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After 12 weeks, participants in the PCG had lower body weight, relative fat mass, and higher free fat mass compared to the CG (p < 0.001 for all).
Psychological counseling may enhance physical outcomes in obesity treatment.
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After 12 weeks, participants from PCG presents lower body weight, relative fat mass and higher free fat mass (p < 0.001 for all) compared to GC.
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Based on the randomized controlled trial design and significant results.
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Effects of a psychological intervention on the quality of life of obese adolescents under a multidisciplinary treatment
Camila R.M. Freitas et al. · Jornal de Pediatria · 2016
DOI 10.1016/j.jped.2016.05.009
rct · n=76Cited 22×
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