Overview of the Deaf Weigh Wise (DWW) Program [Introduction, Mock Session, Coach Testimonial]

Описание: [1 of 3] The video begins with an image on a plain white background and bold black text in the center that reads, “What is Deaf Weight Wise (DWW)?” In the bottom left corner, there is a logo for the National Center for Deaf Health Research (NCDHR), with additional text underneath stating, “National Center for Deaf Health Research, Rochester Prevention Research Center.” On the bottom right, there are three circular icons: a green heart with a check mark, a stylized network of green and purple figures, and a green plate with a fork, representing themes of health and community. Below these icons is faint text that reads “Deaf Weight Wise.”

The video transitions to Lori, a Caucasian woman with long light brown hair and glasses, wearing a dark-colored top. She is positioned slightly off-center in front of a light blue wall. Behind her, there is a white filing cabinet with several books and a red object on top, as well as a few small pictures or notes pinned to the wall.

Lori begins in ASL: “CDC funding opportunity led to the first-ever Deaf Weight Wise (DWW) Randomized Clinical Trial (RCT). What is DWW? DWW is an evidence-based intervention related to managing a healthy weight among deaf-ASL users. DWW was first adapted from University of North Carolina where they performed research study with their group. We then used their curriculum and adapted it for users within the Deaf community. For our Counselors, we use the deaf-to-deaf (peer) model which means Counselors who are Deaf themselves interacts with audience of deaf-ASL users to discuss about DWW. It is a 16-week program with a maintenance phase. During the 16-week program, teams meet for one 2-hour session each week. Discussion revolves around different types of healthy lifestyle information related to food, how to count calories and here is a list of the many different topics that the curriculum addresses.”

The video transitions into another slide with an image, showing this question “What is Deaf Weight Wise (DWW)?” on the top, and describes that the program is adapted from the Weight Wise program at the University of North Carolina and the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP). It states that all DWW counselors are Deaf and fluent in ASL, trained by Deaf DWW trainers, and that participants are also Deaf ASL users. The program consists of a 16-week intervention with 2-hour weekly sessions focused on healthy lifestyle information and a motivational interviewing approach. A colored timeline graphic illustrates the program phases: a 16-week intervention period followed by a 6-month maintenance phase. The maintenance phase includes support through emails, VideoPhone calls, and two in-person group meetings with DWW counselors and group members. On the right side of the slide is a list of all 16 weekly session topics, covering areas such as nutrition, stress management, support, and motivation. At the bottom are logos for the National Center for Deaf Health Research (NCDHR), the University of Rochester Medical Center, and the Clinical & Translational Science Institute (CTSI).

Lori continues: “Counselors use a Motivational Interviewing approach which means they would work with their group to help them identify their goals and at the same time, teach new information to support them through their journey. After the 16-week period, the group transitions into the maintenance phase. This is also in person, however Counselor will check in once a month remotely send bi-weekly emails with four questions and run two in-person groups during the 3rd and 6th month for the maintenance sessions.”

The video transitions into another slide with an image, on a plain white background and bold black text in the center that reads, "How do we know that DWW improves health?" At the bottom left corner, the logo for the National Center for Deaf Health Research (NCDHR) appears, along with the text "Rochester Prevention Research Center." On the bottom right, there are three colorful icons associated with Deaf Weight Wise: one with a green heart and checkmark, one with a group of abstract figures encircling a purple dot, and another featuring a plate, fork, and knife. These visual elements frame the central question, signaling a transition to a section of the video that discusses the effectiveness of the DWW program.

Lori continues: “There are four main DWW outcomes: 1) Change in weight; 2) Change in Body Mass Index (BMI); 3) Change in Dietary Risk Assessment (DRA), and 4) Change in Physical Activity Assessment (PAA).

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