Adherence

Telephone counseling is a cost-efficient alternative to face-to-face counseling for long-term weight management, with similar efficacy but lower program and participant costs.

If you are choosing between telephone and in-person counseling for weight maintenance, consider that telephone counseling offers similar weight loss maintenance benefits at a lower cost. This is particularly beneficial if travel costs or time are barriers. The key is consistent contact and adherence to behavioral strategies, which can be achieved effectively via phone.