Table 1 Overview of the topics and strategies in each Lifestyle Triple P session
From: Lifestyle Triple P: a parenting intervention for childhood obesity
Session | Topics | Strategies |
|---|---|---|
Session 1: Preparing for change | Nature and causes of obesity Overview of Lifestyle Triple P Readiness to change | |
Session 2: Understanding nutrition | Increasing children’s self-esteem Food groups and daily servings Nutrition goals | Spending quality time with your child Talking to your child Showing affection |
Session 3: Understanding physical activity | Encouraging healthy behaviors Physical activity goals Increasing incidental activity Reducing sugar intake | Giving frequent praise Setting a good example Replacing foods high in added sugar Providing water as a regular drink Spending family leisure time in active ways Encouraging active means of transport |
Session 4: Using rewards and modifying recipes | Using behavior charts Reducing fat intake Modifying recipes | Using behavior charts Buying low-fat foods Using low-fat cooking methods Replacing high-fat ingredients |
Session 5: Limiting sedentary activity and reading food labels | Limiting sedentary activities Establishing ground rules Reading food labels | Establishing clear ground rules Using targeted discussion to deal with rule-breaking Reading food labels Limiting sedentary activities |
Session 6: Playing active games | Providing active alternatives Improving movement skills | Providing active games Playing with your child |
Session 7: Providing healthy meals | Establishing eating routines Providing healthy meals/snacks Children’s participation in sport | Establishing eating routines Providing healthy meals and snacks Encouraging participation in sport |
Session 8: Managing problem behavior | Managing problem behaviors | Using planned ignoring for minor misbehavior Giving clear, calm instructions Backing up instructions with consequences, quiet time, or time-out |
Session 9: Using Lifestyle Triple P strategies 1 | Implementing strategies | |
Session 10: Using Lifestyle Triple P strategies 2 | Implementing strategies | |
Session 11: Planning ahead | Family survival tips High-risk situations Planned activities routine | |
Session 12: Using planned activities 1 | Implementing planned activities routine | |
Session 13: Using planned activities 2 | Implementing planned activities routine | |
Session 14: Program Close | Progress review Maintaining changes Problem solving for the future |