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ArticleInternational journal of qualitative studies on health and well-being2022

What works? A qualitative study of participants experiences of a traditional lifestyle intervention with a work focus.

Wivi Andersen, Anita Dyb Linge, Chris Jensen

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Wivi AndersenThe National Advisory Unit on Occupational Rehabilitation, Rauland, Norway.ORCID 0000-0002-1122-7791
Anita Dyb LingeVolda University College, Institute of Social Science, Volda, Norway, and Research and Development Manager, Muritunet Rehabilitation Centre, Norway.
Chris JensenThe National Advisory Unit on Occupational Rehabilitation, Rauland, Norway.

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Abstract

purposeObesity is related to lower labour force participation, increased sickness absence and reduced productivity. The rehabilitation services in Norway have not had much experience introducing a work dimension into lifestyle interventions for persons with obesity. Therefore, this study aimed to evaluate one such type of intervention.

methodsThis is a qualitative study seeking to gather data on the participants' experiences. Twenty participants were recruited from two lifestyle interventions. Intervention A, with work focus, included lectures and individual guidance from a work consultant in addition to the lifestyle intervention. Intervention B was a traditional lifestyle intervention. Data were collected by semi-structured interviews held at each stay.

resultsSeven main themes emerged and one of them pointed towards a confusion of the aim of the intervention, which was viewed as focusing on lifestyle rather than a process focused on work. Otherwise, the results showed that persons with obesity struggle with many of the same inhibiting factors as other groups with reduced work ability.

conclusionsThe application process might explain the focus on lifestyle change. Communication, guidance and support reduce barriers for lifestyle change, but work is important for general health and social well-being and a work focus may therefore be beneficial in all lifestyle interventions.

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Life StyleObesityHumansNorwayQualitative Researchhealth promotionObesityoccupational healthweight management

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PMCPMC9448365

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