Unique ID: LM0119
Study ID: Sarris 2015
Pubmed ID: 26403310
Database Version: 5/17/2023
Title: Implementation of psychiatric-focused lifestyle medicine programs in Asia
Publication Year: 2015
Journal: Asia Pac Psychiatry
Primary study aim: This paper outlines an overview of the evidence underpinning lifestyle focused health programs, and discusses potential barriers and challenges, and what logistical considerations may need to be addressed in the implementation of such programs within the context of Asian cultures.
Study Design: other review (not SR)
What lifestyle pillars were studied? Diet/nutrition, Physical activity, Sleep, Stress/mental health, Social connection
Please select the population(s) studied: adults (18-54 yrs)
What is the mean age of the study population? NR
What was the age range of the study population? NR
What was the mean BMI of the study population (kg/m2)? NR
What was the BMI range of the study population (kg/m2)? NR
Sex (% male): NR
Int: Study blindness: Other: []
Int: Study randomization: Other: []
Int: Study duration (numeric only): []
Int: Sample size: []
Int: What was the intervention used in this study (1)? []
Int: What was the comparator(s) used in this study (1)? []
Obs: Sample size: []
Obs: Study duration (numeric only): []
SR: What was the primary outcome? []
SR: What was the total n for the primary outcome? []
Study outcome 1: Diet
Outcome group 1: dietary intake
Study outcome 2: Physical activity and exercise
Outcome group 2: physical activity
Study outcome 3: Lifestyle pyschoeducation
Outcome group 3: medical training/education
Study outcome 4: Mindfulness
Outcome group 4: stress
Study outcome 5: Motivational interviewing
Outcome group 5: comparison of delivery methods of LM interventions/technology
Key conclusion: There is a strong argument to enhance the application of LFPs in Asian countries to improve mental and physical health, while encompassing an integrative approach to delivering optimal health care.