (HR), and rate pressure product
(RPP) were obtained continuously using a Finapres
beat-to-beat blood pressure monitor throughout the
reactivity protocol. RESULTS: At high JH, low (compared with
high) education level was linked with higher DBP during
anger recall and final recovery, higher SBP during final
recovery, and higher HR and RPP during speech preparation
and final recovery (p <.05). Among subjects with low
education, high (vs. low) JH was associated with higher SBP,
HR, and RPP during final recovery (p <.05). CONCLUSIONS:
John Henryism may increase the risk of cardiovascular
disease among people with low education by increased
cardiovascular reactivity and prolonged recovery to
stress.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.1080/1355785042000285366},
Key = {fds200805}
}
@article{fds250768,
Author = {Bennett, GG and Merritt, MM and Edwards, CL and Sollers,
JJ},
Title = {Perceived Racism and Affective Responses to Ambiguous
Interpersonal Interactions among African American
Men},
Journal = {American Behavioral Scientist},
Volume = {47},
Number = {7},
Pages = {963-976},
Publisher = {SAGE Publications},
Year = {2004},
Month = {March},
ISSN = {0002-7642},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0002764203261070},
Abstract = {The current study examined affective responses to ambiguous
interpersonal interactions containing both ambiguous and
overtly racist content. Participants included 74 African
American males (ages 18-47), half of whom heard a depiction
of a negative social interaction with blatantly racist
content (BRC). The remaining participants heard a similar
scenario containing no racist content (NRC). Negative affect
scores were higher for those in the BRC group, yet
individuals in the ambiguous (NRC) condition who reported
perceptions of racism in the scenario showed greater
negative affect reactivity than those who saw no racism in
the scenario. Among those in the NRC group, self-reported
past experiences with racial discrimination moderated the
effect of perceived racism on negative affect. The authors
conclude that the perception of racial discrimination, in
particular when evaluating ambiguous situations, may have
profound affective consequences for Black
men.},
Doi = {10.1177/0002764203261070},
Key = {fds250768}
}
@article{pmid14747637,
Author = {Merritt, MM and Bennett, GG and Williams, RB and Sollers, JJ and Thayer,
JF},
Title = {Low educational attainment, John Henryism, and
cardiovascular reactivity to and recovery from personally
relevant stress.},
Journal = {Psychosom Med},
Volume = {66},
Number = {1},
Pages = {49-55},
Year = {2004},
url = {http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/14747637},
Abstract = {OBJECTIVE: The John Henryism hypothesis proposes that a high
level of John Henryism (JH: high-effort coping with
psychosocial demands) is predictive of hypertension at low
but not high socioeconomic status (SES). The objectives of
the present study were to determine whether high JH and low
SES (education, income, job status, and job strain) were
associated with increased cardiovascular responses to
laboratory social stressors. METHODS: Subjects were 58
normotensive, healthy black men age 23 to 47 years. The
procedure included the completion of psychosocial
questionnaires and participation in a psychophysiological
reactivity protocol. The reactivity protocol involved the
following experimental tasks and associated recovery
periods: an active speech task and an anger recall task.
Measures of systolic blood pressure (SBP), diastolic blood
pressure (DBP), heart rate (HR), and rate pressure product
(RPP) were obtained continuously using a Finapres
beat-to-beat blood pressure monitor throughout the
reactivity protocol. RESULTS: At high JH, low (compared with
high) education level was linked with higher DBP during
anger recall and final recovery, higher SBP during final
recovery, and higher HR and RPP during speech preparation
and final recovery (p <.05). Among subjects with low
education, high (vs. low) JH was associated with higher SBP,
HR, and RPP during final recovery (p <.05). CONCLUSIONS:
John Henryism may increase the risk of cardiovascular
disease among people with low education by increased
cardiovascular reactivity and prolonged recovery to
stress.},
Doi = {10.1097/01.psy.0000107909.74904.3d},
Key = {pmid14747637}
}
@article{fds290502,
Author = {Merritt, MM and Bennett, GG and Williams, RB},
Title = {Religiosity enhances cardiovascular reactivity among black
males with low education},
Journal = {PSYCHOSOMATIC MEDICINE},
Volume = {62},
Number = {1},
Pages = {139-139},
Publisher = {LIPPINCOTT WILLIAMS & WILKINS},
Year = {2000},
Month = {January},
ISSN = {0033-3174},
url = {http://gateway.webofknowledge.com/gateway/Gateway.cgi?GWVersion=2&SrcApp=PARTNER_APP&SrcAuth=LinksAMR&KeyUT=WOS:000085423800227&DestLinkType=FullRecord&DestApp=ALL_WOS&UsrCustomerID=47d3190e77e5a3a53558812f597b0b92},
Key = {fds290502}
}
@article{pmid10611780,
Author = {Lasane, T. P. and Howard, W. L. and Czopp, A. M. and Sweigard, P. N. and Bennett, G. G. and Carvajal,
F.},
Title = {{H}ypermasculinity and academic goal-setting: an exploratory
study},
Journal = {Psychol Rep},
Volume = {85},
Pages = {487--496},
Year = {1999},
Month = {October},
Abstract = {The relation between gender-role percepts and academic
goal-setting was explored. An inventory examining the
aspects of masculinity that would facilitate or inhibit
academic goal-setting was developed based on a literature
review of how masculinity relates to academic behaviors. A
diverse sample of students (120 male, 147 female, 14 not
indicating sex) was measured on three aspects of sex and
academic goal-setting behavior. Factor analysis confirmed
the content validity of masculine factors having
facilitative (Mastery Competitiveness) and inhibitory
(Antisocial Competitiveness) academic properties. Regression
analyses indicated that sex-role orientations
(Competitiveness and Hypermasculinity) significantly
predicted academic goal-setting behaviors (R2 = .136).
