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Desmond, Sharon M.; Price, James H. – Health Education (Washington D.C.), 1988
A review of the literature on the use of the self-efficacy model for weight control raised several areas of concern, including differences between losing weight and maintaining weight loss, ethical questions, and misguided interpretations of the model's effectiveness. The need for comprehensive, well-planned research is stressed. (CB)
Descriptors: Behavior Modification, Body Weight, Dietetics, Models
Price, James H.; Allensworth, Diane D. – Health Education (Washington D.C.), 1980
The most popular fad diets, weight control devices, salons, and diet clubs are examined and the claims of each are evaluated in relation to their long-term success in producing weight loss and control. (JMF)
Descriptors: Body Weight, Clubs, Dietetics, Eating Habits
