Effectiveness of Cognitive Health Focused Training on body mass index and quality of life among obese adults during pandemic

Abstract Introduction: The overall prevalence of obesity among adolescents was estimated to be 9.9% in India. Patients with morbid obesity are at higher risk for health complications, such as diabetes, heart disease, stroke, hypertension, gallbladder disease, osteoarthritis, sleep apnea and other breathing problems and some forms of cancer. They frequently suffer from low self-esteem, impaired body image, and depression. The aim of this study was to determine the effectiveness of Cognitive Health Focused Training (CHF-T) on body mass index and quality of life among obese adults. Methodology: A quasi experimental study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of CHF-T among obese adults in selected community area, Kelambakkam, Chennai. Samples were selected by non-probability convenient sampling as per the inclusion criteria; 30participants were assigned as experimental group and 30 in control group. CHF-T was given and the level of obesity was assessed by calculating the body mass index (BMI), and the quality of life (QOL) was assessed using the adopted Moorhead quality of life questionnaire.Results: In the experimental group, there significant reduction in the mean BMI score and improve in QOL score in post-test compared to pre-test. Sex and hours spend on television had statistically significant association with posttest level of BMI at p<.01 and p<.05 level. No statistically significant association related to QOL. Conclusion: Cognitive Health Focused Training (CHF-T) among obese people was an effective method in reducing the BMI and increasing QOL. It needs commitment of the healthcare professional to create awareness among the public.