Finally, men scored higher than women on the subscales
measuring Hypermasculinity and Antisocial or
Competitiveness, while there were no sex differences on the
Mastery Competitiveness subscale. The implications of these
findings and suggestions for research are
discussed.},
Key = {pmid10611780}
}
@article{fds250704,
Author = {Lasane, TP and Howard, WL and Czopp, AM and Sweigard, PN and Bennett,
GG and Carvajal, F},
Title = {Hypermasculinity and academic goal-setting: an exploratory
study.},
Journal = {Psychological reports},
Volume = {85},
Number = {2},
Pages = {487-496},
Year = {1999},
Month = {October},
ISSN = {0033-2941},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.2466/pr0.1999.85.2.487},
Keywords = {Adolescent • Competitive Behavior • Female •
Gender Identity* • Goals* • Humans •
Learning* • Male • Questionnaires • Self
Concept*},
Abstract = {The relation between gender-role percepts and academic
goal-setting was explored. An inventory examining the
aspects of masculinity that would facilitate or inhibit
academic goal-setting was developed based on a literature
review of how masculinity relates to academic behaviors. A
diverse sample of students (120 male, 147 female, 14 not
indicating sex) was measured on three aspects of sex and
academic goal-setting behavior. Factor analysis confirmed
the content validity of masculine factors having
facilitative (Mastery Competitiveness) and inhibitory
(Antisocial Competitiveness) academic properties. Regression
analyses indicated that sex-role orientations
(Competitiveness and Hypermasculinity) significantly
predicted academic goal-setting behaviors (R2 = .136).
Finally, men scored higher than women on the subscales
measuring Hypermasculinity and Antisocial or
Competitiveness, while there were no sex differences on the
Mastery Competitiveness subscale. The implications of these
findings and suggestions for research are
discussed.},
Language = {eng},
Doi = {10.2466/pr0.1999.85.2.487},
Key = {fds250704}
}
@article{fds250769,
Author = {Detenber, BH and Simons, RF and Bennett, GG},
Title = {Roll 'em!: The effects of picture motion on emotional
responses},
Journal = {Journal of Broadcasting and Electronic Media},
Volume = {42},
Number = {1},
Pages = {113-127},
Publisher = {Informa UK Limited},
Year = {1998},
Month = {January},
ISSN = {0883-8151},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/08838159809364437},
Abstract = {An experiment investigated the effects of picture motion on
individuals' emotional reactions to images. Participants in
the study viewed moving and still versions of 27 different
images extracted from a variety of film and television
programs. Subjective measures (self-reports) and
physiological data (skin conductance and heart rate) were
obtained to provide convergent data on affective responses.
Results indicate that picture motion significantly increased
arousal, particularly when the image was already arousing.
Both skin conductance and self-report data supported this
finding. Picture motion also tended to prompt more
heart-rate deceleration, most likely reflecting a greater
allocation of attention to the more arousing images. In this
study, the influence of picture motion on affective valence
was evident only in the self-report measures; positive
images were experienced as more positive and negative images
as more negative when the image contained motion. © 1998
Broadcast Education Association.},
Doi = {10.1080/08838159809364437},
Key = {fds250769}
}
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