Evaluation of overweight control applications with cognitive‐behavioral therapy approach: A systematic review

Overweight and obesity lead to the development of physical diseases. Cognitive factors play a vital role in controlling one's weight. Currently, cognitive‐behavioral therapy (CBT) interventions are recognized as a subcategory of lifestyle modification programs that can be implemented to control weight and modify eating patterns as well as physical activity. Nowadays, smartphone‐based applications are utilized to implement behavioral interventions. The main purpose of this study is to evaluate the quality of CBT‐based smartphone applications available on Google Play and the App Store in the field of overweight control.

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