Illness perception in overweight and obesity and impact on bio-functional age

Mathieu, Luisa; Bitterlich, Norman; Meissner, Florian; Wolff, Michael von; Poethig, Dagmar; Stute, Petra

doi:10.1016/j.maturitas.2017.06.015

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“…The study design of the original study has been described before [2,[4][5][6][7]. Briefly, this was a monocenter, cross-sectional, observational, non-interventional trial.…”

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Measuring Quality of Life: Incorporating Objectively Measurable Parameters within the Cross-Sectional Bern Cohort Study 2014 (BeCS-14)

Theis,

Bitterlich,

von Wolff

et al. 2024

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Up until now, the measurement of Quality of Life (QoL) was based on validated subjective rating tools rather than objective measurement. To become more independent of the self-assessment of probands, a way to objectively measure QoL should be found. A monocenter, cross-sectional, observational, non-interventional trial was performed from 2012 to 2014 at Inselspital Bern to evaluate the bio-functional status (BFS), a complex, generic, non-invasive, sex- and age-validated assessment tool, in a wide range of areas. A standardized battery of assessments was performed on 464 females and 166 males, ages 18 to 65 (n = 630). In addition to the survey of the BFS, participants replied—among others—to the validated questionnaire SF-36 for health-related QoL (n = 447, subgroup 1). Since the accepted cut-off value for BFA calculation is age ≥ 35 years, subgroup 2 included 227 subjects (all participants aged ≥ 35 years out of subgroup 1). In order to be able to compare the eight SF-36 subscales to BFS parameters, a comparable score set of single BFS items had to be constructed. Subsequently, we aimed to statistically identify BFS item combinations that best represented each SF-36 subscale. All eight SF-36 subscales were significantly represented by various different combinations of BFS items. A total of 24 single BFS items significantly correlated with SF-36 subscales, of which 15 were objective and nine were subjective. All eight SF-36 subscales were significantly represented by various different combinations of BFS items leading to stronger correlations (range five to nine BFS items), and overall, sex and age did not affect these associations, but in the SF-36 subscales ‘bodily pain’ (sex) and ‘role limitations due to physical health problems’ (age in men). To our knowledge, we are the first to correlate a validated set of 34 objective and 9 subjective parameters with subjectively evaluated SF-36 subscales. This first study on the objectifiability of the SF-36 questionnaire demonstrated that questions on quality of life can be answered independently of a subjective assessment by subjects in future scientific studies.

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“…The study design of the original study has been described before [2,[4][5][6][7]. Briefly, this was a monocenter, cross-sectional, observational, non-interventional trial.…”

Section: Methodsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Measuring Quality of Life: Incorporating Objectively Measurable Parameters within the Cross-Sectional Bern Cohort Study 2014 (BeCS-14)

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Bitterlich,

von Wolff

et al. 2024

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Influence of biopsychosocial factors on a functionally delayed ageing process

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Bitterlich,

Moser

et al. 2024

Arch Gynecol Obstet

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Purpose Increasing life expectancy and rising populations create new challenges for science, economy, politics, society and each individual. The bio-functional status (BFS) as a theoretical model incorporates the International Classification of Functioning (ICF) and the concept of active and healthy ageing (AHA). This study addresses the question of which the strengths and resources have the greatest positive impact on bio-functional age (BFA) and might be influencable. Methods A monocenter, cross-sectional, observational, non-interventional trial was performed from 2012 to 2014 at Inselspital Bern to evaluate the BFS, a complex, generic, non-invasive, sex- and age-validated assessment tool. A standardized battery of assessments was performed on 464 females and 166 males, aged 18 to 65 years (n = 630). We aimed to statistically identify BFS items that might be influenceable to support healthy ageing and vitality. Results 341 participants of the original cohort were included. After carrying out regression analysis, 10 parameters (T = 8.992; p < 0.001) remained as possible variables that can be influenced (R2 = 0.758). Of those identified parameters, one can be assigned to subcategory I of BFS (pulse performance index), two to II (tapping frequency part I and II), two to III (strategy building and verbal reaction time) and three to IV [sense of coherence, social potency, complaint questionnaire (BFB total)]. Age and sex, nevertheless, have an influence on the BFA and the BFA-Index. Conclusion The most promising approach to support vitality, is to support low social stress, high social integration, a good sense of coherence and maintaining a good mental and cognitive status.

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Family-based pediatric weight management interventions in US primary care settings targeting children ages 6–12 years old: A systematic review guided by the RE-AIM framework

Yudkin,

Koym,

Hamad

et al. 2023

Translational Behavioral Medicine

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Obesity is a pandemic that disproportionately affects children from vulnerable populations in the USA. Current treatment approaches in primary care settings in the USA have been reported to be insufficient at managing pediatric obesity, primarily due to implementation challenges for healthcare systems and barriers for families. While the literature has examined the efficacy of pediatric obesity interventions focused on internal validity, it lacks sufficient reporting and analysis of external validity necessary for successful translation to primary care settings. We conducted a systematic review of the primary-care-setting literature from January 2007 to March 2020 on family-based pediatric weight management interventions in both English and/or Spanish for children ages 6–12 years in the USA using the Reach, Efficacy/Effectiveness, Adoption, Implementation, Maintenance (RE-AIM) framework. A literature search, using PRISMA guidelines, was conducted in January 2022 using the following electronic databases: Medline Ovid, Embase, and Cochrane Library. 22 270 records were screened, and 376 articles were reviewed in full. 184 studies were included. The most commonly reported dimensions of the RE-AIM framework were Reach (65%), Efficacy/Effectiveness (64%), and Adoption (64%), while Implementation (47%) and Maintenance (42%) were less often reported. The prevalence of reporting RE-AIM construct indicators ranged greatly, from 1% to 100%. This systematic review underscores the need for more focus on external validity to guide the development, implementation, and dissemination of future pediatric obesity interventions based in primary care settings. It also suggests conducting additional research on sustainable financing for pediatric obesity interventions.

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Illness perception in overweight and obesity and impact on bio-functional age

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Measuring Quality of Life: Incorporating Objectively Measurable Parameters within the Cross-Sectional Bern Cohort Study 2014 (BeCS-14)

Measuring Quality of Life: Incorporating Objectively Measurable Parameters within the Cross-Sectional Bern Cohort Study 2014 (BeCS-14)

Influence of biopsychosocial factors on a functionally delayed ageing process

Family-based pediatric weight management interventions in US primary care settings targeting children ages 6–12 years old: A systematic review guided by the RE-AIM framework

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