Analyzing Demand for Customized Obesity Prevention and Management Across Adult Age Groups Using Focus Group Interview

Bibliographic Data

ID13775804
AuthorsJinah Park (0000-0002-5739-5918, Seoul National University, Gwanak-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea), Shinaeh Park (Korea University, Sungbuk-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea), Mi So Kim (0000-0001-8790-1917, Shinhan University, Dongducheon-si, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea, corresponding author)
Year2024
Volume61
Pages469580241271152-469580241271152
Publication date2024-01-01
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueINQUIRY The Journal of Health Care Organization Provision and Financing (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 0046-9580 • E-ISSN: 1945-7243
PublisherSAGE Publishing (PUBLISHER • US)
DOI10.1177/00469580241271152
PMID39183602
OpenAlexW4401889287
LanguageEN
References cited35

With the increasing obesity rates, many studies on obesity prevention and management have been implemented. However, few studies focused on obesity in adulthood and different perceptions of obesity between life cycles. Thus, this study aimed to investigate the demand for customized obesity prevention and management (OPM) strategies across adult age groups. Focus group interviews were conducted to gather insights from three age groups: young adults (20-34 years), middle-aged adults (35-49 years), and seniors (50-64 years). A total of 17 participants took part in the study, with 5 participants in Group 1, 6 participants in Group 2, and 6 participants in Group 3. Thematic analysis and the use of NetMiner version 4.4.3 facilitated data categorization and scrutiny. The study employed qualitative methods to explore perceptions of obesity and preferences for personalized OPM strategies among participants. Diverse perspectives on obesity as a health threat were found among the age groups. While all stressed the importance of personalized OPM, preferences for strategies varied. Diet and exercise combination emerged as a common preference. This study highlighted the need for customized OPM approaches aligned with age-specific preferences

Age groups · Categorization · Focus group · Obesity · Overweight · Preference · Qualitative research · Thematic analysis · Weight management · Young adult · Computer Science · Demography · Eating Disorders and Behaviors · Medicine · Obesity and Health Practices · Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet · Psychology · Gerontology

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